This has been neck sized only and...
I have more data to gather. Those were reloaded again. All those measurements ejected fine. On this fourth firing is when things didn't want to cooperate. More measurements forthcoming.
To me it is a headspace issue which is where the go/no go gauges...
Thank you for that. This helps.
The reason I believe the chamber is beyond SAAMI is I measured cases before and after. This is the third reloading for this brass (Hornady from their factory Whitetail loads). These readings are from a Redding Instant indicator. The set-up gauge is 2.0487" to...
Anyone have experience with this rifle as well as loading for it? After some loads the barrel release lever was very stubborn to release and easy after others. What would cause this please? Is this an indication the brass needs the shoulder bumped back? Loads were mild...50 gr IMR 4350 with a...
Same thoughts as well however I'm trying to reduce my individual holdings and funnel those $$ to index funds. I passed up on INTC around $26.00 for the same reason.
Thank you - I'll move ahead as is.
I've always wondered if pulling bullets just to reseat it results in less case neck concentricity. I use both a RBCS collet and a kinetic/hammer type.
Looks like I need to get a guage and find out although these are for hunting and casual target so not a...
Yes indeed! This is an old thread however I'd like to bump it as it may contribute to the knowledge base on HT for this topic without creating a new thread.
I loaded a couple of ladders for a .308 and 30-06 for load dev. Took time to size, weigh and seat to best I could - Speers in Lapua...
Might want to look into tempilaq. I've been toying with the idea my self but I only anneal by candle.
https://www.theinductor.com/induction-heater-tools-store/temperature-indicating-accessories/tempilaq-advanced
Yep overbore as nhenry says and from what I've what I've gathered, slower powders seem to come into play with a longer barrel/heavy bullet combo.
If I find some V170 I may give that a try, it's between H4831 and H1000.
I think it's great the older manuals are getting some play.
(25-06 load question)
Please, if anyone has a Speer manual that lists a 120 grain Grand Slam and willing to share I'd greatly appreciate it.
I'm looking for their published COAL.
Website and manual #15 does not have that bullet listed.
Thank you
For fun I put together 3 rounds with 117 Sierra Game Kings and 56 grains of H1000 which gave ~3000 fps. Too bad #3 was a little high
Will look more into this combo too.
Ladder test results. This 26" barrel produces about 200 FPS faster than the Hornady book numbers near max load. No pressure signs however I'm curious if this is getting too hot?
I'm planning on poking around between 53.6 and 55.1 to get some group info.
I picked up some 110 gr Hornady ELD-X bullets and curious if anyone has suggestions on powders for load development. 26" barrel 10 twist. None of the manuals I have list that bullet.
I'm thinking to try H1000, H4831SC and IMR 4350 because of the long barrel. W760, IMR 4895 and IMR 4064 are...