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  1. J

    125 grain .308 loads

    Re: 125 grain .308 loads IMR 3031 from 36 to 42 worked real well in my 308. the 36 gn load with the Speer 125 TNT is like shooting a 7.62/39 powder puff load. Haven't pushed higher loads as I was trying to see how low I could go with this combo. It all shot fine.
  2. J

    WOA 1-7 vs Rainier Ultramatch 1-8 18" barrel

    Re: Twist rate 1-7 vs 1-8
  3. J

    is it the bullet or me?

    Re: is it the bullet or me? 2" 5 shot group at 500yds? Really? If so, you are absolute good to go. End of load developing. That would be a 5x group on the F class target (x ring is 0.5 moa). Since you don't reload, buy up the rest of that lot of GMM and go shoot a match. Enjoy the...
  4. J

    Suggestions on AR-15 cheek weld

    Re: Suggestions on AR-15 cheek weld To the OP: what position are you having problems in? I presume prone? With a sling, bipod, neither? I think there are subtle and not so subtle differences shooting with sling/irons vs. bipod/scope, especially if scope is mounted on carry handle. I like...
  5. J

    handload reciepe for .223 w/ 69gr. sierra hpbt

    Re: handload reciepe for .223 w/ 69gr. sierra hpbt In NRA HP circles, we shoot what you have listed with LC brass and a stout primer such as Rem 7.5 or CCI41/BR4/450. 25gn Varget is a fairly "standard load". Seated to mag length. If it doesn't shoot, its probably not the load.
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    headspace on fired .308 shorter than SAAMI specs

    Re: headspace on fired .308 shorter than SAAMI specs Headspace of the cartridge is measured from a datum line on the shoulder to the base of the cartridge. So, if you're loading that .308 for only that one rifle, its not an issue. Measure and record that headspace and size the dies down to...
  7. J

    Range Report 260 rem vs 260 ackley

    Re: 260 rem vs 260 ackley for that 50-100 FPS gain, easier to use RL17 instead of H4350 in the standard .260 instead of .260 improved, which, BTW works real well with 140s in my gun
  8. J

    75 gr Berger VLD Target 223 single load length

    Re: 75 gr Berger VLD Target 223 single load length The 75/80 VLD bullets for .223 are not designed for mag length. The are designed for single load, long distance, slow fire, like the 600yd portion of a NM course of fire. They typically do best seated 0.010 to 0.015" into the lands. The...
  9. J

    77 SMK

    Re: 77 SMK 24-24.5 of RL15 under the 77smk at mag length is a very common loading that works well; if it doesn't work, its usually not the load.
  10. J

    Range Report sub 1 MOA at 100, 4+ MOA at 350???

    Re: sub 1 MOA at 100, 4+ MOA at 350??? to the OP: you didn't give much information about your rifle or ammunition, but it sounds like you're shooting a hunting rifle with factory ammo in 300 win mag. Several problems there: unless you have a brake or a suppressor, especially in a hunting...
  11. J

    Accuracy potential from AR with 16in barrel

    Re: Accuracy potential from AR with 16in barrel +1 on what 223rem said. Can't expect match grade results when you're loading 55FMJBT of any brade with Lee dies. That's a 2-3 MOA combo, which should be mostly inside that 6" target at 200yds. The 1:9 barrel will do 69 but may or maynot do...
  12. J

    Need 308 reduced/youth load

    Re: Need 308 reduced/youth load speer TNT 125 gn with 36 gn imr 3031. powder puff recoil, very accurate for reduced load
  13. J

    Advanced Marksmanship Success in Service Rifle Comps?

    Re: Success in Service Rifle Comps? Most people use the leather pattern 1907 sling. the cotton web sling has its following as well. do not use the nylon web sling as it slips. excellent scores have been shot with either sling.
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    Need help w/ a 223 load

    Re: Need help w/ a 223 load 24.0 hammers in my AR for shooter hipower/service rifle. You might want to try a "stouter" primer if you really want to push the loads, though, but the CCI 400 should be fine for mid range powder charges. {Work up your loads, etc.}
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    Gunsmithing $3.31 from Lowe's creates .36 moa rifle.

    Re: $3.31 from Lowe's creates .36 moa rifle. TresMons: good thinking and good work of getting it done. Clearly you had already exhausted the "usual" variables in your evauluation. BTW, "some" barrels like yours just don't do as well free floated and need a consistent support. Sean: this...
  16. J

    7 Rem. Mag and too much smoke

    Re: 7 Rem. Mag and too much smoke yes
  17. J

    Looking for gun range in or close to Longview TX

    Re: Looking for gun range in or close to Longview TX ITGuy, you're in luck. there is a range in Longview that has the usual 100yd rifle, pistol, etc. Not faraway just south of Carthage, would be the Panola Rifle and Pistol Club range which is the hipower rifle center of NE Texas. Monthly...
  18. J

    M16 to 1k

    Re: M16 to 1k LR bullseye aiming black is a bit larger than a silhouette target, but the silhouette is ROUTINELY shot as part of the Infantry Trophy matches, with service rifles and iron sights at 600yds, rapid fire, prone (in addition to 500/300/200yds). I use a COM hold at all ranges, and...
  19. J

    .223 COAL and Ogive

    Re: .223 COAL and Ogive spec for 5.56nato has a longer throat and higher pressure than SAMMI .223 (which is opposite of .308W which has higher max pressure spec than 7.62x51 nato) don't worry about jumping SMK 69s they are designed for mag length loading and will jump just fine. set them at...
  20. J

    repeating stuck cases.

    Re: repeating stuck cases. you're not getting adequate case lube on the brass if you're sticking. the aerosal spray is fast but thats the drawback. the Dillon spray is lanolin in alcohol and works well, but the best but somewhat slower is to use a little dab of Imperial sizing wax by hand...
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