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  1. 308sako

    Tongue in cheek, but really happened 6 Creedmoor

    This is exactly what the shooter said LOL
  2. 308sako

    Tongue in cheek, but really happened 6 Creedmoor

    So a close friend of mine was able on a whim of sorts to acquire a Proof Research barrel for his AI. In the process of his load development today with 109 Berger's doing a seating depth test: well he thinks he has a decent load... In no way should the data shown be considered safe in any...
  3. 308sako

    Powder IN-STOCK thread

    Thanks for the ELD-M link :-)
  4. 308sako

    Is cleaning primer pocket really needed?

    Back in the 1960's I read an article by the Army Marksmanship unit in one of the gun rags of the time. There most important point they made was to clean the primer pockets to allow for proper feel when seating the next primer... I have been faithful to that concept ever since. Yes your mileage...
  5. 308sako

    LabRadar Accessories?

    While I still can't get my iPhone to hookup to my unit I am very pleased overall. The bag is great and a USB battery pack is a must. Like mentioned above a good cable helps as well as good SD CARDS. PREVIOUSLY I used an Oehler 35P and before moving on had the opportunity to run the units not...
  6. 308sako

    How does humidity affect powder? A new experiment

    This is a turly eye opening moment. Due to current market conditions I've been shooting some very older powders which while stored in consistent conditions, well it's the desert and humidity is scarce. So obviousily older data point simply aren't matching. Now I know why. Thank you.
  7. 308sako

    Safety Warning for Berger 77 grain OTM: Pressure Testing Update

    Lot's of knowledge being shown here, and thanks to all the serious posters. I suspect a detonation with an under charged case. This is an extremely rare but known possibility with centerfire ammunition. I have also read that it is difficult to recreate even in ballistic labs. That said if...
  8. 308sako

    Recommendation for best iphone App for storing reloading data, rifle dope, shot log, etc?

    Crayola, the big box... For my rifle logs I use a word document with salient pictures imbedded. Cartridge and chronograph data goes to excel. For the most part I am beginning to think that there is too much noise not enough clarity. Perhaps the answer is the question: What do you really...
  9. 308sako

    What powder does Berger use in their Factory Match ammo?

    JP ammo or Berger Ammo?
  10. 308sako

    Inconsistent Pressure signs (Swipe/Ejector marks) on virgin brass with 6.5 "light-ish" loads

    While I'm not a huge fan of reading primers for pressure, it APPEARS that your tight head spaced brass showed "less" pressure as to how "flat" the primers are.
  11. 308sako

    Inconsistent Pressure signs (Swipe/Ejector marks) on virgin brass with 6.5 "light-ish" loads

    If you try the LC brass I would strongly suggest to do a water test for volume comparison after the forming but before using identical charges.
  12. 308sako

    Sources of pressure

    Recently working with 2 different .260 rifles. One an AI the other a JP. what I am finding difficult to understand is why the gas gun is apparently so much more sensitive to pressure. This is based on my "ignorant" assumption that regardless of the breech in the chambers and ammunition...
  13. 308sako

    Help with interpreting an OCW & Seating depth test

    I think I would stay at 41 with 130's and maybe 41.7 with 123's. Can't see them both at virtually the same powder charge, coincidental nodes. Once you add the can to the mix what will your apparent pressures look like. Dwell time might not be favorable to the hottest nodes.
  14. 308sako

    Quiet .300 blk reloads?

    IMR 4227 10.3 220 Lapua 9" BCM 1050 FT SECS AA 1680 11.4 220 Lapa 9" BCM 1O80 FT SECS
  15. 308sako

    Labradar Question

    I've just recently begun to use my LabRadar when shooting at extreme distsnce. It tells you why you missed and in so doing prevents un necessary or false corrections.
  16. 308sako

    Recent Experience with LaRue Barrels

    I had one experience with a personal purchase of a LaRue barrel. It sucked. Sent it back and was told it was fine, met their 1 MOA standard. Guess 1 MOA is larger like the BS in Texas cause here in the desert it's still mighty close to an inch. That said I have seen and shot some fine early...
  17. 308sako

    Talk to me about the dreaded case neck "Donut"

    Been watching this thread with interest, so waiting to hear what comes of it.
  18. 308sako

    .223 reloads - ugly groups, chuckles, and head scratching

    Looking forward to an update with results
  19. 308sako

    .223 reloads - ugly groups, chuckles, and head scratching

    I shoot a Sako 24" 1 in 8 twist and your top load of IMR 8208 XBR @ 2.412" COAL is .003" shorter than mine. FWTW, that load is an absolute hammer for me. My LabRadar claims 3003 ft/sec as well...(atttached) picture is from a 100 yard group in decent conditions this past Fall. Mine in LC brass...
  20. 308sako

    Extremely low muzzle velocity (1350fps)...

    If it's a 6.5 the outside of the fired neck portion of your cases should measure approximately .297" as mentioned above it just might be a barrel blank of a larger caliber was mistakenly chambered as your 6.5 dream rifle.
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