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Its the factory Tikka bolt. I did replace the bolt handle but that shouldn't have anything to do with it. I have previously fired over 2k rounds this this bolt and never had an issue on LRP brass.
I have no idea how to measure firing pin fall or pin protrusion. sorry
None. I worked all the way up to 43.8 grains with zero pressure. The load I settled on was at 43.3 grains. I also dropped down to 42.9 and had the same issue with the very first shot I fired. My powder charges are measured to the kernel on the A&D FX120i.
Yes Sr, I bought 2000 CCI 450s before I even got the brass in the mail. The only primer that may be tougher is a Tula but they are impossible to find here.
Thanks. I have used them in the past on a Remington 700 project.
They don't turn down Tikka's. I may be better off selling the brass and going anther direction at this point.
I put a new barrel on my Tikka a couple months ago and needed to pick up some new brass. I had heard great things about Alpha Munitions and decided to check into there 260 offerings. After a quick glance at there website I saw that they offered both LRP and SRP brass in 260...
I ran both in my previous barrel. They both shot sub MOA. The Hornady was just a touch better. They where both very slow compared to my handloads though.
I bit the bullet and bought the A&D FX-120i with auto throw and auto trickle. Best piece of reloading equipment I own. Save you money until you can afford it.
I normally start with powder charge and try to get to a flat spot at roughly the speed that I am looking for. After that I adjust seating depth to tighten my groups up.
1/2 MOA is good enough for me. I have been very happy with my Criterion (Tikka Prefit). Most people cant shoot better than half MOA on a normal basis anyway.
This is a 10 shot group from 100 yards yesterday. I was trying out my new Sig can for the first time. I can do better if I take my time but it is what it is.