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    OCW test advice needed

    The rifle ejects spent cartridges normally, so it sounds like I'm lucky! Thanks for the reassurance! I've got some Winchester brass that I can try. Maybe I'll load up some rounds around that 42.4 node and if I get good results, I'll load some lower for the FC brass to see if I can get...
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    Graf .308 bullets in stock again

    I'd say the SMK is on the left too, but I only say that because they are a bit shinier. Other than that, they look exactly the same.
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    Graf .308 bullets in stock again

    Looks like I'll have mine on Friday. I can take some measurements and pictures then if anyone's interested.
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    OCW test advice needed

    Could it be that IMR 4895 is too fast for the larger 175 smk? I messed around with the 168 smk's that came with my dies and brass and I was getting 3 shot groups that were touching with no overpressure signs.
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    OCW test advice needed

    If they're enlarged, it wasn't intentional. I've heard of people drilling them out bigger, but I haven't done that. I bought the 450 "once-fired" casings, Redding 308 dies, and 100 168 SMK bullets from a guy off a local gun exchange site. When I started to inspect the brass, I noticed most...
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    **** varget in stock, 6/11/13, 18:15 pdt ****

    Great find! Thanks!
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    Graf .308 bullets in stock again

    Thanks! I just bought some.
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    OCW test advice needed

    I'm not sure I'm following. Once fired FGMM brass from my rifle measures 1.622" with my Hornady cartridge headspace gauge. My reloads measure about 1.624". My resized brass measures 1.618" to 1.620". So I guess my die is bumping the shoulder back 2 to 4 thousandths. Is that what you're looking for?
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    OCW test advice needed

    It is IMR. I full length sized the brass with the depriming pin and expander ball in place. I set-up the die by threading it down until it contacted the shell holder, then twisting the die another 1/8 turn. After resizing a few pieces I chambered them to make sure they fit. The brass didn't...
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    OCW test advice needed

    I had a chance to shoot my first optimal charge weight test today with a buddy who has been reloading for years (I’m new to this). Savage 11 chambered in .308 IMR 4895 SMK 175 FC Brass Federal 210M primers COAL 2.805 Ambient temp was 71* climbing up to 75* The results have me confused and...
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    Favorite online powder source

    I like Sinclair, I just placed an order with them for some reloading tools. I've got enough powder to play with for a few months, but backorders being the way they are it seems if I place an order for powder now, I may get it in time for when I actually need it. Thanks for the suggestions so far.
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    Overpressure sign?

    Ambient temp and ammo temp can affect pressure. Was it much warmer this last time than when you first developed the load?
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    Favorite online powder source

    Since I can't seem to source any powder that I want locally, I've started checking online. Any recommendations for sites with fair prices on powder and shipping? Preferably one that allows backordering. It seems Thirdgeneration, Powder Valley, and MidSouth all have good prices. MidSouth...
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    OCW Targets for download

    Thanks! I appreciate you sharing this.
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    The time has come to starting reloading

    Have you tried Gallenson's in downtown SLC? The last time I was there (early April), they had a decent selection although most 1lb kegs were about $5 too much.
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    Availability of 175 Match Kings?

    Vance has them again. #companyname# -Moblie If my link doesn't work, go to vanceoutdoors.com and search for 2275
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    Availability of 175 Match Kings?

    Wish I would have seen this sooner. Midway had 500ct boxes yesterday. Sold out now, of course. I also found some on Vanceoutdoors.com a week ago. I agree that the best way to get them is to use the notification feature on Midway or similar sites and be ready to pounce when you get that email...
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    Any reviews of TiborasaurusRex's YouTube Vids?

    What I like about his video series (other than the abundance of information) is that he is non-biased about lot of things. He has preferences, to be sure, but he won't insist that you have to buy a Schmidt and Bender scope or Surgeon rifle if you want to shoot over 1000 yards. Great...
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