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  1. biggin69

    6.5 PRC Reloading for the Berger 156gr EOL

    Hello; I just started working on some new loads for my Seekins Havak Element in 6.5 PRC with the Berger 156gr EOL bullet Starting loads where determined using Quickload 3.9. COAL at 3.055". Trimmed to 2.015" CCI-200 primer. At this time i was just looking at measured velocities and checking...
  2. biggin69

    6.5 Creedmoor Primers

    I'm currently working up a load for my 6.5 Creedmoor gas gun. I'm starting with 130gr VLD's and H4350 powder. Ive noticed that most people are using Federal 210 match primers with some loads using CCI 200 primers. Has anyone tried CCI 34 primers successfully? Thanks
  3. biggin69

    6.5 Creedmoor Bullet Advise

    Im in the final stages of completing an AR-10 build constructed specifically for the 6.5 Creedmoor. Along with the new rifle, I will be handloading the ammunition for this gun. From my research (alot here on SH), I have narrowed my bullet selection down to the following: Hornady 123 gr SST...
  4. biggin69

    TAC Powder

    Has anyone had any luck finding TAC powder? I called Western Powders about a month ago and they claimed they are producing this powder and shipping it out. They wouldn't share which distributors where receiving it. Thanks!
  5. biggin69

    Duplicating MK 262 Mod 1 Ammo

    Ive been trying my hand at reloading 5.56 rounds in an attempt to duplicate the Black Hills MK262 Mod 1 ammunition that supplied to the US Military for use in the 18" SBR. Im using LC brass, CCI 41 primers and SMK 77 gr with the cannelure. My understanding is the military load develops a...
  6. biggin69

    QD Scope Mounts

    Im looking at getting a 30mm QD scope mount for my 308 bolt gun. Ive looked on the internet for different manufacturers such as LaRue, GG&G, etc. Id like to get some input from those of you that actually use these types of mounts to determine which is the best. Thanks for your input!
  7. biggin69

    Gunsmithing Geissele SSF

    Looking for a lead or dealer that carries Geissele triggers, specifically the SSF for a Class III M-16
  8. biggin69

    Cadex TAC-50 Strike 50 Stock

    I am looking at upgrade the factory stock on my McMillan TAC-50 to a Cadex Strike 50. All the info I have found on the web indicates that this a premium stock upgrade. But before I put my $2,500+ down, I wanted to see if anyone here had purchased one and how do they like it. Thanks for the info!
  9. biggin69

    CFE 223 Powder from Hodgdon

    I just received 16 pounds of CFE223 from Graf! Im going to start working up some loads for my 18" OBR using 168gr SMK, CCI 34 primers, processed LC brass and a starting load of 46.6gr of powder per Hodgdon's web site. Has anyone worked up a 308 load with this powder yet? Your thoughts, ideas...
  10. biggin69

    AMAX Reloading for the TAC-50

    Although I have experience reloading the 223, 308 and others, I am new to reloading the 50 BMG. I had a few questions about Case Overall Length. First, I have 3 different bullets I want to reload. The Hornady 750 grain AMAX, the Barnes 647 grain TAC-X BT and new production 690 grain steel core...