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    280 Ackley Improved reloading w/ Superperformance

    I am having a rifle built in a 280AI and was wondering if anyone has had good success with Superperformance Powder. It has similar burn rates to RL22 and H4831. I am open to all powders though. Thanks, Ed
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    280 Ackley Improved optimal twist rates

    Having a barrel built and was wondering what is the best twist rate for 150-175 grain bullets. Popular rates are 1:9 and 1:10 although I want to know who has had good results and with what bullets and volocities? Thanks, Ed
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    .280 Ackley Improved Feeding Problems

    I've been looking for a new project and like the .280 AI. Flat shooting near 7mm RM performance with reloads without the recoil. Although I have heard there are feeding issues in most bolt actions! Is this true or is it one persons interpretation of smooth feeding or is it true in certain bolt...
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    .280 AI bolt action feed issues

    I have been researching the .280 AI and like what I have read so far. Although I read that the .280 AI has trouble feeding in most bolt actions. Is this really a problem or is it one persons issue or a limited issue in certain setups. ED
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    Gunsmithing How do you convert a magnum action to a non magnum

    I have a model 70 magnum LA and am considering converting it into a .260 remington. What do i have to do besides a barrel change?
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    What is wrong with the 6.5mm Rem Mag?

    I have been doing some research and comptomplating going with a 6.5mm. It seems like the 6.5 Rem Mag is ballistically similar to others and the .284 remington. I assume with lower powder requirements and cup pressures it would have a longer barrel life than the .284. Can anyone enlighten me on...
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    HELP/ Advice with my first build, Win 70, 300 WM

    OK, this is my first post, first build and this is what I have. Winchester Model 70 in 300 WM from 1988 push feed action with a Hogue full length aluminum bed varmint stock, Leupold VX-II 3x9x40 and Harris bipod. Being new to long range shooting I want to shoot out to 600-800 yards. I reload so...