So i just picked up a sweet little mint HS Precision VP (their rendition of Remington's XP-100) that has a heavy 15" fluted barrel. Confirmed with HS this morning that it is a 1 in 10" twist.
I have read that 10" twist should be good to 100gr or so for falt base, 90gr or so for a more VLD type bullet. Also read some hide posts on powders folks are using, but most of the discussions involved rifles with 22-26" barrels.
What powder do folk recommend/use on the shorter 15" barrel. What kind of differences, if any, should I expect on ability to stabilize heavier bullets with the decreased velocity/shorter barrel? Planning on starting with 70-85gr bullet like a Nosler varmint ballistic tip or the like.
Any input is appreciated. Thanks,
Will
I have read that 10" twist should be good to 100gr or so for falt base, 90gr or so for a more VLD type bullet. Also read some hide posts on powders folks are using, but most of the discussions involved rifles with 22-26" barrels.
What powder do folk recommend/use on the shorter 15" barrel. What kind of differences, if any, should I expect on ability to stabilize heavier bullets with the decreased velocity/shorter barrel? Planning on starting with 70-85gr bullet like a Nosler varmint ballistic tip or the like.
Any input is appreciated. Thanks,
Will