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I just got a 338 Edge this past weekend. Is here a big advantage to the 33XC over the Edge? The velocities appear to be about the same with 300gr bullets.
And how do you like the T5 brake. I ordered a 5 port Beast. It makes the Edge recoil about like a 30-06.
And how do you like the T5 brake. I ordered a 5 port Beast. It makes the Edge recoil about like a 30-06.
Still waiting on reamer so I haven’t shot it yet
No the Lapua barrel is 5/8” thread
T5 is 7/8x20
I have a T5 brake, it works very well, I just don't like the blow back. I went with the X-caliber X-terminator brake. Best brake I have used. It vents at 90, so no blow back. Ran it on my Lapua and it is going on the Edge when it is finished.
Screw the brakes....run a can. I run a can on all my rifles and after you start its tough to run anything else. Recoil is reduced and you don't have neighbors with funny hairdos bitching at you for knocking stuff off their shooting benches. I can't imagine running a 338 with a 5/8" thread...
I think the biggest advantage of the 33XC over the 338 Edge is availibility of quality brass. Remington brass is pretty inconsistent from my experience and I'd rather find a cal with quality brass available. Peterson makes excellent brass. I do know some guys shooting the Edge and it seems to do ok but its a lot more work sorting cases and doing a lot of work on them just to get in the ring. I've not done anything but load and shoot with the 33XC and its as accurate or moreso than the Edge. I think velocities are comparable.
The other advantage to the XC is the .585" case head diameter. It will work with any of the 338 Lapua actions. I suppose the Edge will work with any of the ultra mag or winmag actions but I like the bigger bolt of the Lapua.
Just my thoughts.
Frank
I think the biggest advantage of the 33XC over the 338 Edge is availibility of quality brass. Remington brass is pretty inconsistent from my experience and I'd rather find a cal with quality brass available. Peterson makes excellent brass. I do know some guys shooting the Edge and it seems to do ok but its a lot more work sorting cases and doing a lot of work on them just to get in the ring. I've not done anything but load and shoot with the 33XC and its as accurate or moreso than the Edge. I think velocities are comparable.
The other advantage to the XC is the .585" case head diameter. It will work with any of the 338 Lapua actions. I suppose the Edge will work with any of the ultra mag or winmag actions but I like the bigger bolt of the Lapua.
Just my thoughts.
Frank
I've never heard of ADG so I'll look into that. I've got a customer who has been in the market for something like the 33XC but is not a fan of David Tubb. We're looking for something that won't put money in tubbs pocket for him.
Frank
Frank
Having watched him at the ELR shoot at Camp atterbury I can see a bit why. He's not a friendly guy, he bitches about everything, doesn't want to talk to us peons who support him by buying his stuff and is generally a bit of an ass. I don't really know him myself but that was my impression. I don't really care though, I bought brass and dies from him with no intent or interest in marrying him. I'm probably a bit of an ass myself to some folks. I did meet a lot of excellent shooters and friendly characters at the shoot so that was a bonus.
My customer has his own reasons I'm sure and is entitled to choose as he sees fit.
Thanks for the info on ADG. I'll pass it on to my customer.
Frank
My customer has his own reasons I'm sure and is entitled to choose as he sees fit.
Thanks for the info on ADG. I'll pass it on to my customer.
Frank
Good info. Don't want to trash a guy I've never met. Big difference between personality and the way someone does business. Seems like he puts out good product. I have some DTACs that I'm excited to shoot. If I had the $ to burn I would take a hard look at the XCs...
He has been great through all my dealings with him. Necked up my brass order to 37XC free of charge. Great products and customer service.
Never met him in person but have interacted with him quite a bit on fb. As long as products and service are good I’m happy, not looking to be friends. Jmo
Never met him in person but have interacted with him quite a bit on fb. As long as products and service are good I’m happy, not looking to be friends. Jmo
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Warner flatline 361gr, 308, 300wm, 338 Lapua, 37XC w/350gr smk,37XC w/361gr flatline
Warner flatline 361gr, 308, 300wm, 338 Lapua, 37XC w/350gr smk,37XC w/361gr flatline
Barrel is chambered. Got it just right so my brake is timed too.
Just gotta get it cleaned out and start working on load development. Some how my dummy rounds ended up .010” jammed.....just right
Just gotta get it cleaned out and start working on load development. Some how my dummy rounds ended up .010” jammed.....just right
I hope she is a good shooterfor you. Keep us posted.
First 3 rounds down the tube
Just shot at the blank paper, then aimed at the bullet hole for next 2. Then legal shooting light ended(deer season)
100 yards
Just shot at the blank paper, then aimed at the bullet hole for next 2. Then legal shooting light ended(deer season)
100 yards
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This thing is a pleasure to shoot! Less kick than my 243, can watch the bullet hits in my scope. Wow is it loud! About half way done with load development but have no clue on speed yet. Going to have to shoot it with out the break to use my magneto speed as the brake is too long. I did strap it on using the spacers and strap had to be on the brake. Bad idea. Strap was clean of the port but sill burnt the strap a bit and I quit that real quick. Starting load was 2900 with the 350gr smk. Been having troubles with cci 250’s. Two different lots and both are bad, bunch of duds and few went off after 4th time the firing pin hits them. Switched to federal 215m and no issues. So far the worst load was 3/4 moa. Will check back when I finish load work and get speeds. Wish I had a lab radar for this.
I was at 2990 with 377s on a forming load for my snipetac. I don’t think you’ll have any trouble reaching 3000 with 350s?
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to pay our respects to jasent's shoulder...
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Well I shot it with out the brake. Not bad at all really. I’m at 2945 without the brake. Screwed on the brake, held 14.5 moa high and nailed the 735 yard plate. I’m thinking I’m pretty close with speed but got plenty of room for more powder. Hopefully I’ll get more time this next week to play with it
Are you zeroed at 100?
H1000. I’m at 118gr now but no pressure signs.
Yes zeroed at 100. 27.7 hg. Temp 40f
Did I miss what scope you’re running?? When do you run out of dialed elevation at that speed?
sounds like your figuring everything out. Couple questions. What barrel contour are you running and length of barrel? Also who done your reamer?
Straight no taper 32” McGowen barrel. Ptg reamer with .250 fb
1.25 straight no taper? With that reamer are you able to use the 350 sierras and heavier solids ok
Yes but if only shooting monos Davids recommendation was the shorter fb. Yes 1.25 from tenon to muzzle I believe
Got around to testing the flatlines today. I’m at just over 1/2” at 100 and 3029 FPS with out the brake. Still playing with seating depth.
120gr h1000
Es 9 but that was only 3 rounds
120gr h1000
Es 9 but that was only 3 rounds
How much empty space do you have in the case at 120gr?
You need to try the hornady aluminum tips before I do so I have a starting point haha
Just below the neck but in the shoulder. Retumbo would probably have a bit better case fill but I have a bunch of h1000. Pressure looks good so I may push a bit harder
No thanks on the hornady
Have had good results with 350gr smk’s
Side question; what is the action diameter and the diameter or the original barrel at the nut?
Got the smk’s dialed in well today. Haven’t checked speed yet. As usual the poa is a bullet hole cause I never can seem to find my sharpies when I need them. 3shot group
120gr h1000
350gr smk
Fed 215m
120gr h1000
350gr smk
Fed 215m
