I loaded about 10 rounds last month for my 308, but they were 168's, and my rifle seems to really like 175's. The 10 rounds last month were my first 10 to ever load as I am new to reloading. I am about to load around 100 rounds with 175 SMK using Varget. Right now I'm trying to determine how far off the lands to start loading. The rifle is built on a Rem 700 action with a Kreiger 26" barrel 12 twist.
I measured the distance to the lands with the Hornady OAL device with the modified case. I did it 10 times, and took and average.
Avg Ogive Measurement: 2.267
How far back from the lands should I start?
Based on the many things I've read, I'm thinking to start 0.010 back, figure out what charge the rifle likes, then work my way closer to the lands. Thanks in advance for your replies. All responses are appreciated.
I measured the distance to the lands with the Hornady OAL device with the modified case. I did it 10 times, and took and average.
Avg Ogive Measurement: 2.267
How far back from the lands should I start?
Based on the many things I've read, I'm thinking to start 0.010 back, figure out what charge the rifle likes, then work my way closer to the lands. Thanks in advance for your replies. All responses are appreciated.