I finally got the Hybrids to shoot, now teach me how to get the VLDs to shoot.

[JGorski]

Like most times I was shooting at 300yds, first 6 groups were the VLDs, not too impressed with those so far., then I shot the Hybrids, 1st group was a 3 shot group, and a 5 shot group that went 1.363"(not shown) and this pretty decent group. VLDs were seated just touching the lands to .020" off. Hybrids were .020" off. These groups are from my #2 6 Creed.

 

[shoot4fun]

Berger manual says go off as far as 50 thou IIRC for a VLD. Why not stick with the Hybrid? It is a better choice any way you look at it.

 

[gstaylorg]

Berger Tips for Loading VLD Bullets « Daily Bulletin

My thought would also be why the VLDs when the hybrids seem to be working very well for you? In any event, if you're going to try the Berger protocol for finding the optimal VLD seating depth in your rifle, just remember to start at a low charge weight, particularly for the touching + .010" load. No need to have an overpressure load right out of the gate. If you find the "sweet" spot, let us know.

 

[JGorski]

I bought 500 Hunting VLDs because I couldn't find the Hybrids. I worked up with these powders with some Noslers, so I figured the VLDs would be safe, I didn't have a problem today. Conditions were not ideal, a lot of mirage and a slight SSW wind, shooting north. I might be ordering some Hybrids this week, but hope I can get these VLDs to work, too.

 

[Nate O.]

I bought 500 Hunting VLDs because I couldn't find the Hybrids. I worked up with these powders with some Noslers, so I figured the VLDs would be safe, I didn't have a problem today. Conditions were not ideal, a lot of mirage and a slight SSW wind, shooting north. I might be ordering some Hybrids this week, but hope I can get these VLDs to work, too.

Sell em

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[JGorski]

Sell em

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I'll give em another chance, then sell em.