just picked up a .260 Rem.... need some advice

[K_4c]

Just picked a Beanland built .260 and need some advice on reloading dies.... I've been reloading for a couple years now, however, only for semi auto platforms. Therefore, NK sizing has never even been considered. Now that I'm running a bolt action I need some advice (I know this has been covered) on FL v.s NK or buy both and just FL when required.

I would love to hear others opinion on which dies to run (I currently use Redding "S" type bushing dies for my .308's) and the proper process to extend brass life.

Thanks for any input rendered.

 

[427Cobra]

Re: just picked up a .260 Rem.... need some advice

Redding Type S FL die, 290 bushing, carbide floating expander
Redding Compeition Seating Die
Winchester 7-08 brass
CCi 200 or BR2 primers
H4350
140 Amax .015 off the lands
142SMK at least .040 off the the lands
139 Scenar at the lands

Launch all 3 around 2800, bump the shoulders .001 and the Win brass will last over 20 loads(annealing required) and be happy.

 

[K_4c]

Re: just picked up a .260 Rem.... need some advice

much appreciated sir.

 

[K_4c]

Re: just picked up a .260 Rem.... need some advice

what's your take on 140 Serria HPBT match? I picked up 500 projectiles and I'm curious if this round performs as well s the others.

 

[427Cobra]

Re: just picked up a .260 Rem.... need some advice

They don't have the BC the 142 have but should still shoot good.

 

[K_4c]

Re: just picked up a .260 Rem.... need some advice

Understood. Thanks again sir.

 

[Brandon05_88]

Re: just picked up a .260 Rem.... need some advice

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 427Cobra</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Redding Type S FL die, 290 bushing, carbide floating expander
Redding Compeition Seating Die
Winchester 7-08 brass
CCi 200 or BR2 primers
H4350
140 Amax .015 off the lands
142SMK at least .040 off the the lands
139 Scenar at the lands

Launch all 3 around 2800, bump the shoulders .001 and the Win brass will last over 20 loads(annealing required) and be happy. </div></div>
He hit the nail on the head. Only thing I'll add is to test 42.0-44.0 H4350 with the 139-142 class bullets.