OCW test results

[azhank]

Info:

1st attempt little wind #2-4 trend:

2nd attempt mild wind #4-6 trend, Maybe 9-10:

Overall, I am unhappy with the tests. The first one I only had enough time to run 7 loads. I plan on loading up again and trying out the fire formed brass a 3rd and final time at 200 yards( max at my range). Hopefully this will help me see a little better and solidify the results.

edit: first time shooting my reloaded ammo, first time running OCW test. Pictures should be upright in a couple minutes.

 

[azhank]

Re: OCW test results

Is it even worth the time and resources to try the test again at 200 or should I try changing the seating depth?

 

[Tripwire]

Re: OCW test results

You say it's your first time ever shooting your own reloads, and the first time ever doing an OCW?

51 rounds and you want instant gratification?

Damn son........

 

[XTR]

Re: OCW test results

I think the test is telling you that you are in a node in the 2-6 area, and more likely around 4, or 45.2. I think your next node is going to be above 47.

 

[okiefired]

Re: OCW test results

I like 2 in the first, 4 in the second. I'd work seating depth on those two to start. With just a little research, should be able to find a node in 24 rnds or less.

okie

 

[Powder_Burns]

Re: OCW test results

At this point I'd try 45.1, 45.2, 45.3, 45.4 and see if Column 4 isn't your sweet spot.

 

[azhank]

Re: OCW test results

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Powder Burns</div><div class="ubbcode-body">At this point I'd try 45.1, 45.2, 45.3, 45.4 and see if Column 4 isn't your sweet spot. </div></div>

I like c4. It shows a positive in both tests.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: okiefired</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I like 2 in the first, 4 in the second. I'd work seating depth on those two to start. With just a little research, should be able to find a node in 24 rnds or less.

okie </div></div>

Good advice! Thank you. c4 it is

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: XTR</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I think the test is telling you that you are in a node in the 2-6 area, and more likely around 4, or 45.2. I think your next node is going to be above 47. </div></div>

I saw no major signs of excess pressure at 47. I know you cant say its safe to shoot above 47, but if I am not seeing signs of excess pressure than I have to assume that its ok to shoot a few more grain above my max.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Tripwire</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You say it's your first time ever shooting your own reloads, and the first time ever doing an OCW?

51 rounds and you want instant gratification?

Damn son........ </div></div>

Hell yes I want instant gratification! I am from the instant gratification generation. Why wait? With today’s information superhighway, I don’t need to wait. That’s the beauty of online forums. I can post my info/questions/data and talk to people who are/have been through the same thing that I am going through. Yes it is my first time shooting reloads. Should I runs batches off this data or bump it out to 200 with uniform cases and see what happens?

 

[AtOne]

Re: OCW test results

I prefer doing the testing at 200 as long as I do my part its easier to read the OCW test afterwards.

That and I prefer 5 rounds instead of 3. Yeah its more money to test but I think the results are better in case you happen to blow it on one of the shots you still have 4 others to prove that its good or not good.

Besides going to range to shoot is fun, so whats a few more rounds

 

[Tomcat]

Re: OCW test results

Col 4 looks like the node. I bracket 45.2 by either .1 or .2 depending on your patience. Do this for a couple of times - see if the results are consistent.