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The Basics, Starting Out
.243 Ackley
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<blockquote data-quote="TAC" data-source="post: 491758" data-attributes="member: 9236"><p>I'll assume that you already have the SA and that you reload since you're looking at the AI.</p><p></p><p>The best feature for me with the 243AI is not the extra powder capacity but the lack of case stretch and flow. I have to do a lot less trimming with my AI. The extra case capacity only really give you about a 100 FPS over a standard 243. My AI actually shoots the same load as my forming load (which also shoots awesome). I might have found another node above it but I get plenty of speed where it's at. </p><p></p><p>Feeding is also an issue with the AI. Some have better luck when using a mag system, but that adds cost. If you single feed it won't be an issue. Others may be able to tell you their experiences with feeding.</p><p></p><p>for a walking varmint rifle I would serioulsy consider a straight 243. I think a 24" #4 would be quite manageable for hiking. I would also choose a 9 twist over a 10, the 105gr AMAX's are great for LR varmint work and you will still be able to shoot lighter bullets. However, the 87gr VMAX is a good alternative if you go with a 1 in 10</p><p></p><p>Hiking, carrying... follow up shots... straight ol' 243... Unless you feel you've just got to have something different.</p><p></p><p>Additionally, Pacnor is a fine barrel maker.</p><p></p><p></p><p>TAC</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="TAC, post: 491758, member: 9236"] I'll assume that you already have the SA and that you reload since you're looking at the AI. The best feature for me with the 243AI is not the extra powder capacity but the lack of case stretch and flow. I have to do a lot less trimming with my AI. The extra case capacity only really give you about a 100 FPS over a standard 243. My AI actually shoots the same load as my forming load (which also shoots awesome). I might have found another node above it but I get plenty of speed where it's at. Feeding is also an issue with the AI. Some have better luck when using a mag system, but that adds cost. If you single feed it won't be an issue. Others may be able to tell you their experiences with feeding. for a walking varmint rifle I would serioulsy consider a straight 243. I think a 24" #4 would be quite manageable for hiking. I would also choose a 9 twist over a 10, the 105gr AMAX's are great for LR varmint work and you will still be able to shoot lighter bullets. However, the 87gr VMAX is a good alternative if you go with a 1 in 10 Hiking, carrying... follow up shots... straight ol' 243... Unless you feel you've just got to have something different. Additionally, Pacnor is a fine barrel maker. TAC [/QUOTE]
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