Recent content by BLD

Just got a reply from lapua. Sending samples to them and will post the results. I also have checked closely the differences of pre-rechambering cases and post. The new chamber is definately tighter and the cases which do not have holes look perfect. My feeling is the cases are flawed...

I had a small hole about 1/4" above the head of the case form when fire forming new factory lapua loads. After about a dozen loads like this it burned a hole in my chamber. I had the barrell shortened and rechambered. Now the same problem is happening. The cases have the same exact shape...

Guys, I have a model 70 classic in 30-06 and am looking for some more punch without changing too much. I am going to talk to my gunsmith and see if he can re-chamber this one for me. Can I go to the 30 Gibbs and still use my brass? Do you have some recipes to start with? I really appreciate...

I was reading about this cartridge and was curious if anyone uses it. How does it compare to the standard 30.06 up to the 300wsm?

Does anyone have experience with the 7wsm? I am open to look at a better caliber. BLD

My problem is I have a 700 Rem action with a medium lengh bolt and a regular bolt face. The barrel is a Mclellan (canadian match grade) stainless with nickle finish. I have excess head space and a small pit in the chamber. The bolt lugs are beginning to gaul. I have shot a .223" group with...

Guy's I cannot say enough how much I appreciate your input. Your suggestions will be put to good use! There aren't too many things I like to do more than shoot but when I am heading in the wrong direction it makes it harder to enjoy. Your input seems to be narrowing my focus. Thank You again!

Thanks for the input guys, I have wondered about the heavier bullets for the 300. Does bullet weight affect the bullets efficiency at long ranges both in trajectory and penatration? Which brand/model bullet do you recommend? I will try the powder you recommended. The 243AI has a fast twist...

My goal is to work my way into 3 1000yd + rifles for target/coyote/whitetail/mule deer. The 300 win mag and 30-06 are both Win Model 70 classic stainless w/boss. 300 has been bedded, 30-06 has not. I have been using the following in each rifle. 300 win mag w/leopold VXIII 4.5-14x 165gr...