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I can't figure out how to attach a picture, so I will just e-mail you the pattern. Just paste into any paint software and stretch and modify as you need. Let me know how it goes.

This was hornady's response to the use of AMAX on game. Note the gel test data... I don't see any reason that the AMAX bullets could not be used on coyoes and other small game. The bullets were disinged for match target but do have a lead core and the polimer tip to make it open up quickly...

Hello Chuckhunter, Until recently, I shot my 375 H&H for both deer and elk (now have a 300 RUM for deer, but no desire to use it on elk). I have had really good success with the medium weight bullets, i.e. 270 gr. Specifically, I have been impressed with the Speer Soft Point Boat Tail 270 gr...

Just curious, why choose the 178 over the 168. They have similar BCs and the velocity of the 168 would be higher, which would help for point blank coyote shooting i.e. 0-400 dead on hold. I am just curious, is the 168 not a good bullet, better put, is it not as accurate as the 178 in an Ultra...

I am looking for load data for a 168 gr A-Max out of my 300 Ultra for coyote (I don't have the Hornady manual). Any ideas? Than

Look into the Barnes X bullets. Although I don't have any practical experience with them at that velocity. I do know someone who hunts exclusively with a 22-250 and the X bullets. I tend to prefer larger bores and heavier bullets for deer and elk, but at close range with broadside shots, I...

Sorry about the duplicate. Wasn't sure where to put this. I have seen several people using spray painted guns (camo etc.) for varmint hunting? Is this a viable option to blueing for rust prevention, and does anyone have suggestions/warnings regarding such a project. I have a Remington 22-250...

I have seen several people using spray painted guns (camo etc.) for varmint hunting? Is this a viable option to blueing for rust prevention, and does anyone have suggestions/warnings regarding such a project. I have a Remington 22-250 coyote rifle with a scratched barrel and was considering...

Could some of you provide me with some reliable BC values for .308 Bullets. I am looking for a good trajectory hunting bullet for deer. I was wondering if anyone had experience with the speer 180gr SPBT (.540 bc)? Also, I am looking at 180gr Sierra matchking, AMax, Interbond, Accubond, etc...

Thank you. I am going to give the Amax a try for target/varmint and the Speer soft point a try for deer/bear. Since the BCs are similar, they should have similar trajectories. Any suggestions for 300 RUM dies? I need to start reloading, 40 bucks a box is killing me. Than

I have a really basic program, so these may not be exact. There are a lot of guys on this board with nice programs that can probably give you better info, but here goes. Just assume 180 gr BC .5 at 3400 Zero at 300 yards; 220 gr BC .7 at 3000 Zero at 300 yards: Range 180gr 220...

Has anyone tried the Retumbo powder in the 300 Ultra. The listed valued for a 180 gr. Speer SPBT are (MAX) 100.5 at a velocity of 3300 out of a 24" barrel with 62,300psi. My 300 has a 26", should I expect 3350-3400 fps? The bullet has a BC of .540 so it should carry pretty well. I am...

I am no expert by any means, but I have been pretty satisfied with my Encore. I shoot the 270 Winchester cartridge in the 15" pistol with a 4x scope. I have shot mainly factory ammo and Varmint type reloads. My one major complaint is the trigger (little heavy for my taste). With the factory...

You may want to try a local medical supply company. They may have something very similar, and probably much cheaper. The temperature range may be somewhat limited, but that depends on your application. Let me know how this works out. It sounds like a good idea. Than

I would like to thank everyone for taking the time to answer my rookie questions. I am going to give the 178 gr A-max and the 220 Matchkings a try and see which my gun likes best. I will let you know what I find out. Than