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I did not try different seating depths. I pulled the bullet out as far as I could to still be able to fit in the magazine which puts me .050 off the lands. Varget loads loads were 45g. And 45.5g. Both shot about the same. All the feedback I received seemed to advise me to put the bullet...

Varget seemed to shoot better than CFE223, but still not acceptable group size. 2 1/2" groups at 200 yds is the best I could get. This rifle is a Remington 5R with some work done to it and normally shoots 13/16" groups at this distance with 45.5g Varget and 168g Nosler ballistic tips. I was...

The closest I can get to the lands is .050 @ an OAL of 2.835-2.839 and still fit in the mag. I'll try this length with varget this weekend and post results.

Thanks for the input guys. Finally got around to testing those loads...(47, 48, & 49gr. of CFE223/165gr. scirocco II's OAL 2.835) no pressure signs, but it looked like buckshot @ 200yds. Velocity between 2775-2919. Obviously my rifle didn't like something in that combination.

Does anyone have any load data on the Swift Scirocco II's? I'm trying to load the 165's with CFE223 in a .308 win. I've heard that because they have a thicker copper jacket than usual they reach higher pressures quicker. Any input is appreciated. Thanks.