Recent content by tacpgus

+ 1 for Norma Ammo. I reload both .243 and 6.5x55. The 6.5 has slightly larger case capacity (powder) and heavier bullets. 140gr in the 6.5 usually, 55gr in the .243 for my youngest boy to shoot, and its accurate, or 95gr for hunting. I have found 6.5x55 usually available on the shelf when all...

I bought a Model 70, 6.5X55 in 2005. It has a long action. Except for man-eating bears, which I reserve my 375H&H for, I have used it for Alaska moose and caribou. All factory ammo has performed well out to 200yds, beyond that Norma. I reload using IMR4064 and Berger VLDs, which gives me...