Budget'06
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Now that is moving. What are the pressures like on that?
30-06 Competition Loads
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Buttermilk
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Zero pressure signs. Would not be shooting the load otherwise.
I sure could use lights like that.
When you charge them how long do they last?
When you charge them how long do they last?
Gary in MD
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OP, Not sure if I read it right. You are using a Hornady FMJ and trying to get match grade accuracy?
I would suggest getting some 168 grain Sierra Match Kings or Bergers.
I would suggest getting some 168 grain Sierra Match Kings or Bergers.
Budget'06
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Im honestly only looking for MOA or better, to shoot in a club match just to get my feet wet in the sport. I have a couple hundred of these bullets so that's why I'm using them. I'm planning on eventually switching to a Sierra or Berger bullet but that's what I have for now. Not trying to stack shots in the same hole, I'd be happy with a 4 inch group at 300 yards.
Justice1327
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4" isn't MOA. But good to use cheaper bullets to fire form your brass. You can try switching powders, but if you are going to use different bullets in the future, that may change your load combination.
Budget'06
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The bullet shoots under an inch with imr4350 at 2900fps.
Edit: I remember now I was talking about 300 yard groups (it's been a long day I apologize). I just want the load to be moa capable. I don't expect myself to shoot that my first time shooting 300 yards. Hopefully that makes more sense
Bob Wright
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I would try other bullets like this first. On the surface of your velocity data, I don't see a problem with combustion. Try seating more or less if you stay with the Hornady FMJ but that's all you can do for now.
Budget'06
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I just went and seated 5 more at the same depth I did my IMR 4350 load at, hoping to shoot them here in a few minutes. The bullets do have a cannalure, I'm not sure if that would maybe effect it when it comes to seating depth?
Just because the bullet has a cannelure don't mean you HAVE to crimp at that point.The crimp will hold the bullet just fine.
If it makes you happy you could always try a Lee Factory Crimp die (Not expensive at all) to give it a better purchase on bullet.
I load 3 of my most accurate load without Factory Crimp die and 3 with F C D and see which shoots best.Some of my rifles get better accuracy without F C D extra crimp.Yours may be different,experiment a little for best groups.
Just my opinion and the way I have done things since 1967.Works for me
If it makes you happy you could always try a Lee Factory Crimp die (Not expensive at all) to give it a better purchase on bullet.
I load 3 of my most accurate load without Factory Crimp die and 3 with F C D and see which shoots best.Some of my rifles get better accuracy without F C D extra crimp.Yours may be different,experiment a little for best groups.
Just my opinion and the way I have done things since 1967.Works for me
Budget'06
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I don't usually crimp, maybe I'll have to try that. Curious, if not crimping, would you choose to seat on the cannalure
I basically ignore the cannalure.
I only seat where the rifle shoots best.
Bob Wright
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I've got some 168 SMK's I could spare for a test in your rifle. I'm dialing in a load now. PM me if you want to discuss.
Budget'06
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Update for those who have helped me. I went back today and tried some different things as well as the load that I know to be good. Both groups looked almost the same... Shots walking upwards. I assumed something was loose but after taking everything apart everything was perfect with no movement. I swapped the scope with a brand new Burris 4.5-14 scope.
