Bullet for .308

[Glocklover72]

I just acquired a custom built .308 with a Defiant action with a 20" 1:9 twist barrel. I know the common twist rate for a 308 is generally 1:10. I'm gonna use this gun for whitetail deer and hogs. I have a suppressor that I will run sometimes. What bullet recommendations do ya'll suggest? I have a few boxes of Remington 150 gr core-lokt tipped. I would also like to see how far I could stretch it out on some target shooting.

 

[Critter Picker]

One bullet I would recommend for deer sized game is the 165 Sierria Game king or 165 Nosler Ballistic Tip. For paper or Steel 168 Sierria Match King.

 

[FEENIX]

I just acquired a custom built .308 with a Defiant action with a 20" 1:9 twist barrel. I know the common twist rate for a 308 is generally 1:10. I'm gonna use this gun for whitetail deer and hogs. I have a suppressor that I will run sometimes. What bullet recommendations do ya'll suggest? I have a few boxes of Remington 150 gr core-lokt tipped. I would also like to see how far I could stretch it out on some target shooting.

That should work if it shoots well out of your rifle—no need to complicate it unnecessarily. Good luck and happy safe hunting.

 

[Bucklowery]

168g has been to typical weight Bullets for 1:10 twist. Mine likes amax, which are good for deer and hog. If you are a reloader look at hammers

Thanks

Buck

 

[wvbearhunter]

150/168 ttsx

 

[martyj]

I would try the new speer 172
I shoot 175 smk out of mine and work very well on paper.

 

[sierracharlie338]

I'd look for the 165-178 class projectiles personally if you are wanting to shoot at any longer distance. I like the 168 Amax for deer sized game or 178eld-m for long range or deer sized or bigger game.

 

[Glocklover72]

Thanks a million for your responses so far..........I have read a lot of negative reviews for a 1:9 twist for a .30 caliber bullet, seems from your responses I shouldn't be too concerned about it.

 

[BillLarson]

Depending on how far you want to shoot..... dictates your accuracy requirements....
I would certainly try what you have before I paid for loaded expensive ammo....

 

[Hoppsing55]

For longer range target, I have had good luck with the Nosler 168 grain Custom Competition. For deer sized game the Nosler ballistic tips have served me well.

 

[FEENIX]

Thanks a million for your responses so far..........I have read a lot of negative reviews for a 1:9 twist for a .30 caliber bullet, seems from your responses I shouldn't be too concerned about it.

The barrel twist depends on what bullet (manufacturers have a recommended minimum twist rate) you will shoot out your rifle. I have 1:9", 1:10", and 1:11" in my .30 cal chamberings (.30-06, .30 Gibbs, .300 WSM, .300 WM, and .30 LARA) without any issues.

 

[Shane Lindsey]

My 20" 308 prefers the 150 and below. Have some loads with heavier pills, but either way, range is pretty limited for hunting.

Current load is with a 135 mono at about 3124 FPS. Good to about 500+ in my area.

152gr mono going 2799 FPS is also right at 500 yards.

168gr at about 2611 FPS gets me just shy of 500 yards so went with the lighter and fast.

Factory loads may be a little less, but if it shoots, have at it.

 

[PApa Black]

I just acquired a custom built .308 with a Defiant action with a 20" 1:9 twist barrel. I know the common twist rate for a 308 is generally 1:10. I'm gonna use this gun for whitetail deer and hogs. I have a suppressor that I will run sometimes. What bullet recommendations do ya'll suggest? I have a few boxes of Remington 150 gr core-lokt tipped. I would also like to see how far I could stretch it out on some target shooting.

Which ever one you choose: shoot a water melon at 100 yds and that equivalent to a gut shot. The dammage will tell you a lot.

 

[Old Rooster]

I have used the 130 gr Barnes for many years and have taken many deer with it.Not sure if the 1-9 twist would like the 130's but 1-10 love's them.