ratrod54
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- Oct 30, 2014
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Sitting in a blind in 35 degree weather three weeks ago, I saw a buck I was ready to shoot. I do reload and the load has worked flawlessly. Shooting a 7-08 w/ 18" CF barrer built by Short Action Customs.
I Reload my ammo and have the utmost confidence in the load I've worked up. It has been a very accurate load to date.
I was preparing myself for a 230yd shot. First trigger pull, round is low. Put another round in and did not adjust anything. Second shot, aimed at the same place behind the shoulder and down he went. Never took another step. I questioned myself.
Fast forward to this weekend, my son set up in same blind shooting a 16.5" Barrel Savage PC10 308. Same exact thing. Low first, no adjustment then right on.
Curious, Does a cold chamber and a short length barrel (under 22") have more affect than a longer barrel? Has anyone ever just kept rounds in your pocket to keep them warmer with success and minimal POI shift?
I Reload my ammo and have the utmost confidence in the load I've worked up. It has been a very accurate load to date.
I was preparing myself for a 230yd shot. First trigger pull, round is low. Put another round in and did not adjust anything. Second shot, aimed at the same place behind the shoulder and down he went. Never took another step. I questioned myself.
Fast forward to this weekend, my son set up in same blind shooting a 16.5" Barrel Savage PC10 308. Same exact thing. Low first, no adjustment then right on.
Curious, Does a cold chamber and a short length barrel (under 22") have more affect than a longer barrel? Has anyone ever just kept rounds in your pocket to keep them warmer with success and minimal POI shift?