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Logical next step for 6.5x55 Swede
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<blockquote data-quote="merbeau" data-source="post: 1161009" data-attributes="member: 38494"><p>I am starting with a 6.5x55 Swede built off a Rem 700 action with new PPG stainless bolt and trigger guard assembly. The barrel is a Hart heavy varmint contour barrel (27 inches long) having 1:8 twist and recessed crown. All set in a Bobby Hart LRT stock with aluminum block. </p><p></p><p>I am using Nosler brass, Cutting Edge 120 gr. MTH bullet and Winchester rifle standard primers. I started at 0.005 from the lands and also tried 0.01 and 0.015. These were all shot with various loads using IMR 7828 SSC, IMR 4831, IMR 4350, RL 22, N160 and Hybrid 100V. None of these combinations provided any groups less than 1.5 inches at 100 yards.</p><p></p><p>I checked my scope and mounts and they are not loose. The assembly fits into the Hart stock with the barrel free floated and centered. </p><p></p><p><strong>My conclusion is the rifle does not like the Cutting Edge bulle</strong>t. I had good success with these in 300 and 338 win mag and decided to try them in my 6.5mm set up.</p><p></p><p>This rifle will be used for competition (600 yards and less) so I am mainly interested in those type of bullets. I am considering going with Lapua 123 Scenar L bullet. </p><p></p><p>Do you guys agree the bullet may be the issue and should I stick with the 120s or try going to 130 grain.</p><p></p><p>thanks</p><p></p><p>Robert</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="merbeau, post: 1161009, member: 38494"] I am starting with a 6.5x55 Swede built off a Rem 700 action with new PPG stainless bolt and trigger guard assembly. The barrel is a Hart heavy varmint contour barrel (27 inches long) having 1:8 twist and recessed crown. All set in a Bobby Hart LRT stock with aluminum block. I am using Nosler brass, Cutting Edge 120 gr. MTH bullet and Winchester rifle standard primers. I started at 0.005 from the lands and also tried 0.01 and 0.015. These were all shot with various loads using IMR 7828 SSC, IMR 4831, IMR 4350, RL 22, N160 and Hybrid 100V. None of these combinations provided any groups less than 1.5 inches at 100 yards. I checked my scope and mounts and they are not loose. The assembly fits into the Hart stock with the barrel free floated and centered. [B]My conclusion is the rifle does not like the Cutting Edge bulle[/B]t. I had good success with these in 300 and 338 win mag and decided to try them in my 6.5mm set up. This rifle will be used for competition (600 yards and less) so I am mainly interested in those type of bullets. I am considering going with Lapua 123 Scenar L bullet. Do you guys agree the bullet may be the issue and should I stick with the 120s or try going to 130 grain. thanks Robert [/QUOTE]
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