question about matrix bullets in 270

[Idaho Trecker]

I was wondering if anyone out there has shot their 165 grain vld in a 1:10 barrel and had luck or if it is just to slow. I see their website recommends a 1:9 so I'm just seeing if anyone has some real world experience and had success with the 1:10.

 

[elkaholic]

I was wondering if anyone out there has shot their 165 grain vld in a 1:10 barrel and had luck or if it is just to slow. I see their website recommends a 1:9 so I'm just seeing if anyone has some real world experience and had success with the 1:10.

Bigngreen has had good success with the 165's on elk but not sure what twist he has? I would guess it is a 10 though......Rich

 

[bigngreen]

I've shot thousands of the 165's through a 1-10 twist barrel, quite a few 175's as well. My elevation 5600+ which gives me more stability. Even our 270 Wins will run them fine.

 

[Idaho Trecker]

bigngreen that is great to hear. I guess i will have to give them a try if i can get my hands on some extra cash. I am only sitting about 3000 feet elevation but i guess thats better than sea level.

Is there any chance someone could post some loads to start at or pm them to me?

thanks for the input

 

[FEENIX]

bigngreen that is great to hear. I guess i will have to give them a try if i can get my hands on some extra cash. I am only sitting about 3000 feet elevation but i guess thats better than sea level.

Is there any chance someone could post some loads to start at or pm them to me?

thanks for the input

I have experience with 165s but mine is off .270 AI, 1:8, and 30". Anyways, check this >>> http://www.longrangehunting.com/forums/f17/165-gr-vld-270-winchester-73897/; there's some load recipe that you can start with.

I vaguely remember that there's a LRH member having good success with 1:10 at sea level but cannot remember which thread ... perhaps Rhian does.

Good luck!

Ed

ADDED: Found it, see #27 of >>> http://www.longrangehunting.com/forums/f17/load-work-ruger-270-win-elk-92326/index4.html

 

[Idaho Trecker]

Thanks guys. I appreciate the info.

 

[Shane Lindsey]

I tried the 165's in a Sendero w/ a 26 inch barrel and one day they would shoot extremely well- Cold/rainy/sea level in Ca. The next day I went out it was warmer/sunny shot barely worth reloading.

175's would not group at all. They wouldn't stabilize.

I got so frustrated I sent the rest of them to Rhian as he was having success with them.

I am in the mood to buy a new rifle (300 WM), but I also have thoughts of a new barrel with a 9 twist to continue my love affair with the 270. They are so nice to shoot and I am not a fan of the brake-these pills give you the extra umph needed...

Shane

 

[elkaholic]

I tried the 165's in a Sendero w/ a 26 inch barrel and one day they would shoot extremely well- Cold/rainy/sea level in Ca. The next day I went out it was warmer/sunny shot barely worth reloading.

175's would not group at all. They wouldn't stabilize.

I got so frustrated I sent the rest of them to Rhian as he was having success with them.

I am in the mood to buy a new rifle (300 WM), but I also have thoughts of a new barrel with a 9 twist to continue my love affair with the 270. They are so nice to shoot and I am not a fan of the brake-these pills give you the extra umph needed...

Shane

Hi Shane.......a .270 Sherman should get you 3000'. .........Rich

 

[Idaho Trecker]

does anybody know if there is anywhere to order matrix bullets other than direct through the company. I dont want to get alot if they may not shoot and it gets kinda expensive for a box or two once shipping is added for this broke recent college grad

 

[Shane Lindsey]

Idaho,
Call and ask them. When I ordered the 165s they sent me (25) of the 175's to see if I could get them to shoot.
It's worth a shot...

For those shooting the 1:9 twist, where did you get your barrels? I have enquired and only Hart (3) month wait and Krieger (6) month wait will do them.

Shane

 

[elkaholic]

Idaho,
Call and ask them. When I ordered the 165s they sent me (25) of the 175's to see if I could get them to shoot.
It's worth a shot...

For those shooting the 1:9 twist, where did you get your barrels? I have enquired and only Hart (3) month wait and Krieger (6) month wait will do them.

Shane

Shane.....try Benchmark......Rich

 

[carpetman2]

Hey BignGreen, You have probably gotten too many questions on these, but hey you're knowledgeable. Anyway, I have a Vanguard series 2 in 270wsm and have been using the Berger 140's and am interested in moving up to the matrix 165's. The twist in this factory rig is 1-10 @ 24" and no muzzle brake. I can shoot 1/2moa with the 140 bergers, and I see you shoot the 165's in a similar twist rate and they stabilize fine. Can you share your load data? I have RL 17 & 22, H1000 and IMR4831. I use Norma cases and either Fed M215 or CCI250. You can PM me if you would prefer. Thanks again. Chris