BIG DOG, I'm sure there are alot of shooters that can add to this because I'm still on the learning curve of rifle ballistics, but I do alot more handgun shooting and I reload everything I shoot in that arena.
There are alot of factors involved including the physical charateristics of the firearm as well, i.e. stock weight and barrell ect. I do know with reference to ammo, that a lighter bullet seems to have more perceived recoil than a heavier one of the same caliber. The heavier bullet will exhibit more muzzle rize. The lighter bullet provides a punch to the shoulder. Generally speaking, the lighter bullet will usually be loaded with a faster burning powder which results in the felt recoil to the shoulder. The heavier bullet uses a slower burning powder which burns further out the barrel which is percieved as a push to the shoulder. With handguns, it's more noticeable because of the light frames and short barrels. In your .338WM, you were shooting 200-210 gn, so even though the caliber is larger the perceived recoil may seem less than the .270 with 130 gn, but all this is subjective. I shoot alot of combat handgun matches, and in that type of shoot I prefer less felt recoil because I don't want the shock. I load a slighty heavier bullet, slower burning powder, for a push into my hands. It seems more controlable. That's a general explanation and if anyone has anything to add, be my guest.
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Experience the best, Judge the rest!!
Steve
[ 10-29-2004: Message edited by: PracTac ]
