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Just happened to finish reloading and testing my first batch of 45/70 cartridges ... Hornady 300 gr HP with 53 grains of IMR3031 to be shot from a MArlin 1895SS ... Accuracy is outstanding (using an IOR 4x32), but my concern started when measuring its speed ... I have an Oehler chronograph (rather used or better say bad used !) which make me doubt about its performance ... The fact is that for that reload, IMR states I should be achieving something around 1900fps, but my chronograph "said" it was only 1650 ... Powder in excellent conditions, and no, I don´t have any other chronograph available  !! BTW, no signs of over pressure at this stage ... Comments ?? I don´t want to stress too much the brasses, since in my country they are quite difficult to find nowadays ... but will like to achieve a velocity of 1900/1950 fps .... Hogs are waiting for this combo !!   regards ------------------------------------------  Μολὼν λάβε Duc, sequere, aut de via decede. | ||
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Barrel length of the IMR test barrel? Think that you generally loose @30fps per inch loss. Think a 26" is probably a standard - how does that compare with the Marlin? If the accuracy is there, and bearing in mind the normal ranges you would choose to employ a lever gun at - will the extra few fps be worth getting too concerned about? Rgds Ian Just taking my rifle for a walk!........ | |||
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Yeah, you are right ... just wanted to take the most out of that reloading ... Regards ------------------------------------------ Μολὼν λάβε Duc, sequere, aut de via decede. | |||
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IMR3031 would not be my fourt or even fifth choice for loading the 45-70. My first choice is Alliant RL7 which in a 22" barrel will push those 300grain bullets to 2150+ I've been wanting to give H335 a try as it's listed as the fastest propellant with the 300gr partition But I'm thinking that 67grains of H335 behind a 300gr partition is going to make one hell of a flash from a 22" barrel. AllanD If I provoke you into thinking then I've done my good deed for the day! Those who manage to provoke themselves into other activities have only themselves to blame. *We Band of 45-70er's* 35 year Life Member of the NRA NRA Life Member since 1984 | |||
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Worked up a load using Barnes 300 gr HPs for my buddy's Marlin .45-70. Turned out to shoot lights out and kick just as badly. Once I put a Decellerator on it, it was fine. Really puts a hurt on hogs--out to about 100-125 yds. As I remember, the load was chronographing 2200fps or so. Really got my attention An old pilot, not a bold pilot, aka "the pig murdering fool" | |||
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Afrikander excellent rifle and excellent scope the ior scopes are milspec ,very good quality at a good price i hope we will test this loads at my consecion in El Chaco huge boars my friend .I tested the mauser custom douglas premiun barrel that you sent me 1moa at 100yds then we killed a fox at 150yds and another varmints .Juan www.huntinginargentina.com.ar FULL PROFESSIONAL MEMBER OF IPHA INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL HUNTERS ASOCIATION . DSC PROFESSIONAL MEMBER DRSS--SCI NRA IDPA IPSC-FAT -argentine shooting federation cred number2- | |||
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That ammo was loaded with that very same concession in my mind , my friend  !!Extreme hunting at its best !!!  Weapons to be taken: that mentioned marlin, my redhawk and of course my muela podenquero (just hope to find myself at the same level Lanhuel has ! We only have to arrange the date !I am glad to read you are satisfied with that rifle, I am sure you will make it earn some glory in the hunting fields ... Yesterday I finnally found the right combination for my .375 ... three shots in one square inch at 150 meters this weekend I will be departing to my red deer hunt ... man, I AM eager for that day to come !! Later, Martin ------------------------------------------ Μολὼν λάβε Duc, sequere, aut de via decede. | |||
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Dear friend in el chaco we will hunt feral goats freral rams without limit ,donkeys and cebues without limit lipped peccary ,collared pecary ,four horn rams ,brocket deer ,puma ,and now we have a consecion with more than 2000 buffalos .The custom 243 is just superb my son killed a cat at 57yds and a fox we are going to kill some feral goats this week end the douglas premiun barrel timney triger tagle stock and 1909 mauser combination works prefect thanks my friend .juan good luck with red stag . www.huntinginargentina.com.ar FULL PROFESSIONAL MEMBER OF IPHA INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL HUNTERS ASOCIATION . DSC PROFESSIONAL MEMBER DRSS--SCI NRA IDPA IPSC-FAT -argentine shooting federation cred number2- | |||
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I am in !!!!  We must arrange all details by PM !! Hope your son and mine would hunt together someday in the nearby future ! You know, my son also has a .243, a Win 70 XTR scoped with a Kahles AH 3-9x42 I bought brand new for him the very same day he was born ... Yes, it´s his - but I am using it until he grows up to the needed age since he is now only four years old ...Te mando un abrazo ! Martin ------------------------------------------ Μολὼν λάβε Duc, sequere, aut de via decede. | |||
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All due respect, but I don't know how much more a guy could ask for.....  Regards - GCF "Sometimes you make eight - Sometimes you hit dirt" | |||
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Indeed you are right, gcf !!! Going hunting with that ammo ? Keep us informed !Regards, ------------------------------------------ Μολὼν λάβε Duc, sequere, aut de via decede. | |||
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AllanD, believe me when I tell you I am a very fortunate guy (and envied by many of my countrymen) just by having those lb of IMR3031 ... Wish I could have the possiblity of choosing something else, but I am far south from USA ! Regards, ------------------------------------------ Μολὼν λάβε Duc, sequere, aut de via decede. | |||
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Afrikaander: I´m using the following reload in my .375, which proves very accurate at 150 meters. Winchester cases, Federal 215 primers, Speer 270 grains bullets and 82.0 grains of I.M.R. 4350, O.A.L 9.1 centimeters. This recipe, cronographed 5 feet from the muzzle of my 25.5" barrel flies at 2.700 f.p.s. exactly. Groups of three shots are 1" or less. Did you try it?. | |||
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I find IMR3031 is an accuracy powder in my 458 Win.It is no problem shooting full loads with the Speer 400 grain flat nose bullet that group under 1.5 minute if angle with a Ruger No.1 euipped with a 3 power scope.More magnification would probably tighten the groups a bit. | |||
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hello; The first thing I discovered when I got a Chronograph was that the velocities posted in the manual were somewhat optimistic, to say the least. I was using the moderate charges, but after that, I went to the maximums. Grizz Indeed, no human being has yet lived under conditions which, considering the prevailing climates of the past, can be regarded as normal. John E Pfeiffer, The Emergence of Man Those who can't skin, can hold a leg. Abraham Lincoln Only one war at a time. Abe Again. | |||
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Dearest Afrikaander and Nanital: Did you know that we are common friends? It would be a good idea to join and have good time hunting, drinking some whine and a barbeque. Besides we could test your wonderful reloads! Let’s make a plan for the end of this hunting season. Best regards Willy the hunter | |||
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I still remember with great pleasure that wonderful time I spent at your home, Willy Send my regards to your family and hope to see you soon ! Nainital, upto now I have shot only 300 grainers with my 375 H&H ... silvertip bullets with factory loads and GK and Hornady´s RN in my own reloaded ammo ... but I have taken notice of your reload and will surely try it soon ------------------------------------------ Μολὼν λάβε Duc, sequere, aut de via decede. | |||
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Almost forgot ! You can count on me for that, Willy ! ------------------------------------------ Μολὼν λάβε Duc, sequere, aut de via decede. | |||
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Dear Willy and Afrikaander: of course you can count with me in such a meeting!. I was waiting for further news from Lorenzo but he seems to have been delayed this month. Regards | |||
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Sadly, no lease or land of my own. So I linger at the range.... I have found your 300 Hornady / 53.0 IMR3031 load to be quite (sub-MOA)accurate in my #1, as well. It is the favorite 45/70 load of the gent that sold me my #1. His estimate was 2000 fps+, but that seems a bit high to me - & I have no chrono to confirm either way. I have also found IMR 4198 to have a surprising amount of potential, considering the low load density. Many report great full power 405 loads, but I have used it mainly for a 1 MOA pussey cat plinking load: 300JHP / 36.0 IMR 4198 Regards - GCF "Sometimes you make eight - Sometimes you hit dirt" | |||
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I have tried all manner of loads for the 2 different 45-70's I have had, now have a marlin 1895ss and used this load last fall for turkey; nice jake offhand at 50 yards, (I was so proud of myself until time to dress the bird), and a fat doe at 75 yards, (one shot deer dropped at the shot), and feral cat at 150-160 yards, (my best shot yet with the 45-70). IMR 3031, 54.0 grains, Remmington 300 grain jacketed hollowpoint. Have not chronoed this load yet but estimate velocity at 1875fps based on other loads I have chronoed. Shot a 4 shot, (all the ammo I had left at the time) 1 1/8 inch load at 100 yards. Hope this helps, Good luck and good shooting, Eterry Good luck and good shooting. In Memory of Officer Nik Green, #198, Oklahoma Highway Patrol Troop G...Murdered in the line of duty 12-26-03...A Good Man, A Good Officer, and A Good Friend gone too soon | |||
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