I just got back from the range after testing the LRB bullets. So far, not impressed. I'm shooting a Winchester Model 70 with a PacNor, #7, super match stainless barrel, in 6.5/06 with a 1-8" twist. I was shooting five shot groups at 500 meters to test some loads. 139gr Lapua Scenar shot 2.8", 140gr A-Max 3.2", and the 132 LRB J-40 shot a 15.3". That was the smallest group for testing this bullet with three different powders. I was told the 1-8" twist would stabilize the 132gr LRB J-40 bullet. It didn't. The bullets did not keyhole but they wouldn't stay in a group. They did shoot about 10" higher on the target but they wouldn't group. At $15 for 20 bullets, I think I'll pass on trying to do any more load testing.

Been there, done that, I'll pass

The Big Dog

I try to keep a couple of points in perspective.

1- Bullets are ultimatley a chunk of metal for blasting out the end of your bbl to more often than not, end up rotting disfigured in a pile of dirt forevermore. The few that actually do the killing are the exception.

2- In the right measure, the cheapest of brands will still kill the toughest of animals, so why get carried away? At nearly a buck a pop I can save enough $ for another rifle or hunting tag fairly quick.

Happy hunting..

TBD - If you will do a search, LRB bullets have been discussed several times. Your observations and impressions are not usual with LRB. I don�t know too many folks who tried them and liked them.

Dog (Big),
The 8" ywist will stabilize the 132s alright but I would be surprised if they shot well. I found I could get them to shoot good three shot groups from a clean barrel but ten shot groups were laughable. Regards, Bill.