In a bit of a confused state. I usually use H4350 for both my 6.5 and .243 but it is becoming increasingly harder to get hold of at my usual supplier. So, I am after suggestions as to alternatives, my supplier does carry a wide selection of VV powders. If I could find one that would suit my .222 as well I would be delighted, I'm not sure if Seafire and his bluedot would fit the bill, but I think it might.
Widners and Powder Valley have 8# canisters of H4350 for under 120$+Hazmat and shipping. One or two of those ought to keep you in 6.5 and 243 for a long time.
Although cartridge selection is important there is nothing that will substitute for proper first shot placement. Good hunting, "D"
Posts: 1701 | Location: Western NC | Registered: 28 June 2000
Originally posted by D Hunter: Widners and Powder Valley have 8# canisters of H4350 for under 120$+Hazmat and shipping. One or two of those ought to keep you in 6.5 and 243 for a long time.
I don't think Powder Valley will ship to Scotland . I should think that either Vihtavouri N-160 or N-560 would work well in both your 6.5 and .243 Win. Would probably have to drop down to N-130 or N-133 for your .222, though.
Bullets are pretty worthless. All they do is hang around waiting to get loaded.
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Thanks for all the replies, I was just trying to get my powder collection reduced. I want to get down to just 2 if possible. One for my 6.5 and 243 and one for my 222 and Hornet, but I expect curiosity will get the better of me and the collection will grow again, I am down to 5 at present.
For the .222 N120 is the way to go. Above being very accurate it is also cut to a very short grain. It therefore feeds throuhg powder measures very easily.
. I should think that either Vihtavouri N-160 or N-560 would work well in both your 6.5 and .243 Win. Would probably have to drop down to N-130 or N-133 for your .222, though.
