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Many say they look for “high” load density when selecting a powder What do you consider “high”; is 89-90% high enough? Jim fur, feathers, & meat in the freezer "Pass it on to your kids" | ||
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personally, i like 90% in rifle cases .. the closer to full the better, if safe loads .. YMMV #dumptrump opinions vary band of bubbas and STC hunting Club Information on Ammoguide about the416AR, 458AR, 470AR, 500AR What is an AR round? Case Drawings 416-458-470AR and 500AR. 476AR, http://www.weaponsmith.com | |||
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Yep, I agree with Jeff. I like to shoot compressed loads when ever possible. | |||
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I have no problem w/ 100% load density. Some of my best loads are slightly compressed. LIFE IS NOT A SPECTATOR'S SPORT! | |||
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I too like the Slowest Powder that provides the highest SAFE MAX velocity. And I find they are normally slightly Compressed Loads in my rifles. That way you tend to get a more even Burn Rate which translates into better Accuracy. Best of luck to you. | |||
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For me it depends. Several times I have found loads which were around the 75% range which shot really well. One such load was 46.5grs of IMR 3031 in a .270. Very low recoil, decent velocity, and one hole accurate. The same rifle also likes a case full up to the neck of Ramshot hunter, very accurate, right at 3100fps, but there is a big difference in recoil. For most cases I load which are based off the .308 or similar, I don't mind using the fsater type powders which result in a little shake in the case. For the bigger ones I look for loads which will get me up to at least the shoulder or base of the neck. Not that they have historically been more accurate for me, but I generally have been able to get a higher velocity from them before peaking out on pressure. Mike / Tx | |||
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