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Frist off ,thanks to all who answered my last post,the info was usefull.I was afraid I had reached the peak with the 160gr.bullet but wasnt sure without data.I usualy use the big heavys (as i call them)when I'm in heavy cover.
I am a huge fan of the 140gr bullets for any and everything else,groundhogs to deer.but my load data must be a typo or something.according to my info my load is max+1/2gr. 43.5 gr.IMR4831 .
the very same load I worked up to with a 160gr bullet...This can not be.
(kicker) no scope adjustment needed at 100yds.Two diff.bullet weights same hole(occasionaly,off a bench),but usualy within a 1/8th".
This is a colundrum to me.Should I just count my blessings or what???tell me what you think,thanks.
 
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Thanks seafire. I purchased a new manual today.
according to it,my 140gr.loads are weak.mid line at best.I was positive I could push a 140gr. bullet near or slightly over 3000fps. now I know...thanks again
 
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Watch your pressures, just because "the book" says it can be done doesn't mean your rifle will allow it. I have a 7x57 that according to "the book" is running 3 grains under max, but the primer pockets are so badly expanded the new primers fall out. Obviously I backed off the load. So watch your pressure signs as the load manuals are not gospel they are guidelines.


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Funny thing! I load my 264 Win Mag with 140 Sierras and also the Hornady 160s. I use the same load of H-870 for both! I also see the two DIFFERENT bullets are only 2-3 apart at 200 yds......Go figure.

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