Johnw...ski
01-26-2008, 05:47 PM
I want to thank everyone who gave me guidance and support while I was trying to get some accurate loads for my 45-70.
Todays groups still have room for improvement but I am happy none the less.
All shots are from 100 yds. using a bench rest.
I shot several 5 shot groups of 2-1/2" using .459 dia. 510 gr. plain base cast bullets with 35 gr. IMR 4198.
Then I had 10 405 gr. gas checked cast bullets that had been previously sized to .458 with 34 gr. IMR 4198 powder behind them. The first 5 shots were nearly touching each other looking through the scope. I went ahead and fired the last 5 shots and went and measured a 2" group. I know that these groups arn't going to break any records, but they made me very happy. I am definitely going in the right direction.
To those who offered suggestions, Thanks.
Below is a picture of the 45-70 FDH#2
John
Todays groups still have room for improvement but I am happy none the less.
All shots are from 100 yds. using a bench rest.
I shot several 5 shot groups of 2-1/2" using .459 dia. 510 gr. plain base cast bullets with 35 gr. IMR 4198.
Then I had 10 405 gr. gas checked cast bullets that had been previously sized to .458 with 34 gr. IMR 4198 powder behind them. The first 5 shots were nearly touching each other looking through the scope. I went ahead and fired the last 5 shots and went and measured a 2" group. I know that these groups arn't going to break any records, but they made me very happy. I am definitely going in the right direction.
To those who offered suggestions, Thanks.
Below is a picture of the 45-70 FDH#2
John