Search:

4% heavier than Lyman's data for a 75 gr cast with a max of 2.5 gr W231.
2.1 gr will not reliably cycle the action.

Re: 260

I had some luck with 11.0 gr Unique using the 6.5-140 SILH but sometimes it would be awful. I never put it over the chrono. After sourcing data from Lyman's 4th Ed. Cast for the 7mm-08, I...

While the 1903 can digest some stout loads, I wouldn't venture into a steady diet of what the OP has posted. On the other hand, my trusty P32 let go after years of 2.2 gr W231 under 78 gr RN. I paid...

260

I'm swinging gongs at 200 meters consistently. 1,600 fps is a nice spot. 300 meters is a challenge but it looks like I'm transonic at that distance so will have to create a new load and maybe a...

I was about to ask how in the world are you getting that to work with traditionally lubed bullets and then saw PC on the last paragraph.

I'm not exactly the ambassador of group shooting. Those with a better eye, optics, and a steadier hand will do better. All groups are at 100 yards. I'll load up and try again later.
313058
313059...

I've never experienced an issue with the gas check or shank seated beyond the neck.

Like others have said, you need an expander die. You'll also need a crimping die but only to take out the bell caused by the expander after seating. As far as seating depth, let your chamber be the...

312988

My Savage 11 in 260 will accept an OAL of 2.745". I tried using a flat top punch for sizing but didn't have much success. RCBS #520 works ok but I still have to take my time to ensure...

1 part lino to 3 parts range scrap: 137.7 gr to 138.5 gr.
Bottom band: .268
Middle band: .266

The wavy sizing can definitely be attributed to a flat top punch or a sprue that didn't cut clean. OP, consider the chart for appropriate top punches. I use RCBS #550 with the Lee 356-120TC and it...

Just ordered for my 260 as well. Thanks for posting!

310846

Not much of a group shooter but the load seems to be fairly consistent.

I also shoot a 260 Rem. I recommend starting at .265 with your CM and going from there. I've never heard of .264 working for any traditionally lubed 6.5 bullets. RCBS 6.5-140 silh for a mold but its...

The NFA tax came about because it was voted on by congress, the only authority to levy taxes. It seems like until NFA is repealed, not paying that tax is a violation of the act no matter what the...

I got it working now. Refer to post 26-27.

I was able to get the 14.0 gr 2400 load over the chrono: 1,607 fps average. SD was 17 so this will be my standard load.

I think both are decent for someone getting into casting. I took a little from FC and obtained a few pointers from Elvis on powder coating. As far as getting into the weeds on stuff this forum...

I wanted to revisit this thread because I'm still learning. While the bullet is the same the lube has been replaced with WLL carnauba red. COAL is the same but cases on the loads below have been FL...

I had the same problem with 2400 in 32-20 when seating the bullet out further than usual (in order to crimp in the crimp groove). Inconsistent burn with several cartridges which eventually resulted...

So 2,000 grams of range lead and 400 grams of lino gave you 14? Curious on the math. I'm asking because the alloy calculator I use is more like 11.6.

I've always used range scrap which appears to be 9-10. PC with Eastwood whatever.

9mm was hard to tame because the case is tapered and my dillon expander undersizes for cast. PC helps keep the...

Most of my coworkers buy guns every other day it seems. None of them reload. They balk at the idea of liquidating some of their collection to fund a press and, God forbid, a mold. I don't understand...

Starline for reloads. Fiocchi, Magtech, and Aguila longs for factory. Both misfire on all brands every cylinder and not always the same chamber.