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257 weatherby reloads
« on: May 03, 2015, 08:02:51 PM »
just wondering what reloads shoot the best for you out of your 257 weatherby. What bullets, brass, powder, weight of powder etc. looking for some ideas. Thanks guys

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Re: 257 weatherby reloads
« Reply #1 on: May 04, 2015, 05:06:53 AM »
I run 110 grain accubonds over 61 grains of IMR4350.
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Re: 257 weatherby reloads
« Reply #2 on: May 04, 2015, 07:28:10 AM »
I run 110 grain accubonds over 61 grains of IMR4350.

I bet that's a wicked load, the 110gr Accubond is a real performer on game when used in a 25-06. Let alone a Weatherby! :)

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Re: 257 weatherby reloads
« Reply #3 on: May 04, 2015, 07:35:17 AM »
its a frickin can opener
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Re: 257 weatherby reloads
« Reply #4 on: May 04, 2015, 07:35:22 AM »
Yup, I use them in my .25-06 also. :chuckle:
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Re: 257 weatherby reloads
« Reply #5 on: May 04, 2015, 08:44:49 AM »
100gr TSX, 72gr RL22. About 3625 ft.sec,
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