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Re: Accuracy vs Velocity
« Reply #15 on: April 06, 2010, 12:31:27 PM »
I go for both accuracy and velocity, why choose?  I work up different powders one grain at a time with cheap bullets till I see a spike in velocities on the chrono or other pressure signs, then I back it down a grain or so (staying within published load data of course).  Then I load the ones with the highest velocities with a few different types of bullets that I prefer and choose the one with the best group.  I then test it in summer temps in the 70's to make sure there are no excessive pressures (the higher the temp, the higher the load pressures).  I prefer the Hogdgon Extreme powders because they are less sensitive to temperature differences.  I have found no difference in velocities tested at 25 and 70 degrees with the Extreme powders.  Some powders I have tested shoot 150 fps different at those extremes which effect your groups.  I don't sacrifice accuracy or velocity the way I work up loads.  I go for both.  I'll probably catch hell from somebody for the way I do it but it has safely worked for me for the last 20 years.
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Re: Accuracy vs Velocity
« Reply #16 on: April 06, 2010, 01:34:56 PM »
Sounds like you found a good load! I'd use it! 2800+ FPS is plenty fast!
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Re: Accuracy vs Velocity
« Reply #17 on: April 06, 2010, 01:52:49 PM »
My best velocity with a safe load in my 300wsm with 180 gr bullets is 2960 fps.  Nothing wrong with your velocity.  If you like it, shoot it.  If curiousity is getting to you, try a different load. Thats what handloading is all about.  Keep a good diary so in years to come you will know what worked for you and what didn't. 
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Re: Accuracy vs Velocity
« Reply #18 on: April 06, 2010, 03:50:09 PM »
Getting 3062 with 175's 3/4" group, shot 3015 with 180's. (300WSM) IMO might as well shoot an 3006 with those speeds from a 180 grain bullet.

 


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