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  1. M

    300 PRC update

    Have never loaded using the flatline bullets but given the unique hourglass shape of the flatline bearing surface area that would not be too easy to answer... To take full advantage of the 198 you would need the freebore adjusted accordingly and then the COAL would be around 3.86". Which of...
  2. M

    ELR Scope

    Yeah, I'm looking for an ELR scope too. March sent me an update on the Genesis scope. The price is up where a NF, a Charlie Tarac and a Spuhr mount would cost. The March is about 9-10OZ lighter. Since the whole scope moves instead of the reticle it should optically clearer but.... would you end...
  3. M

    2 "Train of thoughts" arising in ELR

    Any of the ELR type rifle or long range hunting bullets is sailing straight thorough body armor as well as plates. While tungsten can be toxic, you really have to be unlucky to have an issue with it. It is widely used in everything from light bulbs to metalworking. You would have a more...
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    2 "Train of thoughts" arising in ELR

    I don't think that we would ever see the use of tungsten in bullets for the civilian world due to its toxic properties. However, it does have a place in the military for high priority mission specific targets. Tungsten core bullets would also likely destroy the steel target backstops...
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    2 "Train of thoughts" arising in ELR

    I've got a Lilja 39" 9 twist on order so testing is on hold. (Stock barrel is a 13 twist) I will also try to test the new Flatline .416's if they are available at that time. I'm considering running an improved Barrett with about 8% more capacity. I'm thinking I'll see around 3150 fps or...
  6. M

    2 "Train of thoughts" arising in ELR

    Don't forget the Lehigh 494 gr .416". The BC is 1.138 G1. I don't think it will transition thru the transonic well. Maybe D. Tubbs nose ring would help
  7. M

    2 "Train of thoughts" arising in ELR

    Depends on what your definition of ELR is.... Is it 1 mile, 2000 yards or 2miles? Are you shooting for tactical/military, comp match, or just shooting rocks from your LR hunting rig? But to answer your question I think the answer is actually a little of both. That is why the 416's are...
  8. M

    300 PRC update

    Now what would be even better if they offered a 28"& 30" barrel length with a 8 twist option....
  9. M

    300 PRC update

    I really hope this new cartridge succeeds as it fixes a lot of minor problems for the 30 cal ELR crowd. It will be a very user friendly design and anyone who owns a Remmy mag face LA rifle will also be able to switch over. The problem with Lapua or anyone else making high quality brass is...
  10. M

    300 PRC update

    Most likely it is related to having too many bean counters in the board room...Seems that many large companies have this issue. It takes a long time for a company to build a reputation of quality and no time to trash it!
  11. M

    300 PRC update

    As I see it , the main issue with the acceptance of the 300 PRC will be based Hornady's reputation for producing inconsistent high quality brass. IMO - They should come out with a line of match grade brass and then have several third party tests done to confirm their brass measures up to or...
  12. M

    School me about 300 Norma Magnum

    Jim Boatright might be able to give you an answer. I believe that the rifling has little effect on the external ballistics since it is well under the boundary layer while in supersonic flight.
  13. M

    The new 33XC & 37XC cartridges designed by David Tubb

    I think the ring is located about 10% back (of the overall length) from the nose of the bullet....
  14. M

    6.5 PRC VS. 7 SAUM

    I assume you have a switch barrel with an extra standard bolt available? Couldn't you have just had the barrel "set back" and then just have the gunsmith use a reamer with the correct freebore or just move up to the 6.5 SAUM with the correct freebore for you application?
  15. M

    6.5 PRC VS. 7 SAUM

    We do have the 150 SMK and Berger is supposed to come out with a 154-156 gr. The problem is getting longer barrels with faster twists and the lack of medium action rifles sold in the USA that have longer magazines. Benchrest shooters don't care as they generally use a single feed action...
  16. M

    6.5 PRC VS. 7 SAUM

    Good point! .... Maybe it has something to do with the weight of the bullets and the burn rate of the powders behind them. The neck length / shoulder angle also comes into play but these are relatively close to each other. So....? Either way, I suspect that the the 7 SAUM would have around 20%...
  17. M

    Long range hunting build in the works, plz help!

    Whoa!! Actually, I agree with you but just feel that the 195 doesn't seem necessary for a 700 yard limit. If the OP had said 1000 + yards then I would pick the 195/28 Nosler combo given his magnum bolt face and magazine limits. What makes this thread so hard offering advice is that the OP...
  18. M

    Long range hunting build in the works, plz help!

  19. M

    Long range hunting build in the works, plz help!

    Good advice!... Or better yet, bring both!
  20. M

    Long range hunting build in the works, plz help!

    Using a CIP length magazine would help but it still is way too short for loading a 300 gr Berger. IMO - For the wide range of critters he will be hunting, and the desire to still use a drop magazine I think the .30 cal would be the best choice. That would pretty much narrow it down to a .300...
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