308ar

  1. K

    Load development powder start?

    Hi I am planning on developing a load for my 20", 11/1, 308 with Berger 185 juggernaut, vv n550, cci 250, lapua brass. I want maximum safe velocity and my question is: Do I really have to start at the minimum powder amount in the load manual to be safe? It is about 41grains and to me it seems...
  2. user

    308AR Blowing Primers / Case Head Swipe?

    Criterion Barrel with the M118LR Match Chamber. Mid Length Gas. SLP Adjustable Gas Block. Carbine extension with 308 Heavy Slash Buffer blowing primers with 165 Hornady and 168 Nosler factory ammo. From what I read this is not uncommon in 308ar pattern rifles. The gas is adjusted so it just...