.224 53gr vmax bt in stock, $19 per 100

[elfster1234]

if you need it, then you better get em while they are still hot!!


http://www.midwayusa.com/product/35...er-224-diameter-53-grain-boat-tail-box-of-100

 

[Jimichanga]

Crap, I can't believe that I missed this! Thanks for the heads up.

 

[demolitionman]

Keep me posted on this as well! I'm patiently looking for .224 projectiles.

 

[perazzisc3]

.224 53gr vmax all gone

 

[lash]

Dang, too late... Again.

 

[Tonmarchelli]

These things go way too fast

 

[Tonmarchelli]

Gonna have to get on the mailing list

 

[demolitionman]

One of the big 3 had 60 gr AMAX's instock this morning at 5:15. I didn't order any though....oh well.

 

[elfster1234]

deal is back up!!!!!!!!


http://www.midwayusa.com/product/35...er-224-diameter-53-grain-boat-tail-box-of-100

 

[Bullet Pusher]

Thanks just got a few boxes myself i have heard this is a pretty good bullet.

 

[lash]

deal is back up!!!!!!!!


http://www.midwayusa.com/product/35...er-224-diameter-53-grain-boat-tail-box-of-100

Lol, I feel like Pavlov's dog. I see this and can't help but click the link in a vain attempt to see if by crazy chance they will still be available 2 hours later. It's funny really. Goes to show you that hope springs eternal.

 

[elfster1234]

this is in stock also!! get it while its hot!

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/77...er-224-diameter-60-grain-flat-base-box-of-100

 

[lash]

Yeah, those 60s aren't the best fodder for my 1-12 twist barrel.

 

[elfster1234]

how do you think these 60grn vmax will perform in a 1:8 and 1:9 barrel?

Yeah, those 60s aren't the best fodder for my 1-12 twist barrel.

 

[Jimichanga]

how do you think these 60grn vmax will perform in a 1:8 and 1:9 barrel?

I just ordered some of these last week when they were in stock. The box says "twist rate 7-12." Take it for what it is worth as I have not had the chance to shoot any yet.

 

[lash]

how do you think these 60grn vmax will perform in a 1:8 and 1:9 barrel?

I do not have any experience yet with the .223, at least not enough to know that answer. I only know that when I asked the question here, it was suggested I try the lighter bullets in the slower twist barrel, based on the experience of others. I'm always trying to learn more. What does your experience indicate?

At the moment, I'm having trouble finding any variety of loads and bullet weights/types to try and I'm looking to start reloading to try and resolve that issue. So, in short I'm completely new to this and want to learn.

 

[elfster1234]

Sounds like you have a 1:12 twist on your rifle. A slower 1×12 boasts excellent accuracy on standard and lighter projectiles in the 40-52 grain range. You're going to be maxing out @ 55grn with the 1:12 twist.

In short, the twist rate is making a full 360 degree bullet turn in a given length of inches. As an example, a 1 in 7 Twist means the rifling makes one 360 degree turn for every seven inches of barrel. A 1 in 9 twist means the rifling comes a full 360 degrees in 9 inches. As for your 1:12 twist barreled rifle, the bullet makes one complete 360 turn in 12inches of barrel. Longer & heaver bullets require more spin to maintain gyroscopic stability and need a "faster" twist ratio (like 1:7 or 1:8). Heavier bullets for a given caliber require a tighter twist. Not all ammo shoots well in all twist ratios. A barrel with a 1×7 Twist tends to be too tight for most lighter, more commonly fired ammunition, but is perfect for heavier bullets in the 69-80 grain range. Firing a light weight 55 grain bullet through a tight twist barrel can “overspin” the bullet and result in a loss of accuracy as the rapidly spinning bullet curves through the air, not unlike a curve ball. Overspinning the bullet can even cause some thin jacketed hollow point projectiles to fly apart from the centrifugal forces of the spin.

I'm a HUGE fan of hornady bullets. Best bang for your buck bullets on the market IMO. here are some bullets you might want to try in your 1:12 twist rifle & can set up an email auto mailer once in stock:

I would think this would be perfect for your 1:12 especially for the price ($66 dollars per 500pcs!! HOLY SHIT!),,, you would just need to test it: http://www.midwayusa.com/product/45...er-224-diameter-50-grain-boat-tail-box-of-500

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/11...ts-22-caliber-224-diameter-50-grain-boat-tail

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/73...er-224-diameter-52-grain-boat-tail-box-of-100

this might be pushing it for your 1:12: http://www.midwayusa.com/product/35...er-224-diameter-53-grain-boat-tail-box-of-100

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/11...ts-22-caliber-224-diameter-40-grain-boat-tail

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/91...er-224-diameter-40-grain-boat-tail-box-of-500




Elfster1234

Yeah, those 60s aren't the best fodder for my 1-12 twist barrel.

 

[lash]

Thanks for all the good info and links too, elfster1234! I appreciate the time and thought you took respond to my situation.

Now we'll see if I'm quick enough on the draw once the notifications come in...

 

[jwp6114]

Love the 53gn v-max, work great in my 9 twist hog gun and boat tail =easy to load