Hello all,
I've been trying to do load development for a couple of rifles for a while now with no real decent loads found. Started out with a Savage 12 LRP in 6.5 creedmoor. After several trips out to the AZ desert using Berger 140gr hybrids, two powders, various charge weights and seating depth never getting a 5 round group under an inch at a 100y. I stared thinking that this rifle just isn't a shooter. I then ended up picking up a Bergara LRP in 6.5 creedmoor. Since then basically a repeat of the Savage.
I've tried shooting from both bi-pod and sandbag rests.
Powder charges from mild through signs of pressure.
Seating depth fro 0.010" off the lands to mag length at 0.059"
Loading at the range to make changes on the spot and loading at home for a more controlled environment.
2 different scopes, checked and rechecked mounting screws.
Thought maybe adverse conditions were a culprit but last Saturday was perfect conditions except a little mirage do to recent rain.
I started to really question my own shooting Saturday do to not making it out but about 4 times a year lately but my 204 ruger easily shot sub moa 10 shot groups with 3 different varmit loads I had done up years ago.
I've probably used half of the 500 bullets at this point and my only conclusion at this point is just pick a load, try to have fun with it till I finish off the 140 hybrids and then get a different bullet ( maybe the 147gr Hornady).
What would you do if it was you at this point? Please keep in mind the frustration as it has probably taken 1 1/2 years to just to get to this point?
Thanks for any advice from you guys/gals.
I've been trying to do load development for a couple of rifles for a while now with no real decent loads found. Started out with a Savage 12 LRP in 6.5 creedmoor. After several trips out to the AZ desert using Berger 140gr hybrids, two powders, various charge weights and seating depth never getting a 5 round group under an inch at a 100y. I stared thinking that this rifle just isn't a shooter. I then ended up picking up a Bergara LRP in 6.5 creedmoor. Since then basically a repeat of the Savage.
I've tried shooting from both bi-pod and sandbag rests.
Powder charges from mild through signs of pressure.
Seating depth fro 0.010" off the lands to mag length at 0.059"
Loading at the range to make changes on the spot and loading at home for a more controlled environment.
2 different scopes, checked and rechecked mounting screws.
Thought maybe adverse conditions were a culprit but last Saturday was perfect conditions except a little mirage do to recent rain.
I started to really question my own shooting Saturday do to not making it out but about 4 times a year lately but my 204 ruger easily shot sub moa 10 shot groups with 3 different varmit loads I had done up years ago.
I've probably used half of the 500 bullets at this point and my only conclusion at this point is just pick a load, try to have fun with it till I finish off the 140 hybrids and then get a different bullet ( maybe the 147gr Hornady).
What would you do if it was you at this point? Please keep in mind the frustration as it has probably taken 1 1/2 years to just to get to this point?
Thanks for any advice from you guys/gals.