Started with this old Weatherby Vanguard in 7mmRM
Scraped everything but the action and it came out like this.
I did not build this rifle, I simply specked it out to my guy that builds stuff. He stripped it down, threaded a Bartlein 24” 8.7 barrel, added the stock I wanted , muzzle brake...
As you know I’m replacing the lead core bullets I was shooting for the copper variety.
I shot the hell out of game last season with ELDX, Norma, Sierra, and a couple others. Problem is none of those bullets were tough enough for the impact velocity and were just plain shredded leaving copper...
I suppose I should measure the magazine and see what the limit is on length.
Not being too familiar with the TTSX and its characteristics, I’m curious whether or not the length of the jump made much of a difference.
After shooting whitetail and mule deer last season using lead core bullets I am switching to TTSX to try out next.
I’ve already started reloading.
I’ve loaded both 7828 and 4831 using Barnes’ data and their suggested
COL 3.170. Ive also tried COL 3.160.
Velocity in the 34’s, groups at .7...
Congratulations on your first Elk hunt and experiencing it with friends makes it better.
You guys are lucky to get the chance, from what I read in these forums the
“R’s” don’t want the “NR’s” anywhere in their western states.
You have gotten what may become a rare opportunity. Good Luck...