Thread: Bullet Seating depth and pressure (6.5 Grendel)

Originally Posted by Pete_D

Just to report back we loaded up some more and went hunting last weekend with all rounds seated back at 2.250 COAL (previously 2.260) and the same charge of 27.7gr. 8208 and no visible ejector swipe or pressure signs.
So in my case seated just a tad closer to the lands seemed to create a pressure spike.
Thanks for your help guys.

I just read back through the thread - unless I missed it, it doesn't sound like you measured the throat for maximum base to ogive dimension?

The Hornady tool with the threaded cases do a reasonable job of sorting this out (with consistent technique) using the bullet in question. I've found it does pay to check with different projectiles as the dimensions can be subtly different and might be important if you have a cramped magazine or are trying to avoid seating into the case too much.