Thread: Starting load development and would love help

I have a mate who's been reloading for years in 7mRemMag and has dies for .308, so I believe he's got all the gear we need - and will be guiding me through the process.
I have 250 of ADI Brass (some unfired), I know it's no the best, but have been told it'll do for now.

That's spot on Frogfeatures, I'm really looking for ideas on a starting load


I like your idea of dual loading MD! I have access to some 130g pills too (may develop a goat load at a later point but not worried about that for now), and like the idea of getting some bigger slugs for close up bush work.

How do you go about zeroing for both loads?

So far I've taken 2 deer at 280m & 260m.

Originally Posted by Jukes

I'm really looking for ideas on a starting load

Hey. I get you're new to this and are probably looking for a bit of reassurance and guidance, but asking people to give you a loads to try out like this is pretty poor form.

People are often quite willing to offer up their data to beginners but you do not need to rely their experiences to get yourself started and you should treat unverified data with huge amounts of scepticism. I've spent a few years lurking on a few forums and have seen some downright dangerous stuff shared - even accidentally just by making a typo or recalling information incorrectly.

The most prudent approach is to collect load data from manufacturers, ADI, Hodgdon, Hornady etc... Cross reference it then start low and work up and find what works best in your rifle. It doesn't take long and you don't need to expend a lots of components doing this. But mostly it shields you from potentially copying other people's mistakes.

Sorry to be the chip pisser in this thread. You've got your bullet, you've got your powder, get your data from the source - not from strangers.