Thread: A superb article on why "node load deveopment" is toast

Originally Posted by Tahr

Ive mucked around with neck sizing but for hunting the security of knowing every round will fit the chamber is reassuring.

My load development has always been random and unsophisticated. Work towards max pressure at mag length from mid range with a couple of rounds for each load and then back off a bit when I see a sign of pressure like a change in the primer. If it groups "good enough" there job done, otherwise I pick one of the 2 shot groups that looks the best and settle there.

Sometimes I get it spot on with little groups. Sometimes hovering just under an inch for 3 shots. I don't over fuss. My head wont let me settle for anything under an inch though.
If I miss an animal from there on out it certainly isn't the load's fault.

Some of this load development stuff can be too heavenly to be of any earthly use. But I do understand the fascination.

Sums up my process too. If I dont get the velocity I want and accuracy Ill change projectiles rather than stuff around looking for some magical thousandths of an inch or .1gr of powder.

I used to think I was charmed as my rifles always shot as well or better than my mates who spent hours working this stuff out. Turns out I am probably just part of the noise.