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  1. 28-11-2014, 10:32 AM #1
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    Quote Originally Posted by Gillie View Post
    Dad and I use the sierra 63gr SMPs - they are simply deadly on deer.

    Yep, using these in my .243 at the moment. And I thought my 223 was bad for damaging meat! The 85gr Sierra HPBTs kill stuff dead - very impressed!
    @Gillie would you mind sharing powder and starting point load data ?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Happy View Post
    @Gillie would you mind sharing powder and starting point load data ?
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    In the 223 with the Sierra 63gr SMPs i am using BM2 powder. Starting For a starting load i would recommend 24gr and work your way from there.

    In the 243 with the Sierra 85gr HPBT i suggest you work with your reloading manual. I am running a relatively hot load with these.
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