77 grn Sierra Tipped, 80 grn ELDM, 80 grn Targex are all outstanding. 2206H or 2208. I use 2206H. Need 1:8 twist. Should get circa 2,800 fps from 20" barrel.
Liked On: 24-06-2022, 09:15 PM
I recommended the 55 because the question was "where to start". 55 is a good place to start 'cos they invariably shoot well and kill good enough. With the right twist there is no doubt 77 & 80...
Liked On: 24-06-2022, 09:14 PM
Just got back from overnight hunt. Shot my 14th red for the last 5? weeks all with .223 55gr SP. 3x with handloads using Hornady SP, the rest Belmont Black ammo with what look to be Hornady 55SP...
Liked On: 24-06-2022, 09:14 PM
A while back I was given 140 rounds of the cheap highland .223 ammo. Im really impressed with it and maybe its because my rifle likes it, but so far its almost shot for shot on big game. Friday...
Liked On: 24-06-2022, 09:13 PM
nope..the KISS method......using .223 so 55grn is where its at....if you want to poke 80grns buy a 243 LOL.
Liked On: 24-06-2022, 09:12 PM
55 grain Hornady or Sierra Game King.
Liked On: 24-06-2022, 09:11 PM
This thread got me keen to take the browning micro bolt for a walk ,50 metres high shoulder Hornady 55 grain sp dropped on the...
Liked On: 24-06-2022, 09:10 PM
There is a good chance that you are taking more care with your shots and placing them better. I know that I do with the .223.
Liked On: 24-06-2022, 09:10 PM
100%. There would be very few scenarios where a 223 outperforms a 243. Perhaps if you were using a hard bullet in the 243 and it was pencilling through with minimal damage. Otherwise, not a chance
Liked On: 24-06-2022, 09:10 PM
Nice shooting and no meat damage.
Liked On: 24-06-2022, 09:10 PM
Another one for the mighty 223, this yearling look bigger from about 250m away because I didn't have anything to reference it against. Will taste delicious though. 198026
Liked On: 24-06-2022, 09:09 PM
I have seen an old 303 do that before and it was f----d
Liked On: 19-06-2022, 11:25 AM
what about putting a patch down it and feeling for loose sections ? might at least give you an idea of if and where the barrel may be bulged ? if it's near enough to the muzzle chopping and re...
Liked On: 19-06-2022, 11:24 AM
You been drinking.
Liked On: 19-06-2022, 11:23 AM
Yeah, she is toast.... I'll give you $50 for it and to sweeten the deal I'll dispose of the ammo free of charge.
Liked On: 19-06-2022, 11:23 AM