Thread: 243 Ackley. Project getting closer, experiences and advice welcomed

Hi all and thanks in advance.

I am haf-way through a 243Ackley build with a new 1:7.5" twist True-Flight on a Sako 85 action. Standard Sako sporter profile but a tad longer at 22 or 23" depending on how it feels. Standard stock but it will be bedded.

build is for a fairly lightweight carry/walking rifle that is versatile. I'll be interested to see what I can get it to do out long on paper as well for some fun.

The Ackley chamber is purely for a bit better case life as the performance of a standard 243W is everything I need (albeit with heavier pills as an option) but I want by cases to last a bit longer so....Why not.

I have some Lapua brass, some 103gn Hornady ELD-X 108gn Hornady ELD-M and 105gn(I think...) Lapua scenars to try.

I have AR2208, AR2209 and AR2213sc to try

No primers yet (Will prob try S&B I think)

This is an ivitation for any of you experienced with the 243AI to offer up any tips or advice as the chambering is a new one to me.

Anything is welcomed from fireforming experiences/advice to pet loads, pills (for hunting) powders or hunting stories. Bring it all on.

Thanks in advance and kind regards, Luke