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  1. 03-07-2019, 05:42 PM #3
    Mathias
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    I was using Lapua brass, RL17 and 143gr ELDX for about 2940fps in a 24.5" barrel. I now run RL26 and 147 ELDM for 2900fps, which is much easier on cases than the RL17 was. Mines a 30deg Improved & long throat, not 40deg as per the Ackley design.
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