Thread: 6.5x55 accuracy

Hi Peter
I have 4 swedes, from an 1899 M96 to a 1942 M38 all in original military configuration. They are very accurate rifles that group in 1-1.5” @100m with hand loads and not much worse with factory. Norma factory ammo is worth a look but I handload for my Swedes. I have been using Norma 204 powder but am changing as I find it very dirty burning. Going to 2209, I would be going to RL17 but it’s too hard to get still and am saving that for my 300WSM. Any powder in that range is what you need. I’ve used Sierra Matchking which are good as are Hornady ELDM’s. I use ELDX for hunting. I have a mate who also uses 2209 in his Swede also in his CG63 target rifle.
PM me if you’d like.
Cheers
Craig