Thread: School me on 7mm08

Originally Posted by ChrisF

Like everthing , I like balance , I have used the 155gr Scenar at close to 3k , I think it was 2950fps from my 26 inche std AW barrel , 1-12 twist , just felt that they did not handle the wind that well at 1000yds , and in Taranaki , you always have wind , and it was a hot load for me , using VV powder .
The 175gr I use is the SMK , just seems to let me down at plus 800m , which is surprising given that they shot 16 inche barrel ARs to 1000+ , and its easy to hit with .
Getting Berger bullets for me has been hit and miss , and I also try to stick to ADI powders as they are usually more reliable to source when you want it .
I am also thinking of the 260 as well , just like the heavier payload of 7mm over 6.5mm .

That is farken hot. I was getting 2997 from a 30" on my target rifle.