I use 2217 with the 150 gr ELDX getting around 3000 fps and about one inch groups at 100 yds. My rifle didn't like 162's that much with the loads I tried.
Liked On: 15-04-2020, 08:59 PM
im using 2217 in my 6.5 06 with 140 interlocks they go well
Liked On: 15-04-2020, 06:16 PM
They are near max loads Sent from my CPH1903 using Tapatalk
Liked On: 15-04-2020, 05:19 PM
ELD-X jackets are harder, which can push pressure up as they engrave onto the lands. It might be fine, but I would start a grain or two lower just in case.
Liked On: 15-04-2020, 02:25 PM
From what I have heard the m is softer than the x, so I would expect higher pressure with the x at the same powder charge, but I have no idea whether it’s enough to be an issue. I would play it safe...
Liked On: 15-04-2020, 02:25 PM
I use x and m in my 6.5 same powder weights no pressure signs. Sent from my CPH1903 using Tapatalk
Liked On: 15-04-2020, 02:06 PM
ok...my take on them...... they really make the .224 calibre into a giant killer.Ive shot half a dozen deer with the .223 using them...bangflop chest shots at sub 50 yards. shot a 140ish lb boar at a...
Liked On: 01-04-2020, 09:03 AM
Tend to agree with Edunn. The thread has gone somewhat off-track with two individuals carrying on a personal argument unrelated to original post. Seems to happen quite often on this site.
Liked On: 03-03-2020, 09:23 PM
Don't think you can. Gives us others something to chuckle about. Of course we have never done this ourselves.
Liked On: 03-03-2020, 08:35 PM
F#*! This thread got off track pardon the pun
Liked On: 02-03-2020, 04:16 PM
Enjoy your trip. Admire the scenery that is on offer while crossing over, as its a great drive. The trip down the river to the Clarence has a few huts worth stopping at, especially the Poplars. You...
Liked On: 02-03-2020, 01:34 PM
You'll be fine as long as you don't get a torrential downpour, which is highly unlikely. Throw a shovel in with your chains. Used to be a lot of pigs in the Elliot before it got poisoned but I...
Liked On: 02-03-2020, 01:33 PM
Formerly called the Seymour Hut. No real problem getting into unless heavy rain occurs, the clay in places on the sticks to everything and clogs up the best of tyres, very slippery.Just keep your...
Liked On: 02-03-2020, 08:54 AM
You can argue the rights and wrongs all day long, but in this case if you don't pay ya money, you dont go Simple as that
Liked On: 01-03-2020, 02:45 PM
I find the absolute wilderness meals better than the radix and backcountry ones. Taste and look like actual food and are pretty compact so don’t take up too much room in the pack
Liked On: 27-02-2020, 09:40 PM