[ScottG1911]

Hi everyone, I want to start reloading for my new savage 12 308. so far I've decided to first try Berger match VLD's in 168gr. I've also been a big fan of IMR powder. I dont know what kind of brass to buy nor primers to buy either. this is my first time loading my own shells so I have no clue how many pounds of powder i need to buy for a 100 round lot. If yall have any suggestions on anything, please dont hesitate to say it. also if you have any loads that used 168 VLD's I could sure use the advice.
Edit: by the way this will be used for targets/deer/coyotes/yes coyotes:)
Thanks
Scott

[P-32]

Try about 42.0 grs. of IMR 4064 you will need a one pound can as you will use a little more than 1/2 a pound for 100 rounds. This will get you started. There are 7000 grs in a pound. As for primers try either Federal Gold Match or CCI Bench Rest primers.

After you get the bullets shot up, I would try some plain ole' Seirra 168's as they do shoot really well. Also you might think about trying Varget and Reloader 15 to see what you can do.

[Grumulkin]

Another vote for IMR 4064 and Federal or CCI match primers in the 308. My 308 loads utilized 168 gr. Sierra Match Kings but I've found the 168 gr. Nosler match bullets to be very accurate in a 30/06 and I use 168 gr. Berger VLDs with excellent results in a 300 Weatherby Mag.

[cpttango30]

I am loading Hornady 168gr HPBT with 42gr of Reloader 15 (most accurate load in sierra manual). I also have some Hornady 168gr A-max loaded with the same load. I use CCI BR2 primers and winchester or remington brass. With a factory gun there is no need to waste your money on Nosler, Hornady, or Laupa brass. Even some once fired Lake City Brass would be ok.