barnes

  1. F

    To trim or not to trim?

    I have 30 pieces of once fired Barnes factory ammo brass that I want to reload. 30-06 Springfield. This brass has the remains of a factory crimp that I’m not happy with. Not happy because I believe the old crimp will cause inconsistent neck tension, and poor consistency at the range, even after...
  2. iunderpressure

    358 Winchester 180 Barnes ttsx recovered

    I shot a 10 point buck this week with my 358 Winchester. I’m always interested in how different cartridges and bullets perform. This time I was using the 180 grain Barnes ttsx. I’m not sure the velocity, but my 200 ttsx load is just under 2600 fps. The deer was shot just over 100 yards. The...
  3. Gtscotty

    Lead-free hunting bullet experiences/recommendations

    After having nothing but great luck with Nosler Accubonds, I've been doing a little reading on lead exposure from hunting bullets and have decided to switch to lead free bullets, at least while my sons are very small. I already have a good load for the 127gr Barnes LRX that I will be using in...
  4. 2

    Thoughts on Barne’s Match Burner bullets?

    Thinking about using them for some plinking ammo in my .243. Anyone know whether these are good or not? If not what else do you guys recommend?
  5. MCMXI

    Kimber 84M Montana .308 Win hunting load development

    I bought my girlfriend a Kimber 84M Montana in .308 Win earlier in the year for her to use for deer and elk up here in Montana and last week I started load development for it. The general rifle season opens tomorrow so I think I have a great load worked up just in time. It didn't take long or...
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