HI guys, I have a Krieger 224 barrel that I couldn't pass on because of a very good price, it has a very fast twist 1:7.7. Whilst I know that you can shoot lights out of it, accuracy might well be compromised, it's really for heavies.
The only cartridge commonly used with a 1:8 twist is the 223, I am not a fan of the cartridge as I believe other 22 cartridges to be superior. Also I am looking for a small headed rimmed case.
I am not looking to achieve max velocities rather an accurate load with a near full load of powder. It might be a long shot but I am looking to hear from anyone who shoots 69-80 grain bullets from any of these cartridges 222R, 5.6x50r or 5.6x52r?
I reckon if the right throat is cut for heavies then cartridges could achieve the following velocities with an 80 grainer respectively 2250fps, 2500fps and 2600fps.
Thoughts please
The only cartridge commonly used with a 1:8 twist is the 223, I am not a fan of the cartridge as I believe other 22 cartridges to be superior. Also I am looking for a small headed rimmed case.
I am not looking to achieve max velocities rather an accurate load with a near full load of powder. It might be a long shot but I am looking to hear from anyone who shoots 69-80 grain bullets from any of these cartridges 222R, 5.6x50r or 5.6x52r?
I reckon if the right throat is cut for heavies then cartridges could achieve the following velocities with an 80 grainer respectively 2250fps, 2500fps and 2600fps.
Thoughts please