kmw1954
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The rifle I am building, a Savage Model 11, came with a 20" 243 barrel on it that I was and will be removing at some point. But I have test fired it and it actually shot very well. After a quick bore sight in I was able to take 3 shots at 200 yards. Though they were way low and left it did place those 3 shots within a 1.5" group. So I am thinking I might just shoot this barrel until I can get the new one, long lead time from most everyone.
Question is I have no experience with the 243 round or where to start with bullets and powders. This barrel from what I understand is a 1:9.5 twist. Midway and MidSouth both have some 60+ gr, 87/90gr and some 105 and 108gr weights in stock. Not sure how well the 60 gr verities or the heavies will work in this barrel.
Powders I have on hand to work with are BL-C2, TAC, Benchmark and 2460. any of these any good in 243 or should I look for something else?
Plan is to eventually replace this barrel with a 6br Norma
So lets hear your thoughts on a starting point. Just components, not loads.
Question is I have no experience with the 243 round or where to start with bullets and powders. This barrel from what I understand is a 1:9.5 twist. Midway and MidSouth both have some 60+ gr, 87/90gr and some 105 and 108gr weights in stock. Not sure how well the 60 gr verities or the heavies will work in this barrel.
Powders I have on hand to work with are BL-C2, TAC, Benchmark and 2460. any of these any good in 243 or should I look for something else?
Plan is to eventually replace this barrel with a 6br Norma
So lets hear your thoughts on a starting point. Just components, not loads.