High Plains
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- Jan 10, 2021
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I wanted a 300 Weatherby for a long, long time and hen I finally got one it became my hand loading experimental rifle on steroids. Through a lot of careful tracking of old accuracy I was able to find several great loads with 180 grain bullets——the very weight Roy Weatherby had in mind when he designed the cartridge.
About 10 times a year the questions were asked concerning why I would use it when it kicks so hard and is a big bullet.(A) Recoil sensitivity varies from person to person and since I don’t mind it with a 300 Roy (because I know how to handle it), it works for me. (B) The .30 caliber bullet is the same diameter as a 308 Win, but just a little heavier than what most 308 Winchesters use in a hunting load. Thus, the overall lack of accurate information of the merits of a magnum cartridge are usually revealed quickly. I can’t guess how long they are held onto.
Accurate, long-range shots are needed here on the High Plains. The 257 Wby and 300 Wby are perfect candidates for this part of the world........and yes, so are the heavy-for-caliber bullets from the Creedmoors, the 7mm family and the tried and true 308 Win. I used a 308 Win on an Army high powered rifle team so it will always be included in a discussion about what cartridges can do the job.
Discuss, please,
About 10 times a year the questions were asked concerning why I would use it when it kicks so hard and is a big bullet.(A) Recoil sensitivity varies from person to person and since I don’t mind it with a 300 Roy (because I know how to handle it), it works for me. (B) The .30 caliber bullet is the same diameter as a 308 Win, but just a little heavier than what most 308 Winchesters use in a hunting load. Thus, the overall lack of accurate information of the merits of a magnum cartridge are usually revealed quickly. I can’t guess how long they are held onto.
Accurate, long-range shots are needed here on the High Plains. The 257 Wby and 300 Wby are perfect candidates for this part of the world........and yes, so are the heavy-for-caliber bullets from the Creedmoors, the 7mm family and the tried and true 308 Win. I used a 308 Win on an Army high powered rifle team so it will always be included in a discussion about what cartridges can do the job.
Discuss, please,