Looking for advice on why loads are too hot even though I'm BELOW the recommended start load on my 300WM.
I'm using Berger's manual for 210 gr VLD target (page 767). I'm using:
-RE-22
-New Norma Brass
-210 Berger VLD Target
-Standard blue box Federal primers
Book says start load is 67.5 with a max load of 71.1. I'm at 66 gr and blew out 3 of the 26 rounds I shot today. ALL of them show signs of high pressure with a dent from the extractor.
I started getting this problem when I switch from Berger 210 BTLR to 210 VLDs. Naturally, I re-measured the ogive off the lands and reset the bullet seating die appropriately. What am I doing wrong?
thanks in advance
I'm using Berger's manual for 210 gr VLD target (page 767). I'm using:
-RE-22
-New Norma Brass
-210 Berger VLD Target
-Standard blue box Federal primers
Book says start load is 67.5 with a max load of 71.1. I'm at 66 gr and blew out 3 of the 26 rounds I shot today. ALL of them show signs of high pressure with a dent from the extractor.
I started getting this problem when I switch from Berger 210 BTLR to 210 VLDs. Naturally, I re-measured the ogive off the lands and reset the bullet seating die appropriately. What am I doing wrong?
thanks in advance