I want to try to do some long-range shooting (800yds).
For starters, I want to load some rounds for a .300HH. I want to use a hunting bullet, because if I can get good results on milk jugs, I may try it on a spring black bear. I have the following questions:
Am I better off with BC or Velocity...or compromise? I plan on using Nosler Accubonds, and I have kind of narrowed to the following weights/vel.:
150g 3200 fps/ BC .435
180g 3000 fps/ BC .507
200g 2800 fps/ BC .588
If I get into LR shooting, I'll probably buy a different gun. This one has sentimental value. I don't want really hot loads. Any idea where the extra velocity starts to take a toll on the barrel?
Thanks.
For starters, I want to load some rounds for a .300HH. I want to use a hunting bullet, because if I can get good results on milk jugs, I may try it on a spring black bear. I have the following questions:
Am I better off with BC or Velocity...or compromise? I plan on using Nosler Accubonds, and I have kind of narrowed to the following weights/vel.:
150g 3200 fps/ BC .435
180g 3000 fps/ BC .507
200g 2800 fps/ BC .588
If I get into LR shooting, I'll probably buy a different gun. This one has sentimental value. I don't want really hot loads. Any idea where the extra velocity starts to take a toll on the barrel?
Thanks.