I'm getting into reloading and, in addition to researching for calibers I already own, am looking through for potentials to what would make an accurate and versatile "pet load." Allow me to explain.
Though a novice to the hobby, I have always loved ballistics as a science and now that I have the resources, want to find 2-3 loads that will allow me to experiment in accuracy, range and velocity. Hoping to find one for each of the following criteria.
1. A .30's caliber that preferably takes a .308 projectile and is best suited for a bolt-action rifle and can make a larger than average variety of loads while sacrificing as little accuracy as reasonably possible. Hoping to find a caliber that can be loaded for small and large game alike.
2. A small bore rifle cartridge that can use cast projectiles and lose little in terms of range and accuracy. Again, best suited for bolt-action.
3. A pistol caliber that can use cast projectiles, produce a variety of effective loads, and be relatively common.
I ask because, I want to be able to look out for deals and avoid investing in a caliber that won't keep me interested for a long time.
If your caliber happens to have a rifle/pistol that is a perfect match for it, please include it in your post. Thank you very much for your time.
Though a novice to the hobby, I have always loved ballistics as a science and now that I have the resources, want to find 2-3 loads that will allow me to experiment in accuracy, range and velocity. Hoping to find one for each of the following criteria.
1. A .30's caliber that preferably takes a .308 projectile and is best suited for a bolt-action rifle and can make a larger than average variety of loads while sacrificing as little accuracy as reasonably possible. Hoping to find a caliber that can be loaded for small and large game alike.
2. A small bore rifle cartridge that can use cast projectiles and lose little in terms of range and accuracy. Again, best suited for bolt-action.
3. A pistol caliber that can use cast projectiles, produce a variety of effective loads, and be relatively common.
I ask because, I want to be able to look out for deals and avoid investing in a caliber that won't keep me interested for a long time.
If your caliber happens to have a rifle/pistol that is a perfect match for it, please include it in your post. Thank you very much for your time.