4T range report

[smle addict]

Hello boltaction,

I also have a Metford Mk I*, and I shoot a cast bullet made by Bitterroot. It's a 205 grain .314 bullet. I use Win760 over magnum primers in a reduced load that pushes around 1200fps. It's not a great long range load, but it'll hit the targets at 100 yards. I get a kick just out of being able to shoot the old rifle. I also have a small stock of IMR sr4579, which is great for reduced loads, but has been discontinued. When I finally run out, I'll try trailboss for the light loadings.

I have two Metfords MK IIs with great bores, and for those I use 215 grain Woodleighs with IMR4064 or 3031. The Woodleighs are SPENDY$$$, so I am only able to shoot a few here and there. One of my Metfords likes to throw spitzers and boat tails sideways, but happily eats up the Woodleighs. An expensive range trip, but fun nonetheless.

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[bigduke6]

When I finally run out, I'll try trailboss for the light loadings.

I use unique for downloads/ gallery loads for .308, .303 .30-06 etc, never had any issues with any and have shot plenty, the best load for .308/7.62m is 14grns of Unique behind a.30 RN 110grn bullet.
I loaded up various calibre's with different measures etc some time back to be tested for pressures when next at the proof house, last time I went I forgot them so been sitting there a while.... another thing to add to my job list.

[dinosaur1]

I use unique for downloads/ gallery loads for .308, .303 .30-06 etc, never had any issues with any and have shot plenty, the best load for .308/7.62m is 14grns of Unique behind a.30 RN 110grn bullet.
I loaded up various calibre's with different measures etc some time back to be tested for pressures when next at the proof house, last time I went I forgot them so been sitting there a while.... another thing to add to my job list.

I too use Unique for downloading with excellent results. My nearest (and most frequently visited) range is only 50m and has certain limitations in place. I use 10 grains of Unique and a 174 grain .303 bullet and it works a treat.

[bigduke6]

I too use Unique for downloading with excellent results. My nearest (and most frequently visited) range is only 50m and has certain limitations in place. I use 10 grains of Unique and a 174 grain .303 bullet and it works a treat.

Do you use any packing in the case or just the 10grns ? Only ask as I use just unique no packing or wadding etc.