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I’ll be testing those!

@huntsimple9527 and they pretty darn accurate. My 13 year old shot a bobcat at 180 yards last weekend with those

I think twist rate is tied more to the ability of the rifle to potentially stabilize certain bullet weights. Generally, the 1:10 will be better at stabilizing the heavier bullet making them potentially more accurate. But, it is so rifle specific. I do think a 1:10 twist is ideal for the 308 generally speaking. Twist rate is tied to accuracy in terms of bullet weights, but not necessarily the accuracy of the rifle over all. Hope that helped out! Thanks for watching!

@huntsimple9527 thank you for your reply and makes sense I look forward to more content.

Agreed. I have found that without a significant difference in muzzle velocity, things don't change much given similar bullet weights and diameters.

I made it to work on time! Had a great first day. At this point in my career, I am hopeful that I found my final career scenario!

@huntsimple9527 even if you retire from this new job some day, you will then become a full-time you tuber. Or a pastor. 😃

Thank you! I am optimistic my career change will be great for me and my family! I do feel blessed and free! I am always hesitant to share charges on loads......I am using "around" 45 grains of Varget with the 165s. Depending on the bullet I get from 2740 to 2760 with this charge of Varget. In the rifles I have tested it in, I have not had pressure issues but I can tell it is on the upper end of the range of what I would pursue.

​@@huntsimple9527thank you! I realise that 45gr of varget would take me close to the "danger zone". According to Quick Load, I would only attain a velocity just below 2600 fps using varget in my 22" barrel, using 165gr Sierra Game King bullets, at max. I can't remember the exact load, but will go and ckeck it tonight. Keep safe!

Thank you!

Thats how i feel, 160 in the 7 seems a bit heavy for the case, except in a long barrel maybe

Thank you! Agreed, the 308 gives more ammo and component availability and generally a bit cheaper too.

@ you are welcome 🙏 and yes indeed it is. I will find the right rifle for the cartridge in left hand eventually

Thank you! New job I think is going to be great! Agreed, the better BC of the 7mm diameter would be better in a cross wind.

It was a sweet mountain rifle! I sold it about 2 years ago! There is some regret because that rifle was 1/2" with a specific 150 grain load.

OMG...didn't think you'd sell that one! Especially cuz it was in 308. That is the exact rifle I'm looking for but haven't come across one over the last 4 years! Not sure how many kimber is still making. Atleast they haven't been available in the northeast

I’m sold with ttsx 130 in 308. Ramshot TAC.

Hopeful ballistics is getting over 3300 fps (and under 1/2 MOA) with his. It's honestly making me consider a 308 instead of the 7mm-08 or 280 ackley I had planned

The 130 ttsx with varget getting 3150fps .750 moa all day.

Yep. I get close to 3200 with a 125 Accubond in my 22” 308. In the early 90s I ran 125 Ballistic Tips in my 308 and they were not a great match for the velocity (in terms of on game performance) so I was excited when the Accubond came out. I’m getting big hole groups in my Tikka T3 with the 125.

@@huntsimple9527 nice. I put up a picture on my community tab with my wrap-up on my Tikka.

308 is hard to beat for ammo availability for sure!

I have never run copper in the 308. I don't feel the muzzle velocities it generates are a great fit for the solid copper bullets. Maybe in the 150 class, but I would not use them in the heavier bullets. I am going to run some copper in the Project Little 7 which should be fun. Hopefully this spring we can do some expansion testing too.

308 win underrated?

​ In today's market, yes.

I think you will like the video!

I love fixed power. I have lots of variables too, but the simplicity of fixed is great. As I said in this video, for newer shooters, the sight picture being the same every single time on a fixed scope can be very helpful. I ran a straight 6 this fall on my elk rifle and a 250 yard shot on an elk with 6X was a cake walk.

Thanks for sharing this! I will look at the CX for sure. Whatever weight I go with (165, 168, 180) I am for sure going to be looking at a bonded or solid copper bullet. Accubond, Barnes, etc. I am looking forward to learning about the PRC more!

As you know, I am old school, but I am also a realist. I agree. The design of these cartridges provides more opportunity for repeatability. It is just that simple. I am looking forward to learning more about the PRC!

Thanks for sharing that!

Thank you. I am hopeful for this rifle so far! Yes, I have already cleaned it. Normally I clean a new rifle after the first two or maybe three range sessions, then I will run it for maybe 50-75 rounds with out cleaning.

I agree with that strategy. Looking forward to seeing results.

Thank you!

I had never weight it, so I just did. 8 lbs and 15 oz. If I were going to hunt with it, I could shave off several ounces with a different scope and mount system if needed. The overall feel and balance is pretty nice as it is set up.

I love 300 Win Mag! I have had several over the years. Just wanted something different to play with and learn. I did look at a few 300 WMs and did a little research and at least right now, brass for the 300 Win is sort of in short supply and 300 PRC is prevalent - another factor in my selection.

Magnum primers, slower burn, big charge, takes more to light.

@@dhuber4951 I have several pounds of H1000 on hand. I will for sure look into this when we get back to Project 270. Thank you.

I am glad to know I am not the only one who has to buy a rifle because I have a scope sitting around! LOL!

I have multiple 3 vx hd 4.5 - 14 power scopes with the Boone and Crocket Reticle. Sight in at 200 yards, go out to 400 yards set power setting ring where the rifle throws the bullet to 400 yard bullseye, mark it and you are good to go out to 500 yards. No dialing, I have found on some of my CDS scopes my 1st shot after dialing is not 100 percent accurate, the tracking is not exact. Love my Boone and Crocket Reticles…..

@williamfeldner9356 Thanks for sharing that, I've not spent much time with it, and was thinking it might be better to put on a 30/7 cal magnum, than what i got it on. I dont intend on getting rid of it, or anything.

I have seen mixed results from Bergara based on some of my friends. So far, this one and the one my son has are showing great potential.

I am learning to like brakes! This gun does have me optimistic!

Not sure? I need to research that.

I agree. Here is how I am looking at it.....winter conditions, a sporter rifle that is totally stock out of the box, a 55 year old guy, an old school 9X scope.....0.8 is not too shabby.

I feel the same way. Under the winter conditions and considering all things, I am good with 0.80 and ready to move one as well. Honestly, if I picked between the 175 and 160, I would take the 175 anyway. This particular rifle quickly was sub 0.75 MOA with 175s.

@huntsimple9527 can't go wrong with either of them. The elk wouldn't know the difference

@@jasonacosta3860 Truth!

I think when this cartridge was introduced the way people hunted was so much different than today. Lever actions probably made sense to a greater degree. The way I grew up hunting in NW Montana for whitetails our average shot was easily under 100 yards. But I agree, today nobody cares about these medium range cartridges. Very little interest in them. I do think with the right loads the 338 Win Mag can be quite the cartridge and I ran it for a few years and loved it. Ran everything from 160s to 300s and it was super fun.

@huntsimple9527 My favorite cartridge is the 338 Win. Mag. Bought one new, at 16 years old. Wouldn't feel underguned anywhere except Africa. I haven't a need/want for 300+shooting. I managed to get a 338 Federal ,Savage 110 Hoghunter before discontinued. Rechambered a model 7600, 35 Rem to 358 Winny. I believe that to be the perfect woods combo.

Thank you for the info!

There is a good chance it is me. I have not felt great about my shots for the past 2 weeks or so. Just one of those things. In reality 0.80" for a sporter weight production rifle off kind of a crappy rest for a 55 year old guy in 25 degrees is pretty good! I have high standards, but sometimes I catch myself going "This is not too bad!"

That recommendation is by far the majority so far!

IMR 4350. The charge is much higher than any recent manual shows. I got the charge from Speer Manual #11. I am under max, getting 2710 from a 22 barrel, and almost zero pressure signs. I am thrilled with it, and thank you. I think it is pretty easy from some guys to kind of take for granted what is happening here. I am getting 0.8" groups out of a sporter weight rifle on kind of an old crappy rest, I'm 55 years old, using a 9X scope. Like you said, I am thrilled and for my hunting style, this is lights out all that is needed.

I’m coming along for the ride no matter what direction you go! However, I did like the idea of the light, fast load in the 308 with a tougher bullet. A 140gr AB out of the 7-08 might perform similar to the 125gr AB out of your 308.

@@pbisceglie1 I am anxious to try 120 grainers from this 7-08!

I hope to run some 150s for sure. I have a few.