its been my experiance that after u dial in ur rifle when u clean it groups wont be the same close but different. i dial mine in clean it then reshoot and leave it till deer seasons over then recheck before nxt season. remington does great video on this. and even says after dialing in clean it reshoot and leave it. always wrks for me
Thanks for the comment. I'm sure that would work. This is just a break in process. When it's time to dial in a load, testing would be a bit different. If you're hunting, you def need to have confidence where your impact will be! Thanks
I’ve had about 85 or so rifles in the last 50yrs of shooting and hunting. I have never noticed a difference in accuracy by following a recommended break in routine or just shooting and cleaning after several shots. But I have never overheated a barrel. I always bring 2-3 guns and ensure there is a substantial (15mins or so) of cooling between 3 shots.
Thanks for the comment and watching! I tend to think that if we respect the equipment it will treat us well. Mine has been shooting great, just like yours. Proper care and maintenance is def key as you know! Thanks
Once most barrels get above 135 degrees on the exterior, the barrel begins to open up. That’s why after 3 or 4 shots, you start getting flyers. Also, when breaking in a new precision barrel, only use quality factory fresh ammunition. You would be surprised at the number of inexperienced shooters who try to save money using reloads or NATO surplus from the 1970s. Even if the ammo was canned, oxidation will break down components in the primer and powder, which can lead to major problems.
Like you I'm not sure the break-in is completely needed but I did it as Bergara suggested and have no regrets. Mine is also 308 and it will shoot one hole 5 shot groups with 155 grain Sierra Palma Match hand loads. Also, you should use a bore guide.
Thanks for watching and for the comment! I use a Teflon coated rod. No real need for a bore guide in my opinion. If the break in is debatable, using a bore guide is too. With a Teflon rod and soft bristle brush, all is good!
@@timothym2241 Lapua brass, Federal Match Primer, IMR 4895 powder, sizing to fit, and powder charging is tweaked for your rifle. Was thinking about getting a tuner at some point. Thanks.
Been a great shooter so far. From a factory stock grade rifle shooting 1/4" at 200 yards, can't really complain. A bit heavy for dragging around the trails hunting...
I’m going to shoot my bergara tomorrow in 22-250. Sight it in with nosler 55gr strike tip then start my handload ladder test . 2 types of pills, 53 gr vmax and 55gr blitz kings. Lapua brass. 5 of each at 34, 35,and 36 grain of varget. Whatever shoots best I’m going with. Then I make some more then zero the flir and then start stacking pasture poodles. I’m out of time for major load development given this late in the year. It’s time to hunt!
Sounds reasonable! I have an older rem700 in 22-250. It loves Hornady vmax 50 grain. Great round! Very flat, no recoil, great repeatability! Enjoy and good luck out there!
No real need. I'm using a Teflon coated rod and a plastic tip. Right now with this first set of rounds and this grouping I would say its shooting fine for what it is! Thanks for the info. Enjoy!
its been my experiance that after u dial in ur rifle when u clean it groups wont be the same close but different. i dial mine in clean it then reshoot and leave it till deer seasons over then recheck before nxt season. remington does great video on this. and even says after dialing in clean it reshoot and leave it. always wrks for me
Thanks for the comment. I'm sure that would work. This is just a break in process. When it's time to dial in a load, testing would be a bit different. If you're hunting, you def need to have confidence where your impact will be! Thanks
I’ve had about 85 or so rifles in the last 50yrs of shooting and hunting. I have never noticed a difference in accuracy by following a recommended break in routine or just shooting and cleaning after several shots. But I have never overheated a barrel. I always bring 2-3 guns and ensure there is a substantial (15mins or so) of cooling between 3 shots.
Thanks for the comment and watching! I tend to think that if we respect the equipment it will treat us well. Mine has been shooting great, just like yours. Proper care and maintenance is def key as you know! Thanks
Once most barrels get above 135 degrees on the exterior, the barrel begins to open up. That’s why after 3 or 4 shots, you start getting flyers. Also, when breaking in a new precision barrel, only use quality factory fresh ammunition. You would be surprised at the number of inexperienced shooters who try to save money using reloads or NATO surplus from the 1970s. Even if the ammo was canned, oxidation will break down components in the primer and powder, which can lead to major problems.
Like you I'm not sure the break-in is completely needed but I did it as Bergara suggested and have no regrets. Mine is also 308 and it will shoot one hole 5 shot groups with 155 grain Sierra Palma Match hand loads. Also, you should use a bore guide.
Thanks for watching and for the comment! I use a Teflon coated rod. No real need for a bore guide in my opinion. If the break in is debatable, using a bore guide is too. With a Teflon rod and soft bristle brush, all is good!
What is your load with those 155 smk bullets?
Lapua brass, CCI large rifle primers, Vihtavuori N135, OAL 2.82@@timothym2241
@@timothym2241 Lapua brass, Federal Match Primer, IMR 4895 powder, sizing to fit, and powder charging is tweaked for your rifle. Was thinking about getting a tuner at some point. Thanks.
Thank you for the video , I would suggest using a bore guide when cleaning . Have a great day .
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How has the rifle treated you so far?
Been a great shooter so far. From a factory stock grade rifle shooting 1/4" at 200 yards, can't really complain. A bit heavy for dragging around the trails hunting...
I’m going to shoot my bergara tomorrow in 22-250. Sight it in with nosler 55gr strike tip then start my handload ladder test . 2 types of pills, 53 gr vmax and 55gr blitz kings. Lapua brass. 5 of each at 34, 35,and 36 grain of varget. Whatever shoots best I’m going with. Then I make some more then zero the flir and then start stacking pasture poodles. I’m out of time for major load development given this late in the year. It’s time to hunt!
Sounds reasonable! I have an older rem700 in 22-250. It loves Hornady vmax 50 grain. Great round! Very flat, no recoil, great repeatability! Enjoy and good luck out there!
Your patches were way too loose
Use a bore guide
No real need. I'm using a Teflon coated rod and a plastic tip. Right now with this first set of rounds and this grouping I would say its shooting fine for what it is! Thanks for the info. Enjoy!