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  1. DagOtto

    New Rifle Build- Bullet and Caliber- Mono metal- Thoughts?

    Thanks for reply. I think the 6.5 PRC requires a magnum sized bolt face which my action doesn’t have. Did I get that wrong? If so I think 6.5 and 6mm PRC are on the short list for sure ! Barrel life is a thing with those and I do shoot a fair number of rounds… but always like an excuse to...
  2. DagOtto

    New Rifle Build- Bullet and Caliber- Mono metal- Thoughts?

    Thanks for the info and I will definitely try the Cayuga. They are new to me. I was thinking that the 6mm SAUM and PRC require magnum diameter bolt heads. Was I wrong on that? Could I use my tikka 30-06 action?
  3. DagOtto

    New Rifle Build- Bullet and Caliber- Mono metal- Thoughts?

    Forgot to ask: Given the goal of getting the largest possible wound cavity while using copper- has anyone seen any “real” ballistic testing done in FBI protocol gel for any of these bullets? And why is it so damn hard to find this data anywhere for most bullets? Seems like someone should be...
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    New Rifle Build- Bullet and Caliber- Mono metal- Thoughts?

    I have a whole new perspective regarding hunting rifles, cartridges and ethical killing of game animals thanks to the guys at Exo Mountain Gear doing their multi-part podcast with Formidilosus. I've re-played those 3 times and actually took notes! I have since listened to every audio podcast I...
  5. DagOtto

    Copper Ammo Recomendations

    Hi, I’ve shot all of the mono metal bullets listed through various rifles and various animals. My sample sizes however are not huge. CX, TC, TTSX, and E-tip are all similar solid copper or copper alloy mono metal bullets. As a matter of fact- Nosler makes Trophy Coppers for Federal so it...
  6. DagOtto

    Best rear bag for backpack hunts

    I've used this same bag in multiple backcountry hunts and feel it is worth the extra "stuff" versus using puffy jackets etc.
  7. DagOtto

    DRT Terminal Shock Load Data

    Thanks for the info. From the looks of DRTs website and their seeming lack of presence in the industry I am wondering if they are heading out of business or what? 1/2 their listings on the website are for “blemished” bullets and cartridges. Too bad as it seems they have a good product.
  8. DagOtto

    DRT Terminal Shock Load Data

    Hi, I’ve been testing ammo for a new 6.5 Creedmore and have been impressed by the 135 gr DRTs. I don’t factory load so this is DRT factory loaded ammo. Gotta say I’m not real happy with that. One of the first 20 shells had no powder in it! It’s come down to this or Lehigh Defense Controlled...
  9. DagOtto

    Mean Radius for Bullet Testing ?

    Thanks for that insight. This seems like a great way to at least see if data is tracking as it should. Of course as previous commentator noted, there is no way to know if an anomaly is shooter or bullet. But this at least might yield an indication that further testing is worthwhile. And while...
  10. DagOtto

    Mean Radius for Bullet Testing ?

    Okay, thanks, I appreciate the thoughtful and direct responses. I’ll utilize the raw data without any tweaking and without using lead sled etc. My plan is to shoot 2-10 shot groups of each eligible ammo. Then overlay the targets to create one combined 20 shot group. Then I’ll pick the lowest...
  11. DagOtto

    Mean Radius for Bullet Testing ?

    Typo sorry: should have said- I AM talking about selecting the most accurate bullet here, not developing realistic cones of fire for shooting.
  12. DagOtto

    Mean Radius for Bullet Testing ?

    Thanks for the reply. Logical answers for sure. But it still leaves shooter error mixed into the process of attempting to determine the most accurate bullet shot from one’s system. I’m not talking about selecting the most accurate bullet here, not developing realistic cones of fire for...
  13. DagOtto

    Mean Radius for Bullet Testing ?

    A follow-up thought: Would a more accurate way to determine most accurate bullet be to remove the two worst impacts in each group of 10 and then recalculate the mean radius from this “high-graded” group? Again, the goal would be to see a more true analysis of the performance of the bullet by...
  14. DagOtto

    Mean Radius for Bullet Testing ?

    Hi, I’m curious as to people’s input on using mean radius vs. max spread for bullet selection. I have a new rifle in 6.5 CM, I’ve been shooting 10 shot groups of various factory loaded bullets to try to determine which bullet to go with. I don’t reload. I’m 7 groups in so far. My 10 shot...
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