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    Help me interpret these results Berger 215/300wm

    Charge to charge 75.8 and 76 has only 9fps difference - if I read that right. There is a flat spot there. Check out 75.9 to verify and if that holds true you have a velocity node where your charge can be .1gn either way and maintain speed. From there start on seating depth. Group size is...
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    Diagnose this.

    180's will shoot fine in an 11" twist. I have a few targets and animals that will confirm.
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    Diagnose this.

    Clean the piss out of it - I mean really clean it.
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    New cartridge selection

    I've shot 200, 185, 180, 165 and 155 in my 30-06. They'll all do the job out to 500yds. 140s in the 260 would do the job - or a 120 or a 130.
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    New cartridge selection

    In fact, the more I think about it, a reloading setup could breathe new life into your 30-06 and give you a chance to really hone your skills before you jump into the custom rifle world. Knowing nothing about you, that is my Dad advice.
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    New cartridge selection

    Since it was a 30-06 stay in your bolt face/cartridge head size if you want to make it easy. Since you have a long action, I would look at cartridges that would allow you to maximize that space for longer bullets and a fast twist barrel. In addition, I would look for something readily available...
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    Absolute Hammer 3150fps from .308 win. I think?

    Regardless of actual velocity, you are still showing pressure from time to time. I would back the load off to avoid any variables you might encounter that would peak your pressure. It'll be a lot easier on your components and rifle too.
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    Looking for advice on rifle inaccuracy

    Sounds like you have a plan - don't over 'engineer' it. Since you are on a timeline, be safe and set your expectations within reality. Feel free to PM me if you have questions. Best of luck!
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    Looking for advice on rifle inaccuracy

    Do you know what you are doing?
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    Looking for advice on rifle inaccuracy

    Are you lined out on the loading process?
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    Thoughts on Nightforce NX8 2.5-20x50

    I just like stuff that works - reviewing my history you'd probably think I was SWFA fanboy. Working as advertised trumps all. They are very few out there that deliver.
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    Thoughts on Nightforce NX8 2.5-20x50

    I have the ATACR 4-20 F1 on a SA Remington - it has no peer. anything NightForce > anything Leupold
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    Looking for advice on rifle inaccuracy

    My guess would be scope if ammo that was good suddenly starts shotgunning. You are in a pickle with 7 rounds - need to find more. I have 'zeroed' a good scope with two rounds, but that was a solid tracking product.
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    Your favorite BTSP hunting bullet?

    This has been a top combo for me - the 180 Gamekings just seem to work.
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    Considering switching from 270 win to 6.5 PRC or 6.5 CM

    I'd do 243 - can always find or make brass (308).
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    Considering switching from 270 win to 6.5 PRC or 6.5 CM

    Out of what you offered - I'd do the 6.5 CM (man that hurt to say). I would just re-barrel the Tikka also. Now, if it were mine... New 243 barrel on the Tikka, varmint contour, fast twist, heavy bullets. It would be a nice mate to that 'long action' you have and components are available.
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    What kind of accuracy do you shoot for with hunting ammo?

    I suppose I'll answer the question also. I think a 1MOA rifle at 100 is acceptable - and really that is what most rifles hover around (and over) when you start shooting 6 and 10 shot groups. As a hand loader, I'd like to think I can get every rifle at least to that benchmark without monumental...
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    Annealer

    I'm not hating the AMP - I'd love to have one! But, we all have our limitations... I think it's more about time in the reloading room than added precision. I can't imagine that much difference in my shooting - only if I was chasing that last little bit maybe.
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    Annealer

    I'm using a Benchsource and I think it works just fine. Before that, I used an electric drill and a torch. All the rage now is the AMP. I just couldn't spend the $$.
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    Best long range hunting rifle and scope for $1500?

    A lot can be done with Tikka and SWFA.

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