So I hunted with a Howa mini this year in 6mm ARC, and I enjoyed the hell out of it. Now it's got me wanting to make some changes to lighten it up, and shorten the barrel. I am considering running a 16" barrel. I want to try the 95 TMK, and I will keep the 105 Mid South Tipped as a backup option.
I have always leaned towards Temp stable powders for that extra security against velocity swings. I have been using Varget in my 20" ARC. With the velocity loss of going to a 16" barrel, Varget will still get me to my desired range with the 95 TMK. However, I have been wondering about trying some of the not as temp stable powders like TAC, LVR, etc. for the extra velocity if I run into availability issues with the 95 TMK and need to switch back to the 105 grain bullet.
If this is going to be primarily just a hunting rifle for October. (This years temps were a little warm, but still lower 60's). Do I really need a temp stable powder?
I will practice with it throughout the year, but most of my practice is early spring, early fall, and some morning and evening summers. During the summer months the temps will definately be closer to the high 80's, but I don't plan on running a temp sensative powder at the ragged edge.
What are your guys thoughts?
I have always leaned towards Temp stable powders for that extra security against velocity swings. I have been using Varget in my 20" ARC. With the velocity loss of going to a 16" barrel, Varget will still get me to my desired range with the 95 TMK. However, I have been wondering about trying some of the not as temp stable powders like TAC, LVR, etc. for the extra velocity if I run into availability issues with the 95 TMK and need to switch back to the 105 grain bullet.
If this is going to be primarily just a hunting rifle for October. (This years temps were a little warm, but still lower 60's). Do I really need a temp stable powder?
I will practice with it throughout the year, but most of my practice is early spring, early fall, and some morning and evening summers. During the summer months the temps will definately be closer to the high 80's, but I don't plan on running a temp sensative powder at the ragged edge.
What are your guys thoughts?
