IMR vs H 4350

Uzima

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Any handloaders more familiar with the difference between the two, IMR and hodgdon 4350? Had good success with H but IMR results have been lackluster. Specs:

Winchester 70 24", 30-06, 168gr a-max. For the IMR using a node at 56.4gr at 2850 fps average. Will do a new seat depth assessment this weekend.

Out of hodgdon, if I can't tighten it up the IMR I also have IMR 4064 with a load that'll do but running short on that powder too.

Thanks.
 

Rich M

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Ive found win 760 to be the best in my 3006 and .243.

I load 150 gr in 3006 at 2900 fps and dont feel im pushing it.
 

2five7

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H4350 is super temp stable, I'd use that if you have it available.
 

Erict

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In my 30-06, H4350 groups better with 150 gr. TTSX, while IMR4350 groups better with 168 gr. Accubond. The differences are marginal, but measurable. For hunting loads inside 400 yards I would not hesitate to use either powder, but having scored 8 lb. of H4350 from Powder Valley earlier this year I know what I'll be using. Good luck.
 
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In my 30-06, H4350 groups better with 150 gr. TTSX, while IMR4350 groups better with 168 gr. Accubond. The differences are marginal, but measurable. For hunting loads inside 400 yards I would not hesitate to use either powder, but having scored 8 lb. of H4350 from Powder Valley earlier this year I know what I'll be using. Good luck.
What seating depth (from lands) are you using?
 
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Yes. I'm curious if you hit the same velocity will your groups mirror each powder. Might be a couple grains different between the two but if your rifle has a node at 2850fps might be worth testing.
 

grndslam

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Stick with H4350 if your 06 likes it and you have some of course. My Rem 700 3006 loves IMR4350. H4350 not nearly as much.
 
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