Throating Options For Tikka 223 Using Longer Heavy Bullets

[Muley Buck]

I am looking to understand more about the various throating options available for the 223 rem. More specifically I have a Tikka CTR 223 that I am using the 75 ELD-M with Lapua brass, 24 Gr. 8208XBR and CCI 450. As of now I have got the bullets to shoot great and achieve good speed as well but are touching the lands in order to do so. I haven't had any of the tell tale signs of pressure either. I ran all the way up to 24.8 Gr and still no pressure as well. I have read that 8208 can exhibit pressure very quickly and I am not really looking to find out in a bad way. So I am questioning whether I could/should utilize a throating option to maintain accuracy and velocity and ensure pressure won't come and bite me in the ass. I also may very well may be completely overthinking this. I am very curious about the +P and the Wylde, not so much AI but then again any and all info is appreciated.

 

[gbflyer]

Looks like you've got a good recipe that you're happy with. The last thing I would do is throat it longer. It will get there the more you shoot it.