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dieseldirt · September 2, 2012, 04:33 PM

Just put a new 3-9x40 scope on my older bolt-action .30-06...

I used to run a 4x scope and 180gr PSP Remington Core-Lokt, and I have not shot a deer at more than 100 yards.

I am thinking about going down to a 165gr for longer range accuracy.
Would like to build skills in the 100-300yd range, while still retaining accuracy at less than 100 yds.

So where's the happy medium? I sure don't think it's 180gr!

Am I on the right track here?
Thanks!

September 2, 2012, 04:33 PM	#1
dieseldirt Member Join Date: March 19, 2010 Posts: 43	.30-06 -- 180gr down to 165gr? Just put a new 3-9x40 scope on my older bolt-action .30-06... I used to run a 4x scope and 180gr PSP Remington Core-Lokt, and I have not shot a deer at more than 100 yards. I am thinking about going down to a 165gr for longer range accuracy. Would like to build skills in the 100-300yd range, while still retaining accuracy at less than 100 yds. So where's the happy medium? I sure don't think it's 180gr! Am I on the right track here? Thanks!