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mete · January 11, 2014, 10:09 PM

Kawasaki, my rifle is a custom M98 Mauser. 24" barrel. My load was 140 Hornady with 4350 producing 2750 without any pressure signs.work up the load that works for your rifle .BTW Finn Aagard called the 6.5x55 the perfect deer rifle , I agree !!

January 11, 2014, 10:09 PM	#47
mete Senior Member Join Date: June 14, 2004 Location: NY State Posts: 6,575	Kawasaki, my rifle is a custom M98 Mauser. 24" barrel. My load was 140 Hornady with 4350 producing 2750 without any pressure signs.work up the load that works for your rifle .BTW Finn Aagard called the 6.5x55 the perfect deer rifle , I agree !! __________________ And Watson , bring your revolver !