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Prof Young · August 1, 2012, 11:22 PM

Riflemen:
I had a Rem 7 chambered in 223 that had a one in twelve twist. I was still a newbie when I loaded some 68grain bullets and they tumbled. Couldn't figure out what was wrong for a while. Thought I'd increase my accuracy with a heavier bullet but made it worse instead.

Well, I sold the Rem 7 and bought a Savage with a one in nine twist. It's a tack driver with everything I 've fed it. 50 grain bullets on up to 68.

Live well, be safe
Prof Young

August 1, 2012, 11:22 PM	#7
Prof Young Senior Member Join Date: August 21, 2007 Location: Illinois - down state Posts: 2,404	Rem seven to Savage Riflemen: I had a Rem 7 chambered in 223 that had a one in twelve twist. I was still a newbie when I loaded some 68grain bullets and they tumbled. Couldn't figure out what was wrong for a while. Thought I'd increase my accuracy with a heavier bullet but made it worse instead. Well, I sold the Rem 7 and bought a Savage with a one in nine twist. It's a tack driver with everything I 've fed it. 50 grain bullets on up to 68. Live well, be safe Prof Young