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snuffy · December 29, 2005, 12:38 PM

You are from 5 to 9 grains under max,(depending on which manual you look at). Given that fact, your powder position is one reason for higher SD #'s and larger group size. Most rifles like a higher percentage of capacity powder charge,(above 95%). It can't be out of position in relation to the primer flame. At 60.0 grains, you are close to 10% under max. You should NOT go UNDER that!

You should be able to get to, or real close to, 3000 fps with the 300 WSM. I can easily get there with numerous loads in my 23 inch Browning a-bolt.

December 29, 2005, 12:38 PM	#3
snuffy Senior Member Join Date: May 20, 2001 Location: Oshkosh wi. Posts: 3,055	underloaded You are from 5 to 9 grains under max,(depending on which manual you look at). Given that fact, your powder position is one reason for higher SD #'s and larger group size. Most rifles like a higher percentage of capacity powder charge,(above 95%). It can't be out of position in relation to the primer flame. At 60.0 grains, you are close to 10% under max. You should NOT go UNDER that! You should be able to get to, or real close to, 3000 fps with the 300 WSM. I can easily get there with numerous loads in my 23 inch Browning a-bolt. __________________ The more people I meet, the more I love my dog They're going to get their butts kicked over there this election. How come people can't spell and use words correctly?