Sierra 6th reloading manual

Tex S · November 30, 2022, 01:31 PM

Cant find this thing anywhere. What gives?

Does anybody know of a good app or software program that has alot of different data?

lugerstew · November 30, 2022, 01:41 PM

I have Reloading Assistant app on my phone, and it has quite a lot of data.

Marco Califo · November 30, 2022, 02:05 PM

https://www.sierrabullets.com/produc...oading-manual/
I have a software version (#5 I think), which used to include the exterior ballistics software suite. I heard they have dropped software & electronic entirely.
Frankly, I think Sierra bullets are very good, but over-priced. But then I am not a competitive shooter.
Depending on what caliber you are shooting, many Sierra 5th edition Cartridge articles can be found here. https://www.accurateshooter.com/cartridge-guides/ Select your cartridge on the left, then scroll down looking for any Sierra logos. For example, they have 308, 223, 243, and 7mm-08.

Tex S · November 30, 2022, 02:26 PM

Thanks, guys.

I have snippets of Sierra data, and for most calibers that I have seen alot of their listed data is much less conservative when compared to other sources.

Not trying to load anything too hot, but it is frustrating to search out data only to find out it makes anemic ammo.

Marco Califo · November 30, 2022, 03:18 PM

Speer data, I have found, is often more aggressive in ma y calibers, often highest published (handgun BR86 Data). Hodgson, specifically Staball 6.5 also present some fast loadings in medium rifles.
https://www.speer.com/home

jpx2rk · November 30, 2022, 04:26 PM

I have the Sierra app on my iphone, and still functions. I looked in the app store for the Sierra reloading app, and it did not come up. RCBS has an app in the app store if that helps. I can look up data if you provide the info needed (bullet, caliber, powder, etc.) and see what it says.

reynolds357 · November 30, 2022, 09:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marco Califo

https://www.sierrabullets.com/produc...oading-manual/
I have a software version (#5 I think), which used to include the exterior ballistics software suite. I heard they have dropped software & electronic entirely.
Frankly, I think Sierra bullets are very good, but over-priced. But then I am not a competitive shooter.
Depending on what caliber you are shooting, many Sierra 5th edition Cartridge articles can be found here. https://www.accurateshooter.com/cartridge-guides/ Select your cartridge on the left, then scroll down looking for any Sierra logos. For example, they have 308, 223, 243, and 7mm-08.

Everyone says Sierra dropped the App. My android app still works. Subscription just renewed last month.

Marco Califo · November 30, 2022, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Everyone says Sierra dropped the App. My android app still works.

Mine is a CD, with the manual (5th), and the Infinity Exterior Ballistics software that runs on a PC/Laptop. They run together as one program. You cannot buy that anymore, and I believe they no longer support the software.

Tex S · November 30, 2022, 10:04 PM

Somebody should create an app that pulls data from all the different manufacturers websites. Think of what Kayak does for travel, only for reloading.

Marco Califo · November 30, 2022, 10:58 PM

I do exactly that, for all of my cartridges and powders that I have, want, or wanted before now do not want after comparing performances. I also note the source of data, and confirm before loading.

lugerstew · December 1, 2022, 09:09 AM

https://stevespages.com/page8c.htm

He has a ton of data and a lot of scary max loads, but he gives you fair warning.

**Unclenick** · December 2, 2022, 04:41 PM

Tex_S,

If you email Sierra about data for a specific chambering, they will send you the data free of charge. At least, they always have in the past.

std7mag · December 3, 2022, 08:10 PM

You can also call them.
They actually answer their phone, unlike some companies.

Another thought might be to post up cartridge, bullet & powder your looking to use and someone like myself could possably give you advertized data.

Just say'n....

Tex S · December 4, 2022, 12:40 AM

22 Hornet. Rifle is a Kimber Super America made in the early 80’s. An “A” action.

I have Lil’ Gun and H110. Hornady 1x fired cases. I am thinking of using Federal small pistol primers.

Have 2 Hornady bullets. 2230 and 22252. One is a 45gr spire point flat base and the other the 35gr V-Max, respectively.

I also have Speer 1023… a 45gr spire FB.

Last is a Barnes 30gr Varmint Grenade.

Hoping to get some bug hole groups. Never loaded this little cartridge before. I’ve heard 13 grains of Lil’ Gun is about right for 35 grain bullets.

November 30, 2022, 01:31 PM	#1
Tex S Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 2008 Location: Fort Worth, TEXAS Posts: 909	Sierra 6th reloading manual Cant find this thing anywhere. What gives? Does anybody know of a good app or software program that has alot of different data?

November 30, 2022, 02:05 PM	#3
Marco Califo Senior Member Join Date: April 4, 2011 Location: LA (Greater Los Angeles Area) Posts: 2,614	Out of Stock at Sierra https://www.sierrabullets.com/produc...oading-manual/ I have a software version (#5 I think), which used to include the exterior ballistics software suite. I heard they have dropped software & electronic entirely. Frankly, I think Sierra bullets are very good, but over-priced. But then I am not a competitive shooter. Depending on what caliber you are shooting, many Sierra 5th edition Cartridge articles can be found here. https://www.accurateshooter.com/cartridge-guides/ Select your cartridge on the left, then scroll down looking for any Sierra logos. For example, they have 308, 223, 243, and 7mm-08. __________________ ............ Last edited by Marco Califo; November 30, 2022 at 03:23 PM. Reason: Add link

November 30, 2022, 10:58 PM	#10
Marco Califo Senior Member Join Date: April 4, 2011 Location: LA (Greater Los Angeles Area) Posts: 2,614	I do exactly that, for all of my cartridges and powders that I have, want, or wanted before now do not want after comparing performances. I also note the source of data, and confirm before loading. __________________ ............

December 2, 2022, 04:41 PM	#12
Unclenick Staff Join Date: March 4, 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 21,121	Tex_S, If you email Sierra about data for a specific chambering, they will send you the data free of charge. At least, they always have in the past. __________________ Gunsite Orange Hat Family Member CMP Certified GSM Master Instructor NRA Certified Rifle Instructor NRA Benefactor Member and Golden Eagle

December 3, 2022, 08:10 PM	#13
std7mag Senior Member Join Date: June 23, 2013 Location: Central Taxylvania.. Posts: 3,609	You can also call them. They actually answer their phone, unlike some companies. Another thought might be to post up cartridge, bullet & powder your looking to use and someone like myself could possably give you advertized data. Just say'n.... __________________ When our own government declares itself as "tyrannical", where does that leave us??!! "Januarary 6th insurrection". Funny, I didn't see a single piece of rope...

November 30, 2022, 01:41 PM	#2
lugerstew Senior Member Join Date: September 22, 2019 Location: Colorado Posts: 262	I have Reloading Assistant app on my phone, and it has quite a lot of data.

November 30, 2022, 02:26 PM	#4
Tex S Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 2008 Location: Fort Worth, TEXAS Posts: 909	Thanks, guys. I have snippets of Sierra data, and for most calibers that I have seen alot of their listed data is much less conservative when compared to other sources. Not trying to load anything too hot, but it is frustrating to search out data only to find out it makes anemic ammo.

November 30, 2022, 03:18 PM	#5
Marco Califo Senior Member Join Date: April 4, 2011 Location: LA (Greater Los Angeles Area) Posts: 2,614	Speer data, I have found, is often more aggressive in ma y calibers, often highest published (handgun BR86 Data). Hodgson, specifically Staball 6.5 also present some fast loadings in medium rifles. https://www.speer.com/home __________________ ............

November 30, 2022, 04:26 PM	#6
jpx2rk Senior Member Join Date: December 29, 2015 Posts: 387	I have the Sierra app on my iphone, and still functions. I looked in the app store for the Sierra reloading app, and it did not come up. RCBS has an app in the app store if that helps. I can look up data if you provide the info needed (bullet, caliber, powder, etc.) and see what it says.

November 30, 2022, 10:04 PM	#9
Tex S Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 2008 Location: Fort Worth, TEXAS Posts: 909	Somebody should create an app that pulls data from all the different manufacturers websites. Think of what Kayak does for travel, only for reloading.

December 1, 2022, 09:09 AM	#11
lugerstew Senior Member Join Date: September 22, 2019 Location: Colorado Posts: 262	https://stevespages.com/page8c.htm He has a ton of data and a lot of scary max loads, but he gives you fair warning.

December 4, 2022, 12:40 AM	#14
Tex S Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 2008 Location: Fort Worth, TEXAS Posts: 909	22 Hornet. Rifle is a Kimber Super America made in the early 80’s. An “A” action. I have Lil’ Gun and H110. Hornady 1x fired cases. I am thinking of using Federal small pistol primers. Have 2 Hornady bullets. 2230 and 22252. One is a 45gr spire point flat base and the other the 35gr V-Max, respectively. I also have Speer 1023… a 45gr spire FB. Last is a Barnes 30gr Varmint Grenade. Hoping to get some bug hole groups. Never loaded this little cartridge before. I’ve heard 13 grains of Lil’ Gun is about right for 35 grain bullets.