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Mobuck · September 5, 2011, 05:48 AM

Keep in mind that most published 8x57 max loads are at or below the starting loads for most domestic rounds due to the variable nature of the strength of numerous vintage military rifles. RL15 is a fairly slow powder relative to the 8x57 and the result you got is typical. A faster burn rate powder like 4895 might be more practical with the 150 grain bullet. I have not had good results with 150's but do like the Nosler 180 BT and the Rem 185 although I don't think the Rem 185 would make a good deer bullet from the 8x57 since it's original use was the 8mmRem mag.

September 5, 2011, 05:48 AM	#4
Mobuck Junior member Join Date: February 2, 2010 Posts: 6,846	Keep in mind that most published 8x57 max loads are at or below the starting loads for most domestic rounds due to the variable nature of the strength of numerous vintage military rifles. RL15 is a fairly slow powder relative to the 8x57 and the result you got is typical. A faster burn rate powder like 4895 might be more practical with the 150 grain bullet. I have not had good results with 150's but do like the Nosler 180 BT and the Rem 185 although I don't think the Rem 185 would make a good deer bullet from the 8x57 since it's original use was the 8mmRem mag.