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jonnyc · September 19, 2011, 03:58 PM

"7.62x51 and .308 WIN have different SAAMI pressure limits, do they not?"

No, not really. They are measured on two different scales, but are the same round, but that's a whole 'nother kettle of fish. However, I would not shoot "either" through a small-ring Mauser. Load light for it.

September 19, 2011, 03:58 PM	#5
jonnyc Senior Member Join Date: July 20, 2009 Location: PA Posts: 1,731	"7.62x51 and .308 WIN have different SAAMI pressure limits, do they not?" No, not really. They are measured on two different scales, but are the same round, but that's a whole 'nother kettle of fish. However, I would not shoot "either" through a small-ring Mauser. Load light for it.