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AZAK · October 22, 2013, 07:16 PM

I am considering picking up a new .223 bolt, just for fun - already have one in 1-12 that shoots 1/4 MOA when I do, and I hand load for .223.

The question is do I want a 1-10 or a 1-8 twist? I normally shoot between 40 and 60 grain bullets, but am considering heavier.

What I don't want to have happen is to have my 40 grainers come apart right out of the barrel! Any experience in this realm? What say you? Thanks in advance!

October 22, 2013, 07:16 PM	#1
AZAK Senior Member Join Date: May 15, 2008 Location: the object towards which the action of the sea is directed Posts: 2,123	223 Rem twist rates vs light vs heavy bullets I am considering picking up a new .223 bolt, just for fun - already have one in 1-12 that shoots 1/4 MOA when I do, and I hand load for .223. The question is do I want a 1-10 or a 1-8 twist? I normally shoot between 40 and 60 grain bullets, but am considering heavier. What I don't want to have happen is to have my 40 grainers come apart right out of the barrel! Any experience in this realm? What say you? Thanks in advance! __________________ The lowest paid college major/degree in this country after graduation... Elementary Education. Now, go figure...