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TXGunNut · September 21, 2011, 10:23 PM

I've had a few rifles (w/ free-floated barrels) string a bit when I went too hot for the bullet/case/powder/rifle combo. Last few load development projects have involved loading progressively hotter until vertical strings start, then back off to an optimal load for that combo.
I don't like forend pressure but if your rifle does I'd stay with it. Have read a bit about varying forend pressure but so far haven't had to try it.

September 21, 2011, 10:23 PM	#6
TXGunNut Senior Member Join Date: January 16, 2010 Location: If you have to ask... Posts: 2,860	I've had a few rifles (w/ free-floated barrels) string a bit when I went too hot for the bullet/case/powder/rifle combo. Last few load development projects have involved loading progressively hotter until vertical strings start, then back off to an optimal load for that combo. I don't like forend pressure but if your rifle does I'd stay with it. Have read a bit about varying forend pressure but so far haven't had to try it. __________________ Life Member NRA, TSRA Smokeless powder is a passing fad! -Steve Garbe I hate rude behavior in a man. I won't tolerate it. -Woodrow F. Call Lonesome Dove My favorite recipes start out with a handful of used wheelweights.