Hey Guys,
I have searched the site and found a lot of discussions about reloading, but not the specific information I am looking for.
I built what I hope to be an accurate bench rifle from a 7.92X57mm1949 Spanish '98 Mauser.
I have been having a dog of a time setting up the scope. It was shooting about 10" high at 25 yds. I worked the base so that at full down adjustment I could hit bullseye at 25 yds.
I don't live close to a range with greater distances, so I figured I would set it up at 25 yds before going out to the long range.
Anyway, I got it set at 25 yds and then opened a new box of ammo, and it’s now shooting six inches low! I used a few of the old box and they were back on target.
Long story short, I am done buying commercial ammo. I need consistant ammo to dial in the scope.
I am looking for a starting point and the limits for loads.
Hodgdon has a chart for Varget, .323 cal 200 grain SP rounds. I would assume it would be a good starting point.
I have some Hornady Match 196gr BTHP (boat tail)
I have a container of Varget, and CCI #200 Long Rifle Primers.
I have a few different types of brass. I’ll just have to test for the best.
I can't find any specific loading data for this combination.
Does anyone have some more specific data? Even if I have to change some factors, I would like some experienced help.
Thanks.
I have searched the site and found a lot of discussions about reloading, but not the specific information I am looking for.
I built what I hope to be an accurate bench rifle from a 7.92X57mm1949 Spanish '98 Mauser.
I have been having a dog of a time setting up the scope. It was shooting about 10" high at 25 yds. I worked the base so that at full down adjustment I could hit bullseye at 25 yds.
I don't live close to a range with greater distances, so I figured I would set it up at 25 yds before going out to the long range.
Anyway, I got it set at 25 yds and then opened a new box of ammo, and it’s now shooting six inches low! I used a few of the old box and they were back on target.
Long story short, I am done buying commercial ammo. I need consistant ammo to dial in the scope.
I am looking for a starting point and the limits for loads.
Hodgdon has a chart for Varget, .323 cal 200 grain SP rounds. I would assume it would be a good starting point.
I have some Hornady Match 196gr BTHP (boat tail)
I have a container of Varget, and CCI #200 Long Rifle Primers.
I have a few different types of brass. I’ll just have to test for the best.
I can't find any specific loading data for this combination.
Does anyone have some more specific data? Even if I have to change some factors, I would like some experienced help.
Thanks.