308 baur magnum loads
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That depends on which world of accuracy you shoot in. Lots of folks in the world start at 1,000 yards and simply keep going. One mile and further is not an unusual competition and yes, it does require BOTH Accuracy and Power. Your .308 Baer falls from the sky at 3,500 yards. Even pushed, it's transonic just past a mile.
Does everyone need this level of power? Certainly not! But those of us who shoot past the 1,000 yard mark have to have both power and accuracy. You won't succeed with anything less.
Have a great day!
Yes, one of the great benefits of the American Southwest, lots of desert and BLM land for thousands of acres. Lots of backstops in appropriate areas as well.
Many times we go down on Friday to camp then shoot Saturday and Sunday before heading home. We practice with everything from .308 Win. up through .375 SnipeTac and 416 Barrett.
Many times we go down on Friday to camp then shoot Saturday and Sunday before heading home. We practice with everything from .308 Win. up through .375 SnipeTac and 416 Barrett.
While you are correct, the name of the website is Accurate Shooter which can often lead to crossover discussions regarding both accuracy for target shooting and accuracy for hunting. It's a multiplexual website where spirited discussions cover all sides of the shooting world.
So occasionally, topics wander afield slightly before returning to the original question(s). Either way, I always hope that varied answers stimulate the discussion between members who are willing to share their experiences and challenges.
I have worked on loads for a similar cartridge, the 8mm Rem. Mag. necked down to .30 caliber. I found excellent accuracy and performance while using the Berger 180 gr. Elite Hunter bullets. As much as I like the 210's and still shoot them in other cartridges, this one favored the 180 grain. Norma MRP was the powder of choice. I was able to proof the accuracy at 1,000 yards even though I will not be hunting that far.
My .300 Weatherby and .300 Win. Mag both excel at the distances I generally find myself shooting game. But I dearly love playing with cartridges!
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It is fabulous what some shooters can do with thier long range rifles,,,,I am blessed with my own range right here in the yard,,,(up to 600yds) ,,,we can learn much from other shooters ,,whether hunting //paper punching or shooting gongs,,,,,RogerWhile you are correct, the name of the website is Accurate Shooter which can often lead to crossover discussions regarding both accuracy for target shooting and accuracy for hunting. It's a multiplexual website where spirited discussions cover all sides of the shooting world.
So occasionally, topics wander afield slightly before returning to the original question(s). Either way, I always hope that varied answers stimulate the discussion between members who are willing to share their experiences and challenges.
I have worked on loads for a similar cartridge, the 8mm Rem. Mag. necked down to .30 caliber. I found excellent accuracy and performance while using the Berger 180 gr. Elite Hunter bullets. As much as I like the 210's and still shoot them in other cartridges, this one favored the 180 grain. Norma MRP was the powder of choice. I was able to proof the accuracy at 1,000 yards even though I will not be hunting that far.
My .300 Weatherby and .300 Win. Mag both excel at the distances I generally find myself shooting game. But I dearly love playing with cartridges!
The. First time I read your post, I missed the word with. LOL. That wouldn't been good. MattI'm Happy to drive 5.5 hrs, just to shoot with Joe.
I think most here know Joe Salt as a 1000 yard williamsport Benchrest shooter who uses the 308 Baer.While you are correct, the name of the website is Accurate Shooter which can often lead to crossover discussions regarding both accuracy for target shooting and accuracy for hunting. It's a multiplexual website where spirited discussions cover all sides of the shooting world.
So occasionally, topics wander afield slightly before returning to the original question(s). Either way, I always hope that varied answers stimulate the discussion between members who are willing to share their experiences and challenges.
I have worked on loads for a similar cartridge, the 8mm Rem. Mag. necked down to .30 caliber. I found excellent accuracy and performance while using the Berger 180 gr. Elite Hunter bullets. As much as I like the 210's and still shoot them in other cartridges, this one favored the 180 grain. Norma MRP was the powder of choice. I was able to proof the accuracy at 1,000 yards even though I will not be hunting that far.
My .300 Weatherby and .300 Win. Mag both excel at the distances I generally find myself shooting game. But I dearly love playing with cartridges!
I use a 300 Ackley which is your 300 Weatherby that has been Ackley Improved and with less freebore than from the factory.
Expiper Roger???? Last time I heard from him he was in a west by God Virginia creek with an ATV sitting on him.
I gotta give him a call.
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