6BR Encore questions

[Tonyd]

Have a couple more questions:

1. Do the twist rate suggestions on the 6BR Info page for rifles of 22" or so also apply to 15" pistol--or are they different due to the significantly shorter length?

2. Case sizing--according the the TC guru Mike Bellm, one should FL size only and not neck size due to "frame stretching" in the somewhat weaker break action guns--compared to bolt guns. The cases lengthen in the body as a result of the stretched frame and one gets problems such as misfires, inability to lock up properly, excessive load on frame when closing, etc.--assuming I interpreted his article correctly. Suppose it makes sense with the probability of the older contender frames being fired with hot - rodded loads. I am wondering if that is really an issue with a new, stronger,un-abused Encore shooting moderate 6 BR loads--am not really a BR shooter looking for max velocity/accuracy--just someone who wants a 6 cal. with less recoil and the ability to get heavier loading densities and better accuracy than say with a .243. Do plan on checking this in practice, but curious as to others' experience/comments regarding sizing for TC's

thanks

Tony

 

[jb77]

Tony, you do need to resize but only to the point that there isn't extra headspace. In other words the firing pin should not be driving your loaded round deeper into the chamber. Reloading for the Encore is a completely different game than loading for a bolt gun. Take the barrel off the frame so that the extractor isn't interfering and adjust your dies so that the cartridge is a good tight fit in your chamber. Do get yourself the oversize hinge pins that Mike offers too this will help with some of the extra play between the receiver and the barrel.


I have some Factory Remington 7-08 rds that won't fire in my Encore because they are too loose in my chamber.

Listen to Mike he is the man when it comes to the TC's.

PS Their trigger job on the Encore is just awesome I highly recommend their work.