I am new to the world of reloading, and studying my options prior to completion of my 6.5mm Creedmoor rifle, which will probably be 6 months before seeing the first trip to the range. One of the reasons for my choice of this caliber is the ready choice of quality factory (Hornady) ammo over the counter at cheaper prices than, say- some of the Lapua ammo that's available in other similar calibers. Hornady brass is also cheaper than Lapua.
Anyway.... I am analyzing each and every piece of equipment and component in the reloading process as I go. I've purchased and am reading both the excellent Richard Lee reloading book- as well as Walt Berger's book.
I like reading the history of Berger bullets, so let's look at what's available in just his 6.5mm Target bullets:
-120 gr Match BT Target
-130 gr Match VLD Target
-140 gr Match VLD Target
-140 gr Match Hybrid Target
-140 gr Match Long Range BT Target
This is my selection choice to choose from just with Berger brand bullets. My barrel choice (1-8 Brux) will handle any of these weights....
My useage will be strictly target shooting... Nothing formal planned at this time, as I don't know what kind of formal competition will be available- if anything- when I relocate next year to Maine. Right now, I am simply wanting to build an accurate target rifle. (Tuned/timed Savage Target action)
How does one go about making a decision as to where to start with bullet choice? SO many choices out there! I guess part of it depends on bullet availability- as well as powder availability, but with the sole interest in paper punching, penetration or energy or velocity really doesn't play as much a part as simple accuracy.
Any advice greatly appreciated!
Wes
Anyway.... I am analyzing each and every piece of equipment and component in the reloading process as I go. I've purchased and am reading both the excellent Richard Lee reloading book- as well as Walt Berger's book.
I like reading the history of Berger bullets, so let's look at what's available in just his 6.5mm Target bullets:
-120 gr Match BT Target
-130 gr Match VLD Target
-140 gr Match VLD Target
-140 gr Match Hybrid Target
-140 gr Match Long Range BT Target
This is my selection choice to choose from just with Berger brand bullets. My barrel choice (1-8 Brux) will handle any of these weights....
My useage will be strictly target shooting... Nothing formal planned at this time, as I don't know what kind of formal competition will be available- if anything- when I relocate next year to Maine. Right now, I am simply wanting to build an accurate target rifle. (Tuned/timed Savage Target action)
How does one go about making a decision as to where to start with bullet choice? SO many choices out there! I guess part of it depends on bullet availability- as well as powder availability, but with the sole interest in paper punching, penetration or energy or velocity really doesn't play as much a part as simple accuracy.
Any advice greatly appreciated!
Wes