Got a new Tikka in 7mm08. Took it to the range and got it on paper and ready to start load work up. So, 120 factory SST and 120 factory TTSX - total of 15 rounds to just get it on paper and start barrel break-in.
Loaded up (15) 140 TSX and (30) 150 game king. Tried the 140 TSX with Varget first- same seating depth and charges were 38.5, 39.0, 39.5, 40.0, 40.5. Was looking for a powder node and then would look at seating. Did not shoot the 40.5 load. I know (I think) what the powder node looks like but have never seen this before. Looking for opinions to correct my thoughts, or confirm them... looks to me like the gun just shoots to the same POI no matter what the load... which means I can miss the charge quite liberally without any real concern on placement. Is this correct?
No scope adjustment made during this run. 39.5 top was a definite pull up.
Your thoughts and experiences shared will be appreciated.
Loaded up (15) 140 TSX and (30) 150 game king. Tried the 140 TSX with Varget first- same seating depth and charges were 38.5, 39.0, 39.5, 40.0, 40.5. Was looking for a powder node and then would look at seating. Did not shoot the 40.5 load. I know (I think) what the powder node looks like but have never seen this before. Looking for opinions to correct my thoughts, or confirm them... looks to me like the gun just shoots to the same POI no matter what the load... which means I can miss the charge quite liberally without any real concern on placement. Is this correct?
No scope adjustment made during this run. 39.5 top was a definite pull up.
Your thoughts and experiences shared will be appreciated.