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2/23/2013 4:35:22 PM EDT
Now that I have 3 "precision" rifles in my possession, I've been trying to refine my loading procedures for more and more accurate ammo. Don't get me wrong, the rounds I produce are quite accurate and nothing to complain about.

I currently do the following:

Anneal
Neck size
Uniform primer pockets
Deburr the flash hole
Weigh cases
Weigh projectiles
Prime on the press (which I am told is not desirable)
I am using Lee dies

I don't competition shoot or anything. I shoot at 300 right now and will be moving to the 600/1000 within the next few weeks.

I'm thinking neck turning is the next thing on the "to do" list
Your thoughts?
2/23/2013 5:52:43 PM EDT
[#1]
I prime on my press, but I'm in the minority here.



Switch to match bullets?






2/23/2013 6:34:46 PM EDT
[#2]
I'm running 190 HPBT in my 300 Winchester Magnum, which I still weigh.

I'm thinking that neck turning should even out the neck tension.
2/23/2013 7:01:27 PM EDT
[#3]
What accuracy are you getting right now?  What do you hope to get to (what's your accuracy goal)?

Are the barrels and chambers from the factory or from an accuracy gunsmith?  Are the actions properly bedded?
2/23/2013 7:09:55 PM EDT
[#4]
Accuracy is better than I can hold at this point. My concern is when I make the plunge to 600 and 1000 yards. The rifles are pretty much factory except for my AR10. I'm going to throw a new barrel on it here shortly.

That's my question...is my ammo going beyond my rifles at this point?
2/23/2013 10:26:16 PM EDT
[#5]
Quoted:
Accuracy is better than I can hold at this point. My concern is when I make the plunge to 600 and 1000 yards. The rifles are pretty much factory except for my AR10. I'm going to throw a new barrel on it here shortly.

That's my question...is my ammo going beyond my rifles at this point?


I would say (based only on my personal experience), you will get nothing out of neck turning.  

If you are the limiting factor in your system, that is also likely to be true at extended distances.  Have you ever fired at extended range?  Your ability to read and dope the wind is the determining factor in practical accuracy at extended distance, especially if you are wanting a first shot hit.
2/24/2013 6:28:24 PM EDT
[#6]
No, never shoot at 600 or 1000 before. I have a friend at work that does it quite a lot that is going to help me out. Good to know about the neck turning. I guess I will put my money towards new barrels then!
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