Originally Posted by tred1956
Hi,
My Son-in-law just purchased a bolt rifle for deer hunting. It is chambered in 7-08 a caliber I have never loaded for. What would be your recommendation for brass, powder, primers, and bullet (both weight and brand). He will be hunting in upstate SC so mostly 200 yards or less and usually 150lbs or less. Any and all opinions are welcomed and appreciated.

Thanks in advance
Doug

120NBT RL15, Big Game, Varget, H4350, IMR 4320, IMR4166, or IMR 4064. All will give about 2950 fps out of a 22" barrel.

139 Hornady, Sierra 140, 140 accubond CFE223, Varget, H4350, H4166, RL15, Big Game will give 2800-2850 fps with 22" barrel.

Any of these bullets will do the job on deer. Also consider Prvi Partisan brass (Graf and Powder Valley) it is available and pretty good. Rem and Win has been spotty to find.

Ed

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