I’ve been loading a Sako STW for some time. With 7828 and Remington cases, it was easy to get to 3400 with 160 AB without signs of pressure. When I had to start using Nosler brass (my Remington brass was lost in a move), accuracy suffered and I saw the first signs of pressure at several grains less powder). I’ve since switched to RL26 and it’s shooting well under moa. Recoil is more of a push than a crack. Velocity remains >3350. I went with 160s originally so the rifle could be used as a back up for elk (I’m a 340wby fan). Performance on deer has been stellar in the 3-400 yd range. It’s performance on elk (while more than satisfactory)has reaffirmed my respect for larger caliber bullets at mag velocities.
