Saw this thread and thought I'd let you know, if you didn't already know but Palmetto State Armory has Federal American Eagle 185gr SP ammo for $17.99 a box.
It may be something to experiment with for the brass if nothing else.
I picked up five boxes a couple of weeks ago for when I get the Sako fired up
Geo
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