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I have a box of Hornady 162 gr Amax's I was wanting to run through a 7x57. Looking for a load to use in it without having to do a lot of experimenting since I don't have a huge supply of the bullets.
Powders I have on hand are RL 15,19, and 26 along with Varget, IMR 4350 and H4831SC.
Have Nosler brass and Winchester and Federal primers on hand.
Thanks for the help.
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I'd start with I-4350. Too bad you don't have RL-17, or I'd suggest it too.
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What weight range should I be looking at with those suggested powders? Thanks.
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Would 45 grains of the IMR 4350 be a safe place to start?
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Yes and do you own a chronograph?
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Keechi, if you have a modern 7x57 you should have no issues using 7mm-08 starting data. For a '95 Mauser, not so.
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I just bought a chronograph this afternoon. The rifle is a BRNO 21.
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Nice. I think I'd hold off on the 7-08 data and stick with 7x57, why beat up a classic? I've used H4831 most of the time but in a No.1.
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