Actually, Math, I'm looking for baby loads more than match loads, although I'd like a suggestion for Garand over H 4895. So, glad you asked.

But this is for my Dad, who is 86 and getting a little brittle. He needs something soft shooting, two needs.
1. A load just enough to cycle the Garand properly and still group well. If there is something with quality 125s and another faster powder, even SR? But "mild Garand" is enough. He can handle the Federal Garand 150 load okay..

2. Sissy reduced loads for a Springfield 1903, million-number receiver.. Kind of like Blue Dot loads for a 30-06 that will group nicely on 100 yard paper without kicking the snot out of him. 100, 110, 125 grainers. A good powder recommendation would be appreciated.


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