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Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... 358Thumper #4884417 01/31/11
Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 12,651 6491 Feet Above Sea Level Coyote_Hunter Campfire Outfitter
Coyote_Hunter Campfire Outfitter Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 12,651 6491 Feet Above Sea Level	Originally Posted by 358Thumper What twist would you 6.5 'ers recommend for 140's? 8 or 9? I went with 8. Shoots the 130 Scirocco and 140 A-Max just fine. Coyote Hunter - NRA Patriot Life, NRA Whittington Center Life, GOA, DAD - and I VOTE! No, I'm not a Ruger bigot - just an unabashed fan of their revolvers, M77's and #1's. A good .30-06 is a 99% solution.

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Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... Coyote_Hunter #4884826 01/31/11
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MCT3 Campfire Regular M Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 1,164 Gator Country, USA	CH, Have you used the 140 A-Max on deer? My Tikka (1:8) really groups well with the 140 Berger hunting VLD's and I've been impressed with the performance on Deer. I know a guide who swears by the 162gr A-Max in 7x57. "Good judgment comes from experience but unfortunately, experience is often derived from a series of bad judgments"

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... MCT3 #4885518 01/31/11
Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 5,794 Utah, U.S.A. Flinch Campfire Tracker
Flinch Campfire Tracker Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 5,794 Utah, U.S.A.	I've used the 6.5 (6.5-06)140 Amax's on antelope at 420 yards. The wind was howling and my shot was off a bit and I center punched the guts on both shots but the bullet holes were only 2 inches apart ;o). Both bullets went in a couple of inches and exploded. I got the buck, but the results were dismal at best. I have had the best luck with 120 grain Sierra flat bases and 120 grain Nosler Ballistic tips. My favorite for big game is the 140 grain Hornady flat base. That bullet flat out exits and gets stuff done. Flinch Flinch Outdoor Gear broadhead extractor. The best device for pulling your head out.

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... Flinch #4885708 01/31/11
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dmsbandit Campfire Regular Joined: Nov 2009 Posts: 1,727 The Republic of New Yorkistan	Personally, I've never seen the need for the 140s. I don't chase Moose or Elk and I don't know anything under 400pounds that would survive a good 129 Hornady or 130 Accubond thru their body from any angle. I don't drink or Smoke. I spend my money on gunpowder and gasoline.

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... dmsbandit #4885846 01/31/11
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coyoteman23 Campfire Regular Joined: Sep 2008 Posts: 661 Texas Panhandle	Where are you guys finding those Remington 700 CDL SF in 260? I want one real bad!!!!! coyoteman23 �A free people ought not only to be armed and disciplined, but they should have sufficient arms and ammunition to maintain a status of independence from any who might attempt to abuse them, which would include their own government.� ~George Washington

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Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... coyoteman23 #4886149 02/01/11
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HaYen Campfire Regular H Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,063 Arizona	6.5x55 M38 Turk 26" 1:8 Vortex 4-12x40 Viper (not in pic) Soon to have Timney Trigger and M70 Style safety Remember, not everyone has a happy ending, so be happy when you can

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... MCT3 #4886552 02/01/11
Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 12,651 6491 Feet Above Sea Level Coyote_Hunter Campfire Outfitter
Coyote_Hunter Campfire Outfitter Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 12,651 6491 Feet Above Sea Level	Originally Posted by MCT3 CH, Have you used the 140 A-Max on deer? My Tikka (1:8) really groups well with the 140 Berger hunting VLD's and I've been impressed with the performance on Deer. I know a guide who swears by the 162gr A-Max in 7x57. No, but, but the 140g A-MAX work great on clay pigeons at 600 yards - even with the fire-form loads. For hunting I tend to build elk loads and use them for everything. So far I have only taken one antelope with the 6.5-06AI, using a 130g Scirocco. Coyote Hunter - NRA Patriot Life, NRA Whittington Center Life, GOA, DAD - and I VOTE! No, I'm not a Ruger bigot - just an unabashed fan of their revolvers, M77's and #1's. A good .30-06 is a 99% solution.

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... coyoteman23 #4887494 02/01/11
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358Thumper Campfire Regular 3 Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,122 FL	Originally Posted by coyoteman23 Where are you guys finding those Remington 700 CDL SF in 260? I want one real bad!!!!! coyoteman23 There's 1 LTD on Gunbroker now. Alittle pricey for my blood but really nice.... for that price I'm buying a Montana and rebarreling instead of getting the CDL SF LTD and an Edge.

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... 358Thumper #4887598 02/01/11
Joined: Jan 2009 Posts: 23,319 Oklahoma OrangeOkie Campfire Ranger
OrangeOkie Campfire Ranger Joined: Jan 2009 Posts: 23,319 Oklahoma	Steyr-Mannlicher .260 remmy. Have the same rifle in a blued 6.5x55. Kimber Mod 84M .260 Atkinson Custom 6.5x55 built on a VZ24 Mauser Sold this VZ24 custom in 6.5x55 a few months ago and regret it every time I see this pic.:rolleyes: "All that the South has ever desired was that the Union, as established by our forefathers, should be preserved, and that the government, as originally organized, should be administered in purity and truth." – Robert E. Lee

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... OrangeOkie #4887704 02/01/11
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smallcal Campfire Regular S Joined: Sep 2004 Posts: 1,088 Syracuse, NY	Can't believe there aren't more of this caliber - 6.5x284 Sako A-III 25" Lilja #2 Unknown aftermarket stock! Undecided - Minox 3-15 BDC or Kahles 3-9 MZ - one of these will come out of the safe and be mounted on this. Talent is what you're born with, skills are what you earn. - Rod Smith Time flies, but remember, you are the pilot!

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Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... huntsman22 #4887745 02/01/11
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Mark R Dobrenski Campfire Ranger Joined: Apr 2001 Posts: 28,277 Bozeman, Montana	Originally Posted by huntsman22 Nice paint job! Dober "True respect starts with the way you treat others, and it is earned over a lifetime of demonstrating kindness, honor and dignity"....Tony Dungy

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... 358Thumper #4887831 02/01/11
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coyoteman23 Campfire Regular Joined: Sep 2008 Posts: 661 Texas Panhandle	Originally Posted by 358Thumper Originally Posted by coyoteman23 Where are you guys finding those Remington 700 CDL SF in 260? I want one real bad!!!!! coyoteman23 There's 1 LTD on Gunbroker now. Alittle pricey for my blood but really nice.... for that price I'm buying a Montana and rebarreling instead of getting the CDL SF LTD and an Edge. I did see that one for sell on GB but with 6 days left and 24 bids and its already up to $856 its a little to rich for my blood also. I guess I will just have to keep an eye open for a good deal. I have a Remington 700 action sitting in the safe unused. I guess I could just have custom build done in .260. coyoteman23 �A free people ought not only to be armed and disciplined, but they should have sufficient arms and ammunition to maintain a status of independence from any who might attempt to abuse them, which would include their own government.� ~George Washington

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... coyoteman23 #4887965 02/01/11
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MK257 Campfire Regular Joined: Jan 2011 Posts: 2,855 USA	OK, guys--I have a chance to buy a VERY nice .260 rem--go for it? Full blown custom for $900..seen groups--shoots EXCELLENT. My question is--if I buy it, down the road if I want to AI it..or get more performance out of that "caliber"(6.5) what can I do? By AI'ing it..will it kill accuracy? How about if I turn in into a 6.5 wsm..will that work, or will more work then it's worth have to be done?? Thanks for your time, B8 MK

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... MK257 #4887997 02/01/11
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stillbeeman Campfire Regular S Joined: Aug 2009 Posts: 2,794 middle Tenn	Why fix what ain't broke?? Any gains you get from AI'ing the rifle will be pretty insignificant. That includes velocity, accuracy, or how many times you have to trim your brass. If you're just interested in something you can keep jimming with, get one of those Savages. Aim for the exit hole.

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... stillbeeman #4888029 02/01/11
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MK257 Campfire Regular Joined: Jan 2011 Posts: 2,855 USA	I suppose you're right...as for the savages--i'll pass for another day..grin. B8 MK

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... MK257 #4888194 02/01/11
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splattermatic Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 8,517 n.w. new mexico	a model 7 in 260 coming soon.

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... coyoteman23 #4891241 02/02/11
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358Thumper Campfire Regular 3 Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,122 FL	Originally Posted by coyoteman23 Originally Posted by 358Thumper Originally Posted by coyoteman23 Where are you guys finding those Remington 700 CDL SF in 260? I want one real bad!!!!! coyoteman23 There's 1 LTD on Gunbroker now. Alittle pricey for my blood but really nice.... for that price I'm buying a Montana and rebarreling instead of getting the CDL SF LTD and an Edge. I did see that one for sell on GB but with 6 days left and 24 bids and its already up to $856 its a little to rich for my blood also. I guess I will just have to keep an eye open for a good deal. I have a Remington 700 action sitting in the safe unused. I guess I could just have custom build done in .260. coyoteman23 Go for it you have the action already!

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... OrangeOkie #4891326 02/02/11
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kenjs1 Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 10,986 Likes: 2 Texas	Originally Posted by OrangeOkie Steyr-Mannlicher .260 remmy. Have the same rifle in a blued 6.5x55. Kimber Mod 84M .260 Atkinson Custom 6.5x55 built on a VZ24 Mauser Sold this VZ24 custom in 6.5x55 a few months ago and regret it every time I see this pic.:rolleyes: OrangeOkie- tell me between the two do you prefer the Steyr or the Kimber? When a country is well governed, poverty and a mean condition are something to be ashamed of. When a country is ill governed, riches and honors are something to be ashamed of . Confucius

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... kenjs1 #4893638 02/02/11
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martinbns Campfire Tracker Joined: Mar 2004 Posts: 4,344 Moncton, NB	Here is mine, it's a Tikka T3 hunter in 6.5x55. I had always turned my nose up at these being a Sako guy, but this gun is hard not to love, here it the best group but the first 10 5 shot groups with two different powders and different loads were all under an inch. Last edited by martinbns; 02/02/11. Life's too short to hunt with an ugly gun.

Re: Ok, lets see yer .260's and 6.5's... martinbns #4893815 02/02/11
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MCT3 Campfire Regular M Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 1,164 Gator Country, USA	martinbns, Nice group. What projectile were you shooting? "Good judgment comes from experience but unfortunately, experience is often derived from a series of bad judgments"

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