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I've been running 100gr TTSX, 100gr MK, and 115gr Berger VLD in my 10 twist Tikka, and they all shoot sub-MOA. The MK and VLD stay stable out to 950 yards, which is the farthest that I've shot them.
If I was building a rifle specifically for using VLD's and the longer 120gr target bullets or TSX/TTSX-style bullets, then I'd go 1:9", but a 10" twist will stabilize 75-115gr bullets just fine, with the exception of the 115gr TSX. And a 1-9" will shoot all the bullets that shoot out of a 1-10" twist just fine also and leave nothing on the table. Definitely. Not arguing there. I'm just saying that if one has got a 10" tube, it should work with 75-115gr bullets. If ordering custom, I think it's smart to lean toward the faster end of the twist spectrum. I'd go 9" for sure in a .25.
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Weight is moot length isn't.
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I have had .250 AI, .25-284, and .257 Wby and all three shot best with bullets less than 100gr, leading me to believe that a 9" twist might not be a bad thing. If I do another .25, I think that's the way I'll go.
John
If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14
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I've heard of two of those,but not the third. What is a "25-284"? Thanks.
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So far the 115 VLD has stabilized fine in several of our .25 caliber rifles, in cartridges from the .257 Bob to the .257 Wby., all with 1-10 twists.
Though I haven't tested any of them beyond 600 yards, or in 20 below weather....
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Well ya slacker...I meat you at the range this winter when it hits 30 below. If I'm not there right away commence to it..  Dober
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What is a "25-284"? Thanks. it's slick on the order of greased goose poop... now have 2 friends running the .25-284 which is a 6.5-284 necked to .25... Edit; the friend who lives the closest to me is doing incredible things with a sierra 100 matchking...
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Mauser actions? Exactly what is it? Thank you.
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both of the guys i know are running model 700s...
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I have a Ruger 26" 1B 257 that is 1 in 10. I have no problem with the 80TTSX, 100PSP, 110AB, but it will not group the 100TTSX. I sure wish it would at 3249fps.
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I've heard of two of those,but not the third. What is a "25-284"? Thanks. Laffin'...... Congratulations? Welcome back.
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both of the guys i know are running model 700s... Thanks! Any pictures of what one looks like I'm intrigued.
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both of the guys i know are running model 700s... Thanks! Any pictures of what one looks like I'm intrigued. because the hook brings you back i aint tellin' you no lie oh the hook brings you back on that you can rely... there is something amiss i am being insincere in fact i don't mean any of this still my confession draws you near... Blues Traveler, "Hook"
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I roll a little different and am far more highbrow in my tastes and interests. Link
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glad it was popcorn instead of beer on the keyboard...
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