7mm08 pet loads? - The Firearms Forum

karlrudin · 08-28-2012, 08:44 PM

I recently finished building a 7mm08. Would appreciate y'alls input on some loads to try out. plan on shooting bullets from 139grs. and up. Really just trying to find a base line to start from. Thanks

JLA · 08-28-2012, 09:23 PM

162 hdy Amax, Power Pro 2000MR, 42 gr MAX for 2700ish fps.

I use the hell out of 2000MR in .308 too under 168 and 175 gr pills, both with SUB MOA results.

steve4102 · 08-28-2012, 09:48 PM

140gr Nosler Partitions. Ramshot BigGame=

160gr Nosler Partitions. Ramshot Hunter =

woolleyworm · 08-28-2012, 11:03 PM

I have found Benchmark to be the best for accuracy with 139gn SST's. Meters well and also performs decent on the low end of charge weights for reduced power loads I plan on starting my 12yo with. I like W760 for 160gn+ bullets.

I'm going to try some 200MR and RSM Hunter ; both powders I haven't load tested.

Welcome to TFF and how bout some pics and details on the action.

How long hsve you been working on your project?

karlrudin · 08-29-2012, 12:49 PM

Thanks for welcome. Wanted a weapon/caliber that had, ease of reloading, inherent accuracy & easy on shoulder(bad back). Started w/mauser action that Douglas wouldn't rebarrel. Got a pawn shop Savage 110 in 7mmRemMag. Converted bolt from Magnum to standard bolt face. Got Shilen bull barrel w/1-10twist in 7mm08. Stripped action and rebarreled. Cleaned&polished trigger. Replaced plastic stock w/tactical stock on clearance from Richard's Microfit Gunstocks. Rifle came w/Bushnell 3-9 scope but will be replacing w/Tasco Targetmaster 24x. Have bedded the stock and put in pillar. Working on finishing the stock now. So far so good!

UncleDannie · 08-29-2012, 02:32 PM

Wow! That is one sweet project. Looks like you hit all the bases. Can't find fault with anything you did, or suggestions from other members. Congratulations of a fine project!

JLA · 08-29-2012, 07:50 PM

Except the 10 twist maybe. Id a gone with a 9.

woolleyworm · 08-29-2012, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JLA

Except the 10 twist maybe. Id a gone with a 9.

my Browning is a 9.5, split the difference with you both

JLA · 08-29-2012, 09:55 PM

10s a little slow for the 7-08. OP is gonna be restricted to 140s and below.

karlrudin · 08-30-2012, 09:26 AM

I went back and checked my paper work from Shilen after y'alls post and I was wrong. I did get the barrel in 1-9 twist because i wanted to shoot heavier bullets. Also a Timney trigger will be in the budget next month. Anybody got any input on the quality of Privi Partizan components. I broke in my barrel with there loaded ammo. Nice stuff! Their prices are good and they have two sizes for 7mm(140gr and 175gr)

JLA · 08-30-2012, 10:56 PM

Go 175. the 9 should get it up to RPM at 7-08 velocity and your LR trajectory will be much flatter.

m77user · 09-21-2012, 11:21 PM

I use IMR-4350 The load is Fed 210 GM primer R/P brass 139 gr Hornady interlock. Charge weight is 45.0 grs. Load info from Hornady 6th edition. Not amax load but work up to it carefully. My ruger 77 loves it.

08-28-2012, 08:44 PM	#1
karlrudin Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Phenix City, Al Posts: 6	7mm08 pet loads? I recently finished building a 7mm08. Would appreciate y'alls input on some loads to try out. plan on shooting bullets from 139grs. and up. Really just trying to find a base line to start from. Thanks -->

08-28-2012, 09:23 PM	#2
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,319	Re: 7mm08 pet loads? 162 hdy Amax, Power Pro 2000MR, 42 gr MAX for 2700ish fps. I use the hell out of 2000MR in .308 too under 168 and 175 gr pills, both with SUB MOA results. __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!

08-28-2012, 09:48 PM	#3
steve4102 Former Guest Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Minnesota Contributor Posts: 2,760	Re: 7mm08 pet loads? 140gr Nosler Partitions. Ramshot BigGame= 160gr Nosler Partitions. Ramshot Hunter =

08-28-2012, 11:03 PM	#4
woolleyworm TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SW Fort Worth Contributor Posts: 4,885	Re: 7mm08 pet loads? I have found Benchmark to be the best for accuracy with 139gn SST's. Meters well and also performs decent on the low end of charge weights for reduced power loads I plan on starting my 12yo with. I like W760 for 160gn+ bullets. I'm going to try some 200MR and RSM Hunter ; both powders I haven't load tested. Welcome to TFF and how bout some pics and details on the action. How long hsve you been working on your project? __________________ . What are you gonna do, talk the alien to death? -- (on Sigourney Weaver's worry about Guns in Aliens) "Safety is something that happens between your ears, not something you hold in your hands." "I carry a small gun to compensate for my huge Blue press." .

08-29-2012, 12:49 PM	#5
karlrudin Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Phenix City, Al Posts: 6	Re: 7mm08 pet loads? Thanks for welcome. Wanted a weapon/caliber that had, ease of reloading, inherent accuracy & easy on shoulder(bad back). Started w/mauser action that Douglas wouldn't rebarrel. Got a pawn shop Savage 110 in 7mmRemMag. Converted bolt from Magnum to standard bolt face. Got Shilen bull barrel w/1-10twist in 7mm08. Stripped action and rebarreled. Cleaned&polished trigger. Replaced plastic stock w/tactical stock on clearance from Richard's Microfit Gunstocks. Rifle came w/Bushnell 3-9 scope but will be replacing w/Tasco Targetmaster 24x. Have bedded the stock and put in pillar. Working on finishing the stock now. So far so good!

08-29-2012, 02:32 PM	#6
UncleDannie V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Livingston, Texas Posts: 50	Re: 7mm08 pet loads? Wow! That is one sweet project. Looks like you hit all the bases. Can't find fault with anything you did, or suggestions from other members. Congratulations of a fine project! __________________ Dan Hedgpeth Member: American Legion, Former Texas Ranger Association, Fraternal Order of Police, Retired California Peace Officer Association, Life Member of NRA

08-29-2012, 07:50 PM	#7
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,319	Re: 7mm08 pet loads? Except the 10 twist maybe. Id a gone with a 9. __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!

08-29-2012, 09:55 PM	#9
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,319	Re: 7mm08 pet loads? 10s a little slow for the 7-08. OP is gonna be restricted to 140s and below. __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!

08-30-2012, 09:26 AM	#10
karlrudin Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Phenix City, Al Posts: 6	Re: 7mm08 pet loads? I went back and checked my paper work from Shilen after y'alls post and I was wrong. I did get the barrel in 1-9 twist because i wanted to shoot heavier bullets. Also a Timney trigger will be in the budget next month. Anybody got any input on the quality of Privi Partizan components. I broke in my barrel with there loaded ammo. Nice stuff! Their prices are good and they have two sizes for 7mm(140gr and 175gr)

08-30-2012, 10:56 PM	#11
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,319	Re: 7mm08 pet loads? Go 175. the 9 should get it up to RPM at 7-08 velocity and your LR trajectory will be much flatter. __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!

09-21-2012, 11:21 PM	#12
m77user V.I.P. Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 149	Re: 7mm08 pet loads? I use IMR-4350 The load is Fed 210 GM primer R/P brass 139 gr Hornady interlock. Charge weight is 45.0 grs. Load info from Hornady 6th edition. Not amax load but work up to it carefully. My ruger 77 loves it.