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Old 01-24-2012, 07:15 AM   #1
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Default 303 loads

I'm new to reloading can anyone give me a good load using .312 bullets and 3031 powder? Thanks, Detroit-1

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Old 01-24-2012, 08:17 AM   #2
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Do as the books tell you and work your way up. Thats a cal. that i am starting to play with myself. Do slug that bore!!! Mine slugged out at .313
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Old 01-24-2012, 06:01 PM   #3
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I have a pet written down from when i had my SMLE no.1 mk.4 .303. It was a sweet shooter with a single digit standard deviation. Ill just dig up the old thread..

http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=34958
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Old 01-24-2012, 06:24 PM   #4
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What do your loading manuals suggest?
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