Author Topic: 7 mm br (Read 430 times)

tappel · « **on:** November 28, 2003, 01:25:26 PM »

Can anyone tell me about this round? Is it commercially available or hand load only?
Thanks.

Graybeard · « **Reply #1 on:** November 29, 2003, 05:33:28 AM »

At one time I think RP loaded both 120 and 140 grain bullets as factory ammo. May still do. Check the Remington web site to be sure. It is roughly the equal of the 7-30 Waters which in my opinion is an excellent hunting round for handguns.

GB

RWG · « **Reply #2 on:** November 29, 2003, 04:04:00 PM »

tappel,

I'm not sure if Remington still sells 7br or not I did a quick look and did not see any. This is a cartridge made for a handgun. Graybeard is right about it being close to the 7-30Waters. Remington loaded a 140gr PTD soft pt that shot around 2175fps out of my contender. I don't remember the length of the barrel 13 or 14". It was an SSK barrel and shot beautifully. It was a little too much for the Contender in my opinion so I gave it to a friend who really liked it. If you already have it or can get a great deal on it enjoy.If not you might be happier with the 7-30Waters. Reloading components are available for either cartridge.

Ronnie

tappel · « **Reply #3 on:** November 30, 2003, 11:50:18 AM »

Bill and Ronnie,
Thanks for the information.
Tom