FYI on the 300 BLK

[quickdtoo]

http://www.savagearms.com/

300 AAC Blackout Chambering Cancelled:

Some time ago, Savage announced it would be chambering the Model 10 Precision Carbine in 300 AAC Blackout. Since that time, we have tested many variants of this cartridge in various barrel lengths and rates of twist. This exhaustive testing left us quite unsatisfied with the accuracy we were able to get from the subsonic loads in this chambering. Accuracy with the lighter, faster loads in this caliber was actually quite good. But we believe the real value in this cartridge lies in the use of subsonic loads for suppressed rifles. Therefore we have decided to scrap the project.

It is our understanding that pushing these heavy, slow bullets presents challenges not found in typical loadings and that our experience is not unique. Subsequently, many in the industry have simply adopted a lower standard for accuracy for these subsonic loads. While this does seem reasonable and we don't criticize any in our industry that have taken this approach, it just won't work for Savage.

Our brand was built on accuracy and we are too protective of our reputation for building the most accurate factory rifles available. We would rather walk away from this opportunity than sell a product that requires an explanation.

[Dinny]

I wonder what that means for our beloved Handi rifles in 300 BO 


Thanks, Dinny

[bikerbeans]

Maybe should rename it the 300 Black Eye?   
 
BB

[tallyho]

Or 300 Bye-bye 

[eskimo36]

I have a S&W AR and an Encore 16.5" MGM barrel that both shoot well with factory Remington Subsonic ammo. Both are 1-8" twists.   I would be happy with a handi shooting the same.


 There maybe politics involved in the Savage decision.  There is always a lot of back channel stuff we are never privy to.

[PHATINJUN]

I think it's a very good decision on thier part. I was always sceptical with the Black out and being sub sonic. I could not see enough differance from the 300 Whisper and I had one of those for a while it would shoot 150 and 125gr very well but I bought it to shoot subsonic and was never able to get it to shoot worth a damn...yes it was the fast twist bbl but I could not get it to work for me and sold it while the gettin was good. If you can't get the good accuracy subsonic it is mearly another 30cal and Savage has plenty of them. Kurt

[Jason F]

I am glad i picked up a 7.62x39 handi instead of waiting for the 300