300 win mag bullets

[countryrebel8174]

i was just wondering what your favorite bullet is in 300 win mag. all i have used is remington core lokt in 180 grain. i been wantin to try the nosler accubonds but havent got around to it. i dont reload so im only interested in factory ammo. thanks guys.

country rebel

[Redhawk1]

I am a reloader so my advice could not help you. But I did advise a guy that does not reload and he went with the Federal loaded with 180 Nosler accubonds. He said he got the best accuracy with them out of all the other factory ammo he tried.  

[beemanbeme]

You don't reload?  Go to your room and don't come out until you do!

Really, reloading is a fascinating hobby in and of itself.  If you go the Lee Loader route, you can get into it for under $100.  Then you'll have something to do when its raining and you can't go shoot.   :grin:

[Don Fischer]

I'd say it would have to be well under $100 for a Lee Loader. You can get the Lee Annavercery kit for less than that! I'm sure that's what beemanbebe ment.  

As for choice of a factory load, the only factory stuff I've shot in maybe 35 or 40 yrs are 22 rim fires..............You really need to start reloading!

[killdeer]

There are several bonded bullets out from different manufacturers all with similar performance. The difference between them and your standard cup and core bullet is that the jacket is bonded to the core which enables them to take more punishment and still hold together. To me they seem to perform more consistently with more predictable expansion. Are they truly necessary on whitetails? My answer would be... usually not, but in my experience they seem to be more accurate and I never worry about bullet failure especially on a really close shot when impact velocity is at its peak. Accubonds and Sciroccos are available to the non handloader via Federal and Remington, both excellent whitetail medicine. Were elk on the menu, I would grab some Fed Prem ammo loaded with Nosler Partitions


KD

[Coyote Hunter]

If I didn't reload I'd be stoking my .300 Win with Federal's Trophy bonded or TSX loads.

I DO reload and I DO use the TSX, as well as the North Fork which is very similar to the Trophy bonded.

[Coyote Hunter]

If I didn't reload I'd be stoking my .300 Win with Federal's Trophy bonded or TSX loads.

I DO reload and I DO use the TSX, as well as the North Fork which is very similar to the Trophy bonded.

[countryrebel8174]

well geez guys the common advice here is that maybe i should look into reloading. i am getting my tax return soon so whats a good press... i know someone said something about a lee press...whats some other brand names?

[Redhawk1]

I like the RCBS. That is just my personal preference and have been using RCBS for about 25 years now.  

[nomosendero]

Ditto

[Coyote Hunter]

well geez guys the common advice here is that maybe i should look into reloading. i am getting my tax return soon so whats a good press... i know someone said something about a lee press...whats some other brand names?

My RCBS RockChucker has been turing out top quality ammo for 25 years (since 1981) and is still like new.  I'm not going to wear it out in my lifetime.

A good quality press makes the job easier and I don't think you will find a better one than the RockChucker.

[killdeer]

Rock chucker supreme master kit will set you up pretty good if you want to get it all in one smear. Add a decent set of dial calipers though.



KD

[countryrebel8174]

so whats the average price on one of them rcbs rock chuckers. i have an empty basement that would be a good place to store all the stuff so i think maybe im going to buy one. how difficult is reloading? and any suggestions for a beginner?

country rebel

[killdeer]

I'm thinking about $279ish for the whole kit. Check midwayusa.com
You can find a press to fit most any budget. Bullet and powder manufacturers put out reloading manuals. They are inexpensive and at least 1 really good one is a must have. The kit I mentioned comes with the latest Speer manual. Reloading is not rocket science but there are some safety guidelines as you can imagine. It can be lots of fun and harvesting your 1st animal with your own handload can be very satisfying. I checked out a couple reloading books from the library.


KD

[Coyote Hunter]

Oops, double post.  Deleted.

[Coyote Hunter]

so whats the average price on one of them rcbs rock chuckers. i have an empty basement that would be a good place to store all the stuff so i think maybe im going to buy one. how difficult is reloading? and any suggestions for a beginner?

country rebel

There is a lot of good stuff on EBay.  I’d also check your local gun shops and online stores for new prices.  Bargains will be where you find them.  The RockChucker Supreme kit has about everything you need except a case trimmer and tumbler.  It comes with the Speer manual but I would get additional manuals, too.  Used is fine.  The Hogdon Annual Manual is about $7 and is worth every penny.  Hodgdon, Accurate, Alliant, IMR and Winchester have data online for free, and probably others do, too.  The manuals I use most are Hodgdon, Nosler and Barnes and Hornady.  As a rule, current manuals are better than old ones – components change and load data does as well.

Reloading is not difficult, especially if you have an aptitude for mechanical things and can read and follow directions.  When getting started read the instructions in a couple different manuals, find a mentor who can teach you the ropes, get instructional videos, take classes, join a club, do whatever you can to learn what you need to know.  I was self-taught using the Speer manuals, although I had spent a day loading shotshells with a friend some years earlier.

Think safety first and always.  The goal is to become an old reloader with all body parts still intact.  Don’t start out by pushing the envelope, start out with the idea that you are learning an art.  A chronograph is within everyones reach ($49 for a rebuilt chrony from Shooting Chrony – call them), and is a must if you plan to safely develop top end loads.  Because velocity and pressure have a fairly direct relationship, velocity is often your most accurate indicator of pressure.  Don’t guess, get a chronograph.

Here’s a link to the process I use: http://www.marlinowners.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=11665&start=30  Third post from the top.

Some additional suggestions:
1. Never mix reloading and alcohol or other drugs.
2. Don’t smoke while reloading.
3. Don’t use a vacuum to clean up your reloading area or to pick up spilled powder.  Use a broom.
4. Don’t reload on carpet.  If you must, use anti-static spray to help avoid static.  Better yet, just don’t do it.
5. Store your powder and primers in a cool, dry area.  If it doesn’t look and feel fresh, fertilize the garden with it.
6. Never reload when distracted or upset or unable to concentrate for any reason.  Do yourself a favor and wait.
7. Never have more than one powder on the reload bench at a time.  Never!
8.  Left some powder in the dispenser and not ABSOLUTELY, 100% sure what it is?  More fertilizer!

You get the idea.  Don’t do anything to invite Murphy into your life.

[countryrebel8174]

thanks guys for all the information, my grandpa has an old press but im not sure what kind. hopefully next time i see him he'll be able to teach me a little to see if it would be something i would be interested in.

country rebel

[dukkillr]

I shoot, and like, 180g Fail-Safes

[jro45]

With handloads using Noslers 180gr bullet I shot at a target at 100 yds thin I took that target to 200yds and shot at that target again and the bullet holes were one on top of the other 1/2" apart. They were going 3060 fps with my 300 Win. Mag. Thats what you call flat shooting!!