CWLONGSHOT
Well-Known Member
Personally, I very rarely load «max loads». My thinking is, if I feel the need for a super-max load, I probably should have chosen another cartridge. The «middle of the chart» loads give less wear on the gun, and brass. You can do load development in the winter, and the load is still safe on a warmer day. You’ll consume less bullets during load development (which is a factor, with expensive factory hunting bullets).
100%. Today there is really little reason to push things so hard. If ya feel ya need more either get closer or use a bigger gun.
Having said that, often what folks think more power will cure better accuracy and shorter distances will trump.
Another option for a re chamber is the 450 Bushmaster. Its parent cast is 284 Winchester and a .473 case head.
CW
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