Originally Posted By: NV BillOriginally Posted By: Bruised Since this issue has been brought up, I've been thinking of the same 18" 6x6.8. I have had great results with the 85gr Barnes TSX
from my 243 bolt gun. Has anyone tried this in the 6x6.8 and what was the outcome.
Thanks,
Bobby
I tried working up loads for the 80gr TTSX this fall and had miserable results. I couldn't find a powder it liked. I did see some spectacular velocities, but I also found out how far was too far! These loads didn't show pressure signs like what I had seen with others either. Going forward I'll keep the Barnes bullets for my other rifles and use Berger, Hornady, or Nosler projectiles in my 6x6.8.
I run the 80g GMX in front of 28g x8208, 3017 fps, .680 groups @ 100 yd.
The 85g barnes ttsx, same load, 2987 fps, .680-.790" groups @ 100yds
My bbl is 22" though and a bolt build.