Need a little education on bullets.

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  • Biggfoot44

    Ultimate Member
    Aug 2, 2009
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    What Rockzilla was explaining in post #18 . To test one thing, eliminate or minimize as many other variables as possible . And don't expect to be able measure more precisely than limiting factor ( aka weakest link ).

    For example if Sammy Shooter ( hypothetical example ) has 2moa worth of shooting skills, and his rifle is capable of 1.5moa , he won't be able to differentiate between 0.5 and 0.75moa ammo .

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    Rock also gave two charts of twists and bullet weights in post #18 . For " normal " lead core bullets, the second chart is the closer one . ( Yes , I have tested different weights and shapes from a 1:12 .)
     

    Pinecone

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    Feb 4, 2013
    28,175
    It is about removing all variables you can, to find out what the best each rifle can do.

    THEN, you have a goal, to shoot that well.

    Good shooter
    Good ammo (Federal Gold medal Match is the standard).
    Off a rest (but have to watch pressure point if the handguard/barrel is not a free float setup)
    Good sights (mount a scope temporarily for accuracy)

    With these things, if the rifle shoots 4 inches at 100 yards, that is the best THAT rifle will do.
     

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