accubond. You must log in or register to reply here. I do need to get it out and shoot it more. Handloader. He harvested his first turkey and whitetail deer at age 5 and completed his turkey grand slam by age 11. Tried 8133 and Retumbo with 215 grain Bergers but that was very compressed. Weather as to when this will start. Wow, I'm running a 30" barrel with a 1-8 twist, using 91.5gr of N570 and only getting 3180fps with 215 berger's. Next trip is going to take me prone out to 800yds. Any way if anyone is curious I loaded Retumbo three rounds each loaded one grain increments 91 gr to 95 gr my book max for testing with 200 gr. Playing with RETUMBO, its what I have right now. Each week the Schearer family will hunt with a variety of weapons from archery, muzzleloader and shotgun to centerfire rifles and will not only focus on the hunt, but will be filled with educational tips to make the viewers better sportsmen and sportswomen. I'm really considering getting a Rem700 Long-range in 300rum. Shes also the co-director of her local club, the AZ LRPRS, assisting in facilitating monthly matches throughout the year. In my time I have worked on improving myself to take it as high as I can. Feel free to copy the format below and add your info (to help keep it simple and organized). For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. He is also a noted TV personality, regularly appearing on TV programs Shooting USA. In addition, she is also an outdoor writer and photographer, as well as a national seminar speaker. Oct 30, 2004. JD338 Feb 11, 2011 #2 A Antelope_Sniper Handloader Jan 25, 2008 2,618 0 Unless you buddy is looking to pick up a keg of surplus powder, my load data won't help very much. Excellent combination, usually producing somewhere around 3100 - 3200 fps depending on the particular rifle barrel. Use load data at your own risk. Wish they still carried the 338rum but with these low drag hunting 30cal bullets available I guess I see why the loss of interest. of Retumbo with an ES of 12fps and an average of 3070fps over 4 rounds at. Looking for load data for 300 Rum using reloader 26. A good load that seems to work in most rifles is 94gn of Retumbo behind teh 200 Accubond for around 3170fps and .5 MOA groups. Retumbo adds 40-100 fps more velocity to these cartridges when compared to other normal magnum powders. Poll: Where are you finding reloading primers and powder? Finally completed my load developement and settled on 90gr. Brody760; Mar 20, 2023; Reloading Depot ; Replies 0 Views 56. The desire to know, when, how, and if he should take these shots along with an unquenched thirst for competition, lead Brian to shoot precision rifle events. Most of my use of Retumbo has been in 25-06, pushing 110 and 115 grain bullets to good velocity. Re: Retumbo vs RL-25 for .300 RUM. Publisher cannot be responsible for errors in published load data. This magnum, extruded powder was designed expressly for the really large overbore cartridges such as the 7mm Remington Ultra Magnum, 300 Remington Ultra Magnum, 30-378 Weatherby Magnum, etc. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoys hunting and fishing with his family and mentoring youth through his ministry service. 212gn Hornady ELD-X, 89.6gn of Reloader 25 with Federal GMM magnum primers. How far are you jumping? I probably will not chrony until I find a good group then I'll break it out and record velocities. Here is a quick summary of what I have done so far with the 210 ABLR's. Just In the 2019 season, he will compete in twelve two-day national matches and 15 regional matches across the country, totaling 4,170 precision hand-loaded match rounds burning roughly 131,355 grains (18.75 pounds) of Varget in matches alone. and up to 80 grains under a 180 grain Nosler Accubond. Are you loading rounds into the gun individually? If I can't get good groups then I may be forced to seat them longer but we shall see. Zach, a resident of McCook, Nebraska, started shooting trap and hunting when he was 10. Its well suited for use in overbore cartridges. When we are sold out, we are sold out. I haven't got a brake on the rifle so it's already getting a bit frisky. Does anyone have data for the new hornady eld-x in the 300 RUM with retumbo? A devoted husband and father, Jake has formal degrees in sports medicine and youth ministry. Still good info! So I'm hoping I can kinda use that as a map. https://www.longrangehunting.com/thread ds.166886/. 3400 FPS out of a Remington sendero. Just thought I would share my findings with the 300RUM and 230gr Match Hybrid Target. DIY POW Hunt Sept - Oct (Transporter / Boat Rentals), OtoPro SoundGear Phantom and Impulse Review, Vortex Razor HD 4000 GB Rangefinder Review, Toric UHD 2.5-15x44mm FFP Hunt Series Riflescope Review, Hunting Big Mule Deer after Mid-October with Cliff Gray. I get good velocity and great accuracy. Like I said any and all input is welcome. JavaScript is disabled. Seaman what is your powder charge? Good luck. In the .300, Retumbo and RL-25 will probably be your best bet. He is also the past Editor of Blackpowder Guns and Hunting Magazine. He took his first turkey and mule deer at age 6 and his first bull elk at age 9. Seems like a magic mix B.C. Im running 215s and 3.68 90.5gr. I heard and read several interviews on what the causes are, but none on what the manufactures estimate when things will get better. You must log in or register to reply here. Phillip is also well known as a nationally ranked precision rifle competitor in the Precision Rifle Series and National Rifle League circuits. .300 RUM (Remington Ultra Magnum) - Published Manufacturer Loading Data Shellholders: Hornady #5 Lee #5 Lyman #13 RCBS #38 Recipe Type: Rifle Bullet Weight: ALL 110 gr 130 gr 140 gr 150 gr 155 gr 165 gr 167 gr 168 gr 170 gr 175 gr 180 gr 185 gr 190 gr 200 gr 212 gr 220 gr Powder: ALL Accurate 3100 Accurate 8700 Accurate MagPro The ELD-X absolutely disintegrated on the frontal shot at just under 3000fps. 145gr m62 load data help 308/300blk. Re: Loading the 300 RUM, 200 gr. No pressure signs as i worked up but you could tell when i hit the sweet spot with the groups for sure. Dianna has been highlighted by the NRA in American Warrior, the Washington Post and NRA Women. Here are some of the loads we have either tried, or are planning to try: We would love to hear from you if you have favorite Retumbo loads that you'd like to share! Have to load single shot in factory mag box but hit like hard and a mild load. I will say, however that after taking my first bull at 60 yards this year, I will likely be looking for a new bullet. Diannas also won the 2015 NRA World Shooting Championship Ladies title. In 1999, George opened GA Precision after apprenticing with three gunsmiths. Jake travels the country shooting, directing precision rifle matches, and teaching precision rifle classes. I also played with RL 33 and had good accuracy. Hailing from the Kansas City-area, Jaclyn is a rifle shooter specializing in precision rifle shooting. All but 2-3 of those are with handloadedammo. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Thanks for the review. He has also put together the first online Precision Rifle Training series of its kind, gaining viewers from all over the world on the JC Steel Targets website. I've used that load and it is accurate. I dont plan on stopping anytime soon and this year is scheduled to be as busy as any while shooting 4 different series. The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled. Reloading 300 RUM Shooters lyle_destroys Aug 5, 2020 1 2 Next Aug 5, 2020 #1 lyle_destroys Well Known Rokslider Joined Sep 7, 2018 Messages 1,103 Location Pennsylvania Have a rifle coming shortly, will be my first time. With the introduction of the 215 and 230 Hybrids I wont be using the 210's anymore but for those who do, here's what I came up with. Retumbo, H1000, or RL 25 in the 300RUM. I seam to get my best results with it . Todd is also a sought-after firearms instructor for military, law enforcement, and competitive shooters around the world. Feed so my o.a.l will be at 3.6175 . Using bullets from Nosler Partition, Sierra Round Nose, Barnes Round Nose. It ran 3225 out of a 26" barrel with excellent accuracy! He was trained as an armorer in the US Army, where he spent six years as a Military Police Investigator. Although her family hobby was horse shows and barrel racing, her father introduced her to USPSA in high school. Feed so my o.a.l will be at 3.6175 . Location. You are using an out of date browser. I am wondering about the bearing surface difference of the 212 / 220 Eldx compared to the Berger 215? I dont shoot it often enough bc brass is so hard to come by. Norma occasionally runs some when they're not making the Nosler brass and it's good but next to impossible to find. RETUMBO This magnum, extruded powder was designed expressly for the really large overbored cartridges such as the 7mm Remington Ultra Magnum, 300 Remington Ultra Magnum, 30-378 Weatherby Magnum, etc. Residing in Cheney Washington, Jake Vibbert owns JC Steel targets Inc. and is a strong competitor in the Precision Rifle Series and the National Rifle League. Foot of the Big Belt Mountains near Townsend MT. The Remington is easiest to come by and when match prepped it's good. JavaScript is disabled. LRT307 are you single feeding your Rum or do you use a magazine box. This magnum, extruded powder was designed expressly for the really large overbored cartridges such as the 7mm Remington Ultra Magnum, 300 Remington Ultra Magnum, 30-378 Weatherby Magnum, etc. I load for five different .300 rums and I only load 200 gr Accubonds either 91.5 gr RL-25 or 95 gr Retumbo both shoot great getting 3175 FPS Retumbo ADG brass Fed primers. Make an introduction to Jake and youll instantly receive a big grin and firm handshake. I was still testing loads, so I didnt get off the bench. Hodgdon RETUMBO Powder in stock now for sale is a magnum powder was designed expressly for the really large overbored cartridges such as the 7mm Remington Ultra Magnum, 300 Remington Ultra Magnum, 30-378 Weatherby Magnum, etc. Precision is making and looks forward to the future of creating the best professional custom rifles on the market. For hunting, a widely known and accepted load is 95 grains of Retumbo with a 200 gr Nosler Accubond. He has over 35 years experience in shooting, with approximately 50 tons of projectiles downrange with the assistance of Hodgdon Powder. A couple months later, Zach shot USAYESS competition in Grand Island. I just got a rum as well. Cant find R-25, R-26, H1000, 4350, or a host of others. Best bullet in mine is the 180-200 gr Nosler accubond and retumbo. Reason being, I'm working on my 300RUM load using Retumbo, 200ABs and haven't got very good results. It may not display this or other websites correctly. If I was going to try the 190 Bergers, I'd likely still start with Retumbo for the .300 RUM. 300 Norma Magnum - 230 grain Berger Loading, Norma 7.7 Japanese and 300 RUM Bondstrike Ammo. You'll get the speed up I'm certain of that. In addition, it is an Extreme Powder, making it . Using bullets from Sierra Soft Point Boat Tail, Swift SP, Speer Soft Point Boat Tail, Hornady Soft Point Boat Tail, Barnes X Flat Base, Nosler Partition. Dec 19, 2017 #5 J Jett Member Joined Nov 4, 2013 Messages 82 Reaction score 50 Points 18 Slick said: There was a reduction in charges required for the model 70 in the range of 5-6 grains for the same bullet weight. She recently took on the role of Southwest Regional Director for the Precision Rifle Series. Just thought I would freshen this thread up a bit. I shot a lot of Sta-Ball 6.5 and it worked well beyond expectations. I am running 230 Bergers at 3165 with N570 and no pressure in my 300 RUM. Ryan earned a Bachelors of Science in Chemistry and Plastics Engineering as well as a Masters of Science in Engineering Technologies. In her off time, Regina writes for many publications in both print and digital mediums, trains other shooters, and mentors several up-and-coming female competitors in the precision rifle discipline. As of 2014, Ryan and Dianna have become full time hunters and competitors, focusing most predominately on 3-Gun. I'm sure it would fare better at longer ranges but I'm not sure I'm willing to risk it. In addition, it is an Extreme Powder, making it perfect for big game hunting under all types of conditions. A longtime resident of Virginia, Todd competes in over 16 different shooting disciplines (to include USPSA, 3-Gun, Steel Challenge, IDPA, Olympic Rapid Fire, Shotgun Shooting Sports). Phillip Velayo currently serves as Gunwerks Long Range University Lead Instructor. In fact, Jake has compiled more wins than any other Shooter in the United States at national level Precision Rifle Series and National Rifle League events during that span. One is hard pressed to find a nicer person. The maxorder quantity of any powder SKU is, https://shop.hodgdon.com/sites/www/files/2022-04/2022-Extruded%20Rifle%20Hodgdo, https://shop.hodgdon.com/sites/www/files/2020-10/EXTREME%20RIFLE%20POWDERS.pdf. They are impressed by the light recoil and how cheap it is compared to buying new AA shells for practice or matches. Tipsy Tuesday: Elk Film, Gear, News, & More. To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. H1000 and RL25 tend to do better in the accuracy department, but they are a lot further from 100% case capacity. JavaScript is disabled. I put a wyatt's box in my 700 action, let's you seat out quite a bit further. In addition, it is an Extreme Powder, making it perfect for big game hunting under all types of conditions. Loading density is perfect for magnums, nicely filling the case at maximum charges, contributing to superb uniformity and accuracy. . 2019 Alabama Precision Long Range Challenge 5th, 2021 Alabama Precision Long Range Classic 3rd. She has also competed for the USA in two Pan-American Shotgun matches and the 2015 IPSC World Shotgun Ladies team that brought home gold! Powders include Hodgdon My name is Robert Brantley and I have been obsessed with precision rifle since 2007. In Brians first full season, he achieved several top ten finishes, two regional match wins, and a 20thplace overall finish in the National Rifle League. Retumbo 94.7 200Gr Accubond Under an Inch . To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. It runs 3125 fps in my 28" Krieger. Beaver County, Alberta. I have a Rem 700 LSS in 300 RUM. Being somewhat new at reloading (only been doing it about 3 years), how much will bullet seating depth, ie changing the COL, affect accuracy. I would start by using standard data for a similar bullet in the weight you're using. No i havent worked any more on that load it shoots 1 hole groups at 100 and clover leafs at 200 i think thats as good as it gets with a factory rifle granted it does have a muzzle brake but thats it. Growing up, Brian spent very little time indoors, with his passions being split between baseball and spending time in either the river, the desert, or the mountains. Nosler's data lists RL25 as being the bees knees, while 33 and Retumbo are pretty far down the list. Load data that I've received from Walt Berger for the 210 VLD H1000 85.3grs 2833fps to 91.6grs 3038fps RETUMBO 85.5grs 2844fps to 92.0grs 3035fps Ramshot Magnum 86.0grs 2835fps 90.8grs 2995fps Tried 8133 and Retumbo with 215 grain Bergers but that was very compressed that! 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