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Rem. 700 Sendero Accuracy
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<blockquote data-quote="johnnyk" data-source="post: 289375" data-attributes="member: 307"><p>victorc,</p><p> You are correct in thinking that your rifle should be shooting better. Some take longer than others for the barrel to settle down. I had a .300 WM Sendero that went over a 100rds before it settled down. Never seen a barrel broke in after 20 rds, specially not a factory tube. Keep shooting and cleaning (regularly). </p><p> The Winchester factory Power Points are not known for their accuracy. As a matter of fact the last time I shot them in a cousins 7mag, not only did they kick the crap outta me but they spewed holes all over the target. I think they suck, myself. As for the Berger, it is not the holy grail of bullets. I have a 7mmRM 700P that will attest to that. I've shot nearly a whole box (100ct) through this rifle using multiple powders/primers and seating depths. It does not like this weight Berger.</p><p> Try and find a torque wrench and get your action screw set at 65in/lbs like BillR said. What kind of rings/mounts are you using? Have you examined/checked the barrel crown? Don't give up. JohnnyK.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="johnnyk, post: 289375, member: 307"] victorc, You are correct in thinking that your rifle should be shooting better. Some take longer than others for the barrel to settle down. I had a .300 WM Sendero that went over a 100rds before it settled down. Never seen a barrel broke in after 20 rds, specially not a factory tube. Keep shooting and cleaning (regularly). The Winchester factory Power Points are not known for their accuracy. As a matter of fact the last time I shot them in a cousins 7mag, not only did they kick the crap outta me but they spewed holes all over the target. I think they suck, myself. As for the Berger, it is not the holy grail of bullets. I have a 7mmRM 700P that will attest to that. I've shot nearly a whole box (100ct) through this rifle using multiple powders/primers and seating depths. It does not like this weight Berger. Try and find a torque wrench and get your action screw set at 65in/lbs like BillR said. What kind of rings/mounts are you using? Have you examined/checked the barrel crown? Don't give up. JohnnyK. [/QUOTE]
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