Thanks for the suggestions. Yesterday since I already have IMR4198 went to try with the Speer 130FNHC and old Rem 150 Corelokt.
Surprisingly I was able to get little more velocity and smaller ES with Fed 205's vs CCI 450's .
Ended up at 130's @ 2328 avg and 150's @ 2141 avg. . I know CFE Blk...
Starting my 300 Ham'r bolt gun with 18" barrel. I know most use CFE Blk and 1680. I have been trying IMR4198 for now because already have on hand.
I working with 125, 130 , and 150 gr bullets.
What other powders you tried ? Varget, RL15 ?
Thanks
My ideas to share, besides making consistent loads. Check your fire control system. The firing pin needs to strike the same each time. Also remember the bullet is in the barrel longer so your handling and follow thru is important too.
Went down same road couple years ago trying to reach out...
Like everyone's suggestions here. Some boars can become very smart. It is good that he is "local" and not a traveler just passing thru. Some boars can have a very large home range. Scouting to find his travel pattern, water hole or rubbing post/tree away from the feeder will help you catch him...