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Polished, correctly sized expanders used with powdered graphite do not pull brass causing longer cases. This is a fallacy, the extra...

I'm getting about 2850 with a 90gr Sierra TGK and LeverEvolution out of the 22" barrel. It's a laser.

My biggest issue for the 270 WSM was Winchester brass, not a fan whatsoever. I now have necked down 300 WSM Norma brass loaded with...

2640 with factory 108 ELDMs and 2800 with hand loaded 90gr ELDXs over Varget.

Mine is a CMMG with a 20” barrel. Zero complaints and very accurate.

I was just running some 168-200gr out my 300WM. I had 4 different powders being tested. Because I was shooting them all back to back, I...

RL16 is what I use in my 270 wsm. I've found that 58.2 grs will shoot any 130 gr bullet well, from .3 to .7 moa, ~3050-3187 fps. In my...

talk with a barrel maker as for a best gas port size AND location is very important! +2 or 3 isn't necessary if port is sized proper...

I’ve had excellent results on Mule deer with the Speer 140gr Speer Gold Dot, shoot them over the Alliant RL16 load recommendation on...

I appreciate the input & conversation on the subject. This rifle happens to be a Factory built Ruger Frontier. I didn't whack 10" of...

I've had good luck with 6.5 staball in my short magnums.

I’d give Big Game a try if velocity is what you’re seeking. I use Shooters World Long Rifle in a 20” 300 WSM under 150gr TSXs at...

I use graphite in the necks. Be careful that you don’t load powder right after the one shot because it can cake the powder if it’s not...

Most likely the collar is too high, causing the ‘spring’ in the claw to be weak. Have seen this multiple times. Also, if the claw is not...

Yes, please post some pics. Take the extractor off and send a few pics of the extractor collar too - to give a bit of reference to its...