.260 vs 6.5 Creedmore

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260 rem, 1 in 8 twist, 140 gr berger elite hunter over N550 with it 20 thou off the lands. 100 yds,3 shot group at 2760 ft/s. Offset is on purpose.
 
Gun hawk is absolutely correct. And when state or local regulations infringe on our rights as citizens of our great country, we have the right to relocate to a state that not only allows but supports the activities we cherish so dearly. Thanks Gunhawk for for highlighting that. Gibbs
EXACTLY why I moved from PA to WY!
 
There is not enough difference between the 260 and the 6.5CM to warrant a big argument about which is superior. I prefer the 6.5x55 over them both , but, of course, the x55 is better suited to a somewhat longer action. i have, at present, 700 Classic in 6.5x55, and a 721 Remington rebarrelled to 6.5x55AI. These are 8 twist units, and i have shot both out past 1000 yards with pleasing results. This years Elk was not too pleased with the AI. One shot at 355 yds, drt. 142 LRAB at 3000+. If I had to choose between the CM and the 260, I would toss a coin, since I shoot no factory ammo at all. Dave.
 
I have a regular 260 and a 260 IMP with 30 degree shoulders. Both have a 1-7.5 twist barrel from Keriger. The 260 IMP is my PRS rifle and it leaves the 6.5 CM behind. Here is my 5 shot group at 100.
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I personally prefer the 6.5x55 and the 260. I bought 3 of my grandchildren 6.5 Creedmoors ONLY because they can buy ammo for 6.5 CM a lot easier than for the 6.5x55 and the 260 since I won't be around to reload for them forever. Bummer!
 
I personally prefer the 6.5x55 and the 260. I bought 3 of my grandchildren 6.5 Creedmoors ONLY because they can buy ammo for 6.5 CM a lot easier than for the 6.5x55 and the 260 since I won't be around to reload for them forever. Bummer!

6.5x55 Rifles
1) https://www.cheaperthandirt.com/tik...wedish-22.4-barrel-blued/FC-082442859194.html

2) https://www.cheaperthandirt.com/sau...k-silver-cerakote-finish/FC-810496021508.html

3) https://www.cheaperthandirt.com/tik...-fluted-barrel-stainless/FC-082442859750.html

4) Lefty
https://www.cheaperthandirt.com/tik...4-barrel-blued-left-hand/FC-082442859712.html
 
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I personally prefer the 6.5x55 and the 260. I bought 3 of my grandchildren 6.5 Creedmoors ONLY because they can buy ammo for 6.5 CM a lot easier than for the 6.5x55 and the 260 since I won't be around to reload for them forever. Bummer!

6.5x55 Ammo prices
https://ammoseek.com/ammo/6.5x55mm

Just tell them to go to ammoseek.com and look-up any caliber ammo :D
 
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