The OP specifically stated he did not want to blow up his rifle or face.264WM would be my choice. 85gr HP at 3826 and could go faster. 160gr PPSN at 3200+ have reached 3265fps but pressure signs.
The OP specifically stated he did not want to blow up his rifle or face.264WM would be my choice. 85gr HP at 3826 and could go faster. 160gr PPSN at 3200+ have reached 3265fps but pressure signs.
No problems with the 85gr hp the 160gr needs to be backed off a little. My Remington 721 has had the 85gr hp and 100gr hp and BTs run through it for 50+ years has a new barrel which is a Shilen heavy varmint 30 inch barrel since 2010.The OP specifically stated he did not want to blow up his rifle or face.
Unless he changed his mind, he wants his build with a short action. My .264 WM is a long action, specifically built for the 156 Berger.264WM would be my choice. 85gr HP at 3826 and could go faster. 160gr PPSN at 3200+ have reached 3265fps but pressure signs.
We went over loads development back and forth for weeks, maybe even months. Checked his case measurements against mine, powder, bullets, primers, etc.This needs explaining!!