Good Monday Afternoon!
I hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July weekend. It is funny how things change when you get older. Growing up, my family went to firework shows, but we never really purchased consumer fireworks. When I moved out to Utah about 12 years ago I saw all these fireworks stands and I couldn’t justify spending money on fireworks. I always told myself I would be better to spend it on ammunition.
Fast forward to the last couple years. I have two kids, and we’ve bought fireworks, even though the town we live in had a fireworks display this year, we launched our own. Even on a modest budget we were able to entertain the kids for over an hour, and seeing their expressions and excitement made the money spent worth it. Perspectives change over time, and having a family changes a lot.
I found sometime this weekend to do a write up, I’ve been wanting to do for awhile. Lots of people have asked me my thoughts on velocity for certain loads. I’ve played with enough cartridges and loads to know what I like, and what I don’t like. So I have come to my opinions on what the ideal velocity range is on a load intended for long range shooting. I do my best to present it in this write up.
My Ideal Velocity for Long Range Shooting
I don’t really talk about accuracy, and I do make fun of the 7mm RUM a bit, as that is probably the most extreme way to waste powder I have had the displeasure of playing with. Truth is, excellent accuracy can be had with the 7mm RUM, and we’ve seen examples like the 30-375 Weatherby, produce match winning results at velocities that are nearing the obscene. Accuracy really has a lot of variables to it, that include the shooter, and it has been my experience that when most cartridges are shot in lab conditions, from a bench rest, with good bullets, they typically produce accuracy that any shooter would be proud of.
All of this reinforces the fact accuracy is often more about how much range time the shooter has and less about the equipment the shooter is using. A point I do try and make.
Anyway, I know there is a range of opinions and observations out there. Here’s what I’ve observed. If you think I’m way off base, or have made some different observations I’d love to hear about them. Shoot me and email at Jayandrew338@gmail.com, comment on our Facebook page, or leave me a message on Instagram.
Have a productive and safe week!
The Ballistic Assistant