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New 7-30....powder choices?

Posted By: Gsj

New 7-30....powder choices? - 08/26/2018 10:50 PM

Went to the gun show last weekend, came home with a used contender. 14? 7-30 Waters,4X Leupold scope, rings,& bases. Included RCBS dies, 60 pieces of brass,and 180 Federal factory rds. $575. Couldn?t walk away from that deal!
Went to the range today. After less than ten rds had it sighted in at 50 yards. Time to shoot a group. 3 shots into half an inch. Think I found a keeper.
Now my question. I plan on working up loads for 100-120 grain bullets , using them to hunt coyotes. Think I will try Hornady 120 grain V-max first. Any recommendations for a powder? Is there a stand out powder for the 7-30?
Thx for listening.
Posted By: racksmasher1

Re: New 7-30....powder choices? - 08/27/2018 12:09 AM

I use Varget in mine
Posted By: Mech 8

Re: New 7-30....powder choices? - 08/27/2018 1:44 AM

I've had good luck with Win 748 using 120gr Nosler B-T's. That does sound like you got a very good deal.
Posted By: mingokid

Re: New 7-30....powder choices? - 08/27/2018 2:55 AM

Have had good results with 120 grain ballistic tips and near the max listed loads of Varget. This is my favorite in 15 inch Encore. MK
Posted By: Gsj

Re: New 7-30....powder choices? - 08/27/2018 2:59 AM

I used varget in my 22-250.... worked well. Also wanted to try Sierra 100gr hp......anyone have experience with them?
Posted By: pab1

Re: New 7-30....powder choices? - 08/27/2018 5:05 AM

AA2460 is very accurate in mine using 120gr Nosler Ballistic Tips. I've also used Varget fire forming and it showed very good potential.
Posted By: 45MAN

Re: New 7-30....powder choices? - 08/27/2018 11:41 AM

I HOPE SOMEONE OUT THERE HAS EXPERIENCE WITH THE 100gr SIERRA's AS I AM THINKING OF TRYING THEM IN A 15 INCH IN 7MM TCU ENCORE FOR HOGS.
Posted By: ahandgunhunter

Re: New 7-30....powder choices? - 09/07/2018 4:57 PM

H335 Has been my go to powder with 120 bt in the 7-30 waters super accurate.
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