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if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet #6700853 03/09/17 08:39 PM
Joined: Jun 2011 Posts: 34,071 Frisco B Buzzsaw OP THF Celebrity
OP Buzzsaw THF Celebrity B Joined: Jun 2011 Posts: 34,071 Frisco	pick 1, 140gr, 6.5 bullet for long range MATCH shooting SPACE FOR RENT

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6700880 03/09/17 09:04 PM
Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 41,223 Wolfe City, TX J.G. THF Celebrity
J.G. THF Celebrity Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 41,223 Wolfe City, TX	140 Hornady ELD-M I've put some time behind it recently. It's the best target bullet I've ever used. 800 Yard Steel Range Precision Rifle Instruction Memberships and Classes Available

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6700912 03/09/17 09:37 PM
Joined: Aug 2011 Posts: 1,682 Midlothian, TX C cmorsch Pro Tracker
cmorsch Pro Tracker C Joined: Aug 2011 Posts: 1,682 Midlothian, TX	140 Berger Elite Hunters

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6700924 03/09/17 09:48 PM
Joined: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,219 Red River way D dee THF Trophy Hunter
dee THF Trophy Hunter D Joined: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,219 Red River way	Elite hunter or eldm/x "A vote is like a rifle; it's usefulness depends on the character of the user" Theodore Roosevelt

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6700944 03/09/17 09:59 PM
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Blackout Bill Pro Tracker B Joined: Mar 2015 Posts: 1,876 Flower Mound	nosler 140 accubond maybe?

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6700997 03/09/17 10:31 PM
Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 9,524 Wise Co. R RiverRider THF Trophy Hunter
RiverRider THF Trophy Hunter R Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 9,524 Wise Co.	If I was going to get into this game, there's a very good chance I'd go with a 6.5 and I think I'd try the Bergers, the Hornady ELD, and the new Nosler RDF. My curiosity would force me to try the 142 LRAB also. Chances are slim I'd ever do it though...too many irons in other fires, and I'm more inclined to play benchrest anyway (and I KNOW that ain't gonna happen). "Arguing with you always makes me thirsty." -Augustus McRae

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6701012 03/09/17 10:37 PM
Joined: Jun 2011 Posts: 34,071 Frisco B Buzzsaw OP THF Celebrity
OP Buzzsaw THF Celebrity B Joined: Jun 2011 Posts: 34,071 Frisco	Originally Posted By: Buzzsaw pick 1, 140gr, 6.5 bullet for long range MATCH shooting Exclude the ELDM since no one has any for sale what are the 6.5X.284 longrange benchrester's shooting? SPACE FOR RENT

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6701022 03/09/17 10:51 PM
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JTPinTX Tracker J Joined: Apr 2015 Posts: 610 TX Panhandle	I am hearing some really good things about the RDF. BC is supposed to be legit. Friend of mine has tried them in 6.5x47 and 308, and says they shoot really well. Of course the ELD-M and Berger Hybrid would be in the running as well. Ultimately the rifle is going to tell you which one, but I bet it would be one of those 3. Or put another way, if the rifle won't shoot one of those 3, then you need to figure out what is wrong with the rifle.

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6701030 03/09/17 10:59 PM
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OP Buzzsaw THF Celebrity B Joined: Jun 2011 Posts: 34,071 Frisco	on the Bergers, I shoot the 140VLD hunting bullet in my 6.5 Weatherby. Which Berger for match , tiny groups yo long range 800 yards. Hybrid Elite Hunters they got me confused SPACE FOR RENT

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6701073 03/09/17 11:38 PM
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dee THF Trophy Hunter D Joined: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,219 Red River way	Originally Posted By: Buzzsaw on the Bergers, I shoot the 140VLD hunting bullet in my 6.5 Weatherby. Which Berger for match , tiny groups yo long range 800 yards. Hybrid Elite Hunters they got me confused Vld can be picky when it comes to oal and can get out of tune with slight changes. Hybrid and classic hunter are much moe forgiving. "A vote is like a rifle; it's usefulness depends on the character of the user" Theodore Roosevelt

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6701109 03/10/17 12:06 AM
Joined: Jan 2009 Posts: 19,302 Wylie, TX J Judd #1 Creedmoor Fan
Judd #1 Creedmoor Fan J Joined: Jan 2009 Posts: 19,302 Wylie, TX	Hybrid or 140 vld Originally Posted by Phil Robertson Don't let your ears hear what your eyes didn't see, and don't let your mouth say what your heart doesn't feel

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6701120 03/10/17 12:14 AM
Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 18,970 Lewisville, TX C ChadTRG42 THF Celebrity
ChadTRG42 THF Celebrity C Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 18,970 Lewisville, TX	Buzz, I bought something like 20,000 of the 140 grain Berger VLD-H bullets direct from Berger many years ago. I committed to this bullet for all my hunting and (mainly) competition/target shooting, and have been very pleased. Once you get it dialed in, it shoots very well. I started out with my 260 Rem with these, and now I'm loading them in a 6.5x47 Lapua. I have tested MANY different bullets side by side in multiple rifles. The Berger bullets have always shot better than others. On a side note. If you develop a load with a VLD or Hybrid, take measurements of the ogive, and ogive the tip lengths. Berger has seen varying their ogive to tip length on some lots. That was the main reason why I bought so many was to keep the same lot of bullets throughout and didn't have to re-tune my load. The 140 Hybrid was not out then, and I would go the Hybrid route given the option. If you want to make a large purchase, let me know. I get dealer discounts direct with Berger and in 1000 count buckets! Custom and Precision Ammunition!! https://DallasReloads.com/ Type 01 and Type 06 FFL

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: ChadTRG42] #6701122 03/10/17 12:22 AM
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Cleric Extreme Tracker C Joined: Mar 2012 Posts: 3,809	Originally Posted By: ChadTRG42 Buzz, I bought something like 20,000 of the 140 grain Berger VLD-H bullets direct from Berger many years ago. I committed to this bullet for all my hunting and (mainly) competition/target shooting, and have been very pleased. Once you get it dialed in, it shoots very well. I started out with my 260 Rem with these, and now I'm loading them in a 6.5x47 Lapua. I have tested MANY different bullets side by side in multiple rifles. The Berger bullets have always shot better than others. On a side note. If you develop a load with a VLD or Hybrid, take measurements of the ogive, and ogive the tip lengths. Berger has seen varying their ogive to tip length on some lots. That was the main reason why I bought so many was to keep the same lot of bullets throughout and didn't have to re-tune my load. The 140 Hybrid was not out then, and I would go the Hybrid route given the option. If you want to make a large purchase, let me know. I get dealer discounts direct with Berger and in 1000 count buckets! What do you mean Berger shot better than other bullets/brand?

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6701137 03/10/17 12:35 AM
Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 18,970 Lewisville, TX C ChadTRG42 THF Celebrity
ChadTRG42 THF Celebrity C Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 18,970 Lewisville, TX	Yes. I've tried Scenars, A-max's, SMK, and the Berger was more consistent and shot tighter further out. I shot a group that was 1 3/8" at 600 yards with the 140 VLD's when I was dialing in my come ups for a match. They just freakin' shoot. I'm not saying those other bullets won't shoot well, because they do. I've just had more consistent groups with the Bergers, once you dial them in. Custom and Precision Ammunition!! https://DallasReloads.com/ Type 01 and Type 06 FFL

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6701181 03/10/17 01:38 AM
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Sneaky THF Celebrity S Joined: Oct 2012 Posts: 29,673 Weatherford, TX	ELD

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6701231 03/10/17 02:34 AM
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TackDriver Pro Tracker T Joined: May 2014 Posts: 1,100	ELD and Berger is hard to beat. I just don't like the Sierra very much due to bigger variances on the ogive. I use the 123 Sierra MK in the 6.5 x 284 and shoots tight, but the 142 is better due to higher BC The ELD-M shot so tight that I just ordered 5 boxes of the same lot yesterday. Last edited by Big Stan; 03/10/17 02:58 AM.

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6701300 03/10/17 05:04 AM
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Big Fitz THF Trophy Hunter B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 5,456 Prosper, TX	130 Berger Hybrids is what the cool kids shoot! Originally Posted by onlysmith&wesson I was wrong...on anything technical. Originally Posted by Sailor Fitz............. is right, ya know............

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6702024 03/11/17 01:35 AM
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TackDriver Pro Tracker T Joined: May 2014 Posts: 1,100	Checked base to ogive measurement on the last bullet I saved and its .693 and the new lot measurement is .692 Looks like I don't need to adjust seating depth. Time to play with some toys Last edited by Big Stan; 03/11/17 01:45 AM.

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6702038 03/11/17 01:45 AM
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Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6702139 03/11/17 03:13 AM
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30378 Veteran Tracker 3 Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 2,856 Deer Park, Tx.	Orange box 140gr Berger VLDs get my money. They have been fantastic in my 6.5X47L NRA Benefactor Life Member - Free men should not be subjected to permits, paperwork and taxation in order to carry a firearm.

Re: if you had to choose 1 , 6.5 bullet [Re: Buzzsaw] #6704064 03/13/17 03:29 PM
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Huckleberry75 Bird Dog H Joined: Mar 2016 Posts: 365 Yukon, OK	135 JLK Are you going to pull those pistols, or whistle Dixie?

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