I'm of the opinion that the M1 is as viable today as ever as a field rifle, with modern powder and bullet technology possibly improving performance.
I'm starting research on the Hornady 180 grain interbond projectile. It's only 7 grain heavier than the designed projectile and is a boattail with no cannlure. I need to test to see if my barrel likes the bearing surface and if the old girl likes them I'll play with some powders. If she hates them I'll look at a different projectile.
For powder I'm starting with H4895 with my concept that this will be my slowest powder, heading up the burn rate chart towards faster powders in the direction of H335.
Is there anyone out there with experience with these projectiles and powders?
I'm starting research on the Hornady 180 grain interbond projectile. It's only 7 grain heavier than the designed projectile and is a boattail with no cannlure. I need to test to see if my barrel likes the bearing surface and if the old girl likes them I'll play with some powders. If she hates them I'll look at a different projectile.
For powder I'm starting with H4895 with my concept that this will be my slowest powder, heading up the burn rate chart towards faster powders in the direction of H335.
Is there anyone out there with experience with these projectiles and powders?
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