Rickyd Posted April 25, 2023 Report Share Posted April 25, 2023 I’m toying with the idea of reloading. With so many different options I’m a bit confused. I’m planning on loading 52g eld match for my .223 what powder would be best to use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durham Shooter Posted April 25, 2023 Report Share Posted April 25, 2023 I would suggest finding which powders are available near you, lots of shortages everywhere, consult a reloading manual, I prefer Hornady although others are available. It may be prudent to attend a reloading course (NRA or other) these courses are subject to much discussion on this forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popsbengo Posted April 25, 2023 Report Share Posted April 25, 2023 1 hour ago, Rickyd said: I’m toying with the idea of reloading. With so many different options I’m a bit confused. I’m planning on loading 52g eld match for my .223 what powder would be best to use? Get an up to date manual like Lyman 50th Edition, internet info is no substitute especially when starting out. As Durham Shooter says above, maybe think about attending a reloading course Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
English Rifleman Posted April 25, 2023 Report Share Posted April 25, 2023 5 hours ago, Popsbengo said: Get an up to date manual like Lyman 50th Edition, internet info is no substitute especially when starting out. As Durham Shooter says above, maybe think about attending a reloading course I dont know how much the Lyman Edition is, But if he is shooting hornady, then use there App, its basic is free, then for £1 buy the caliber you are loading for. (or $1 cant remember) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geek Posted April 25, 2023 Report Share Posted April 25, 2023 Vihtavuori Reloading Data For Rifle, Handgun and Cowboy Action Shooting Loads Reloading data tool for rifle, handgun and cowboy action shooting - Vihtavuori Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richiew Posted April 25, 2023 Report Share Posted April 25, 2023 How’s that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagleeye Posted August 1, 2023 Report Share Posted August 1, 2023 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxpig Posted August 1, 2023 Report Share Posted August 1, 2023 N130. N133 .n135 all work great in 223 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robotshooter Posted August 2, 2023 Report Share Posted August 2, 2023 CFE223, Win748, and BL-C2 are all similarly great for velocity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geek Posted August 3, 2023 Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 I use Vihitauori N140 with Sierra Matchking bullets in my Remington 700 .223. I have shot these out to 600 yards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richiew Posted August 3, 2023 Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 1 hour ago, geek said: I use Vihitauori N140 with Sierra Matchking bullets in my Remington 700 .223. I have shot these out to 600 yards. What size matchkings and how much powder pls Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoppe Posted August 4, 2023 Report Share Posted August 4, 2023 I have 2 .223 rifles. I use n133 for 55grain blitz kings in 1 rifle. The other rifle I use n140 for 77 grain match kings or heavier bullets Both rifles / powders give excellent results. Both loads are in the high 24 grain range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geek Posted August 9, 2023 Report Share Posted August 9, 2023 On 8/3/2023 at 9:44 PM, Richiew said: What size matchkings and how much powder pls 69 gr matchkings, 25gr of N140 with Lapua brass and CCI 400 primers Load development and 600 yard shoot from a bipod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richiew Posted August 9, 2023 Report Share Posted August 9, 2023 WOW very good indeed thank you for sharing your load . I’ve used N540 lately but will use it up and concentrate on N140 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popsbengo Posted August 9, 2023 Report Share Posted August 9, 2023 2 hours ago, geek said: 69 gr matchkings, 25gr of N140 with Lapua brass and CCI 400 primers Load development and 600 yard shoot from a bipod I'm not quite sure what you're showing us?? How does the top target picture relate to the image below ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geek Posted August 14, 2023 Report Share Posted August 14, 2023 On 8/9/2023 at 11:39 PM, Popsbengo said: I'm not quite sure what you're showing us?? How does the top target picture relate to the image below ? The first target was just showing the three shot group after I had worked the load up. I was lucky to get a still day, the top group was shot at 100 yards off a bipod.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popsbengo Posted August 15, 2023 Report Share Posted August 15, 2023 7 hours ago, geek said: The first target was just showing the three shot group after I had worked the load up. I was lucky to get a still day, the top group was shot at 100 yards off a bipod.. Ah, I see. Good shooting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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