416 WSM first range trip

[Downandlow]

None yet, but I’ve maxed out those powders and am happy with the Speer loads. Have to see what else I can try for the 350gr TTSX. Wanna hit 2250fps. Availability limited here. I even tried H4350 as I have lots on hand but only got 1750fps slightly compressed load.

Maxed out case volume? I’m going to start building my 416 loads and curious on which powders to try. I have some 4895 and hate buying powder at these prices only to find they aren’t suitable. My barrel length is 20” and I beleive yours is 22”?

 

[Don416]

Barrel is just under 20”. With Speer 350 I could squeak a little more 4895 in the case but 3031 is maxed. Most on the site are using Accurate 2520 but I haven’t been able to get any.
I’m happy w/the Speer bullets, just want to juice up the Barnes 350gr TTSX a little more.
Think I can get some BL-C2 and try it.
Good luck.

 

[Downandlow]

My other thoughts on powders is to find the most temp stable as this rifle will likely be in Africa after Buffalo and Alaska for bears. Anyone tried 8208XBR?