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Ok here is the problem:
I have an M1 Garand, Mossberg Patriot, and T/C Encore all 30-06 caliber.
Recipes...That is reload per Hornady reload data:
Primer: CCI #200 Large Rifle
Powder: IMR4064 (grain weight non applicable).
Bullet: 165/168 grain
C.O.A.L.:
M1: 3.220
All Others: 3.210
My C.O.A.L. is 3.213 - 3.221
Any C.O.A.L. greater than 3.213 creates a "stiff" or not able to bolt/ breach closure on the Mossberg; Greater than 3.211 the T/C fails to close. A C.O.A.L. less than 3.217 Greatly reduces accuracy in the M1.
All firearms are zeroed at 100 yards.
I need one C.O.A.L. to shoot accurately and function in all three types of firearms to avoid mix ups in which cartridge goes with which rifle. Should I need to grab a box and go or one rifle becomes "inoperative" and I need to resort to a back up rifle during a hunt.
All logical suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
I have an M1 Garand, Mossberg Patriot, and T/C Encore all 30-06 caliber.
Recipes...That is reload per Hornady reload data:
Primer: CCI #200 Large Rifle
Powder: IMR4064 (grain weight non applicable).
Bullet: 165/168 grain
C.O.A.L.:
M1: 3.220
All Others: 3.210
My C.O.A.L. is 3.213 - 3.221
Any C.O.A.L. greater than 3.213 creates a "stiff" or not able to bolt/ breach closure on the Mossberg; Greater than 3.211 the T/C fails to close. A C.O.A.L. less than 3.217 Greatly reduces accuracy in the M1.
All firearms are zeroed at 100 yards.
I need one C.O.A.L. to shoot accurately and function in all three types of firearms to avoid mix ups in which cartridge goes with which rifle. Should I need to grab a box and go or one rifle becomes "inoperative" and I need to resort to a back up rifle during a hunt.
All logical suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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