Anyone running 25 cals?

[lyle_destroys]

I have a m77 .257 bob that I'm thinking about have AI'd. 1-10" twist. Would like to run eldx or maybe Berger's for whitetails. Anyone else running .257s out to 750 or more?

 

[willfrye027]

My next build will be a fast twist in .257, planning to shoot the blackjack 131gr bullets and some hammer bullets as well for a long range build.

 

[PathFinder]

I used to shoot 115 Bergers and 100 SMK out of my 25 WSSM. At the time I shot it on paper out to 1k and deer to 600, wouldn't hesitate to do it again. The 131 ACE is what 25 cals were born to be, but you'll need a 7 twist barrel for them.

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[lyle_destroys]

My next build will be a fast twist in .257, planning to shoot the blackjack 131gr bullets and some hammer bullets as well for a long range build.

I think the heaviest I can go with hammers in the 93gr with my twist. I need to run the numbers on it and see where my velocity would get questionable.

 

[lyle_destroys]

I used to shoot 115 Bergers and 100 SMK out of my 25 WSSM. At the time I shot it on paper out to 1k and deer to 600, wouldn't hesitate to do it again. The 131 ACE is what 25 cals were born to be, but you'll need a 7 twist barrel for them.

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I've I get it AI'd I think I can get the 100 smks to 3200 or so. I've shot great groups with them before. Wind will could be more of an issue though.

 

[wind gypsy]

I've I get it AI'd I think I can get the 100 smks to 3200 or so. I've shot great groups with them before. Wind will could be more of an issue though.

Considering a 75 ELD out of a 223 would buck the wind better, I'd save yourself the hassle of putting money into a modest sized 10 twist quarter bore for long range.

 

[lyle_destroys]

Considering a 75 ELD out of a 223 would buck the wind better, I'd save yourself the hassle of putting money into a modest sized 10 twist quarter bore for long range.

Ackleys are just cool though!

 

[menhaden_man]

Why the hell not! Check out this article...

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[eLightfoot]

.25 is my all time favorite. its right in the sweet spot for lightweight, but not too light, high BC bullets. Low recoil, speed, standard capacity cases, or wicked fast magnums. It would be wise to put on a fast twist barrel if you are going go thru the process of AI'ing. The Ace is legit, and Berger is supposed to be releasing a 127 hybrid. Only a matter of time till Hornady follows with a ELD and nosler with an LRaccubond.

 

[codym]

Alot of guys down here running 25 creeds. Really impressive round. I will eventually build one. Do a fast twist with 131 blacjacks, you will be happy!

 

[Overdrive]

I did a 257 Wthby pushing 115 Bergers this combo has put several animals down Elk, Deer and Antelope. Factory Rifle Weatherby Vanguard II topped with a Huskemaw.

 

[YBPS]

25x47 Lapua. Check it out.

 

[Tksd]

How about a fast twist 250-3000? Side by side with a creedmore you can hardly tell the difference... I like the 250 Bob as well...

 

[lyle_destroys]

How about a fast twist 250-3000? Side by side with a creedmore you can hardly tell the difference... I like the 250 Bob as well...

Should AI the .250 savage, that would be a cool freakin wildcat. I still think I'm going to ai my 257 bob. Should be able to run Hornady eldx's with that twist. Burn that barrel and I'll do another route.