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Old 10-29-2017, 04:07 PM
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hey guys i just picked up a remington 783 in 308 win. with the vortex crossfire 2. its a nice gun but does anyone have one any idea on what ammo they like? thanks in advance.
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Old 10-29-2017, 04:17 PM
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You really won't know until you try a few. 1-10 twist might like the heavier bullets. 165-180's. For factory fodder my ruger m77 with the same twist shoots federal premium 165 sierra game kings the best. About tied at second place are Remington cor-lokt 180's and Sako 180g hammerhead.

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Old 10-29-2017, 04:47 PM
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With a 1:10, anything above 150gr. It will depend upon what your rifle likes. If it were me, and I was using factory loads, I would use 168gr SMK's in Federal Gold Medal match.

Even better if you hand load and develop something your rifle likes.
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Old 10-29-2017, 04:55 PM
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You really won't know until you try a few. 1-10 twist might like the heavier bullets. 165-180's. For factory fodder my ruger m77 with the same twist shoots federal premium 165 sierra game kings the best. About tied at second place are Remington cor-lokt 180's and Sako 180g hammerhead.

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I will second this. My 308 is a Remington and loves the 165 Sierra game king
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Old 10-29-2017, 05:49 PM
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Thanks guys I'll be taking it out thursday any ranges you can recommend in calgary or near Calgary?
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