6mm XC or 6mm Creedmoor
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I changed over to a 6XC from a 243, mainly for a faster twist than I could get in a factory barrel for my Blaser. couldn't be more pleased. Factory ammo availability is limited, though I reload so thats not an issue (not sure on how available 6mm Creedmoor would be?). Its a very easy chambering to load for imo, extremely accurate and consistent across a broad band of charge weights (I use VihtN550) Its become my foxing choice at the moment with 87gn vmax. come Spring I'll be playing around with heavier bullets for long range gong play, and Ive got some Yew tree copper to try out too.
White Hart
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In retrospect I wish I'd put in for a 6XC over the Creedmoor. As in one of the post above, if you go that route you may need to reload as the factory offerings aren't plentiful.
ColinBr
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Yes I reload Ronin.
Not sure on availability of brass or dies at the moment, but will probably be later in the year before I even get to starting any build.
I liked my 6XC very much, however with my move to non-lead ammunition I'm getting it re-barrelled to 260 Rem. If I was looking at a 6mm rifle today, I would also look at -
bulletin.accurateshooter.com
You need to assess each of the 6mm options against your criteria.
6PPC 6BR 6 Dasher 6mm Swiss Match 6XC 243WSSM 243 Win 6.5X47 Lap 260 Rem 6.5 Creedmoor 6.5X55mm
This is an old image that I found when I was contemplating getting a 6XC.
Regards
JCS
Sunday GunDay: New 6GT Cartridge Tested in 3 Tactical Rifles « Daily Bulletin
The New 6GT Cartridge for Precision Rifle Competition Report by Vu Pham Earlier this year I was ready to build a 6 Dasher when I saw a lot of buzz on the interwebs about a new caliber George Gardner (Owner of GA Precision) and Tom Jacobs (Owner of Vapor Trail Bullets) designed, the 6GT.
6PPC 6BR 6 Dasher 6mm Swiss Match 6XC 243WSSM 243 Win 6.5X47 Lap 260 Rem 6.5 Creedmoor 6.5X55mm
This is an old image that I found when I was contemplating getting a 6XC.
Regards
JCS
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ColinBr
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Thanks
I was planning on using RS60 in this as I have it there for my 6.5 creedmoor, and looks like it may well be suitable.
ColinBr
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Yes I was planning on using the 6mm for Roe using Barnes TTSX around the 80gr markI liked my 6XC very much, however with my move to non-lead ammunition I'm getting it re-barrelled to 260 Rem. If I was looking at a 6mm rifle today, I would also look at -
You need to assess each of the 6mm options against your criteria.Sunday GunDay: New 6GT Cartridge Tested in 3 Tactical Rifles « Daily Bulletin
The New 6GT Cartridge for Precision Rifle Competition Report by Vu Pham Earlier this year I was ready to build a 6 Dasher when I saw a lot of buzz on the interwebs about a new caliber George Gardner (Owner of GA Precision) and Tom Jacobs (Owner of Vapor Trail Bullets) designed, the 6GT.
Regards
JCS
I have the 6.5mm creedmoor that I currently use 120gr TTSX and moving to 100gr TTSX for Reds.
I got My dies from Whidden in the US, they were in stock and came within a week.
ColinBr
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Thanks mate will have a look
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The reloaders are sniffy about the word Creedmoor, and sway towards the XC. But put them on the spot, and they’ll struggle to demonstrate any practical, repeatable advantage on paper, let alone in the field. At the end of the day, it seems to be more about “brand” than “product”. Lots of arm waving and discussion of microscopic differences in MOAs and thousandths of inches.
There’s only ever going to be one winner in terms of component (brass) and loaded ammunition availability… the 6mm Creedmoor. The XC will always be a rare show pony that has probably passed its peak already, whereas the 6mm Creedmoor is only just starting and with its backing it will become ubiquitous in a relatively short period of time just like it’s big brother. It has a significant advantage in that the Hornady Precision Hunter line is so accurate in pretty much any rifle that most amateur reloaders would struggle to beat it. For hunting purposes you wouldn’t really need anything else.
And of course with the Creedmoor you don’t need an expensive semi custom rifle to achieve your end objective. Several quality manufacturers are producing the 6mm Creedmoor in rifles that will shoot bug holes out of the box without the need to wait a year for someone to fiddle with it.
As you can tell from this post I am a practically minded fella. That’s important to you too, then the answer should be obvious.
The reloaders are sniffy about the word Creedmoor, and sway towards the XC. But put them on the spot, and they’ll struggle to demonstrate any practical, repeatable advantage on paper, let alone in the field. At the end of the day, it seems to be more about “brand” than “product”. Lots of arm waving and discussion of microscopic differences in MOAs and thousandths of inches.
There’s only ever going to be one winner in terms of component (brass) and loaded ammunition availability… the 6mm Creedmoor. The XC will always be a rare show pony that has probably passed its peak already, whereas the 6mm Creedmoor is only just starting and with its backing it will become ubiquitous in a relatively short period of time just like it’s big brother. It has a significant advantage in that the Hornady Precision Hunter line is so accurate in pretty much any rifle that most amateur reloaders would struggle to beat it. For hunting purposes you wouldn’t really need anything else.
And of course with the Creedmoor you don’t need an expensive semi custom rifle to achieve your end objective. Several quality manufacturers are producing the 6mm Creedmoor in rifles that will shoot bug holes out of the box without the need to wait a year for someone to fiddle with it.
As you can tell from this post I am a practically minded fella. That’s important to you too, then the answer should be obvious.
For 6mm creedmoor, If you have a 6.5 creedmoor die that uses neck bushings you can use that with the correct size bushes to save a second set of dies.
Lapua make 6mm creedmoor brass that’s readily available.
Lapua make 6mm creedmoor brass that’s readily available.
ColinBr
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Its just a set of redding FL dies I have for the 6.5 creed unfortunately
ColinBr
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Suppose I should update this thread.
Had my rifle built by Ronin and since then it has firmly become my favourite rifle.
Superbly accurate and a pleasure to shoot.
It still surprises if how little I need to dial up to get it on at 300 yards.
I used the rifle on the Stags during the rut with no worries at all. Shot placement is a simple thing with this rifle.
Had my rifle built by Ronin and since then it has firmly become my favourite rifle.
Superbly accurate and a pleasure to shoot.
It still surprises if how little I need to dial up to get it on at 300 yards.
I used the rifle on the Stags during the rut with no worries at all. Shot placement is a simple thing with this rifle.
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