copper 308

[Paulmax11]

I’m currently using sierra 150grn gamekings in my Tikka 308 and I have just opened the last box of 100. has anyone been using copper heads with success. if so what make and weight?
has the powder weight changed much? would like to hear of peoples experience with them.many thanks.

 

[SimpleSimon]

I have been using copper bullets for quite a while in 308.
130gr Barnes TTSX really opens up the potential of the 308 vs. heavier bullets, you can easily hit 2900-3000fps from a 20 inch barrel which gives point and shoot ability out past 200 meters.
That said, I've also just started to experiment with the 168gr Barnes as a woodland load. The 130 can be a bit brutal on muntjac close-in so I wanted something slower and heavier. Plus, it's fun to faff with load development and having two loads gave me an excuse to buy a second scope

 

[3595wilk]

Fox 130s in front of N133 worked well for me in my 20 inch Tikka. Bit brutal on Roe and below though .....

 

[disco_ike]

145gr Yew Tree over 44gr of N140 loaded 80thou off the lands. Group in a clover leaf at 100 and everything is bang flop with them so far.

 

[Moray Outfitting]

RWS evo green. J

 

[Ginc]

Barnes Ttsx 165gr+ N540, used mainly against big red deer. 130gr Fox + N135 for short barrel rifle.