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    Posted: February/26/2011 at 21:27
i just got a new x-bolt 7mm wsm and would like some recommendations as to what loads i should reload for it for hunting elk, i plan on using a 160 grain bullet in accubond, and tsx, but will also be trying 154 grain interbond, as well as 150 grain e-tip and ttsx. i have never reloaded but my father has and he already has all the equip, all i neet to do is get the brass, bullets, and die set.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote ckk1106 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: February/26/2011 at 22:43
Any of the bullets you've listed would be fine for elk.  It's just a matter of what shoots well out or your gun.  I've always used Winchester brass and RCBS dies, but whatever brand is available will work.  
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote lucytuma Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: February/27/2011 at 07:38

All the bullets listed should work fine for elk, have fun reloading. Be careful, reloading can become very addictive. Big Smile

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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Johnny Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: February/27/2011 at 13:05
I like Barnes bullets and they should work well. They are long for their weight, so you need to watch  what powders you use. I try to avoid powders that have to be compressed a lot. I use Reloader 22 powder and that works well. Barnes bullets like clean barrels to shoot well. Good luck.Smile
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote dezmick Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: February/27/2011 at 18:01
I am going to try imr4350 with win brass and primers since my dad already has that stuff, i am pretty sure that will work fine since i have seen people recommend it, now all i got to do is get my rcbs dies, brass and bullets from ups and i will be off and loading.

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That should work fine. Try it and see how it does. It's real good when Dad has stuff to use!!!Big SmileYippee
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That should work fine. Try it and see how it does. It's real good when Dad has stuff to use!!!Big SmileYippee
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Barnes have performed well on elk for me.  Don't overlook the Berger VLD Hunting series, they are easy to get to shoot, have high BCs, and good terminal ballistics.
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