7mm-08 Remington Shooters

[4stringdude]

For many years I have had a Jones for a rifle in 7mm-08. I definitely don't need another rifle for deer hunting. But, what does need have to do anything.

Anyway, I'm looking for others who have the 7mm-08. What ammo do you prefer? Bullet weight? I will eventually be hand loading for the rifle. If you reload what is your preferred powder(s)? I'm just trying to connect with others who shoot this caliber.

 

[Frontiersman]

The 7mm mag began getting painful to shoot so we parted ways and I moved down to the 7mm-08. I had a lot of 154 gr Hornady Polymer Tips left and just kept on using those. I used IMR 4064, because I had it on hand. It worked really well, but you can get more speed out of other powders.

I’ve been contemplating a 7mm-30. Lol

 

[4stringdude]

I’ve been contemplating a 7mm-30. Lol

Is that the same as the 7-30 Waters? It's a necked down 30-30 case. I have a couple of boxes of brass I picked up in an auction. If you ever jump on that, I would be happy to pass on the brass.

 

[4stringdude]

I've looked at reloading data for 7mm-08. I already have several compatible powders on hand. I figured I would just start with those and see what works. I hate to add another powder for a specific cartridge. I've done that and ended up with an orphaned tub of powder because it didn't meet expectations. If I can get good results with something I already have, mores the better.

 

[Frontiersman]

There have been a few variations, but the 7-30 Waters would be the better choice. Winchester made a few levers in it. You can find commercial runs of ammo. It would involve a rebarrel, or maybe a liner.

.307 to 7mm would also be a neat conversion in a lever rifle. I think it would take a bit more effort.

The lever rifle conversions need for flat nose bullets really limit your bullet choices though. It’s still a flatter shooter than the original .30 cal bullet.

I’ve been chewing on the idea for a few years.