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From: webdw@mvutd.att.com (Bruce D Woods)
Newsgroups: rec.guns
Subject: Re: Target/Benchrest questions - Bedding/Floating barrel, etc.
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Date: 14 Jun 91 00:56:44 GMT
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In article <35554@mimsy.umd.edu> cmort@NCoast.ORG (Christopher Morton) writes:
#As quoted from <35425@mimsy.umd.edu> by cscc1f@menudo.uh.edu (Gregory W. Hayes):
#
## I would also like some input what the most prevalent caliber is and any
## advice on what the best twist is for that caliber.  Right now I'm
## looking at .22-250, .25-06, .264 Win mag, 7mm Rem mag, .308, .30-06,
## .300 Win mag, and .220 Swift.  I should also put that the range I shoot
## at has a 500 yard section and that is my ultimate goal.
# 
#My suggestion would be .308, .30-06, or 6.5x55 in that order.  The former two
#I recommend because of the vast resources of components, loading data and 
#experience available.  The latter I recommend, just because it's such a 
#good round.  Very accurate and not at all punishing to shoot a lot.  A friend
#is using a Swedish M96 as a match rifle. 

I'd rate the 30-06 slightly above the .308 Win. esp. for 
long ranges.

Also, for superior long range target shooting, you'll want
to investigate the 6mm "bench rest" cartridge.  Very accurate.
(I've not personally shot the 6mm, look for yourself.)

BDW