303 Savage cast load

[kjohn]

Made up 20 rounds using new Privi Partizan .303 Savage brass, 150 gr. FN Lee WW over 6 gr. of 700X. Gas checked, lubed with Lee Alox. I realize that gas checking isn't necessary with this load, but prefer knowing that the base is covered.

I have two nice old 99's, one a take-down, that I want to shoot a bit.

**Yes, I know I don't need FN bullets in a 99, but that's all I had at this time.

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[bjmurata]

Good looking round there,please keep us updated on how they perform out of your rifles.

 

[commonman]

Do keep us posted Kjohn. I have used a larger RN Lee bullet in my 99 and it worked quite well. Recently picked up a 180 Gn Lyman but lacked the time lately to do any casting (perhaps this winter). X700 is quite fast isn't it, I have used X800 but would like to know how this goes for you.