308 NATO handload

mondovino · #1 10-02-2009, 09:19 AM

I am looking for a load recipe for 7.62x51 that is as close as possible to a military M-80 load for my H&K G3 and my Chilean Mauser. I would like to load with WC846, but it is hard to find. I have 500 cases to reload and I don't want to buy 8 lbs if I only really need 3. I need powder, load and primer info. I am loading a 145gr FMJBT MIL SPEC USGI M80 bullet into once fired, processed, and ready to load military brass. Anyone have a suggestion?

festus · #2 10-02-2009, 10:11 AM

Military brass is thicker and has less internal capacity, Pressure spikes much higher and quicker with slightly less powder.Use a chrony and good load data or you could damage your mauser

Booga · #3 10-02-2009, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by festus

Military brass is thicker and has less internal capacity, Pressure spikes much higher and quicker with slightly less powder.Use a chrony and good load data or you could damage your mauser

I've heard the same. It pays to be safe...

mondovino · #4 10-02-2009, 02:55 PM

Yes, I understand that; that's why I am asking for a starting point with a load of powder that someone else has already used.

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308 NATO handload

I am looking for a load recipe for 7.62x51 that is as close as possible to a military M-80 load ...