6mm Creedmoor

[markwondi]

SPR finished up my 6mm Creedmoor about a month ago and so far during break in, it's showing promise. I used my custom reamer design for this barrel, which I designed around the Berger 109gr LRHT. Another member used my reamer as well on his build and it hammers with the 75gr hammer HHT's.

Shots 3-7 out of the barrel in the target picture.

I plan to retire my 6.5x47 for PRS and just make it a long range steel rifle and start using this 6mm CM.

I'll update once the barrel has settled in and the load finalized.

 

[Jcalder]

I almost went with a 6cm but ever since the 134eldm came out they've been on my mind. I'll be interested in seeing how this goes for you

 

[markwondi]

I almost went with a 6cm but ever since the 134eldm came out they've been on my mind. I'll be interested in seeing how this goes for you

Those 134's do fly well, although I'm partial to the Berger 135 LRHT

 

[Jcalder]

Those 134's do fly well, although I'm partial to the Berger 135 LRHT

My only complaint with Berger is the cost. But I may try a couple boxes anyway

 

[markwondi]

My only complaint with Berger is the cost. But I may try a couple boxes anyway

Yeah, that's definitely a downside, along with availability.

I like the ELD-M's for hunting but I'm a Berger fan for LR steel simply because I've had too many ELD's not make it to the target due to their thin jackets. Keeping the rpm below 280,000 is imperative with them.

 

[Jcalder]

Yeah, that's definitely a downside, along with availability.

I like the ELD-M's for hunting but I'm a Berger fan for LR steel simply because I've had too many ELD's not make it to the target due to their thin jackets. Keeping the rpm below 280,000 is imperative with them.

I've read that, but the number was 300k. I didn't know that was a thing until I started down this path

 

[markwondi]

I've read that, but the number was 300k. I didn't know that was a thing until I started down this path

The 7mm 180 ELD is notorious for it, which is a shame due to its BC. I still use it for hunting but run a much lower velocity node.

 

[Jcalder]

The 7mm 180 ELD is notorious for it, which is a shame due to its BC. I still use it for hunting but run a much lower velocity node.

When I ordered my barrel, they said if I was gonna use a prc or something faster to get a 7.5 twist, but with the cm they recommended a 7.

 

[Remi]

I bought a new factory take off from Northland Shooters in 6cm. It's a 26" threaded light varmint so it looks like I'm preparing for the caber toss in the Highland Games but my goodness it shoots good. It's a lay down and shoot steel/targets rifle, my 243 will magically become a 6cm when it's barrel dies.

Mine shoots good too, 10 @ 125yds

Peterson brass
Hornady 105 match
H4350 - 38.5grs
Cci200 sparkler

 

[markwondi]

When I ordered my barrel, they said if I was gonna use a prc or something faster to get a 7.5 twist, but with the cm they recommended a 7.

With the velocity you're at, you shouldn't have any issues

 

[markwondi]

I bought a new factory take off from Northland Shooters in 6cm. It's a 26" threaded light varmint so it looks like I'm preparing for the caber toss in the Highland Games but my goodness it shoots good. It's a lay down and shoot steel/targets rifle, my 243 will magically become a 6cm when it's barrel dies.

Mine shoots good too, 10 @ 125yds

Peterson brass
Hornady 105 match
H4350 - 38.5grs
Cci200 sparkler

Looking good!

 

[Remi]

Looking good!

A guy around here shot the 6cm forever out to 1500yds and he told me to try that load first. He said it's not blazing fast but crazy accurate. For me to shoot a group like that it must be wrapped pretty tight.


Farthest I've had mine is a shade over 600. Hopefully I can stretch it later on.

 

[nso123]

My 6CM is a hammer too. There is just something about that round. You don't hear many complaints about it.

 

[Remi]

A friend has two, one Seekins and one Ruger American Predator. Both shoot amazing.

 

[MUP]

Good gracious buddy! Ho Lee Cowl! Can't wait to see how it "settles down" !

 

[hunter0925]

Yes it does shoot very well with the 75s. It is quickly becoming my favorite rifle.

 

[nso123]

Yes it does shoot very well with the 75s. It is quickly becoming my favorite rifle.

I have been shooting the 88 Hammer Hunters in mine at 3500 fps. It is crazy flat.

 

[hunter0925]

I have been shooting the 88 Hammer Hunters in mine at 3500 fps. It is crazy flat.

I was trying to stay as light as possible so recoil was down if my daughter used it. It's still going 3600fps with a 75. I'm hoping to use it on pronghorn and or mule deer this year