Barnes TSX .22cal

[TXCOONDOG]

My sons Axis really likes the 55gr V-Max so I was thinking about trying out the TSX.

I know each gun is different, but wondering how well the bullet performed in the 50-62 grain range with your powder and primer combos in your Axis rifle.

Thanks,

[TXCOONDOG]

Replies don't have to be directly related to the TSX bullets.

Anyone try H335 or CFE , CCI 41 primers with 55-62gr bullets?

How about if your Axis rifle is more accurate with fired formed brass vs full length resizing ?

Maybe your rifle perfers a centain OAL and bullet jump?

[psharon97]

My go to powder for 223 has been IMR 4198.

[bootsmcguire]

As a rule of thumb, all the Savage rifles I have accuracy tested FL sized brass vs. Neck sized brass (with all other factors being equal), when I tested at 300 yards there was a noticeable difference in group size with the better groups going to the Neck Sized brass. I tested 308, 22-250, and 243AI. Take all that FWIW but it has been my experience. Some people prefer to bump the shoulders each time but not totally FL size. For me the Neck sizing gives me great groups and better brass life than FL sizing and is less work. In the 2 barrels for 223 I have played with enough to fare any useful conclusions I was neck sizing after the first loading.

As to your TSX inquiry I can be no help as I have not ever tried one in a .224 bore. For 55-65gr bullets though in a 223 I have had great luck with Varget and RL15.

[TXCOONDOG]

I just started reloading this past spring/summer so I'm still learning.

I do have some RL15 too. What is your neck sizing die preference ?

[bootsmcguire]

Me personally, if I can use a Lee Collet Die (aka-LCD) for the cartridge I am loading, I will.

I love the fact that the LCD requires no lube. It is freely cut inside so it comes nowhere near the shoulder. The LCD's are cut freely enough that you can use them on the Ackley Improved Versions of the case that the die is built for and still not touch the shoulder. They are inexpensive and easy to use. For me so far they have been consistent and load good ammo and seem to really extend the life of my brass. Some will argue that there are better dies out there and they are probably right, but they make ammo that shoots better than I can. Take all that FWIW.

[TXCOONDOG]

Me personally, if I can use a Lee Collet Die (aka-LCD) for the cartridge I am loading, I will.

I love the fact that the LCD requires no lube. It is freely cut inside so it comes nowhere near the shoulder. The LCD's are cut freely enough that you can use them on the Ackley Improved Versions of the case that the die is built for and still not touch the shoulder. They are inexpensive and easy to use. For me so far they have been consistent and load good ammo and seem to really extend the life of my brass. Some will argue that there are better dies out there and they are probably right, but they make ammo that shoots better than I can. Take all that FWIW.

I strive for MOA and if I get that or under in a hunting rifle, I'm pleased. LCD seem to get good reviews and definitely cheap enough to try! I like the concept behind the mandrel for neck tension.

Besides, I think most folks need to spend more time behind the trigger since that is going to have the greatest or worst impact of all on accuracy.

Thanks,