Best twist for 35 whelen barrel for heavy bullets

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03-25-2015, 07:53 AM
schwackerfox67

Best twist for 35 whelen barrel for heavy bullets

Going to put a 35 whelen barrel on my savage 116 30-06. What would be the best twist rate to shoot the heaviest bullets?
03-25-2015, 09:26 AM
scope eye

From what I have had Experience with, 12 twist is what you need for those 300gr Plus gr bullets.

Dean
03-25-2015, 05:37 PM
schwackerfox67

Thanks Dean. Will check on some barrels!
03-25-2015, 06:34 PM
scope eye

If you had more case volume you could get away with a 14 twist, but with the Whelen's 60gr capacity the 12 twist is the most viable option.

Dean

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