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  1. 03-25-2015, 07:53 AM #1
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    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?
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  3. 03-25-2015, 09:26 AM #2
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    From what I have had Experience with, 12 twist is what you need for those 300gr Plus gr bullets.

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  4. 03-25-2015, 05:37 PM #3
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    Thanks Dean. Will check on some barrels!
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  5. 03-25-2015, 06:34 PM #4
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    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.

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