Here's a question I'm sure most all newer reloaders want to ask but are afraid to ask.
Just what is the sequence of events leading up to that magic load? Do you start with standard COL lengths or do you start .005 off the lands or jammed? Where is the best place to start with powder charge? In the middle or down low and work up in 1 gr increments? Which comes first? I guess what I'm asking is where do you old timers and great shooters begin when working up a load? Then where do you go from that basic starting load to get to the rifles preferred sweet spot load? Given loading manual data, what is the deciding factor of where you begin when working up a good shooting load in your rifle?
Sorry if this sounds like a stupid question. I'm just trying to figure out the best way to get there without wearing out the barrel (and my wallet) before I find 'that' load.