Took my new ( to me) 1985 production Model 110 .243 to the range this morning, for a get to know each other secession.
I had some left over cases from my last, less than satisfactory, 243. I loaded them with 44 grains H4831 and a 95 grain Hornady SST. OAL 2.635
Tried her at 50 to see where the scope was looking. Had to come left an inch and a half. Elevation was spot on. The old ( Japanese) Simmons tracked fine. Bonus! It didn't fog!
All groups slow fire, 3 rounders. At 50, 5/8' s. At 100... 3/4 and the last 3 were 11/16' s.
Not too shabby! For the first load tried to be a winner is very comforting.
FFE was 10.0%. Blast was noticeable, but not terrible. Recoil was comfortable and barrel heat a non-issue on this 38* morning. Copper fouling seems light too. Of course I will work on more loads, but this one is ready for the woods!
Now one range trip does not a trend make, but this is a very good start.
I think this little 243 and me are gonna be good friends!