I did not see what cartridge you were shooting, I assume 308. I have never loaded for 308, but if you don't see acceptable results with you closing the gap don't ignore the possibility of a longer jump. In my 6.5 Creedmoor my initial load had a jump of .132 with a Berger VLD resulting in 0.2" and 0.3" groups. According to conventional wisdom this should not be possible. I am planning on working on the seating depth and expanding my samples but at least I know I have a fall back plan. However this works for me because I have magazine COAL issues and can't get any closer than a .055 jump with my current magazine.