Favorite 30/30 loads for TC contender

vtgao · 10-04-2007, 01:10 AM

Looking for a good hunting load ( Deer ) for my 14" TC contender in 30/30. Let's hear what you got experience with? Thanks in advance...

stalkingbear · 10-12-2007, 04:40 PM

I rechambered my 30-30 barrel to ackley improved. The best deer bullet I found that works best is the nosler 125 grain ballistic tip. Not only is it scary accurate but expands violently while still having enough penetration to do the job well. I can't remember what I used (powder charge) on the 30-30 unaltered barrel as I rechambered it as soon as I got my paws on reamer. Best I remember it was imr 3031.

vtgao · 10-20-2007, 11:08 PM

Bear, Thanks for the reply. I can't seem to hit the side of a barn with the 30/30 barrel. Looks like I'm going back to the .357 Rem Max barrel for this deer season. More research needed on 30/30 loads!!!

VTgao

stalkingbear · 10-20-2007, 11:26 PM

Any time. I'm always hesitant about stating exact powder charge for obvious reasons but start with 31 grains of 3031 and go from there.