I have noticed the same thing with the Grand Slams. This load for the .308 I was describingprints right around MOA - might be the best accuracy I'vebeen able to get from a GS - the 150 grain .270 was almost as good, maybe 1.1". I should also mention that I have lengthened the magazine box on my short action Remington - can seat bullets out to 2.93". That may effectively increase the case capacity of the .308 a little, but I still haven't been able to safely get over 2700 with any other 180 gr. bullet. I have not, however, tried the Barnes XLC in this caliber.

If the "308 Challenge" actually takes place with Brutal, let me know when/where. I'd like to watch