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Old 10-18-2008 | 07:17 AM
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How do you measure the smokeless powder for this gun?

I will be shooting IMR 4759, but have no real idea on how to measure it, I know you don't measure it the same as regular black powder though.

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Old 10-18-2008 | 07:35 AM
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Some use powder dippers. Others use scales and place the charge in tubes/canisters(like 35mm film came in)of one sort or another for quick use.

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Old 10-18-2008 | 08:28 AM
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Just because of the animal you're dealing with I would weigh it out on scales.Now granted a dipper would get you close to where you want to be, but the true weight is a very important thing. Smokeless powdersin just small amounts produce differentpressures and can change from accurate to dangerous. Maybe that is why I have never made that final step to a smokeless. Although I have to admit the Savage ML10-II is a beautiful and from all I have read, a very accurate efficient hunting weapon.
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Smokeless powder [4759] must be weighed with a powder scale. 42-45gn is a Savage recommended book load with 250-300gn bullets. Some have used the Lee dippers when using 5744. If new to smokeless shooting I would recommend that you get on the smokeless board and get your info. The guys on there are more than willing to help you out.
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How do you measure the smokeless powder for this gun?

I will be shooting IMR 4759, but have no real idea on how to measure it, I know you don't measure it the same as regular black powder though.

Thanks.
You must use scales, not measure for BP. I bought the Lee dippers, but don't wastes your time or money, but a good scale. I bought a Lee Scale, then an electronic scale. The electronic is better. I think the electonic was only $25 or $40, can't remember. Please shoot book loads first, don't get into performance shooting theSavageuntil you make sure yourgun will shoot 300g XTP with one of the book powders.
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