DannyD

Really? Yikes. I just worked up some nice loads with RE22 and Berger VLD's 168 for the 7mag.
Looks like i'll have to look at a different powder when I run out of the 22

Palladin8

I have never experienced a problem with RE-22 powder. It is consistantly the most accurate powder in my 300 WM and my 280 AI. In fact I have shot under .25" groups with 168gr SMKs in my 280 AI and consistant .50" groups with my 300 using this powder.

As far as bullet selection goes I would think a 140 or 150 would be perfect for either game.

skeeter 7MM

150 NBT works in my rem mag loaded over RL22. I did run into a variance though with a lot of Rl22 recently, thankfully i have a proven lot powder which has been consistent in performance. I've had good success with 4831's and IMR 4350 as well with 150< loads in rem mags as well. 160 and up I'd try 7828, H1000, etc.

DannyD

Hey Ridge,
I'm using RE22 now behind 168VLD's and am not seeing pressure signs at 2850+. Given what you are saying about lot variance, Id like to use IMR 4350 or IMR 4831 (since thats what i have in the house)but start getting a sticky bolt just after 2800 fps with those
Not sure if you have had a chance to use the VLD's on deer. I dont need the speed at short range (less that 100) but i have 2 q's
1. What powder would you recommend if i ditch the RE22
2. What, if any,is your experience with these VLD's at short range

Dan

cataway

i had a 7 mag encore ,never did get it to shoot good .traded it for a 300 mag which does shoot good