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03-03-2010, 19:14 #1
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Anyone here familiar with the 8x57JS?
Hi,
does anyone here have experience in using & reloading for the 8x57 JS?
I find it strange that PMP don't produce ammo for this calibre as there must surely be a few around in RSA.
What is the local availability of boxer cases and .323" bullets like?
Thanks
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03-03-2010, 22:03 #2
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Hornady makes a 195gr Interlock in 323", GSCustom also have a couple
Try 47gr S335 with 195gr Hornady, start at 45gr & work up.
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04-03-2010, 19:38 #3
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very popular calibre in the bush. the same or less velocity as a 303, but with a lot of terminal velocity. the guys who own these will die by them.
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19-03-2010, 16:15 #4
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For all intents and purposes, the 8x57 ballistics are pretty much the same as the venerable .3006. It is a good option for plains game up to and including kudu / gemsbuck size game - experienced hunters using premium bullets will have no hassle taking eland.
Bullets and brass, dies etc are no problem and are available locally.
Attached is a pic of my 8x57 - still fully original and the veteran of many hunts - I have several other old Mausers and enjoy hunting with all of them.
Hope this helps,
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10-04-2010, 02:24 #5
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28-04-2010, 11:13 #6
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29-04-2010, 10:24 #7
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Umshiniwam - I also want to know that. My heart is set on a 7x57 but the 8x57 is making a serious charge! Is there much of a difference or will it simply be those who own them will die by them! I would love an opinion from someone who owns both and can be objective. (Is that possible?)
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13-08-2010, 10:43 #8
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Re: Anyone here familiar with the 8x57JS?
Peter,
I have inhereted a 8x57 and would like to know wheteher you might have any reloading figures/advice. I would also like to know where i can find brass shells and bullets for reloading?
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13-08-2010, 11:39 #9
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