bobjones223
Master
Okay...I know 7.62X39 is not the "Classic" hunting round but I have a Ruger American and want to use it for deer season next year.
That being said from what I have read the Ruger American is in .310-.311 bore diam..
The heaviest projects I have been able to find are 154gr. I am hunting in a semi-urban area where noise and travel distance once hit are both concerns. So I think what I am envisioning is a subsonic 7.62X39 similar to a 300BO.
Does anyone know a source for heavier pills than what I have been able to find.
Also I am not interested in changing to a 300BO or 458 SOCOM because of the holly ton of 7.62X39 ammo I already have for range time, trigger time, and practice with the rifle.
I have no problem reloading the hunting rounds but am struggling with the components.
Also if need be cast could be an option but would need a source for them...not interest in casting or special molds.
Thanks in advance.
That being said from what I have read the Ruger American is in .310-.311 bore diam..
The heaviest projects I have been able to find are 154gr. I am hunting in a semi-urban area where noise and travel distance once hit are both concerns. So I think what I am envisioning is a subsonic 7.62X39 similar to a 300BO.
Does anyone know a source for heavier pills than what I have been able to find.
Also I am not interested in changing to a 300BO or 458 SOCOM because of the holly ton of 7.62X39 ammo I already have for range time, trigger time, and practice with the rifle.
I have no problem reloading the hunting rounds but am struggling with the components.
Also if need be cast could be an option but would need a source for them...not interest in casting or special molds.
Thanks in advance.