The Great .308 Win. For Varmints to Large Animals. 110 grain to 180 grain Bullets Tested.

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According to a poll on my community page. You requested this video to be about the 308 Win. field testing. Here you go!
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@Michigan4Conservative Год назад

Thanks Dave. 308 is still a viable chamber to own and use. 👍

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

It sure is. Thanks for watching.

@joeltowle2737 Год назад

I love the 30-06 and the 165 gr bullet but after this mess we all went through the 308 seems the way to go. 😊 Great video

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Both cartridges are great, Thanks for watching.

@eliinthewolverinestate6729 Год назад

I always say a 308 does nothing great, but does a lot good enough.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Yes it does!...Thanks for your comment here!

@williamgaines9784 Год назад

Just like the 30-06. The 50 year difference in innovation allowed the 308 to be safely loaded to 30-06 speeds. What is interesting about both 7.62x51 and 5.56x45 is both were designed to have increased rates of fire, which is why their barrels had a more moderate twist rate and lighter bullets than their predecessor the 30-06, moving from precision to spray and pray. Fortunately both have moved back toward precision and perform well in that role.

@jerichofalls8236 Год назад

Idk man. I can think of a lot of dead critters who disagree

@williamgaines9784 Год назад

@@ryanglass3570 True. A max load 30-06 should beat a max load .308 every time, because of greater case capacity, even non-max as proportionally more powder space is available Same when comparing any of the .30 caliber "magnums". My point was that the military loads were basically the same in down range performance between the two using a smaller case and shorter action.

@luvtahandload7692 Год назад

That's great accuracy from the 110gr V-Max. Would love to see it collide with a few rockchucks! Thanks Dave!

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

The bullet is too nasty on anything under 100lbs. I am squeamish.

@superzuki5831 10 месяцев назад

I've been using a .308 since 1979 when I was given Grandpa's Winchester model 88 after his passing. It shoots 180g power points extremely well and I've taken many Deer with it over the years. Within reasonable distance it's got plenty of oomph!!!

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for your comment here and for watching.

@stephenhair5501 Год назад

Really like the .308 and how versatile it can be when reloading. And, nearly every manufacturer chambers a rifle for this all around cartridge. I'll never be without one. Thanks for sharing and God Bless.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Stephen, Thanks for your comment here.

@idecidenotyou 9 месяцев назад

Could do with out the disgusting God bless you b.s.

@leojamesmitchell6908 8 месяцев назад

Thanks for an interesting and informative post about one of my favourite cartridges. I am sending you this from Ontario in Canada to let you know I love the way you deliver your work...clear and pleasant voice and not all unpleasant presentation as I have found with some who fill up their videos with too much irrelevant talk and/or noisy sound effects or rock style music. LOL! I am 88 so I guess I am getting too old and cantankerous eh Dave! So keep up the great work mate and I will be watching. If I might suggest posting sometime a comparison between my three favourite cartridges...the .270 Winchester, the .308 and .243.I would love to hear and see used out on the range in the comparison, some of your best hand-loads for each of the above. Take care now and God bless you and yours!

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 8 месяцев назад

Thanks for your kind words and your well earned wisdom. The 3 cartridges you mention are iconic indeed, but as a hunter the only comparison I can make is to match them to the size of the game I maybe hunting. Although each cartridge may carryover to the same size game, only you know what you are specifically hunting and which you would find the best use for. Thanks for watching

@shinrapresident7010 9 месяцев назад

The best rifle, cartridge and bullet are what works for you. I'm Canadian, we have thick woods in Ontario and I've never had to shoot over 200 yards. I only have one rifle and it does everything for me. R700 CDL in .308 Win with 150 grain for deer, coyote, wolf and 180 grain for elk, moose and black bear. I use Federal Fusion bonded soft point for everything, it gives me immediate expansion, near perfect weight retention and deep penetration for double lung shots. Half the price of Nosler Partition too and it takes down moose and elk just the same. If I was living out west in Alberta and shooting at longer distances then I'd definitely want a 30-06 or 300 win.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for relaying your hunting experiences here and thanks for watching.

@patrickgallagher4344 Год назад

Nice video Dave! Thanks! Love the 308!

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thanks for your comment and for watching.

@blackbirdpie217 9 месяцев назад

Great demo. Enjoyed it very much.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching.

@caseroj6020 Год назад

I own a number of different rifles chambered in everything from 22-250 Remington to 300 Win Mag but when I need to reach into my gun safe for a rifle I instinctively reach for the 308 Win. There is just something about that short action cartridge that fits me like a glove. The rifles have perfect balance and are really comfortable to carry in the field. The short bolt throw also feels more natural to me than my other long action rifles. For Elk size game and larger I will reach for the 300 Win Mag or the 7 mm Rem Mag but for everything else the 308 Win is my first choice.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Sounds like you know your rifles well. Thanks for your comment here.

@vincentwood7036 11 месяцев назад

The great thing about the .308 Winchester is that it can deal with just about any scenario. If you don't know what the job is, but you brought a .308 Winchester, you will probably be able to do it.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 11 месяцев назад

Agreed. Thanks for watching.

@user-me4od1qe6r Год назад

Thanks for the demo!

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thanks for watching

@ronl1968 Год назад

great video. please keep up the wonderful job

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thanks for the kind words and for watching.

@anthonyconnole3480 Год назад

Thank you for making the video. With me also being new to the 308 club after shooting 300 win mag and ultra mags forever it really is a capable round for ranges 400 and in. I would love to see you shoot rock chucks with that 110 grain varmint load! Thanks again and cheers from Montana.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thanks for watching...Maybe overkill for rock chucks, but I'll give it a go, sometime around May.

@fredbalster3100 Год назад

Loved your video with the target included. I reload the 308. I am getting excited about the 125 grain bullet to lower be recoil. 😊

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thanks for the kind words and for watching.

@johnh4957 Год назад

If only all factory ammo shot so good for all rifles,all conditions,all the time that would be a true 'golden bullet'!

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Yes indeed John. Thanks for your comment here.

@bobcatforever3485 Год назад

Dave. Another good video. Very good shooting as always. Those 110 Gr'ers are moving on. Thanks for sharing and take care.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thanks Bobcat. Watching your 350 legend video now.

@bobcatforever3485 Год назад

@@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Thanks. But it is a bit so so.

@sophiasartsandcrafts36 11 месяцев назад

Thanks answers my questions.

@timwilhelmson8707 Год назад

good job young man

@eliinthewolverinestate6729 Год назад

I like your videos because you treat firearms with care. Not like toys a lot of tacticool people do. Maybe it's me coming from a hunting background. Where as we counted on that meat for the winter. That's why the cold barrel one shot to me is so important. That means the difference between a clean kill or bad shot or miss. Which could be the only shot I had all season.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Yes, Eli...First shot maybe the only shot needed, but we need to know if there is a point of impact shift on the second shot if needed.

@hoffpbass Год назад

Dave, I think I found your channel researching these Federal 110 Varmint loads after seeing them on the shelf. Your shooting sold me. Picked up 2 boxes online cheaper. So sometimes in wider open fields I brought along the 308 with these 110s for the yotes but didn't see any on those couple of stands. I keep bringing out my 20 y/o Model 10 in 22-250 for most stands, but this weekend I'm giving the AR15 223 a chance. Hopefully back before the big game.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Best of luck to you on your hunt. Thanks for your comment here.

@doghousedon1 Год назад

Thank you. And God bless

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thanks for your comment here.

@cw2a Год назад

Hello Dave! 300 H&H is one I always wanted and never have owned.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Hey Brian. Because of the cartridge's age circa 1930. Load data is based upon old cordite type powders with low pressure tolerances. But mine is loaded modern and is equal to a 300 win mag. and is more accurate. Great cartridge indeed.

@danielreeves6485 Год назад

Something in the comments. Youve earned it.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thank You!

@CrickCritterOutdoors Год назад

Great video Dave, I we get to see a 300 H&H video soon.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Maybe soon. But here is one from a couple of years ago. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-1NGJBN7yl7Q.html

@CrickCritterOutdoors Год назад

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 thank you

@scottm7365 Год назад

Take that darn monstrosity stock off and use that rifle as your varmint rifle with those 110s, Strohmeyer! Great video, keep em comin!

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

110 gns just a tad over sized for any critter under 100lbs! I like the chassis style stocks, as they will become the new normal for rifles.

@eliinthewolverinestate6729 Год назад

I also rock the long stock on my 308. It feels like a shotgun or muzzle loader, not like a youth rifle or ar15.

@williamgaines9784 Год назад

Have been considering buying another rifle caliber and .308 Win is shaking out to be it. As for action type, it comes in every imaginable one, so am going to ponder that further. I think that last 150 giving you feed trouble was a cause of your more open group, altered your focus from the target to the clunkiness of the action. Looking forward to the next episode.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

I think you are right. The rifle is accurate but the clunky action is an annoyance.

@lutherprice2062 Год назад

Dave, watched another one of your videos and ordered 200rds of 110 V-Max for my Bergara HMR 308. The only rds I’ve shot through it is 168gr FMJs and after a few rounds you feel kinda beaten up so in a few days I’ll be able to see what it’ll do if I’m not flinching so much. Thanks for helping me spend my retirement check😂

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Glad to help! HaHa!

@hendrikkiliaan7639 Год назад

There is a reason that the .308 is the most popular caliber in Europe. It is even so in Scandinavia where the 6.5 was the supreme amongst hunting calibers.:

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thanks for your comment and for watching.

@mattstrohmeyer5839 Год назад

Love/hate relationship made my day.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Ain't you suppose to be working? Bring my Grandkids up here!

@PracticalAccuracy Год назад

i voted for .308 because I'll be having a video soon on my take on the .308. Just wanted to hear your perspective too. Great video. 👍

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thanks Andy. Look forward to your upcoming video.

@phillipmarquez-tw3vn 2 месяца назад

The action on Savage 10/110 is actually normally pretty sloppy. We have a 110 FCPK in a McMillan A5 that shoots cloverleafs. CFE223 is a bit of a fast powder and with Savage’s notoriously loose chambers, it’s probably brass smearing the chamber throat due to high pressure. Slow those 150 SSTs down to 2850 FPS with something like AA2460 or H4064 and you’ll see .75 moa all day.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 2 месяца назад

Thanks for your input here. The rifle shoots better than I do. I have tested Varget w/150's and it does give the velocities that you mention. For Hunting, I do like speed and with CFE-223, I usually do get 2,980 fps w/o pressure signs and sub MOA.

@nohandle257 Год назад

The rifle makers in concert with the ammo manufacturers should think about a 308 Precision Rifle Cartridge. Lengthen a more precise chamber for longer higher BC bullets. But then we already have the 7mm 08 and 6.5 PRC which is what I traded in my 308 for. Prolly wouldn't sell. But then if the recoil was still less than the 300 PRC . . . .

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thanks for your comment. The .308 with the right load in the the right hands, checks all the right boxes of allot of the shooting disciplines.

@alchampion340 Год назад

Great Video, nothing wrong with a Heavy hunting rifle, in my opinion. I have a 700 varmint that loves 165 green game kings

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thanks for your comment and for watching. the older I get, the heavier the rifles get. HaHa!

@jefferyperez6775 Год назад

Hey Dave, Thanks for all the info and entertainment. How about the .358win?

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Sorry about that, I have no experience with that cartridge.

@simondeeley9413 Год назад

Got myself some 110grn 308 Federals for the range tomorrow

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Best wishes for a good day at the range. Thanks for watching.

@michaellane4003 Год назад

Very interesting. What do you think about a broadside shot on deer with those 110 grain v-max bullets? I'm curious about the terminal performance of that possibility. Enjoyed the video!

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

I tend to match the bullet to the bullet makers recommendation. Varmint bullets for varmints and heavier controlled expansion bullets for larger game.

@huntvarmints Год назад

110 Grain Hornady V-MAX. Going to try then on those little Prairie Dogs.🤠

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Have a great hunt!. Thanks for watching.

@fabianvaras1273 Год назад

I did the same thing i put the same chassis on my tikka hunting rifle . Well i gaing acuracy but i when from 10 to 14 pounds rifle i guess i need to sock it up and hunt for the red stag down here in Argentina with a litle heavy rifle . The rifle shoots 0.1 mill at 100 meters out so 3 shots . It is what it is but good video .

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Great Horses down in the Pampas. Thanks for watching.

@fabianvaras1273 Год назад

Hi there yes i live about 8 hrs drive from la pampa i have same graets horses right here in my ranch . But i like hunt way back south in the patagonian i like the deers better down there more i said stronger bigger body chest i guessing because the Andes is a hard hunt but i like im 56 year old man . I cant wait rutting season is just around the corner . Your welcome if you like to hunt here .glad bless you and aways enjoy it watching yours videos

@cousinfuzzy4544 Год назад

Great video Dave definitely still a very capable round. That’s some grouping with factory ammo. I’d still like to see the 300 H&H if you are so inclined.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Will do. But in the mean time. Check out my past videos on the 300 H&H.ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-i9OGU7hjXRc.html

@125saito 8 месяцев назад

Very interesting video on your .308 Dave. I'm curious about the velocity on the 110 VMax bullets. Is the 3380 fps stated on the box or have you chronographed this load? I am really jealous of your nice shooting area. 😉

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 8 месяцев назад

Yes I have. Here is the video. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-oCyFm2LwL0A.html

@125saito 8 месяцев назад

@@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Picking jaw up off of floor now. Sizzler for sure. Thanks Dave.

@usafret4709 Год назад

Thanks Dave. These new RU-vid rules make no sense other than trying to shut gun channels down. Big fan of the 308. I own 3. If you don't reload, ammo is super cheap compared to other calibers.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Yes, but the 180's still cost $25...There was allot of cheap 7.62 ammo @ $17

@usafret4709 Год назад

@@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 I used to catch the Norma sales when you could get a box of 150 grain Whitetail for $16. Have not seen those in a while, but I am rolling my own now.

@MrRkboz Год назад

I think I loaded some Hornady 110 gn hollow points up hot that shot great. I had 4 different rifles including 2 mossberg model 8 that shot that load well. Haven't tried it on my ar10 yet because I expect it might have cycling issues. But getting out and finding out is the fun of it eh?.I say eh a lot since I've been to Canada twice.....

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

I bought 100 Vmax's because of how the factory performed in my rifle. Once the factory rounds are used up then I'll handload to try 'em.

@MrRkboz Год назад

@@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 I think my problem was trying to seat them too far out chasing the lands. I gave that up and just seated them what seemed good and it was. I did pop a coyote at 200yds and you'd think it was hit by a nuke.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

@@MrRkboz Good job with your analysis re: seating depth. I always use the tested COL listed in the bullet makers book of the bullet I am using. After all they made it, they tested it and they recommend it.

@MrRkboz Год назад

I thought the twist rate would not work with such a fast bullet but the proof is in the tasting, or testing. I did pop a 2 litter soda at 300yd so I guess the bullet is stable at least that far.

@JuanVargas-tl5dj Год назад

What kind of twist rite is your barrel?

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

1/10 twist.

@jasonlopez4855 Год назад

For some reason one like 110g to 130g and one really likes 150g to 180g I couldn't figure it out till I started repack my own the last 5 years with my first 308 win. I like 130g for Deer 🦌

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Thanks for watching

@danielravenstar4051 5 месяцев назад

Ok, here is the comment you asked for, Don't have a 308 winchester, I do have a 300 savage, And 308 marlin express mxlr. And should be able to reload any 308 bullet just above 22 hornet results on up... What do you think? The more i watch videos abour the m1a tanker, It's starting to grow on me, But there is that expense thing...

@outdoorswithjt6652 Год назад

Why is your scope mounted so high?

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Personal preference. I like to have a more natural eye alignment whereby my head is more upright a natural cheek weld and the butt stock is positioned into my shoulder pocket.

@pauljay1328 Год назад

What’s your barrel twist rate mate

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

1-10

@dalepogue5799 Год назад

Love the 308. Shot my AR 10 out to 1000 yards

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Dale, Glad you have proficiency at that distance. Thanks for watching and commenting.

@garywoodlief1976 Год назад

If you had shot another shot with the 180 grain you would have got a more true group since the first shot was cold barrel shot I get good results with 125 grain bullets on deer

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Agree on the 180's. Thanks for your comment here.

@williamgaines9784 Год назад

The cold bore shot would still have been a one shot dead elk. That the rifle wasn't zeroed for that particular cartridge was the main problem...2 inches low at 100 is okay at 100, but beyond that would be where trouble would ensue.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

@@williamgaines9784 Agreed...

@scotteisenbraun1581 Год назад

You've got those 150 grain handloads screamin for a 308! No pressure signs? A guy could make up a good light back country shooter, with the right barreled action and stock.

@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Год назад

Yes the speed is at the top end of published load data using CFE-223. But I hit 2,900fps @just 47gns of powder. No pressure signs.