The rear bag also has the new 3M material on contact surfaces (photo at right). The last segment of prep time is spent trying to dope the wind. Along with these popular cartridge types, DJs Brass can hydro-form 6 PPC, 30 PPC, 6 BRA, 30 BR, .260 AI, .284 Shehane and other wildcats. Another significant improvement is that the toe of the stock is flat and parallel to the forearm. I had committed a big reloading No-No. Forum member FrankZ explains: This is my favorite rifle and it will become my daughters first centerfire. Ian Klemm shot great to win the F-TR National Championship. Darrell tells us: Many of my customers take this brass and load it as is and go straight to a match and shoot some very nice groups., With Darrells hydro-forming service you dont have to buy any special dies or other equipment. The rifle was smithed by Dave Bruno., Share the post "Sunday Gunday: Pride & Joy Guns of Summer from Our Forum". And if youve got a bucket of brass to neck-turn, thats fine with Darrell he recently neck-turned 1500 pieces of brass for one customer! Thanks for reading and good luck Emil Kovan, Share the post "Best F-Class Cartridge Choices For Mid-Range and Long-Range". Share the post ".284 Shehane Winning Wildcat for F-Open Competition". F-Class Mid-Range matches usually are usually shot at 300, 500, or 600 yards or all three. The .284 Shehane is a slightly modified wildcat that retains the same 35 shoulder as the parent case. The turn around time was very fast and the brass was to the exact specification I ask for. Q: First, do you have any advice for older shooters getting started in their golden years? DJs Brass Offers Specialized Custom Services The barrel with which I shot my record was removed after that match so I dont put too many rounds on it before the Nationals. Team members included: Doug Boyer, Josh Moore, Richard Nixon, John Roethlisberger, Coach Tom Majewski. Q: What kind of precision are you looking for in your reloads? He was 66 at the time. The 284 KMR IMP allows you to almost match magnum cartridge velocity in a standard-bolt-face action. Share the post "Hail the Champions: 2018 F-Class Nationals at Raton, NM", By Emil Kovan With the .284 Shehane, you have a .308 bolt face, medium action, and Lapua brass. 10 shot group at 100 yards off bipod with back bag, (would like to have that first shot back) . Rifle SpecificationsAll the Hardware Typical load for a Shehane is around 57.0 grains of Hodgdon H4831 SC. By blowing the sidewalls out 0.010, the .284 Shehane picks up about 3.3 grains of extra case capacity. The key here is both calibres are going to shoot around the 2850fps mark accurately with good case and barrel life. This gun hammers with 105gr Berger Hybrids., Courtesy Forum member Dan H., here are two red-stocked Dashers plus an Anschutz 54.30 (Benchrest Stock) to make it a trio. However, by blowing the sidewalls out 0.010, the .284 Shehane picks up about 3.3 grains of extra case capacity. Since I have only reloaded for hunting or magazine fed rifles I was not familiar with proper seating to allow land engagement of the bullets for 1000-yard accuracy. Gun builder Ryan Pierce of Piercision Rifles explains: Heres a 5-shot 0.191 group at 100 yards with my .284 Shehane fire-forming loads. Owner Aeon tells us: The 7 SAUM was as easy a gun as I have ever shot to find a good load for H1000 gave great consistency and tuning was not hard. I recently shot my first 600-yard benchrest match. It is a no-brainer for long range F-Class or Prone or 1000-yard Benchrest., Scotlands Grant Taylor. 284Winchester It duplicates 7RemMag on 308boltface! | Rifle Talks Both cartridges are currently the darlings of long-range benchrest due to their extraordinary grouping ability and huge node windows. My first impression was Wow thats a long stock the forearm is significantly longer than on the original Master Class F-Class prone stock. The event was well-attended, with excellent turn out for both the Mid-Range and Long-Range cycles. MV is 2680 FPS. Compared to the original Master Class F-Open stock, the barrel sits about an inch lower. Its amazing what you can learn from a rifle that is as sensitive as this one., This impressive rifle features an antique 1917 Enfield action chambered for the .338 Win Magnum cartridge. More speed, less pressure? I agree with your fireforming load. Sort By: Items Per Page: Item Total: (21) 0 - 21 7mm (.284) Neck Sizer Die With Zip Spindle 005-046044 | Hornady $33.45 In Stock 284 Winchester (.284) Match Grade Die Set 005-544303 | Hornady $104.99 In Stock What methods are you using to ensure consistent bullet release? The sport of F-Class is rapidly growing, and the equipment used is improving constantly. Heres another handsome .284 Shehane F-Open rifle. Best powders are: Varget, H4895, and Reloder 15. Great information and write up Cody. Complete game changer! Here is the wifes quilted Maple 96 Mauser 6.555. My load came back together with 54.5 grains of H4831sc. It should run on (6.5)-284 brass as that's the parent case Originally there was 284 Winchester whixh was necked down to 6.5 and became the wildcat benchrest favourite Now the 7mm bullets have been developed to such a degree they outshine the 6.5 fare so the trend has swung back to 284 or 284 Shehane or KLM Still a 6.5/284 parent case to start . (For short-range benchrest, I was shooting a Bob Scoville carbon stock and Terry Leonard laminate). To quote Danny Biggs (a two times FTR National Champion) The 185 BTLR is the best bullet for .308 Win ever made. Thanks Cody! I noticed that Bryan had been adding aluminum rails to the front of Cerus stocks to lower the center of gravity and improve tracking. In this section, Charles Ballard explains the basics of shooting an F-Class match, from the initial prep period to end of match. We comparison-tested a 6.5-284 rifle launching 142 SMKs at 2975 fps, a 300 WSM rifle firing 210 Bergers at 2850 fps, and my .284 Winchester shooting 180 Bergers at 2900 fps. 284 Shehane | Long Range Only He posted: Got this 6.547 Lapua back from my smith about six months ago. Home. With the price of premium brass topping $1.00 per case for popular match cartridges, it makes sense to consider annealing your brass to extend its useful life. the 284 win is one of those overlooked cartridges. Our buddy Erik Cortina interviewed Norm in this video, starting at 00:15: Interview with F-Open Champ Norm Harrold at 00:15: In Team competition, Team X-Men won the 1000-Yard F-TR Team Title, with a 1568-61X score. Using a tuner is easier than messing around changing loads and tweaking seating depths. Birchwood Casey Shoot-N-C 17.25" Sight-in Target - 5 Targets NOTE: Darrell offers Free Annealing with hydro-forming services, which starts at $60 per 100 cases. At least with regard to brass the situation should improve this year: https://www.lapua.com/new-lapua-brass-cartridge-cases-for-2021/. I shoot primarily local and regional matches Colorado, Wyoming, and possibly Nebraska this summer. How does this improve rifle performance and how do you set the tune? Henry: I apply Imperial dry neck lube to the inside of my case-necks with a bore mop. After trying other solvents, I have gone back to Wipe-outs Carb-Out and Patch-Out products. Now, we are pursuing sub-one-inch vertical at 600 yards! For a bit more money Darrell can also uniform the primer pockets and chamfer the case necks. SurpriseVelocities Rise, So Load Must Be Tweaked Bryan did all the stock work and fitted the action, rails, and RAD recoil pad. Vihtavuori has added new loads to the available reloading data, and this time we're also offering data for the .284 Winchester! IMPORTANT: Contact Darrell for shipping instructions BEFORE sending any brass for processing. After that I play a little with seating depth and look for a change. Team LBB shot well, to earn a second straight Mid-Range National Title, and grab second (Silver) at Long Range. But no, this was done with heavy 180gr Berger Hybrid bullets and the .284 Shehane. The .300 WSM loaded with Berger 215gr or 230gr Hybrids is very tough to beat at long range, and it is currently my number one choice. Reloading Data 6.5-284 (Hodgdon Data) Metallic - Load Data That enhancement makes a BIG difference. I had used the ball expander in the die to neck the cases up from 6.5 to 7mm. He is a great shooter and a great gun-builder as well. The accompanying data was developed using Sierra bullets fired in a 26-inch Match Grade Machine test . Over the span of 3,000 rounds, thats a $540.00 savings. Henry told us: I want to share every lesson Ive learned, so that other guys can improve their game and enjoy the sport more. Henry also wants to encourage other senior shooters: If you pay attention to details (when reloading), and get a good rifle with a good barrel, age is not a handicap. I push out to 600 yds and do a ladder test in round-robin format. 1 of 2 . The .284 Shehane shoots inside the 6.5 AND the straight .284, the .300 WSM, and the .300 Win Mag with less recoil. Above is a nice field rifle built up by a father for his daughter. I went to some VHA jamborees also. For more information, visit DJsBrass.com, or call Darrell at (205) 461-4680. The stainless Blake barrel is chambered for the .284 Shehane wildcat, and sports an F-Class Products tuner on the end. ***.284 WIN LOADS*** 284 shehane .317 neck 54 gr 4831sc Lapua brass 6.5x284 necked up 180 Berger hybrids 5 thousands off lands Fire forming brass does this at 100 yards 5 shot group. Our discussion will analyze cartridge selection based on the four different F-Class sub-disciplines: Open Mid-Range, Open Long-Range, F-TR Mid-Range, and F-TR Long Range. Shooter's Reference Load Data for .284 Winchester .284 Winchester - Manufacturer Loading Data Pistol Rifle Cowboy Bullet Type Primer Case Trim Length C.O.L . After he cleans his barrel, Joel knows it takes two or three shots to foul in the bore before accuracy returns. Well, guess what that relay I shot a 200-19x, and the next relay I shot a 200-17x (these scores were on the old, larger F-Class target). That all paid off when Henry won the 2013 IBS 1000-yard Nationals this summer, finishing as the Two-Gun Overall National Champion. Its OK to be frugal, but sometimes cutting corners will cause you more problems and have you chasing your tail. ], Conclusion (and Other Options) Not enough gain to be worth the trouble, IMO. Plus, our years of work experience help us to think, analyze, and thereby make progress. He can also turn the necks to your specs (for an additional charge). With the .284 Shehane, you have a .308 bolt face, medium action, and Lapua brass. If youre looking for the recipe for success, get a good action plus a top-tier barrel and great glass. Aeon adds: The chamber was cut by Mark Chesesbro of Chesebro Rifles. Jason noticed that Bryan had been adding aluminum rails to the front of Cerus stocks to lower the center of gravity and improve tracking. I prefer these because because of their size (large bedding footprint) smoothness, timing, options available, and last but not least visual appearance. One of the most popular features of our Shooters Forum is the ongoing Pride and Joy Rifle thread. Powder Load Development - 284 Win vs Vihtavuori N165 - YouTube Ian Klemm won his Second Straight F-TR National Championship last week. We would compare notes frequently. Tuning Loads for the .284 Win Improved Cartridges One of the biggest reasons why I like Master Class stocks, is the pistol grip. I clean my barrels at the end of each day when I get home. And now, with the introduction of Reloder 17, the .284 Win is capable of driving 180gr VLDs at nearly 3000 fps, a speed that once demanded a short magnum (or bigger) case. So I had the idea of painting the stock because there are so many wood stocks with clear coat these days. It is chambered (no surprise) for the 6 PPC cartridge, which dominates the short-range game. Team Pierce Engineering won the F-TR Mid-Range Team event. Our friend Erik Cortina notes that the .284 Shehane has a velocity edge over the straight .284 Win because it holds more powder: The Shehane has more capacity than the .284 Winchester. By blowing the sidewalls out 0.010, the .284 Shehane picks up about 3.3 grains of extra case capacity. (Thats with a reasonably fast barrel. Whidden .284 / 7mm Shehane Full Length Non-Bushing Sizer Die the 284 really needs a mid length or long action FURMAN Well-Known Member Just call Darrell and hell make something work for you. })(); To comment on a post, click Post Title or "Comment" Link. I will run it through its paces shortly and see how well it does. Henry: The sport offers good people and a real challenge. In fact, this impressive sub-quarter MOA group was shot while fire-forming with a very well-worn barrel! This cleaning and annealing process is included in the $0.60 (sixty cents) per case price thats all part of the Hydro-forming service. We know that Krieger, Bartlein, Satern, and Hawk Hill Custom all make fine cut-rifled barrels as well. PLEASE CHECK YOUR BOLT DIAMETER BEFORE ORDERING. From ultrasonic cleaning to custom annealing for specific wildcat cartridges. All of the above information is based on my personal experience and it is meant to help new shooters choose the right cartridges for F-Class matches. I encountered vertical, vertical, and more vertical. You are using an out of date browser. After getting in late one Saturday night, I forgot to clean my rifle. JC Steel Gunny Sergeant . The Lawn Ranger This load gave us 2910 fps velocity with an Extreme Spread (ES) of 7 fps and a Standard Deviation (SD) of 3 fps over ten (10) shots. Processing Fired Cases: My fired cases are tumbled in walnut shell media, then cleaned off. I screw on the new barrel, fire 25 rounds of whatever I have left over and then clean it. I shot a 200-7X with no elevation change on my last string. I asked people that shot both the Shehane and the straight 284 about the pros and cons. Henry also runs a combo tuner/muzzle-brake. After a brief conversation with Alex, I placed an order, and had the stock inletted and bedded at my shop in a month. I choose this because I really did not know otherwise and was steered to the Shehane by a friend. On top is a March HM 10-60x56mm scope in March Gen 3 rings. Just wondering if it is enough for 284W f class. The 6mmBR pilots could run off five shots before I could shoot two. Here are testimonials from recent customers. Grimstod currently runs 95gr Berger VLDs in Lapua brass. The .284 Shehane is a slightly modified wildcat that retains the same 35 shoulder as the parent case. Henry: For my .284 Shehane at the Nationals, I loaded 52.5 grains of Hodgdon H4350 and Federal BR-2 primers behind Berger 180gr VLDs. pressure to certify for sale to consumers. In addition to the 6mmBR-based cases shown below, Darrell can now hydro-form 6PPC cases from .220 Russian brass, and he also offers .284 Shehane. 1; 2; Next. With only 11 rounds through the new tube, I shot a 600-yard match on June 22, 2008. To travel down to New Mexico and win at Raton was very satisfying as I had to come from behind. Ian told us: This Championship was especially difficult as a particularly strong challenger [and new 1000-yard record-holder] Mike Plunkett had earned an early lead and I would have to make up 6 points in the final day to win. The .284 has a much larger capacity vs a 7mm-08/7CM/7SAW, you will have that extra gas to deal with, for proper cycling of your action. DJs Brass Service now offers custom case hydro-forming to your exact specs. Load development for me starts with each new barrel. I would stay away from the .223 Remington. })(); To comment on a post, click Post Title or "Comment" Link. Neck Turning or trim-to-length Custom Order Service (Starting at $60.00/100 for standard cases and $75.00/100 for magnums) My fireform loads are going 2765 FPS. We also compared notes and made each other better. The 22 BR and 22 Dasher are capable of outstanding accuracy with a large variety of bullets and powders. My load with 180 bergers for my 284 shehane was 56.5g of 4831sc, but it started to show pressure after it had about 200 rounds through it, I backed it of to 56.0g with no problems. However, the challenge in shooting this rifle was recoil management. Cody- do You also use the Atlas for competition? This stock features a fully-adjustable buttplate plus a removable cheek-piece with thumb-wheel adjustment. _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']);
Next Last. Weve been giving a lot of coverage to tactical rigs and gas guns lately, so we though it was time to showcase a purebred, state-of-the-art 1000-Yard Benchrest rig. We hope these pride and joy rifles may provide inspiration for our readers, whetting their appetite for their next competition, varminting, or hunting rifle project. Us old guys need all the help we can get. I tried some, accepting some and rejecting some. I have had an interest in 1000-yard competition for many years and finally got the opportunity to try it. Recently had Darrell Jones of DJs Brass Service hydro-form 6 BRX brass for me. It had 2000 as a straight .284 Win and then I set it back to .284 Shehane to form brass with. For accurate dispensing, put very little powder into the Omega so you can drop one kernel at a time. I'd think throated properly and with the right powder, RL26 maybe, you'd be able to reach 2700 or more with just a straight 284. My match load clocks at 2935 fps with single-digit ES. It also has become one of the best for varmint and long range big game shooting too. My philosophy on load development differs from many shooters. The Ultimate F-Open Rig I use a K&M Arbor Press with seating force gauge when seating the bullets with a Wilson inline die. You may see 40 units (on the K&M dial) dropping to 20, then slowly increasing pressure. The ST-1000L & F are used in IBS, NBRSA and Williamsport 1000yd. Why do you like the .284 Shehane? Thats way too hot. ), Norm Harrold Won 2018 F-Class Open Division Nationals with .284 Shehane Rifle. I would also encourage other older shooters not to quit. This red rig features a Borden B action (Jewell trigger) fitted with a Lederer 1:14-twist barrel with a Loker tuner. So I only have to apologize about some red flakes in our bathroom., We like this handsome quilted Maple-stocked Mauser belonging to Forum member Steel Mover. Here he is with parents Karen and Ken Klemm. This keeps the center of gravity low and helps the rifle recoil smoothly with less hop in the bags. PMA Rod Guide Tikka T3X (.682"-.690")- 6.5 PRC - PMA Tool Dale also threaded the barrel for a Woolum Accuracy tuner. However, by blowing the sidewalls out 0.010, the .284 Shehane picks up about 3.3 grains of extra case capacity. This gray and blue beauty belongs to Forum member Farmer Dave. Powders include IMR, Hodgdon, Winchester Mark throated it very long so the the 180gr and 184gr Bergers would sit where they belong., Tuning the 7mm SAUM and Recoil Reduction [The load was] 180 Hybrids with 54.0 grains of H4831 SC. I also sought barrel life that would be far superior to that of a 7mm WSM or 6.5-284. Here are some of our favorite Pride and Joy rifles recently showcased in our Forum. 6.5-284 Norma - Wikipedia 284 Shehane - Loads | Shooters' Forum In matches with unlimited sighters, I generally hold dead center with a no-wind zero and use the point of impact as feedback. Velocities vary between barrels approx 2850 to 2880. I also liked the fact that the MB (medium long front) action offered an extended front end. A great barrel and great batch of Berger 180gr VLDs all made a difference. Ray keeps Jewell triggers in stock so the only piece left to acquire was the scope. Here is why: You have to shoot a 30 Cal Magnum with a 240gr bullet to equal the performance of most 7mm chamberings with the 180 Berger VLD. and F-class cross the coarse shooting. I loaded 44 rounds using 55.0 grains of H4831sc. We ran about .002 neck tension with the 180s seated just touching the lands. It has a custom Ceracoat paint job to match my sling gun. Key components are: Pierce Engineering long action tube receiver, Bartlein 1:8.5-twist barrel, Jewell trigger set at 2 oz., and Vortex Golden Eagle scope in Vortex rings. From this point we worked up in half-grain increments until pressure signs developed at 2950 fps. Well done father and son! Yes, thats a long, heavy barrel, but I think the length gives me a velocity advantage. guidelines the .284 Winchester case can handle up to 440 MPa (63,816 psi) piezo pressure. At the 2009 F-Class Nationals, held at Camp Butner, NC, Ballard shot a 1328-62X to win his second straight National title. It shoots better then I do. The rifle features a single-feed Alpin action, with Hart 26 1:8-twist barrel, chambered for the 6BRX (6mmBR wildcat) with .269 neck. The weather was variable, with wet but very calm conditions to start the 1000-yard match, resulting in new F-TR and F-Open National Records being set for 20-shot strings. In Long-Range F-Open Class (out to 1000 yards), the big, high-BC bullets rule. .284 Shehane Load Development 6mm-284 winchester Reloading Dies for sale at Midsouth Prices. Find the My rifle is chambered in .284 Shehane. Shooters may experiment with either shooting style to find what suits them best. On the following Monday, we went back to the test bench and chrono. I initially had the standard rear stock until Tommy Shurley and Mike Hearn came out with an adjustable rear plate. Darrell took the time to advised me every step of the way to allow me to shoot a 3.158 (5) shot group to win my first round of my first competitive match ever. Mike Youngblood, Share the post "Save Time and Barrel Life Let DJs Hydro-Form Your Brass". Best bullets for it are Berger 180gr Hybrids, 195gr EOLs, and Sierras 183gr MatchKing. I sent him a Panda F-Class action with a +20 MOA Picatinny rail. You dont want to chuck out brass that costs a buck a case (or more)! After trying Federal 210m primers, CCI BR-2 primers, light tension, heavy tension, jamming, jumping, we settled on 56.0+ grains of H4831sc with CCI BR-2 primers. Dont lose your accuracy by having carbon build up and close off the clearance required for the most accurate bullet release through a muzzle brake. Note: Extra charges apply for neck-turning and neck expansion operations, or specialized cartridge-forming operations. Enjoy this trip back in time to when the .284 Win was the new kid on the block. We offer new reloding data for: .284 Winchester, with bullets: 140 grs / 9,1 gram Nosler E-Tip 150 grs / 9,7 gram Hornady ELD-X ALL Bulletin content is copyrighted, 2023 AccurateShooter.com. This is a very popular option for F-Open Shooters. Henrys Championship-winning rig is shown below. Have you learned important techniques from other Forum members and other shooters? Round. I usually start to consider tossing the brass around 15 firings. Do you have a gun youd like to see featured there? WHIDSIZSN284SHE Product Manufacturer: Whidden Gunworks Whidden Gunworks Product Description: For precise, consistent OAL handloads, the internals of Whidden's sizing die are designed to keep your rounds . But I was hooked after that match. But no, this was done with heavy 180gr Berger Hybrid bullets and the .284 Shehane, an improved version of the .284 Winchester. On a bench you do notice the recoil.
If you look at a .300 WSM and a 6mm Dasher side by side, they appear almost identical in geometry the .300 WSM looks like an super-sized Dasher. been shooting mine for years with a 25 inch 9 twist the 160 class will make 2950+ pretty easy but the 180 class even with a full case of rl-26 will start trashing brass pretty quick once you start getting near 2900 fps. Im getting 2930-2950 fps with spreads in the 3-5 fps range. These are all very well-made and suitable for F-Class. Owner Jason Cohen explained why he chose the .284 Shehane chambering: The .284 Shehane has a proven record of accomplishments and that is why I have chosen it. I figured if I get it up to 2935-2950 fps that will be a point or two saved in a several day match. Jason explains why he selected the .284 Shehane chambering: The .284 Shehane is amazing, very forgiving and not temperamental. I explained to a friend that not lubing the neck is like overhauling an engine without lubing the cylinders. To start this project, I contacted Ray Bowman of Precision Rifle & Tool, PrecisionRifleSales.com. With the Right Bolt, Left Port action, I can shoot the entire match with minimal movement. Long-Range Only F-Open Cartridge This rifle now has 554 rounds through it, but only .003 throat erosion. The rifle is a dream to shoot now with a big reduction in felt recoil.. At the end he holds the Oehler Chrono up to the camera so you can view the readout yourself. The stock is a Deep Creek Tracker with 4 forearm and rudder system (the toe of the stock adjusts for angle, allowing better tracking). I stumbled on a recoil pad that is uniquely effective, the Falcon Strike. He won the 2014 United States F-Open Championship, and finished second in F-Open Division at the 2016 Canadian National F-Class Championship in Ontario. All these components have been a successful combination that has worked flawlessly in my other rifle.
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