"Ask the Rabbi" by R. Mermelstein



QUESTION: Dear Rabbi Mermelstein:

180 grain seems to be the best carrier of energy, but rate of twist is involved in the accuracy of each bullet weight and velocity. I do not fully understand these relationships. Do you know? Are you willing to teach?

Dave Johnston
7 Aug 1999


ANSWER: Dear Dave,

The 1 in 10" twist of all rifles chambered for the 300 Win. Mag is designed to handle projectiles as heavy as 220 grains. It is the length of the bullet, rather than the weight, that requires a faster rate of twist to stabilize it. The 180 grain bullet is the ideal weight in this caliber for all applications where the 300 Win Mag is considered suitable.

Sincerely,

R. Mermelstein

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