I'm just up extremely early, thanks to a puppy. I decided not to go back to sleep as it looks like I'll be called to work in about 45 minutes. So I'm sipping coffee and looking through emails and I have a response from Hornady's tech team.
I'd sent them a message asking about bullets for my .30-40 Krag rifle. I have a very nicely done sporter Krag, that I bought nearly 20 years ago now. I don't shoot it a lot but I always enjoy it when I do. The only modification I've done to the rifle is add a Rice Peep Sight, as it was missing a rear sight when I purchased the rifle. Here is a screen shot for those unfamiliar with a Rice peep.
The rifle has been missing the safety as well since I purchased the rifle. One of the many friends (hooligan1) I've made from this site, gifted me a complete Krag bolt. I've just not moved the safety over, even though I've had this part for a few years now.
Now as to why I contacted Hornady. I only have 20 rounds left of ammunition for this rifle loaded with its favorite bullet 180 grain Sierra PH RN. Well the old Sierra as well as many 180 grain RN bullets never seem to be in stock. The 220 grain RN which I can use just doesn't shoot as well as a 180. So I asked Hornady about some bullets for this rifle since RN are gettingbhard to find, specifically the 175 grain Sub-X and if they could be used at supersonic velocites. Here is the reply:
Luckily I have some 190s on hand because of my .300 BLK. I'm looking forward to trying these in my old Krag rifle, and I'll try the 175s as well. I have in the past tried cast gas checked bullets, they did okay as well. However, I didn't really enjoy bullet casting.
Anyway, I was just wondering what everyone has found works in their old Krag rifles? I'll post pictures of my rifle later, I don't need to wake my wife up to go and get it. Plus it's still dark outside.
I'd sent them a message asking about bullets for my .30-40 Krag rifle. I have a very nicely done sporter Krag, that I bought nearly 20 years ago now. I don't shoot it a lot but I always enjoy it when I do. The only modification I've done to the rifle is add a Rice Peep Sight, as it was missing a rear sight when I purchased the rifle. Here is a screen shot for those unfamiliar with a Rice peep.
The rifle has been missing the safety as well since I purchased the rifle. One of the many friends (hooligan1) I've made from this site, gifted me a complete Krag bolt. I've just not moved the safety over, even though I've had this part for a few years now.
Now as to why I contacted Hornady. I only have 20 rounds left of ammunition for this rifle loaded with its favorite bullet 180 grain Sierra PH RN. Well the old Sierra as well as many 180 grain RN bullets never seem to be in stock. The 220 grain RN which I can use just doesn't shoot as well as a 180. So I asked Hornady about some bullets for this rifle since RN are gettingbhard to find, specifically the 175 grain Sub-X and if they could be used at supersonic velocites. Here is the reply:
Thank you for reaching out. At the moment, we recommend using the data available for similar velocities. We have successfully pushed Sub-X bullets up to 2,000 fps and they held together well. For your .30-40 Krag rifle, you might consider the 190 Sub-X bullet, which is designed to perform at a range of velocities, including supersonic speeds. However, we do not have specific data for your rifle at supersonic speeds. For the most current load data, please check our website at https://www.hornady.com/support/load-data/. If you have further questions or need assistance, feel free to contact our tech team at 1-800-338-3220.Thank you,Hornady/SnapSafe Tech Team
Luckily I have some 190s on hand because of my .300 BLK. I'm looking forward to trying these in my old Krag rifle, and I'll try the 175s as well. I have in the past tried cast gas checked bullets, they did okay as well. However, I didn't really enjoy bullet casting.
Anyway, I was just wondering what everyone has found works in their old Krag rifles? I'll post pictures of my rifle later, I don't need to wake my wife up to go and get it. Plus it's still dark outside.