How do you like Benchmark for the 222 rem?

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mattL46

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I just wanted to hear some personal experiences before I tried it. I have great results with just about any powder for the cartridge but always fun to try something new. Lets hear it.
 
Excellent powder across the board for 52-77 gr bullets in my AR. Great versatility. I even used BM in some 155gr .308 loads.
 
I like Benchmark powder. Have worked up a great load using 40 gr. Sierra Blitzkings over 25 gr. Benchmark and 7 1/2 Rem primers. Gives me about 3400 fps and 1/2" groups at 100 yards. The gun is a CZ American 222 Rem with the approx. 22 inch barrel.
 
I have recently purchased a 1 Lb. can of benchmark for my 222 and can't wait to try it for the first time. My old Rem. 700 Varmint special likes the 50gr. bullets and with a new box of Lapua cases and 7 1/2 primers I anticipate some tight groups. Although I have never fired benchmark before. So load development will be needed. I hope to be able to hold 3/8-1/4" groups.
 
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