What is the best Creedmoor ballistics for shooting?

With 6.5 Creedmoor, the positive attributes shine brightly while the downside compromises are small in comparison. And that’s why 6.5 Creedmoor ballistics are thought of as the “sweet spot” in the eyes of many shooting sports professionals and enthusiasts alike.

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What are the Special notes for reloading a Creedmoor?

SPECIAL NOTES FOR RELOADING 6.5 CREEDMOOR 6.5 Creedmoor is about long-range shooting, and that requires precision at every stage. Consistency is the name of the game. CRITICAL FACTOR: CASE NECK THICKNESS UNIFORMITY If case neck thickness is not uniform, the bullet will enter the rifling off-center which degrades precision in a meaningful way.

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What is the best barrel size for my Creedmoor?

A 24" barrel is considered optimal for 6.5 Creedmoor, but if you need something more nimble and compact (and light-weight), you won’t give up much by going LENGTH

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Does the Creedmoor work at short ranges?

It would work at short ranges, but does not bring out the full potential for this cartridge. 6.5 CREEDMOOR HUNTING SUMMARY The 6.5 Creedmoor is a GREAT cartridge for most popular hunting activities involving medium to large game, especially those where long ranges are involved.

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