Dugaboy,

Thank you for the reloading advice. I am assured by the importers that my rifle is regulated for the heavier 285g bullet. I won't have a chance to shoot it for another two weeks. But initially I will try it with RWS Geco loads. Are you familiar with this Factory load? The actual RWS 285g load that my rifle is regulated for is another type of round and retails for $30.00 more per box ($140.00) than the Geco. I am hoping that it will shoot ok. In the end I guess it is all fun and games.

My rifle is an entry level 140 model with ejectors, open express sights, no provision for a scope, double triggers and an English style stock.

You are right about being diagnosed DR Positive. Even though I haven't shot it yet, I wish I had one years ago.

Sepia