Tilleyman

Good photos and illustrations. When I first tried my 303 #1, it strung the shots upwards, but not as fast or high as yours. I took the forend off and could see where it was touching the action and the barrel. I little bit of fine work with 400grit paper and I have had no problems since. Keep in mind that the loads you are using were worked up in a SMLE Action which is a weaker rear locking action and nowhere near as strong as the Ruger. My loads in my last post are 1.5 grains above the listed maximimum in Nick Harvey's book. I worked up to this very carefully, and there is no signs of excess pressure or expansion. They ejected easily and then also slip back into the chamber without any problem. WORK UP TO THEM CAREFULLY. My rifle likes the bullets 40thou from the lands. I would also say the 150grn's extend about 2/3 of the way into the neck. I wish I knew how to put photos on here and I could do the same as you. I will be away for the next 5 weeks, so I will check in when I get back.

Cheers Wayne