It offers great barrel life, it is super-easy to tune and its recoil is very manageable. After that I play a little with seating depth and look for a change. Trigger: I recommend and use Jewell triggers. Annealing plus ultrasonic cleaning starts at $35 per 100 cases ($45 for magnum cases). On Saturday my .284 was absolutely hammering, but Sunday I started noticing a hard bolt lift. It is a no-brainer for long range F-Class or Prone or 1000-yard Benchrest., Scotlands Grant Taylor. Thats way too hot. I will occasionally mess with the tuner and tighten things up if possible. My old straight .284 load at 2890 fps had ES spread in single digits for 10 shots. Q: What you do enjoy most about long-range benchrest shooting? We have 284 Winchester dies for sale, from great brands like Forster, Hornady, Lee, Lyman, RCBS, and Redding Reloading Products. He tells us: In my humble opinion, the .284 Shehane is the best balanced long-range round there is bar none. Heres a tip for guys who shoot the 6 PPC, 6 Dasher, 6 BRA, .284 Shehane, or other wildcat cartridges that require fire-forming. It has a custom Ceracoat paint job to match my sling gun. Key components are: Pierce Engineering long action tube receiver, Bartlein 1:8.5-twist barrel, Jewell trigger set at 2 oz., and Vortex Golden Eagle scope in Vortex rings. I've chronicled its development on social media, as well as in prior posts focusing on my decision making process. I bolted the barreled action in, and squeezed the end of the forearm and barrel together, the stock flexed a little bit, but not as much as other designs that I have tested. We loaded 53.0 grains of Hodgdon H4831sc and shot one round, cleaned, shot three rounds, cleaned, then shot 10 rounds and cleaned. I remembered this as I was preparing to shoot the first relay Sunday morning. The .284 Shehane is a slightly modified wildcat that retains the same 35 shoulder as the parent case. NOTE: Charles Ballard always employs eye and ear protection when shooting. Here is a 6BR Ackley Improved (6BRA) built by Alex Wheeler. He decided to go with a Brux 1:8.5-twist, 4-groove cut-rifled barrel. Single digit ES (Extreme Spread) is the goal. After the brass is sorted, I chamfer the case mouths with an RCBS VLD tool. If you need formed brass for a new build (gun not yet fired), let me know and I will size the brass to fit within .001 of a PT&G GO gauge.. Why did you go from a 6mm Dasher to a 7mm Shehane? I work up from that reduced charge weight in increments of 0.3 grains. I agree with your fireforming load. Create False Shoulder for Fire-Forming (Call for Price). Q: People want to know about your load and your loading methods. We comparison-tested a 6.5-284 rifle launching 142 SMKs at 2975 fps, a 300 WSM rifle firing 210 Bergers at 2850 fps, and my .284 Winchester shooting 180 Bergers at 2900 fps. 284 Shehane - donuts - Reloading and tuning - Cortina Precision Forum About Us Home About Cortina Precision Become a member Cart Checkout Contact Us Dealers and Installers EC Tuner Home Forum Forum Account Login Merchandise My account Shop Thank You Tuner Installation $0.00 0 items Home / Forum Forums Unread Posts Recent Posts Member-Only Forums Ballards Purple Haze rifle features superb components, including a BAT MB action, Nightforce 12-42 BR Scope, and a wickedly accurate 32 Broughton barrel. Share the post "Henrys Hammer State-of-the-Art .284 Shehane for 1K BR". Note the block fitted to the tubular fore-end so the rifle rides smooth and steady on the Rodzilla T-Rex joystick front rest. I felt the same result could be had with a Light Gun. Editors NOTE: These numbers are 10 years old. Three-Minute Prep Period History [ edit] The parent case .284 Winchester was created around 1963, but did not see extensive commercial use. More speed, less pressure? I initially had the standard rear stock until Tommy Shurley and Mike Hearn came out with an adjustable rear plate. [This] caliber has awesome accuracy. I was sold! Last year (2017) at the SW Nationals I took a VERY casual survey of all the 284 Winchester (and Shehane) shooters I could find and asked them about the pros and cons of doing a Shehane vs. a straight 284 Winchester as I was about to build a 284 of one variety or the other and wanted to get an idea which way I SHOULD go. [The load was] 180 Hybrids with 54.0 grains of H4831 SC., Scotlands Grant Taylor. But I was hooked after that match. Register for the Forum and you can add your favorite gun to the list. I use Lapua brass (6.5-284 necked-up), CCI BR-2 primers, Hodgdon H4350 powder, and Berger 184gr bullets. .284 Shehane Load Development To read the accompanying article click here. I talked two stock makers into making them. In 2008, I went to the Williamsport Benchrest School with a friend from Pennsylvania, John Haas. I found that the 300 WSMs vertical really tightened up after about 50 rounds. For example, if you shoot a 22 Dasher, Darrell can hydro-form the cases to a 6 Dasher and then neck them down to .22 caliber. Darrell is a hydro-forming wizard who has perfected the process over the last couple of years. I would also encourage other older shooters not to quit. Q: You are in your 70s now and have only been shooting competitively for a few years. In features a super-low profile carbon composite stock. One of the most popular features of our Shooters Forum is the ongoing Pride and Joy Rifle thread. Expand Case Necks and Anneal brass (Call for Price) With the .284 Shehane, you have a .308 bolt face, medium action, and Lapua brass. The 6.5-284 Norma originated as a wildcat cartridge based on the .284 Winchester cartridge necked down to 6.5 mm. The 284 Shehane has a proven record of accomplishments and that is why I have chosen it. Share the post "Is the .284 Shehane Inherently Accurate? _gaq.push(['_setDomainName', '.accurateshooter.com']); Here is why: You have to shoot a 30 Cal Magnum with a 240gr bullet to equal the performance of most 7mm chamberings with the 180 Berger VLD. I found this very important in holding good elevation (minimal vertical dispersion). This barrel has 2200 rounds through it. Darrell also just got a custom hydro die for the .284 Shehane, a wildcat based on the .284 Winchester. With the price of premium brass topping $1.00 per case for popular match cartridges, it makes sense to consider annealing your brass to extend its useful life. Load development for me starts with each new barrel. My fireform loads are going 2765 FPS. [Editor: The equipment lists at major F-TR matches will confirm Kovans conclusion here. For more info, visit DJsBrass.com or call Darrell Jones at 205-461-4680. My rifle is chambered in .284 Shehane. You can make enormous progress in a few seasons. Forum member FrankZ explains: This is my favorite rifle and it will become my daughters first centerfire. In F-TR competition, the choice is clear a .308 Win throated for Berger 185gr BTLRs and 200gr Hybrids will win in mid-range AND long-range comps. The 2018 F-Class Nationals recently concluded at Raton, NM. Big Mistake! All of the above information is based on my personal experience and it is meant to help new shooters choose the right cartridges for F-Class matches. Uniform velocity gives me more consistent vertical point of impact. The variable power and unobstructed DD-1 reticle of the NF were deciding factors. In the versatility section I will elaborate more on this subject. I think thats why Ive been able to build loads that consistently deliver single-digit Extreme Spreads with ultra-low SDs. You must log in or register to reply here. Henry: At the Nationals, I used my 17-lb Light Gun for both Light and Heavy Class. The bullet was moved out .003 to maintain position relative to the lands. Does this really help reduce extreme spread? This optic is ultra clear, reasonably lightweight (28 oz. I put any variables aside for sighters. I considered the Leupold competition scopes but ultimately decided on the Nightforce BR. Is the .284 Shehane Inherently Accurate? Share the post "Hail the Champions: 2018 F-Class Nationals at Raton, NM", By Emil Kovan Without revealing any trade secrets, we can say the Darrell has very special dies and Darrell doesnt use a mallet or hammer he has a system that is much more consistent. Here is why: You have to shoot a 30 Cal Magnum with a 240gr bullet to equal the performance of most 7mm chamberings with the 180 Berger VLD. DJs Brass Offers Specialized Custom Services Improved by definition means made better, I took a great cartridge, and modified it to increase capacity, reduce pressure, and increase brass life. Father Ken also competed at the Nationals, shooting great in both individual and team events. Henry: I cringe when I see people wearing out their barrels with bronze brushes between relays. All hydro-formed cases are annealed at no extra charge after the forming process. There are many improved variants of the original .284 Winchester: 7mm Walker, .284 Shehane, .284 Ackley and so on. But no, this was done with heavy 180gr Berger Hybrid bullets and the .284 Shehane. Many championships have been won, and many records set with those two bullets in the .308 Win. I will run it through its paces shortly and see how well it does. At IBS matches I studied other shooters equipment and techniques. This article covers only the (currently) most popular cartridge/bullet combos for F-Class (F-Open and F-TR). It shot a 3.597 pretty amazing. If you do this with your fouler shots you get your fire-forming accomplished without using up any extra barrel life.. With availability of useful bullets ranging from 85 grains to 160 grains, the 6.5-284 has a lot to offer varminters, big-game hunters and long-range target shooters. For some cartridge types, I can pre-form cases to assist in fire-forming a wildcat cartridge. I dont shoot free recoil and a comfortable pistol grip is super important to me when selecting a stock. I have a concrete bench using a slab from a yard furniture place on concrete blocks. After getting in late one Saturday night, I forgot to clean my rifle. Heres a gorgeous green 6mm Dasher. with holes in the buttstock and forend. Also, most custom die makers want you to send them two or three cases, each fire-formed three times. Complete game changer! You can see your scopes crosshairs stay on the target the whole time and push the rifle back for the next shot. ), super reliable, and has 1/8 MOA clicks what you want for long range F-Class competition. This would also severely limit barrel life in a F-Class rifle. Henry also runs a combo tuner/muzzle-brake. After the NC State Champs, the gun went into hibernation for the winter. Want to try a Dasher or 6 BRA but dont like the hassle of fire-forming? Darrell says: Simply send me the brass you need or have it dropped-shipped to me along with a fired case that has not been sized. I use Erics tuner/brakes on all my new barrels.) On this build, I am trying a BixN Andy trigger for the first time. Ballards huge success with the .284 Winchester cartridge helped make the .284 Win (and .284 Win Improveds) the dominant cartridge in F-Open competition worldwide. Base collar is gold metallic, followed by the red. I shoot primarily local and regional matches Colorado, Wyoming, and possibly Nebraska this summer. I have shot both, and prefer cut-rifled barrels. Do you have a gun youd like to see featured there? Powder charges are dispensed and weighed with an RCBS ChargeMaster Electronic Dispenser, which is regularly calibrated with check-weights to assure accuracy. Now dont get me wrong, at 22 pounds with a decelerator recoil pad, the .284 is comfortable to shoot. Products. It has also been the bases for several wildcats, including the 6mm-284, .284 Shehane, .30-284, .338-284, .35-284, .375-284 and others. Forum member Jim Hardy has shot the .284 with great success. One of the biggest reasons why I like Master Class stocks, is the pistol grip. 0. That enhancement makes a BIG difference. I think thats due to having more meat in the receiver area. The straight .284 Win is an excellent cartridge, quite capable of winning F-class matches. March scopes are also very popular and very well-made. Then the idea of We the People popped into the head. Henry: I can shoot 1000 yards on my farm. Share the post ".284 Shehane Winning Wildcat for F-Open Competition". Do you tune the barrel to the load? The extra boiler room is enough to drive the 180s at 2900-2950 fps with 30-32 barrels using H4831sc, Vihtavuori N560, or Alliant Reloder 16. This was the first five rounds through it after I cleaned it after the last match. Forum member Grimstod posted this nice 6BRX in a scenic setting: Bill Goad at Premier Accuracy crated this fantastic 6BRX. Joel explains: I like to have relatively new brass always ready. He loaded Sierra 100gr Pro-Hunter bullets, and took this nice Roe Buck at 240 yards through a gap in the foliage. We offer new reloding data for: .284 Winchester, with bullets: 140 grs / 9,1 gram Nosler E-Tip 150 grs / 9,7 gram Hornady ELD-X This cleaning and annealing process is included in the $0.60 (sixty cents) per case price thats all part of the Hydro-forming service. One of the most popular features of our Shooters Forum is the ongoing Pride and Joy thread. Had 1000 pieces to fireform and didnt want to do all that on a brand new barrel. Optimum freebore for the 230s is too long for the 185/200s, so you would be limited to using only 215/230gr bullets in that barrel.Furthermore, the recoil increase with heavier bullets is substantial, causing the rifle to be more difficult to shoot. This gray and blue beauty belongs to Forum member Farmer Dave. I started with Time Precision tuners. Then use the tuner and tune the barrel to the load. The extra boiler room is enough to drive the 180s at 2900-2950 fps with H4831sc, with long barrels. Here are some of our favorite Pride and Joy rifles recently showcased in our Forum. guidelines the .284 Winchester case can handle up to 440 MPa (63,816 psi) piezo pressure. I started calling anyone I could thing of to see if they had any idea what could be causing this problem. Team LBB: Jay Christopherson, Erik Cortina, Tom Hendricks, Pat Scully, Coach Bob Sebold. Share the post "Sunday GunDay: Back-to-Back Championship Winning .284 Win". The paint is Candy Apple Green, the forearm has a white base-coat, center section is gray base coat and the buttstock is black base coat, all covered with five coats of clear. After I am happy with my set-up, I take a position similar to that of a conventional prone shooter. This has proven to be a valuable tool in my load development. Since 2009, Forum members have posted photos and descriptions of their most prized firearms. This has a McMillan Kestros ZR stock fitted with a RAD (spring-loaded buttpad) system with custom spring. My face rests on the stock and my shoulder is placed firmly into the buttplate. If you look at that 5-round group you might think it was shot with a 6 PPC or maybe a 6mmBR. 284 Win on Quickload var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; Now, we are pursuing sub-one-inch vertical at 600 yards! Henry: I had true Heavy Guns with 5-inch fronts and 3-inch rears. Among BAT Machine Co.actions, I like BAT models M, MB, and 3LL best. Without AccurateShooter.com, I would probably still be shooting double-digit (10+) groups at 1000 yards, and I sure wouldnt have my name on a National Championship trophy. Always be ready to learn something new. Housed in a polished, stainless BAT trigger guard is a Jewel trigger set at 5 ounces. Ease of Load Tuning I had a local gunsmith cut a thread on the muzzle brake for a tuner I got from Sid Goodling. I also liked the fact that the MB (medium long front) action offered an extended front end. Load Data. Darrell says: Simply send me the brass you need or have it dropped-shipped to me along with a fired case that has not been sized. The reason is that if you have your barrel throated out for the 215s or the 230s, you could have a slow barrel and max out on pressure before the desired velocity is reached. On the following Monday, we went back to the test bench and chrono. In this story, Henry explains his set-up plus his processes for loading super-accurate ammo. I predominantly shoot and adjust my aim based on mirage. The .284 Shehane shoots inside the 6.5 AND the straight .284, the .300 WSM, and the .300 Win Mag with less recoil. I damaged an extractor and had to send the bolt back to BAT. These are all very well-made and suitable for F-Class. Ryan is using 54.0 grains simply as a fire-forming load. The Berger 215gr Hybrids have been used to win many competitions including recently the 2015 F-Class Nationals. My load for all barrels is 52g 2209 with 180vlds. Seeing is believing! Just before Nationals, I tried going up and down one marker. I use a bore mop to clean inside the chamber, then some Break Free LP on the bolt followed by bolt grease on the lugs and cocking part. The .284 is the parent cartridge for the 6.5-284 Norma as well as the .450 Bushmaster and .475 Wildey Magnum. It had 2000 as a straight .284 Win and then I set it back to .284 Shehane to form brass with. This article will focus on proven choices, currently used by the top F-Class shooters in the world. Register for the Forum and you can add your favorite gun to the list. The .284 is able to drive 160 grain bullets at 2800fps and while this may not be considered an optimum velocity based on the potential of the case, it is nevertheless a substantial step up from the short action 7mm08 cartridge giving 2600 to 2650fps with this bullet weight. Henry: The sport offers good people and a real challenge. The .284 Win is currently dominating in F-Open competition. Full Service: Uniform primer pockets, Chamfer case mouths, Ultrasonic cleaning, Anneal case necks (Starting at $60.00/100 call for quote) Multi-Discipline Versatility the 284 really needs a mid length or long action FURMAN Well-Known Member I went to some VHA jamborees also. Why do you like the .284 Shehane? This handsome rifle, which belongs to Forum member J.J.Coe, represents the state-of-the-art for 100/200-yard benchrest rifles. As we commenced load development, Jerry Tierneys .284 Win load data posted on this 6mmBR.com gave us a good starting point. 1 of 2 . Free Shipping On Orders Over $99! I have a 29 barrel also though since its a setback. We thank Joel for this smart suggestion. Eventually, at the end of my last string, the gun blew a few primers. Ian Klemm won his Second Straight F-TR National Championship last week. Hydro-forming by Darrell costs $0.60 per case with 100-ct minimum. At the 2008 Nationals in Lodi, Wisconsin, Charles shot a 1337-65X with Berger 180gr bullets. CALIBER CHOICE: The Case for the .284 Win. The K&M arbor with seating force gauge shows the need to do this. I do this because I have never had success waiting on a condition to come back. })(); To comment on a post, click Post Title or "Comment" Link. Thats obviously very important if you travel to compete. I use a bore guide when anything goes down the barrel. We are blessed with many good match-quality receivers: Barnard, BAT, Borden, Kelbly, Nesika, and Stiller just to mention a few. Share the post "Save Time and Bullets Fire-Form with your Fouler Shots". Shooters may experiment with either shooting style to find what suits them best. But in reality, on average, the .223 Rem, regardless of what powder/bullet combo is used, cannot compete with the .308 Win. the 284 win is one of those overlooked cartridges. For these photos, he removed safety glasses. The new Master Class Low Profile stock shares the same grip as the old model. It offers great ballistics with very low recoil and big accuracy window. If you look at that 5-round group you might think it was shot with a 6 PPC or maybe a 6mmBR. Hornady 284 Winchester Match bullets Hornady offers 4 bullets in .284 ranging from 162grain to 190grain similar to the other offerings in terms of bullet weight. We have 6mm-284 Winchester dies for sale, from great brands like Forster, Hornady, Lee, Lyman, RCBS, and Redding Reloading Products. I read the article on 6mmBR.com about Jerry Tierneys .284 Winchester and the cogs began to turn. Its amazing what you can learn from a rifle that is as sensitive as this one., This impressive rifle features an antique 1917 Enfield action chambered for the .338 Win Magnum cartridge. You may not reproduce original text or photos without advanced permission in writing. He posted: Got this 6.547 Lapua back from my smith about six months ago. _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); You may see 40 units (on the K&M dial) dropping to 20, then slowly increasing pressure. I would not go any hotter in the interest of case life. So I had the idea of painting the stock because there are so many wood stocks with clear coat these days. Here are the team members, with Grizzly President Shiraz Balolia top left and coach Trudie Fay in the middle. Below is a video by Editor F-Class John, showing the features of the Kestros ZR stock. The barrel was near-new; this was the first time I had used it this year. The front rest is a SEB Max (see above). Birchwood Casey Shoot-N-C 17.25" Sight-in Target - 5 Targets Art Cocchia advised getting a load with a good known accuracy node with minimum extreme spread, which controls vertical. The case issues seem to be with previously softer batches of cases. Share the post "Sunday GunDay: We the People .284 Shehane F-Open Rifle". After I get the feedback I need from my sighters its time to go for record. The purple .284 balances very well and tracks great. I find that funny because if could somehow properly size the cases for three fire-forming cycles, I would not need a sizing die. The weather was variable, with wet but very calm conditions to start the 1000-yard match, resulting in new F-TR and F-Open National Records being set for 20-shot strings. That enhancement makes a BIG difference. I was thinking of ribbons on the front in red and blue but we could not get the layout right. The standard way to fireform for the 284 Shehane is to load ammo with 54gr H4831SC (a standard load for the parent cartridge) and a 180gr Berger Hybrid seated into the lands and go shoot a match or at the range. 284 Winchester Load Data - (Archived) Crossed the scale at 11.7lbs. The first order of business was to get the action ordered, knowing how long it would take to get a BAT left bolt, right port action, plus scope rail, and trigger guard. Comparison: 6.5-284, .284 Win, and 300 WSM I choose this because I really did not know otherwise and was steered to the Shehane by a friend. The 284 KMR IMP seems to have two nodes, one around 2820 fps and other at 2940 fps. In African Obeche wood (any color choice), the price is $795.00. ALL Bulletin content is copyrighted, 2023 AccurateShooter.com. I run a 184gr Berger at about 2850 FPS and get great brass life in my other rifles. The barrel action rides in a Roy Hunter stock. Team LBB shot well, to earn a second straight Mid-Range National Title, and grab second (Silver) at Long Range. It is chambered (no surprise) for the 6 PPC cartridge, which dominates the short-range game. NOTE: Darrell offers Free Annealing with hydro-forming services, which starts at $60 per 100 cases. On top is a Leupold 40x45mm scope on a Picatinny rail that Grimstod machined himself. At the request of some of the forum moderators, Id like to start a discussion on the 284 Shehane (improved 284 Winchester). I screw on the new barrel, fire 25 rounds of whatever I have left over and then clean it. Once I get something that works well at 600 yards I go back in work around that by 0.1 grains. This rifle has a 1.55, round BAT LP/RE action, fitted with a Bartlein barrel chambered for the .284 Shehane (an improved version of the .284 Winchester). I have used the same brass for years. I usually start to consider tossing the brass around 15 firings. I added a 3/4 track rail in the rear, and milled the underside of the fore-end to create two parallel rails in the front to help the stock track better. But the majority of Aggregates are probably still being won with 30-caliber bullets shot from some kind of magnum case. After my first string this load started hammering. Jason Cohens We the People patriotic .284 Shehane F-Class rifle. I am getting rid of my 45-pound Heavy Guns and replacing them with Light Guns with heavy barrels. I usually start to consider tossing the brass around 15 firings. On paper the 90gr VLD will shoot inside most .308 Win loads even at a 1000 yards. Heres another handsome .284 Shehane F-Open rifle. ALL Bulletin content is copyrighted, 2023 AccurateShooter.com. I chose the Max because I was shooting Group Benchrest first then made the transition to F-Class. Share the post "Accurate Cartridges The .284 Shehane, an Improved .284 Win". The stainless Blake barrel is chambered for the .284 Shehane wildcat, and sports an F-Class Products tuner on the end. . We know that Krieger, Bartlein, Satern, and Hawk Hill Custom all make fine cut-rifled barrels as well. Owner Jason Cohen explained why he chose the .284 Shehane chambering: The .284 Shehane has a proven record of accomplishments and that is why I have chosen it. Kovan Match Rifles LLC, www.matchrifles.com. We ran about .002 neck tension with the 180s seated just touching the lands. Let DJ do the work for you! Mike Wilson (3 Time IBS Record Holder; 2013 and 2014 1000-yard IBS Shooter of the Year. I stumbled on a recoil pad that is uniquely effective, the Falcon Strike. A lot of barrels will top out at about 2850 fps. var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); Note the heavy-contour custom barrel with brake. Given a 26-inch tube, this number easily launches moly-plated 142-grain Sierra MatchKings at 3,150 fps. OK, if we now net the barrel cost savings (-$.25) for the .284 with the higher cost of 7mm reloading components (+$.07), I figure the .284 Win costs $.18 per round LESS to shoot than the 6.5-284. I use a K&M Arbor Press with seating force gauge when seating the bullets with a Wilson inline die. grip on the bullet) is really important. Our discussion will analyze cartridge selection based on the four different F-Class sub-disciplines: Open Mid-Range, Open Long-Range, F-TR Mid-Range, and F-TR Long Range. In the F-Open division, Norm Harrold of Team McMillan shot great from the start, topping the field to win the F-Open division. Q: Tell us about the combined tuner/muzzle brake on some of your barrels. Fortunately, the Range at Raton saved some of its most challenging conditions for the final match of the championship. I start 0.6 grains lower than my last charge that worked. It also has become one of the best for varmint and long range big game shooting too. I asked the guy in the yard about it and he said it had been returned because it had too much figure for the job the customer was working on. Dont have time to neck-turn hundreds of cases? This allows me to use the center as my primary hold. Anneal Case Necks Only ($20.00/100 normal or $25.00/100 magnum) On top is a Nightforce 42x44mm Competition scope in BAT rings. We mourn his passing.]. It shoots better then I do. The rifle features a single-feed Alpin action, with Hart 26 1:8-twist barrel, chambered for the 6BRX (6mmBR wildcat) with .269 neck.
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