EP 127: The 7 PRC

Regardless of your cartridge choice? As a long range shooter, hunter and former LE Sniper. That was one of the most informative and accurate break downs of terminal ballistics, energy for a lethal kill assessments that was backed up by data, experience, engineering that I have heard! I am not A Gunwerks customer, but Mr. Davidsons Knowledge and expertise in his field is impressive.

“I think Gunwerks single handily saved the 7mm rem mag from extinction” come on now 😂, the 7 rem mag has always been there and isn’t going anywhere!

the berger 180.....true game changer forever and what a great conversation about cartridge development

I found this podcast to be a fine discussion on the 7 PRC covering the other 7's alongside. Great job guy's. I'm really glad you commented on the belted magnums that I've grown to dislike as a handloader. Once again great podcast. Thanks,

Thanks for the frank comments and the perspective of your own experience and history.

Lots of info! Great discussion!

I’m in the process of another building another big game rifle right now. (Long lead times) it was going to be in 28 nosler. After listening to this I called my barrel manufacturer today and switch it to 7prc. I didn’t know it was a thing when I originally ordered it. I’m not a band wagoner but I can’t deny that the proof is in the pudding. I have loaded for many different cartridges but by far I have had most success with 6.5 CM and 6.5 PRC in terms of ease of finding an accurate, good load that the rifle likes. I don’t know what Hornady is doing that makes those cartridges so accurate and easy to load but I’m sold and I’ll follow them to the 7 prc. ( no need for a 300 ) Thank you for your input

I began me long range shooting after watching your show many years ago. I shoot a 7mm Sendero with the 168 Berger bullet at 3040 fps at the muzzle. This past spring I broke my 1 mile record by stretching it out to 2165 yards on a 40" target with several consecutive hits in a row, I think 6 hits. I just wanted to thank you for the motivation to get me started.

Great honest podcast!! Solid information.

Great info. I shoot a 280ai, 7 rem mag, 7 dakota and 28 nosler. Looking fwd to a 7 prc. With limited ammo supplies the 7 rem mag is the easiest to get components for. I'm sure someday that will change

Great discussion, and fascinating.

I love my 7mm's. .284 Win, 7mm Rem mag, 7-08 etc. This was a great discussion. My next build may just be a 7PRC.

I just finished a 7mm Sherman Short Mag build. I almost jumped on the 7 LRM but held out. I love that the 7's are gaining more and more momentum again.

I’m a 6.5/284 kind of guy myself but have been thinking about a 7-PRC love what Aaron has shared because I’ve always loved my 7mm. Rem Mag but thought it could have been better.

Excellent breakdown!

Wow, that's the most fascinating, interesting podcast I have ever heard. Aaron is so dang knowledgeable. As a reloader, he had me captivated.

I'm in love with my 6.5 CM. I'm astounded at the efficiency and accuracy with the 147 eld-m at long range. I won't be changing any time soon.

I purchased what I think is one of the original LR-1200 7MM Rem Mag rifles from these boys back in 2010 or 2011 Serial #CO457. It's equipped with a Nightforce NXS 5.5 22X50 scope with a yardage turret setup with the BC and MV for this cartridge. The rifle didn't come with a muzzle break so I had a reputable gunsmith install a very nice stainless break which really helps with recoil. Rifle weighs in at about 10lbs so hiking around the high country is not for the faint of heart! Gunwerks provided me with the load data for the rifle; 168 Berger 70.7 g H1000-3.420 COAL which I convert to 2.716 CBTO. Have always had this rifle zeroed at 500 yds. I was a hunting guide for many years in British Columbia and that rifle has seen a ton of high country. This rifle still shoots very accurately. I just had my gunsmith run a bore scope down the tube and while there is some minor throat erosion the rifling still looks awesome. Over the years I convinced more than a few hunters to invest in these platforms. Can't think of a single reason I would part with ol "Grizz"...Awesome rifle.

Good stuff! Thanks

6 years ago, I rebarreled a 300WM Savage 116 to 7SAUM for 175gn LR competition; I soured on it though when I took it elk hunting and realized all of the wasted action length and weight wasn't ideal for hunting. I always liked the SAUM concept, but it wasn't designed for the 175's and longer in the short action. Now the PRC comes out, and I see exactly what I was looking for in the 7SAUM- it will allow use of the 175's and be space efficient in a long action. Now I have to find a buyer for my SAUM barrel and loading dies.