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308 ammo
The .308 Norma Magnum (7.62×65mmBR) cartridge was created by Nils Kvale at Norma, Sweden. Like the larger .358 Norma Magnum it is based on the .300 H&H Magnum. The length of the case is the longest that would fit in a standard Mauser action. While it appeared to have a bright future initially, it was soon superseded in popularity by the .300 Winchester Magnum. The first, and one of the few, manufacturers to offer rifles in .308 Norma Magnum was Schultz & Larsen of Denmark and they still are.
In the late 1940s, Kvale designed a wildcat called 8mm Kvale. It was intended for use in the German surplus 8mm Mauser M98 that flooded the American market after the war and was therefore nicknamed 'Poor Man's Magnum'. Kvale used the case from the .300 H&H Magnum and reduced the rim diameter so it would fit the bolt of a Mauser M98. The lessons learned from this cartridge were put into the .308 and .358 Norma Magnum.
Cases for the cartridge can be purchased from Norma or made in three ways:
Necking up a 7 mm Remington Magnum case, necking down a .338 Winchester Magnum case, or running .300 Winchester Magnum cases through a full-length sizing die. Since the first two options leave the brass a bit short, the third is generally considered to be the best option. Ammunition for this caliber is not cheap (typically US$50–60 for 20 cartridges) and as such it is mainly of interest only to handloaders who own a rifle chambered in this caliber. The cartridge makes use of a belted case for headspacing.
Its short powder column give it an edge in efficiency over most of the older .30 cal magnums, not including ultra magnums or wsm caliber. the longer neck helps with seating longer/heavier projectiles better than the shorter necked 300 Win Mag. The shorter neck means that the projectile in certain rifles has to go deeper into the case whereby taking up more powder space.
The demise of the Norma Magnum case can be summed up as a marketing failure on Norma's part. Although rifles were available in this caliber, only brass for reloading was available in large quantities, with Norma the only manufacturer of ready-made ammo. Winchester, however, was able to produce the popular model 70 rifles in their caliber and mass-produced ready-made ammo to the American public. This was the main reason of the 300 Winchester Magnum's popularity over the 308 Norma Mag. The 308 Norma Magnum is considered by many reloaders as a better caliber compared to the 300 Winchester Magnum that essentially replaced it.
I’ve got 800 rounds of steel case .308 ammo I’m trying to sell for 70 cents a round If you buy the whole lot I’ll let it go for $500. I’m in poulsbo Washington. Nothings wrong with the ammo I just got rid of my .308 and now I’m left with the ammo so that’s my reason for parting with it.
1950s Remington Woodsmaster 740 308 w/Bushnell Banner 3-9x scope. Shoots great. Semi auto. Scope is zeroed. Great hunting rifle. Some damage to the forearm/forend. I don’t feel it with my grip at all and is cosmetic damage only. Can be replaced with new walnut piece for around $150. Open to...
Up for consideration is 370 rounds of 308 as follows:
100 rounds - IMI systems 7.62x51, 150 gr
61 rounds - Federal Match .308, 168 gr
50 rounds - Federal Match .308, 165 gr
40 rounds - PMC Bronze .308, 147 gr
40 rounds - Federal Fusion.308, 165 gr
40 rounds - Winchester 7.62x51, 149 gr
20...
Come with 2Mags (1) 20round (1) 5round
Width
10.5000
Length
51.0000
Height
3.2500
Weight
13.8500
Caliber
308 Winchester
Sights
N
Dimension
3.65 X 10.50 X 51.35
Stock Color
BLACK
Stock Material
SYNTHETIC
Swivel Studs
N
Type Action
SEMI-AUTOMATIC
Weight In Pounds
11.2
One 20 round box Federal 308 with 165gr Barnes TSX bullet.
$40 cash
Or possible trade for:
H4895 or LeverEvolution powders
30 30 die set, powder measuring devices, 30 30 brass, 308 brass
Mett in Portland area
100rds of 180gr Remington Core-Lokt .308 $110
400rds of Winchester 165gr 40cal $190
285gr Hornady 338 Lap $200 for both
2 boxes of 338 RUM $180 for both
Shipping is ok
I've got three boxes of Igman brass case 147 gr. .308 ammo that I would like to sell for $50. **Will be in Portland/Vancouver tomorrow March 20th and can meet a potential buyer.**
I know this is a long shot…but I recently left the caliber and hoping to find someone wanting a cache of 551 factory loaded rounds of 308/.762. I figure the trade worth lot of to be around $700ish dollars, rough outline and breakdown below. I would like to trade it straight across for a 9mm...
100 rounds of Winchester 147 grain 7.62x51 NIB, and 80 rounds of Federal 180 grain 308 ammo NIB. Would like to sell as one lot or trade for 9mm, 38 special, 357 magnum, or 556. Will sell the whole lot for $170 cash. I paid $1.10 a round so am taking a loss, but sold the rifle. I am in Monmouth...
No need for the ammo.
I need cash or 9mm
Maybe some match 223????
200 rounds of red army standard (150 grain)
20 rounds of m80 Winchester (149 grain)
40 rounds of pmc bronze (147 grain)
20 rounds of federal power shock (180 grain)
20 rounds of Norma kalahart (150 grain)
20 rounds of ammo...
Found some ammo in my cache that doesn’t fit my needs.
Cash sale in the Oregon City area for 8 boxes of Winchester M80 and 5 boxes of Federal American Eagle MSR 7.62x51 ammo. All factory 149gr FMJ ammo. Total of 260rnds. Not interested in shipping.
Thanks
I have 10 boxes of Federal 165 gr bonded soft point $25 a box
1 box of Remington Core-Lokt 180 gr $25
8 boxes of Winchester 308 168 gr Supreme match, hollowpoint boat tail $45 a box.
I'd like to sell as much together as possible. Don't really want to meet up for 1 or 2 boxes. I think my prices...
I have 1100 rounds of mixed headstamp 308. Selling for $70 per 100. Obo. Its all in ziplock bags. This was part of an estate so I don't know the history of where it came from or age. Will possibly trade for guns.
Trying to sell fast for other immediate needs, and willing to take a loss!!
***CHEAPER THAN SPORTSMAN'S WAREHOUSE AND CABELA'S BY $3-$5/BOX!***
*12 Boxes - 7.62 x 51mm - Winchester - 147 grain
($20/box)
*(6) Boxes 308 Igman - 147 grain
($20/box)
*(2) Boxes 308 - Remington - 180 grain...