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308 cal
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 While it appeared to have a bright future initially, it was soon superseded in popularity by the .300 Winchester Magnum.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.
It's 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'm looking for a Ruger scout rifle in 308. I would prefer the S.S. synthetic stock version but open to both versions. I live in Western Washington. Thanks
I have several boxes of Sierra 30 Cal .308 Match King 150, 168, 180, 200 Gr. HPBT Hollow Point Boat Tail bullet. 2200, 2125, 2220, 2230.
Some boxes are partials and I will charge 0.30 per bullet or less.
$30 Per Box.
Hi all,
Price drop, equipment change. Please read if interested. I’m offering up a used Scar 17s in black here. I am the third owner, and this is definitely a used rifle. There are 1300 documented rounds through the firearm, and it has some finish wear, which I’ve tried to document well in...
I have a Mossberg Patrol for sale/trade. Great little rifle, I just need more funds for the holidays.
These particular rifles use BOTH M14 mags as well as SR25 mags.
Comes with:
1-20rnd Surplus M14 magazine
(painted tan)
1-20rnd Magpul SR25 magazine
1-10rnd factory mag
ASR flash hider...
16 inch barrel. I have owned this for 10-15 years and have shot it just a few times.
2, 20 round mags are included. I have a number of mags if you want a package deal.
Someone (not me) made it scope ready. The finish is pretty nice. I live in the Portland OR metroplex, you are free to come...
Excellent condition, very low round count. Includes 3 pmags. LMT Precision Stock. Impulse bought new truck and needing to replenish bank account so no trades please. Beautiful rifle, you wont be disappointed. Will transfer at Tigard Pawn and buyer pays transfer fee. Thanks for looking!
This Kimber Model 84 Classic in 308 has never been fired, tag still in the trigger guard. 12:1 twist rate in 22” barrel with match grade chamber. Grade A French walnut stock. Adjustable trigger, 3.5-4 lb from the factory. Overall length is 41.25” and weighs about 5.5 pounds. Factory scope rings.
I have a Israeli FAL parts kit for sale. It needs a receiver and barrel to complete it. I'm open for trades so just dm me. Trades would be cash on my side or your side depending on the item.
Cash price was $450, now it's $400!
Potential trades include,
1. A complete AR upper
2. CZ scorpion...
Been on the hunt for a Remington 700-CP
Looking for the 308 version only.
If you have one or know of a place to purchase, please pm me. Can offer trades but looking to ideally buy outright. Thanks
2200 Sierra 30 Cal .308 Match 168 Gr. HPBT Hollow Point Boat Tail. $40 Per Box Of 100. Have 5 Boxes.
2275C Sierra 30 Cal .308 Match 175 Gr. HPBT Hollow Point Boat Tail. $150 For Box Of 500. Have 1 Box.
2275M Sierra 30 Cal. .308 Matchking Molycoated,175 Gr. HPBT Hollow Point Boat Tail $150 For...
I have an Aero Precision AR10 that I recently got and have never fired it. Looking to trade or sell it. There are no witness marks on the upper, BCG, Hammer or chamber that would show it being fired. The only thing that I have done to the rifle is put some CLP on the charging handle and BCG so...
Got this brand-new from a bike shop in Lake Oswego around May of 2018. Always wanted a specialized bike and finally got one, didn't realize that as an adult it's hard for me to dedicate time to that. It has maybe been ridden a total of 10 times and at the max 50 miles. It has been converted from...
Got this brand-new from a bike shop in Lake Oswego around May of 2018. Always wanted a specialized bike and finally got one, didn't realize that as an adult it's hard for me to dedicate time to that. It has maybe been ridden a total of 10 times and at the max 50 miles. It has been converted from...
FN SCAR 17S in excellent condition (<200 rds through it) with one 20rd magazine. I'm the original/only owner. => $2,800 SOLD
3 more new 20rd magazines available => $35/mag SOLD
If we cannot meet face-to-face then buyer covers shipping.