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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 While it appeared to have a bright future initially, it was soon superseded in popularity by the .300 Winchester Magnum.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.
72 – Tulammo 308 150 G FMJ, Steel Cased
40 – PPU 7.62 x 51mm M80 145 G FMJ Brass Cased
16 – Misc Remington, Aguila 308 FMJ Brass Cased
128 rounds for $95
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I have 25 boxes (20 rounds per box) of 165 grain pointed soft point boat tail (brass). Details on the ammo can be found at here:
https://www.luckygunner.com/308-165-gr-pspbt-prvi-partizan-20-rounds
Looking for $20/box or $450 for all 25 boxes bought once. Must be willing to pay cash...
I have a century arms Citme battle raffle .308 never been fired just cleaned and lube. Also comes with 6 magazines that hold 20 rounds. All mags are fully loaded with a total of 120 rounds. Another 380 rounds in a can for an extra $100. I’m selling everything for $800 and another $100 for extra...
100 USGI M2 AP Black Tip 163 grain Armor Piercing Bullets with Hardened Penetrator inside of copper jacket.
.308 Dia. These were pulled with a Collet from 30-06 Cartridges.
These .308 bullets load into 30 cal cartridges: 30-06, .308 Win, 300 Win Mag, 300 Blackout, etc.
Willing to sell 50...
WTT: Used X Products FAL 50rnd Drum.
These haven't been made in a long time, out of stock everywhere.
Looking for M14/M1a mags, FAL mags, SIG stuff, S&W revolver stuff...
I have a grey Austrian Styer Scout
Jeff cooper edition with fluted barrel
Chambered in 308 win
Extra magazine that attaches into the stock and also has a built in bipod. Cool unique rifle. if you know, you know. Burris variable optic, also rifle has a very... very low round count. I’ve...
Best offers accepted, asking $550 $350 for the lot. All powders have been opened and used, so quantity is my best estimate. Cash Only. Tigard, OR Pickup Required. Call/Text 850-455-3950.
Powder: $20/lb
Accurate No. 5 - 1/2 lb
Accurate No.9 - 5 lbs
Alliant 2400 - 1 lbs
H322 - 1 lbs
Silhouette -...
7/22/2020 Closing this thread. It's to out of date and amoutn are wrong. So in keeping with teh classified rules I will start a new post with corrected info instead of deleting things here.
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It's time to trim down the supplies. Got way to much of some calibers so seeing if anyone can use...
I have a Savage Model 11 in .308 with a 3x9 Nikon scope, AccuTrigger, and Harris bi-pod that's just taking up dust in my safe.
I bought it brand new about 4 years ago and have put roughly 100 rounds through it and deer hunted with it one fall.
It's defect-free. No scuffs, scratches or rust...
Wanting to sell or trade my Scar 17s (black). Bought it new 6 months ago and have put 200 rounds through it. It has definitely lived up to its reputation. I’ve had my fun, now I’m ready for something new.
Included is the original black mag, 2 FDE mags, 100 rounds of 308, and the original box and...
Savage model 11 Hog Hunter in 308. Threaded heavy barrel with flash hider. Talley 30mm rings. Iron sights are removable. Comes with 440 rounds of factory ammo.
$500. Don't want to separate ammo and gun.
Will do partial or full trade of equal value. Things I'm looking for- .223/5.56 factory...
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Just curious about the value of the left handed bolt action I've had since the late 90s/early 2000. This is a left handed Savage 110 in 308. It has a Simmons 3-9x32 optic. It has a 20" barrel and 5 round capacity.
I've tried to search for Savage 110s and it seems they went...
Safe Queen. Like New CZ 750 Sniper S1M1 chambered in .308. I have about 70 rounds through this and it haven’t had time to shoot it for a while.
Approximately 70 rounds through it and great long range shooter. Comes with 2 factory 10 round magazines, factory wheeling hard case, and a versa...
For sale is a DPMS Ar10 with a 24 inch barrel and an old scope that I had for it. I live in Adair Village but am willing to travel up north or south. I will also be in town for the Rickreall and Albany gun shows if you would like to meet me there for a cheaper transfer.