Speer Load Data in Caliber .308 Win.
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Speer Bullets is a distinguished name in the ammunition industry, known for producing high-performance bullets tailored to the needs of hunters, law enforcement, and shooting enthusiasts. Founded in 1943 by Vernon Speer, the company began during World War II by manufacturing components for ammunition, laying the foundation for its future as a trusted leader in bullet design and innovation.
Over the decades, Speer has developed a diverse portfolio of bullet lines to meet a wide range of shooting applications. Among its most acclaimed offerings is the Gold Dot series, designed specifically for ...
.308 Win.
Born from the U.S. military’s T65 experiments after WWII, the .308 Winchester was commercialized in 1952 and soon paralleled by the 7.62×51 NATO adoption in 1954. While dimensionally similar, the cartridges are not identical: commercial .308 Win typically carries a higher SAAMI maximum average pressure, and many 7.62 NATO chambers feature slightly longer throat and looser headspace. Brass can differ too, with NATO cases often thicker and offering marginally less internal volume. For reloaders, that means treating .308 Win and 7.62 NATO as related but distinct, verifying headstamp, adjusting me ...
