That's right - 1:14" should stabilize any Spitzers up to 250-275gr. A 310 Woodleigh (round-nose) would probably require 1:12". Remington built their 35 Whelen CDLs with a 1:16", which some say isn't enough twist for 250gr. Some customs have even used 1:10", but that's excessive, according to most folks I've spoken with.

From what I see, too much twist can be as bad for accuracy as not enough.... doesn't let the bullet nose over at the right time - sorta like a good football toss. Also, the heavier bullets are more likely to be out of dynamic balance and need more spin to fly straight.

Anyway, the barrel reborer would cut whatever I ask, but before I told him I wanted 1:14", I asked for his recommendation for 200-250gr Spitzer rounds and he claims to have good results with 1:14". Since he agreed with my SWAG of what I "thought" I wanted and let me think I was deciding, I let him think I was following his advice and so, we came to an agreement. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />

Frank