Marlin XS7 in .308...factory ammo preference?

[dks7895]

I just bought a Marlin XS7 in .308 and have been using Remington Core-Lokt Express 150gr PSP to get it dialed in.  My other rifles have always shot well using Federal Power Shok (blue box).  I couldn't find these in .308 Win so I grabbed some Core-Lokts.  I realize all rifles are unique and like what they like.  I was just curious if anyone had input on this topic.  I am looking for inexpensive factory loads.


 

[ardeekay]

I've had mine for a couple of months, and have been shooting it weekly.  Mine seems to like 165 grainers.  Some 150 gr. loads are fine too tho.  Today I was out, and did my best, most groups ( 3 shot) did .75" or under....  One of the best factory loads was PRVI 165 gr. that was .77".  I did a lot of handloads, tried ww748 powder and cci mag. primers, and had groups that were as small as .39 up to around .75 (all 3 shots) another note, mine seems to like to be a bit dirty, does its best after about 5 shots to fowl  the bore.  46 grs. of ww748 and just about any bullet was sub-moa.. its a keeper !!  I also have a Marlin XL7 in .270 that is sub-moa, that one likes Fed. Fusion 130's best.  Hope this helps.  Bob

[DavOh]

How'd those corlokts work out DKS?  Always been partial to the corlokts, so i'm curious to see how they shoot in the XS7...