Jan 27, 2023 · Never had a .257 JDJ, but had a 6.5 JDJ since it's inception. Super accurate, minimal recoil. Killed a few turkeys, 500+ groundhogs, 300+ deer with it out to 400 yds. Never …

.257 JDJ reloading data with 4 loads. Using bullets from HP, SP. Powders include Hodgdon, Winchester, IMR.

Mar 30, 2010 · The 257 JDJ is a great round. I have a 14 inch SSK Stainless Contender barrel and I recently bought another 257 JDJ 17 inch blued Encore made by SSK. Like GB stated, …

The designated Cartridge or Fixed Ammunition that the Barrel is chambered to accept. Ex: 44 Magnum.

Aug 11, 2005 · I shoot and reload the 6.5 JDJ in both 14" and 21" barrels. With light bullets it's great for larger varmints. With 120 or 125 gr. bullets it is excellent for deer. I get about 2400 …

Jun 22, 2017 · Isn't the 257 JDJ a 225 Winchester opened up to 257? If so, I can probably make one to fit in QL. I have had a 12.75" pistol barrel for a while but haven't really worked with it …

Nov 29, 2011 · I've owned two 14" SSK 257JDJ's, but I always used the powders JD recommends and developed my loads from there. Evolution at work. Over two million years ago the genus …

Dec 26, 2010 · The more I shoot the 257 JDJ, based on the 225 Winchester case the more I like it. Shot this 100 yd group last fall before hunting season. 257 JDJ is...

.257 JDJ: Warning! CAUTION: THESE ARE VERY HOT LOADS! FOR USE IN SSK BARRELS ONLY! NOTES: Based on the 225 Winchester case (itself a modified 30-30 case) this …

Jan 14, 2025 · Re-15 was THE powder for the 14" .257 JDJ I used to have. And it was great in the Bullberry chamberings as well. But it seems to be history -- at least for now. IMR-4350 will …