BCM 14.5" Enhanced LW range report, finally

[308sako]

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Having had such awesome luck with an 11.5" BCM LW I decided to try their newest offering in "budget priced" barrels. I am more than pleased. The one flyer in the 24.8 gr group I could not account for... Still considering the 24.6 and 24.8 impact area is virtually the same, I'm loading some 24.7 grain loads for tomorrow morning.

Ammunition was all virgin Winchester cases circa 1995 case weight 92.5 grains or less. Federal 205 match primers and AR Comp powder loaded to 2.254" COAL complete the specifications. An Oehler 35P placed 15 feet from the muzzle captured the velocities.

Yes the lower is stamped... don't get excited. ACOG TAO1NSN 4X, Giessele HiSpeed match trigger.

[buckkiller35]

That's some good shooting.

[308sako]

300 yard attempt, two best loads to date, Nosler 55 BT's left, Hornady 60 V-Maxes right. Velocity and BC's are nearly identical so poi is about the same too, sweet.Sight adjustment after the first 3 top right (other two bumped off, Oops!) Getting the Giessele sear just right take some time. :)

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[BufordTJustice]

Outstanding.

[308sako]

Thanks, but the credit goes to BCM for the awesome product.
Assembly is too basic to brag about, and the function and feel of the middy gas is a part of the Enhanced name I suspect.

I was so spoiled by the first BCM barrel I had to try a second...

[TexanInCali]

Those are excellent results. That makes choosing this upper for my second AR very attractive. This is near the accuracy I've seen from my BCM SS410 upper with 69gr SMK factory loads.

I haven't gotten into reloading. Is there a factory load(s) you'd recommend for the 14.5 ELW?

[TXBK]

Those are excellent results. That makes choosing this upper for my second AR very attractive. This is near the accuracy I've seen from my BCM SS410 upper with 69gr SMK factory loads.

I haven't gotten into reloading. Is there a factory load(s) you'd recommend for the 14.5 ELW?

Just get several different Match loads, and shoot 5-10 round groups to see what your barrel likes the best. FWIW, the Winchester Match 69 gr. SMK's shoot better than the FGMM 69 gr. SMK's in my 16" ELW.

[NotTheNSA]

Thanks, but the credit goes to BCM for the awesome product.
Assembly is too basic to brag about, and the function and feel of the middy gas is a part of the Enhanced name I suspect.

I was so spoiled by the first BCM barrel I had to try a second...

I believe the enhanced naming refers to the unique taper of the barrel. Shaped similarly to a carrot.

[308sako]

Those are excellent results. That makes choosing this upper for my second AR very attractive. This is near the accuracy I've seen from my BCM SS410 upper with 69gr SMK factory loads.

I haven't gotten into reloading. Is there a factory load(s) you'd recommend for the 14.5 ELW?

I don't shoot factory, but my coyote hunting partner has gotten some of our local PD's 55 grain Sierra issue ammo and it is a near twin for my reloaded 55 grain Nosler load. Simple trick is to load to your barrels harmonic node which is velocity based in part. If factory, try as many types as possible, and if you find a winner BULK UP on that.

As to the enhanced, I know it is about the profile or barrel taper, just a marketing ploy. :)

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[markm]

That looks great. You HAVE to try some 77s. I bet you can shave an inch off of the 300 yard group. You're at MOA at 300 which is pretty kick ass for the relatively light bullets at that distance. I have to think 77s will do even better.

[308sako]

That looks great. You HAVE to try some 77s. I bet you can shave an inch off of the 300 yard group. You're at MOA at 300 which is pretty kick ass for the relatively light bullets at that distance. I have to think 77s will do even better.

OK, I'll break out the XBR and SMK's, some LC once fired cases and Wolf small rifle magnums... What could happen?

[rrpederson]

Though the credit goes to BCM for making an excellent product, the same credit goes to you for doing an absolutely outstanding job of documenting what this barrel will do. I don't shoot anything other than factory crap rounds, but I have been wanting to go with a barrel with a mid length gas system for some time now and this range report made up my mind. Thanks very much for your work sir.

[markm]

OK, I'll break out the XBR and SMK's, some LC once fired cases and Wolf small rifle magnums... What could happen?

You'll put your eye out, kid! ;)

[308sako]

You'll put your eye out, kid! ;)

Thanks for a new Sig line!

Rounds are ready now just need range time. Wife is on the table in the OR as I type this infernal tablet. Maybe next week.

Prayers appreciated.

D

[markm]

Wife is on the table in the OR as I type this infernal tablet.

She'd probably get mad if you went shootin.

[308sako]

She'd probably get mad if you went shootin.

Yes, but she wouldn't be surprised!

[mpom]

Wish your wife the best possible outcome.

[MikeLima]

Outstanding results and thank you so much for the professional presentation and documentation! I'm putting together a BCM BFH 16" middy which I just received and a BCM lower from G&R when funds allow. If I can come anywhere near these results I'll be overjoyed.

Please give our best wishes to your wife and we are praying for a speedy recovery for her.

[308sako]

Thanks to those who expressed concern!

The surgery was a success for the purpose intended, let me just leave it at that.

[markm]

Glad everything is ok.

[buckkiller35]

My thoughts and prayers are with your wife,you and your family:)

[308sako]

Many thanks, So far so good, only coded once.... The long term prognosis not so good. I do hate cancer.

[BufordTJustice]

Many thanks, So far so good, only coded once.... The long term prognosis not so good. I do hate cancer.
Still sending prayers her way, brother.

[308sako]

Again our thanks.