What Happened to the 27 Nosler

[TNDave]

Right around the time that COVID hit Nosler introduced the 27 Nosler. From what I read about it, the ballistics were very intriguing and at the time I was very interested in this round and was thinking of building a rifle. The problem is I have seen basically zero information since and brass is nonexistent. Did anyone happen to get one of these or was it a red herring that died before it ever made it to the market? I’d be interested in hearing what you all think.

 

[Bowhunter806]

I have one being built right now. I plan to take it on my trip next year to South Africa. There is more information on this caliber, and load data becoming available. John over at the big game hunting blog used it this year on his elk hunt and is a big fan of the caliber. Like the other 27 caliber (6.8 Western) that got released as Covid hit there has been little done with it. The 6.8 Western really has suffered as well in catching on, but in time I think people will come to realize that the new 27 calibers offer something special in a heavier bullet package. If you are looking for a good bullet, I have found Hammer Bullets seem to have some incredible bullets in the 27 caliber that are heavy and can run in a 1:7 to 1:7.5 twise barrels. My gun is being built with a1:7 twist to handle the long 169 Grain bullet which should be a thumper of a round.

 

[Flewis]

Been trying to get a 6:8 compact since they came out, no luck. Have a standing order at two big stores.

 

[mikecatt13]

I have one being built right now. I plan to take it on my trip next year to South Africa. There is more information on this caliber, and load data becoming available. John over at the big game hunting blog used it this year on his elk hunt and is a big fan of the caliber. Like the other 27 caliber (6.8 Western) that got released as Covid hit there has been little done with it. The 6.8 Western really has suffered as well in catching on, but in time I think people will come to realize that the new 27 calibers offer something special in a heavier bullet package. If you are looking for a good bullet, I have found Hammer Bullets seem to have some incredible bullets in the 27 caliber that are heavy and can run in a 1:7 to 1:7.5 twise barrels. My gun is being built with a1:7 twist to handle the long 169 Grain bullet which should be a thumper of a round.

I have a 28N and love it for north American game but be cautious taking that to Africa (no idea how many safaris you have been on), PHs tend to not like the fast rounds for the game over there and for good reason, if nothing else make darn sure the bullet is as tough as an A-frame

 

[Hogpatrol]

I've taken 26, 28 and 30-28 Noslers to RSA. and used Berger VLDs. Rifles and bullets all worked as advertised. The 26 was a throat burner and the 28 was also hard on barrels. I suspect the 27 would fall somewhere in between.. From my experience, when testing loads or sighting in, they are not cartridges one should shoot more than two rounds before letting the barrel return to ambient. Having said that, the 27 in the right hands will prove its worth.

 

[Flewis]

I have at home. I shoot a round open the bolt and walk down to look at the target. They never get warm.

 

[spike.t]

I've taken 26, 28 and 30-28 Noslers to RSA. and used Berger VLDs. Rifles and bullets all worked as advertised. The 26 was a throat burner and the 28 was also hard on barrels. I suspect the 27 would fall somewhere in between.. From my experience, when testing loads or sighting in, they are not cartridges one should shoot more than two rounds before letting the barrel return to ambient. Having said that, the 27 in the right hands will prove its worth.

So they make a 26...27....28 and 30......what is each for?......

 

[Flewis]

So they make a 26...27....28 and 30......what is each for?......

I know where this is headed!

 

[kdenn]

@spike.t Sales.

 

[Desperatezulu]

So they make a 26...27....28 and 30......what is each for?......

Ha ha rhetorical question of the year

 

[Red Leg]

Simple really. It is for when the .270WIN, .270WSM, .270WBY, and God knows what else simply will not do.

 

[Velo Dog]

I have heard of a somewhat rare and almost unknown cartridge, called the 7 Millimeter Remington Magnum.
Rumor has it that this one is a real peach for longish / cross canyon type shots on elk, kudus, mountain sheep, springbok, pronghorn and so forth.

 

[Hogpatrol]

So they make a 26...27....28 and 30......what is each for?......

Back in the day in the marketplace, Remington and Winchester were the cartridge combatants. Marketing one upmanship was the game. Fast forward post their financial woes and the bullet companies went Madison Avenue as in how do we sell more components? Invent a new cartridge. Simply put, the reason is the same as the hundred different shampoos on the shelf. Oh, and you forgot the 33 Nosler. Aside all that, the Noslers and the Hornadys aren't copies of yesteryears belted cartridges and can fit in a standard short or long action.

 

[Inline6]

Back in the day in the marketplace, Remington and Winchester were the cartridge combatants. Marketing one upmanship was the game. Fast forward post their financial woes and the bullet companies went Madison Avenue as in how do we sell more components? Invent a new cartridge. Simply put, the reason is the same as the hundred different shampoos on the shelf. Oh, and you forgot the 33 Nosler. Aside all that, the Noslers and the Hornadys aren't copies of yesteryears belted cartridges and can fit in a standard short or long action.

And I order my 7PRC

 

[Hogpatrol]

And I order my 7PRCo

Yep, Nosler vs Hornady. Got to love all the choices we have in the wonderful world of firearms. Also have to give a shout out to the founding fathers. If they only knew. Now, do I buy the John Paul Mitchell or the L'Oreal.

 

[Inline6]

Yep, Nosler vs Hornady. Got to love all the choices we have in the wonderful world of firearms. Also have to give a shout out to the founding fathers. If they only knew. Now, do I buy the John Paul Mitchell or the L'Oreal.

I have had the 28N, it is a wicked round. Just looking for more barrel life. It could also be like my old 7wsm support for any of these can fall off at any time. In the past Hornady seems to have the longest support maybe not the best brass.

 

[CoElkHunter]

So they make a 26...27....28 and 30......what is each for?......

Profit! Just like the Creedmoor series: 6, 6.5, 7 (2024), 35 (2025) and 375 (2026) you have to buy more rifles. LOL
Oh I forgot the 33, in 2027.

 

[colorado]

How different are the ballistics from the 270 Weatherby Magnum? Just wondering, I have an 80s vintage Mark V in 270 Bee

 

[Inline6]

How different are the ballistics from the 270 Weatherby Magnum? Just wondering, I have an 80s vintage Mark V in 270 Bee

27N has over 10% more case capacity will come with a faster twist rate to stabilize the heavier bullets. It will all kill, 27N will be set up to take advantage of the heavier pills.

 

[Flewis]

How different are the ballistics from the 270 Weatherby Magnum? Just wondering, I have an 80s vintage Mark V in 270 Bee

It’s now mostly about twist rates. Heavy high bc bull it’s for long range. Very little gain in speed. Spell checked again.