Here are two 8x58R loads that I have worked up and used for many years in my Danish Krags.

The first is comparable to the military loads and I have had great success shooting it in Danes in original configuration.

50 grains IMR 4895 behind either 200 gr. or 220 gr. round nose, flat base bullets.


Since that one uses so much powder, I worked on another lighter load that I hunt with now.  I use this in some Danes that have been sporterized and have had sights changed a bit.  I have also found that a few of my carbines shoot this one very well.

45 grains IMR 4895    behind either 170 or 175 grain round nose bullets  (I did pick up a box of 175 spitzers cheap at a show once, and they worked too)

Both of these have been very consistent for the many years I have shot and hunted with them.

Best regards,
Tom