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Misssissippi Dave · November 5, 2012, 08:27 AM

I load a fairly soft shooting 185 grain MG JHP bullet with WST powder. It is a very accurate load. I use 5.2 to 5.4 grains of powder depending on OAL. It makes a great range load. Montana Gold bullets really are designed for accuracy rather than defense. I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of even range ammo. WST in this load is also fairly clean burning. If you want to load for self defense you probably would want to use a slower powder like WSF to get more speed with without additional pressure..

November 5, 2012, 08:27 AM	#6
Misssissippi Dave Senior Member Join Date: December 5, 2009 Posts: 1,411	I load a fairly soft shooting 185 grain MG JHP bullet with WST powder. It is a very accurate load. I use 5.2 to 5.4 grains of powder depending on OAL. It makes a great range load. Montana Gold bullets really are designed for accuracy rather than defense. I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of even range ammo. WST in this load is also fairly clean burning. If you want to load for self defense you probably would want to use a slower powder like WSF to get more speed with without additional pressure..