MAX 231 loads for 9 mm lead bullets
tonyz--
He's over max suggested for lead bullets, yes--
But I don't think he's dangerous with 4.5 gr and 122 LFP. Reason I say this is that I have at least one manual--Speer Number Twelve--that shows 4.5 as max for 125 JACKETED bullets--which develop a bit more pressure than a lead bullet of equal weight.
Many--not ALL by any means--lead bullet max loads, esp in autopistols, have to do with excessive leading, not with dangerous pressures.
But by all means, we should never exceed published data unless we know exactly and precisely what we're doing.
Thanks for the cautionary statement, tonyz. I am very happy that members who post on this forum are looking out for one another. Keep it up, friends.
Johnny
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