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Paul B. · September 26, 2000, 01:08 PM

RR41Mag. At one time, it was popular to load up "gallery" loads for short range practice, and "mid-range" loads for basically the same purpose at longer ranges. For some reason, these practices seem to have been forgotten in the race to get more velocity from our rifles. There is a book, if you can find a copy, called PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF LOADING AMMUNITION by Earl Naramore. It has been long out of print, and rather expensive, if you can find a copy. (Mine cost me $100.00) Maybe your local library might be able to locate a copy, but don't hold your breath.
Anyway, based on Mr. Naramore's writings, you can use a powder such as IMR-3031 or IMR-4895 and work up a reduced load that will still be capable of killing a deer, without killing your son's shoulder. If you are interested, E-mail me, and I'll be more than happy to help you develop a load.
Paul B.

September 26, 2000, 01:08 PM	#9
Paul B. Senior Member Join Date: March 28, 1999 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,802	RR41Mag. At one time, it was popular to load up "gallery" loads for short range practice, and "mid-range" loads for basically the same purpose at longer ranges. For some reason, these practices seem to have been forgotten in the race to get more velocity from our rifles. There is a book, if you can find a copy, called PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF LOADING AMMUNITION by Earl Naramore. It has been long out of print, and rather expensive, if you can find a copy. (Mine cost me $100.00) Maybe your local library might be able to locate a copy, but don't hold your breath. Anyway, based on Mr. Naramore's writings, you can use a powder such as IMR-3031 or IMR-4895 and work up a reduced load that will still be capable of killing a deer, without killing your son's shoulder. If you are interested, E-mail me, and I'll be more than happy to help you develop a load. Paul B.