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YosemiteSam357 · June 19, 2007, 04:57 PM

I've done a fair amount of reloading, but only for a single rifle caliber. I'm about to start loading for .45LC for revolver (Ruger Blackhawk), and I'm finding that .452" bullets are just as common as .451" bullets. Are the .452s acceptable in this application?

I've seen a few topics which reference using the .452s, but figured I should ask before ordering anything. I'm specifically looking at 300gr plated Raniers.

I assume the .452s generate a lot more pressure?

-- Sam

June 19, 2007, 04:57 PM	#1
YosemiteSam357 Senior Member Join Date: April 8, 2002 Location: Oregon, USA Posts: 231	.452 vs. .451 bullets for Long Colt? I've done a fair amount of reloading, but only for a single rifle caliber. I'm about to start loading for .45LC for revolver (Ruger Blackhawk), and I'm finding that .452" bullets are just as common as .451" bullets. Are the .452s acceptable in this application? I've seen a few topics which reference using the .452s, but figured I should ask before ordering anything. I'm specifically looking at 300gr plated Raniers. I assume the .452s generate a lot more pressure? -- Sam