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Chad Young · March 22, 2001, 08:45 AM

Well, I have a follow-up question: why is the recommended minimum OAL different for the same bullet/caliber combination when the only variable is the powder? For example, I have noticed when I am loading .45 ACP cases, the minimum OAL when using W231 under a 230 grain FMJ load is considerably shorter than some other powders.

Personally, I run my loads a bit longer than minimum in order to keep pressure low. I have no desire to have a KB.

March 22, 2001, 08:45 AM	#5
Chad Young Senior Member Join Date: September 20, 1999 Location: Gainesville, FL Posts: 601	Well, I have a follow-up question: why is the recommended minimum OAL different for the same bullet/caliber combination when the only variable is the powder? For example, I have noticed when I am loading .45 ACP cases, the minimum OAL when using W231 under a 230 grain FMJ load is considerably shorter than some other powders. Personally, I run my loads a bit longer than minimum in order to keep pressure low. I have no desire to have a KB.