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Wreck-n-Crew · December 27, 2013, 04:15 PM

I have already had on my "to buy list" a 1911 though a little further down from a 226. That is until the 45 Super and 460 Rowland crept in and intrigued me.

Question is which one? Then I realized I could have them both in one gun if I get a decent 1911 with a strong barrel that will shoot the 45 super. One 460 Rowland conversion kit would be all that's needed. From what I have seen the 460 Rowland spring might be a little stiff for the 45 Super, but should work.

Here comes the fun part: Since I am a re-loader I would like to roll my own but I need to hear from someone with more experience than me with these rounds.

Main questions:
Powder recommendations.
Case life expectancy and nuances (especially in the Rowland).
Test results?

December 27, 2013, 04:15 PM	#1
Wreck-n-Crew Senior Member Join Date: March 8, 2013 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,820	45 Super or 460 Rowland? I have already had on my "to buy list" a 1911 though a little further down from a 226. That is until the 45 Super and 460 Rowland crept in and intrigued me. Question is which one? Then I realized I could have them both in one gun if I get a decent 1911 with a strong barrel that will shoot the 45 super. One 460 Rowland conversion kit would be all that's needed. From what I have seen the 460 Rowland spring might be a little stiff for the 45 Super, but should work. Here comes the fun part: Since I am a re-loader I would like to roll my own but I need to hear from someone with more experience than me with these rounds. Main questions: Powder recommendations. Case life expectancy and nuances (especially in the Rowland). Test results? __________________ If you ever have to use a firearm, *you don't get to pick the scenario!*