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TomNash · June 16, 2005, 05:32 PM

Hi. I am attempting to handload a wadcutter load for the .32ACP. I do gelatin testing and have posted some of my results into the appropriate forums here for about a year. Essentially, I am looking to evaluate the terminal performance of this load, due to the 'cleaner cutting' properties of the wadcutter shape. I know this is kindof an odd-ball question, but any help is appreciated.

In general, what is the approach to loading bullets heavier than tabulated for a particular cartridge? Just looking at the length of the wadcutter bullets, I would assume that they would have to be pushed deeper into the case, so that a nearly compressed load would result. What are the effects of seating the bullet deeper into the case? Thank you very much.

Tom

June 16, 2005, 05:32 PM	#1
TomNash Senior Member Join Date: October 4, 2004 Posts: 118	Strange .32ACP question Hi. I am attempting to handload a wadcutter load for the .32ACP. I do gelatin testing and have posted some of my results into the appropriate forums here for about a year. Essentially, I am looking to evaluate the terminal performance of this load, due to the 'cleaner cutting' properties of the wadcutter shape. I know this is kindof an odd-ball question, but any help is appreciated. In general, what is the approach to loading bullets heavier than tabulated for a particular cartridge? Just looking at the length of the wadcutter bullets, I would assume that they would have to be pushed deeper into the case, so that a nearly compressed load would result. What are the effects of seating the bullet deeper into the case? Thank you very much. Tom