Question on shot shell data

John1 S · November 7, 2012, 04:20 PM

Where can I find some load data on 3" steel & lead shot ???

snuffy · November 7, 2012, 06:10 PM

www.ballisticproducts.com

rg1 · November 7, 2012, 06:36 PM

Alliant has data on-line:http://www.alliantpowder.com/reloaders/index.aspx
So does Hodgdon Powder. Like mentioned BPI Ballistic Products makes special steel wads and also have specific manuals. Use exact data and components listed.

Axelwik · November 10, 2012, 01:45 PM

For about $20 you can get yourself a Lyman Shotshell Reloading Handbook. Lots of good information on shotshell reloading, and lots of load data.

Mike / Tx · November 10, 2012, 06:15 PM

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For about $20 you can get yourself a Lyman Shotshell Reloading Handbook. Lots of good information on shotshell reloading, and lots of load data.

I totally agree with the above. It will be money VERY WELL spent. Tons of loads and pictures of the case types that go with them. VERY well done manual.

crowbeaner · November 14, 2012, 12:50 AM

I agree with the above post as well. I have Lyman 2,3,4, and 5. When #6 comes out, it will be one of my first purchases. I have SS data fron several sources as well. If you can't find a load with what's available for components, look in another manual. There are thousands of combinations, but don't just load whatever you have without checking the book first; shotshell reloading is a RECIPE and you have to go BY THE BOOK! I use a MEC machine as do millions of others; it's the only one I own.

November 7, 2012, 04:20 PM	#1
John1 S Member Join Date: July 4, 2010 Posts: 33	Question on shot shell data Where can I find some load data on 3" steel & lead shot ???

November 7, 2012, 06:10 PM	#2
snuffy Senior Member Join Date: May 21, 2001 Location: Oshkosh wi. Posts: 2,510	www.ballisticproducts.com __________________ The more people I meet, the more I love my dog They're going to get their butts kicked over there this election. How come people can't spell and use words correctly?

November 7, 2012, 06:36 PM	#3
rg1 Senior Member Join Date: November 6, 2001 Posts: 640	Alliant has data on-line:http://www.alliantpowder.com/reloaders/index.aspx So does Hodgdon Powder. Like mentioned BPI Ballistic Products makes special steel wads and also have specific manuals. Use exact data and components listed.

November 10, 2012, 01:45 PM	#4
Axelwik Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2012 Location: Land of Enchantment Posts: 198	For about $20 you can get yourself a Lyman Shotshell Reloading Handbook. Lots of good information on shotshell reloading, and lots of load data.

November 14, 2012, 12:50 AM	#6
crowbeaner Senior Member Join Date: June 4, 2007 Location: Upstate SC Posts: 1,934	I agree with the above post as well. I have Lyman 2,3,4, and 5. When #6 comes out, it will be one of my first purchases. I have SS data fron several sources as well. If you can't find a load with what's available for components, look in another manual. There are thousands of combinations, but don't just load whatever you have without checking the book first; shotshell reloading is a RECIPE and you have to go BY THE BOOK! I use a MEC machine as do millions of others; it's the only one I own. __________________ If you want your children to follow in your footsteps, be careful where you walk. Beware the man that only owns one gun; he probably knows how to use it. I just hope my ship comes in before my dock rots.