new reloader needing exp.

ColBuckshot · September 29, 2008, 07:00 PM

I have access to Trail Boss and Clays, im loading 45 Colt,
for cowboy action shooting. 170 gr lead, Federal primers, R-P shells.
How many grains of either powder for a light to medium load please.
I have looked at Hodgdon tables, but would like to hear from exp. shooters.

VaFisher · September 30, 2008, 07:17 AM

Best advise would be to follow the book, start low ( min load ) and work up until you find what shoots best in your firearm. For what you are looking for would be a lite load that is acurate, less recoil and easy to shoot.

September 29, 2008, 07:00 PM	#1
ColBuckshot Junior Member Join Date: September 29, 2008 Posts: 9	new reloader needing exp. I have access to Trail Boss and Clays, im loading 45 Colt, for cowboy action shooting. 170 gr lead, Federal primers, R-P shells. How many grains of either powder for a light to medium load please. I have looked at Hodgdon tables, but would like to hear from exp. shooters.

September 30, 2008, 07:17 AM	#2
VaFisher Senior Member Join Date: January 24, 2006 Posts: 596	Best advise would be to follow the book, start low ( min load ) and work up until you find what shoots best in your firearm. For what you are looking for would be a lite load that is acurate, less recoil and easy to shoot.