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November 29, 2014, 12:57 AM | #26 |
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I did find a old lyman manual that shows 6 gr of w-231 as max, but the loading chart from Lee shows 4.1 gr of W-231 as max for the same bullet.
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December 2, 2014, 12:33 AM | #27 |
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Just received coated bullet samples from Missouri bullet company. Their m1 carbine bullets definitely have much more favorable ogive profile. The 0.309" bearing area is much bigger. Loaded up a few dummies and fed them to the broomhandle. It made huge difference. Hardly any detectable set back after several loadings and unloadings. Can't wait to try them in the range.
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December 7, 2014, 04:16 PM | #28 |
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Some update. Test fired 2 loads with the coated bullets. They all performed beautifully. No set back or feeding problems. 2" group at 10yd, shot one-handed bullseye stance. The bullet is a keeper. Will put in order for 250 more.
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December 7, 2014, 04:26 PM | #29 |
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Finally got a load to work, 5.3 grains of W-231, functions great, no signs of over pressure, and recoil feels the same as a factory load.
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