Which data to use

MDS · March 1, 2009, 05:36 PM

I have some 230 gr. Truncated lead bullets. None of my manuals list this type of bullet. Which data do I use?

WESHOOT2 · March 3, 2009, 11:21 AM

Since that shape often demands a short OAL, most highly recommend starting with "Start" loads.

W231 is a perfect choice....

MDS · March 8, 2009, 03:55 PM

Thought I'd follow up with this. I worked up a couple of loads. I started with 231. I started at 4.5 and worked up to 4.8, OAL 1.205 Seemed decent, judging by recoil, grouping. Next I started Unique at 5.2 up to 5.5 Seemed to be a little less smoky than the 231. Also seemed to be a good load. Wish I had a crono.

March 1, 2009, 05:36 PM	#1
MDS Senior Member Join Date: September 9, 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 492	Which data to use I have some 230 gr. Truncated lead bullets. None of my manuals list this type of bullet. Which data do I use?

March 3, 2009, 11:21 AM	#2
WESHOOT2 Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 1999 Location: home on the range; Vermont (Caspian country) Posts: 14,324	use the safest Since that shape often demands a short OAL, most highly recommend starting with "Start" loads. W231 is a perfect choice.... __________________ . "all my ammo is mostly retired factory ammo"

March 8, 2009, 03:55 PM	#3
MDS Senior Member Join Date: September 9, 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 492	Thought I'd follow up with this. I worked up a couple of loads. I started with 231. I started at 4.5 and worked up to 4.8, OAL 1.205 Seemed decent, judging by recoil, grouping. Next I started Unique at 5.2 up to 5.5 Seemed to be a little less smoky than the 231. Also seemed to be a good load. Wish I had a crono.