What 9mm loads do you use with Berry's 115 gr round nose bullets?

KCRaider21 · June 16, 2013, 04:49 PM

I bought 500 115 gr Berry's round nose bullets at Cabelas. I have the brass and primers. I just need to find some powder now. What kind of loads do you all use with these bullets?

arch308 · June 16, 2013, 04:58 PM

Just keep them under 1250 fps and you will like them.

CrustyFN · June 16, 2013, 05:05 PM

I use loads for jacketed data.

Sure shot wv · June 16, 2013, 05:11 PM

I love Berrys and Rainier bullets. I follow jacketed data as well and have never had a problem.

jepp2 · June 16, 2013, 05:13 PM

My favorite load for Rainier 115 gr. plated ( should be close to yours ) is 6.8 gr of Hodgdon HS-6 loaded to a OAL of 1.169". Since I tend to load long, I often have to adjust my powder charge to obtain a pressure to provide reliable cycling.

zxcvbob · June 16, 2013, 05:49 PM

I don't remember the load data because it's been a few years, but Green Dot worked very well with those bullets. Titegroup should also be a good powder, and I normally don't like Titegroup.

For plated bullets, use jacketed bullet data and a fast-burning powder (GD and TG are pretty fast)

BigJimP · June 16, 2013, 06:47 PM

Hodgdon TiteGroup or Hodgdon Universal are my preferences.

But if you look at the Hodgdon website ..it will give you other options as well.

velillen · June 16, 2013, 07:26 PM

I use Accurate #2 for my 9mm loads (115 and 147 plated xtreme bullets). 4.1gr for the 115 and 3.5gr for 147. I use the "plated bullet" data found in the lee manual.

Could go higher but both those loads are accurate and cycle my sig 226 perfectly so no need to

WESHOOT2 · June 17, 2013, 05:42 AM

What powder(s) do you currently have?

Buying some just for this? Ramshot Silhouette.

spacecoast · June 17, 2013, 06:33 AM

+1 on velillen's load data. AA#2 works great for me, have also used Titegroup.

serf 'rett · June 17, 2013, 08:34 AM

I use Power Pistol in a load that clocks out at around 1220 fps and groups well.

armoredman · June 17, 2013, 12:13 PM

Accurate Arms #7 for me - Berrys 115gr HBRN-TP bullets worked great.

KCRaider21 · June 17, 2013, 06:09 PM

Don't have any powder on hand.

arizona98tj · June 17, 2013, 10:19 PM

Been loading Berry's 115 gr double struck round nose for quite a few years. I use Unique - 5.0 grains, COAL 1.150". Averages about 1130 FPS out of my 4" Springfield XD.

Sure shot wv · June 17, 2013, 10:58 PM

I just have to share this. Tonight I hit the big jackpot with a new load. Rainier 124g hp, 1.130 COAL, 4.8g autocomp.

this is the money outa my springfield 5.25. I have officially had the best group I've ever shot. 15 yards standing off hand 1 nice ragged hole 10 shot group. Now I just need to chrono it. I seriously hope I can duplicate this again. The guy shooting next to me said when I finished wow I literally just watched you do that. I'm still grinning from ear to ear thinking about it.

Just to add, 4.4 - 4.8 grains all shot very well but 4.4 was a little light.

WESHOOT2 · June 19, 2013, 05:25 AM

I most highly recommend you start with Alliant Power Pistol.

It will work with every bullet weight and construction.
It has extreme accuracy potential.
It has high velocity potential.
It meters superbly.
It burns cleanly.
It is normally very progressive in nature.
It is reasonably priced, and relatively economical in use.
Data is abundant.

Big manufacturers agree......

And, like W231 or Unique, it is extremely versatile, working well in cartridges from 32 ACP up to 45 Colt (and beyond).

Can't find any?
-Ramshot Silhouette
-Hodgdon Universal
-Accurate AA5
-Hodgdon HS6
-Vihtavuori 3N37
-others......

nlaudato · June 19, 2013, 08:54 AM

Accidentally loaded Berry's 115 RN with 5.7 unique at 1.135 last night. Was looking at wrong load data (never was a measure twice cut once kind of guy). Does anyone foresee this exceeding the 1250 mark out of a 3.8 barrel? Really don't feel like pulling all 50.

spacecoast · June 19, 2013, 11:53 AM

nlaudato -

Alliant says that 6.3 grains will yield approx. 1,244 fps in a 4-inch barrel with a GDHP bullet. handloads.com shows 1,185 fps from 6.1 gr. of Unique using a FMJ. I don't have my Berry's load data with me but think you will be OK at 5.7.

Addendum 6/20 - checked my reloading data last night, showing min. of 5.5 and max of 6.1 for a 9mm FMJ, so you should be fine with a plated bullet. My actual used load is 5.3 grains of Unique and it runs my guns fine.

WESHOOT2 · June 20, 2013, 05:02 AM

Safe as yesterday.....enjoy them.

Huskerguy · June 20, 2013, 05:04 PM

I use 4.3 grains of titegroup with the Berry's and this combination is dead on.

Navy joe · June 22, 2013, 01:59 AM

4.4 titegroup, WSP, 1.150 OAL.

Crimp only enough to remove the bell, no more. Case tension holds the bullet, not crimp. If you overcrimp a plated they are soft, will deform, accuracy a fine mess.

June 16, 2013, 04:49 PM	#1
KCRaider21 Member Join Date: March 21, 2013 Posts: 78	What 9mm loads do you use with Berry's 115 gr round nose bullets? I bought 500 115 gr Berry's round nose bullets at Cabelas. I have the brass and primers. I just need to find some powder now. What kind of loads do you all use with these bullets?

June 16, 2013, 05:05 PM	#3
CrustyFN Senior Member Join Date: June 4, 2006 Location: West Virginia Posts: 2,258	I use loads for jacketed data. __________________ I don't ever remember being absent minded.

June 16, 2013, 05:13 PM	#5
jepp2 Senior Member Join Date: December 24, 2008 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,476	My favorite load for Rainier 115 gr. plated ( should be close to yours ) is 6.8 gr of Hodgdon HS-6 loaded to a OAL of 1.169". Since I tend to load long, I often have to adjust my powder charge to obtain a pressure to provide reliable cycling. __________________ NRA Benefactor Life member

June 16, 2013, 05:49 PM	#6
zxcvbob Senior Member Join Date: December 20, 2007 Location: S.E. Minnesota Posts: 4,720	I don't remember the load data because it's been a few years, but Green Dot worked very well with those bullets. Titegroup should also be a good powder, and I normally don't like Titegroup. For plated bullets, use jacketed bullet data and a fast-burning powder (GD and TG are pretty fast) __________________ "Everything they do is so dramatic and flamboyant. It just makes me want to set myself on fire!" —Lucille Bluth

June 17, 2013, 05:42 AM	#9
WESHOOT2 Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 1999 Location: home on the range; Vermont (Caspian country) Posts: 14,324	correct question What powder(s) do you currently have? Buying some just for this? Ramshot Silhouette. __________________ . "all my ammo is mostly retired factory ammo"

June 16, 2013, 04:58 PM	#2
arch308 Senior Member Join Date: November 6, 2011 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 876	Just keep them under 1250 fps and you will like them.

June 16, 2013, 05:11 PM	#4
Sure shot wv Senior Member Join Date: January 25, 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 137	I love Berrys and Rainier bullets. I follow jacketed data as well and have never had a problem.

June 16, 2013, 06:47 PM	#7
BigJimP Senior Member Join Date: February 23, 2005 Posts: 13,195	Hodgdon TiteGroup or Hodgdon Universal are my preferences. But if you look at the Hodgdon website ..it will give you other options as well.

June 16, 2013, 07:26 PM	#8
velillen Member Join Date: October 20, 2012 Posts: 93	I use Accurate #2 for my 9mm loads (115 and 147 plated xtreme bullets). 4.1gr for the 115 and 3.5gr for 147. I use the "plated bullet" data found in the lee manual. Could go higher but both those loads are accurate and cycle my sig 226 perfectly so no need to

June 17, 2013, 06:33 AM	#10
spacecoast Senior Member Join Date: October 14, 2009 Location: Sunshine and Keystone States Posts: 4,461	+1 on velillen's load data. AA#2 works great for me, have also used Titegroup.

June 17, 2013, 08:34 AM	#11
serf 'rett Senior Member Join Date: June 25, 2009 Location: Stuttgart, AR Posts: 1,569	I use Power Pistol in a load that clocks out at around 1220 fps and groups well. __________________ A lack of planning on your part does not necessarily constitute an emergency on my part.

June 17, 2013, 12:13 PM	#12
armoredman Senior Member Join Date: May 22, 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 5,295	Accurate Arms #7 for me - Berrys 115gr HBRN-TP bullets worked great.

June 17, 2013, 06:09 PM	#13
KCRaider21 Member Join Date: March 21, 2013 Posts: 78	Don't have any powder on hand.

June 17, 2013, 10:19 PM	#14
arizona98tj Senior Member Join Date: December 10, 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 980	Been loading Berry's 115 gr double struck round nose for quite a few years. I use Unique - 5.0 grains, COAL 1.150". Averages about 1130 FPS out of my 4" Springfield XD. __________________ stu-offroad.com Largest Jeep TJ project site on the web! (now with guns)

June 17, 2013, 10:58 PM	#15
Sure shot wv Senior Member Join Date: January 25, 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 137	I just have to share this. Tonight I hit the big jackpot with a new load. Rainier 124g hp, 1.130 COAL, 4.8g autocomp. this is the money outa my springfield 5.25. I have officially had the best group I've ever shot. 15 yards standing off hand 1 nice ragged hole 10 shot group. Now I just need to chrono it. I seriously hope I can duplicate this again. The guy shooting next to me said when I finished wow I literally just watched you do that. I'm still grinning from ear to ear thinking about it. Just to add, 4.4 - 4.8 grains all shot very well but 4.4 was a little light.

June 19, 2013, 05:25 AM	#16
WESHOOT2 Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 1999 Location: home on the range; Vermont (Caspian country) Posts: 14,324	I got my reasons I most highly recommend you start with Alliant Power Pistol. It will work with every bullet weight and construction. It has extreme accuracy potential. It has high velocity potential. It meters superbly. It burns cleanly. It is normally very progressive in nature. It is reasonably priced, and relatively economical in use. Data is abundant. Big manufacturers agree...... And, like W231 or Unique, it is extremely versatile, working well in cartridges from 32 ACP up to 45 Colt (and beyond). Can't find any? -Ramshot Silhouette -Hodgdon Universal -Accurate AA5 -Hodgdon HS6 -Vihtavuori 3N37 -others...... __________________ . "all my ammo is mostly retired factory ammo"

June 19, 2013, 08:54 AM	#17
nlaudato Junior Member Join Date: June 19, 2013 Posts: 2	Since we're on the topic... Accidentally loaded Berry's 115 RN with 5.7 unique at 1.135 last night. Was looking at wrong load data (never was a measure twice cut once kind of guy). Does anyone foresee this exceeding the 1250 mark out of a 3.8 barrel? Really don't feel like pulling all 50.

June 19, 2013, 11:53 AM	#18
spacecoast Senior Member Join Date: October 14, 2009 Location: Sunshine and Keystone States Posts: 4,461	nlaudato - Alliant says that 6.3 grains will yield approx. 1,244 fps in a 4-inch barrel with a GDHP bullet. handloads.com shows 1,185 fps from 6.1 gr. of Unique using a FMJ. I don't have my Berry's load data with me but think you will be OK at 5.7. Addendum 6/20 - checked my reloading data last night, showing min. of 5.5 and max of 6.1 for a 9mm FMJ, so you should be fine with a plated bullet. My actual used load is 5.3 grains of Unique and it runs my guns fine. Last edited by spacecoast; June 20, 2013 at 07:36 AM.

June 20, 2013, 05:02 AM	#19
WESHOOT2 Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 1999 Location: home on the range; Vermont (Caspian country) Posts: 14,324	Safe as yesterday.....enjoy them. __________________ . "all my ammo is mostly retired factory ammo"

June 20, 2013, 05:04 PM	#20
Huskerguy Senior Member Join Date: March 28, 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 348	I use 4.3 grains of titegroup with the Berry's and this combination is dead on.

June 22, 2013, 01:59 AM	#21
Navy joe Senior Member Join Date: January 28, 2001 Location: VA, USA Posts: 1,804	4.4 titegroup, WSP, 1.150 OAL. Crimp only enough to remove the bell, no more. Case tension holds the bullet, not crimp. If you overcrimp a plated they are soft, will deform, accuracy a fine mess. __________________ FY47012

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