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eme · August 30, 2008, 05:41 AM

I load DEWC and button type wad cutters in 38 and 357. I use Bear Creek type, which are moly coated and do not lead the barrel even in a HOT load for 357. I load these in 38 at 720 FPS and at 950 FPS and in 357 at over 1000 FPS. I do not set the bullet flush with the case, but leave it about 1/16inch above the case. I've tried Oregon Trail, but they did lead the barrel on the high load for 38 and really leaded the barrel of the 357 load. Hope this helps in your quest. Good Luck.

August 30, 2008, 05:41 AM	#2
eme Member Join Date: November 11, 2004 Posts: 98	I load DEWC and button type wad cutters in 38 and 357. I use Bear Creek type, which are moly coated and do not lead the barrel even in a HOT load for 357. I load these in 38 at 720 FPS and at 950 FPS and in 357 at over 1000 FPS. I do not set the bullet flush with the case, but leave it about 1/16inch above the case. I've tried Oregon Trail, but they did lead the barrel on the high load for 38 and really leaded the barrel of the 357 load. Hope this helps in your quest. Good Luck.