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July 10, 2002, 07:55 PM | #1 |
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Need starting load, .44spl 180gr lead flatpoint
I recently added .44 Spl to my reloading list, and started with a 180 grain JHP, using W231, 6.5 grains.
I'm starting to run out of the first box of bullets, and picked up a couple hundred 180 gr "BBFP" (so it says on the bag) lead flat points. My reloading manual (Lymans) doesn't list a load for that, so I'd love to hear some opinions on starting loads for the 231. I guess it is finally time for me to break down and buy a second reloading manual. Any advice on which book my next purchase should be? -Jorah |
July 11, 2002, 05:49 AM | #2 |
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Your load of 6.5 gr of 231 should still be a good load with the lead bullet.
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July 11, 2002, 10:41 AM | #3 |
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.44 Spl Load
Hey Jorah:
What Griz said! Your load will be fine with the lead bullet, too. If you are looking for a nice target load try dropping down to about 5.3 gr and adjust up a tenth at a time until the groups get tight. 5.4 seemed to do the trick for me (624 S&W) when I was trying to stay on the paper at 50 yds for PPC. Cheers, Norm |
July 11, 2002, 04:54 PM | #4 |
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As usual, thanks for the help.
I've noticed a tendency for the lead loads to be a bit more lightly loaded than the jacketed. I'll 5.3 gr, as you suggest.
-Jorah |
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