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Using jacketed load data for cast. Help
Is there a general rule of thumb, or possibly a conversion to translate load data for jacketed projectiles when using cast boolits?
I am loading .40 using cast 180gr. Using up some bullseye powder I've had sitting around right now, but planning a switch to wsf. Having a hard time finding data. Any help would be great. |
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Get a casting reloading book. Some of those powders might be too hot for lead and cause leading. The other day someone posted some great load data on a thread for the 40sw i suggest finding it. They are good load data for competition shooting
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.40 is a high psi round so make sure you keep your OAL on the long side.
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Thanks for the tips!
Right now Im playing with an OAL between 1.130 & 1.135 For the bullseye I started at 4.5gr Amazingly accurate, and fairly soft shooting. I did a small batch at 4.3gr to test out this weekend. So far happy with the performance of the bullseye, but it smokes like a s.o.b. If there is no wind blowing, it looks like a diesel train drove by after I've emptyed a mag full. Some folks recommended trying wsf as it smokes less. Also, fills the case a little better which is easier to see before seating the projectile. Also less chance of a double charge. Thanks again! |
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