Rainer 165 gr.RNFP 40 cal. S&W

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    English Springer

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    Jul 11, 2012
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    Freeland,MD
    I'm looking for reloading data for the above plated bullets for 40 cal S&W.
    How much should I reduce the powder charge using plated bullets vs. FMJ?
    Any info would be greatly appreciated. I generally use Winchester 231 powder.
     
    j8064

    j8064

    Garrett Co Hooligan #1
    Feb 23, 2008
    11,635
    Deep Creek
    I generally work up my plated bullet loads using published data for similar type and weight cast bullets.
     
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    Clippers69

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    Mar 7, 2011
    59
    I also reload a 165 grain plated bullet in 40 s&w and have used above mid-range on the powder. Unique at 5.6-5.7 and it shoots fine. The plated bullets are becoming better as some manufacturers are adding a couple of thousandths more copper than some others. It seems that almost everyone is also double-striking their bullets for more consistency to enhance accuracy.
     
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