tech24
HP rifle shooter
Ah I got it, just wasn't sure the reasoning but that makes sense
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Ah I got it, just wasn't sure the reasoning but that makes sense
pcfixer
Ultimate Member
Your reasoning and judgement are sound.
To that I might add. Anyone loading any ammunition seek advice and IF possible someone show you how.
I call alot for advice.
http://www.hodgdon.com/contactus.html
Always double check my loads...Always I say.. especially when near max.
I do use the online www.hodgdon.com for min and max loads.
I've learned a number of things from the hodgdon powder technician. They are ALWAYS spot on.
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Maryland Hunter
Ultimate Member
- Feb 1, 2008
- 3,194
W-231, H-Clays, and Titegroup are what I generally use, and they all run pretty clean for me.
MH
MH
Winterborn
Moved to Texas
I started reloading this year (Jan) and for pistols all I've ever used is Titegroup.
Yes, shooting cast lead bullets with this powder is smokier than using plated bullets, thats just the way it is.
I find that my automatic loads (.45 acp) are less smoky than my Revolver loads, not sure why.
It is due to this issue I'll probably be refraining from using cast lead bullets when shooting at an indoor range, I'll save them for Elk Neck or similar places.
TG is a great powder, and very versatile. I use it for .45, .357/.38, and 9mm loads. All perform very well with low charge weights (don't use more than 5gr with any loads usually).
Yes, shooting cast lead bullets with this powder is smokier than using plated bullets, thats just the way it is.
I find that my automatic loads (.45 acp) are less smoky than my Revolver loads, not sure why.
It is due to this issue I'll probably be refraining from using cast lead bullets when shooting at an indoor range, I'll save them for Elk Neck or similar places.
TG is a great powder, and very versatile. I use it for .45, .357/.38, and 9mm loads. All perform very well with low charge weights (don't use more than 5gr with any loads usually).
mike_in_md
Ultimate Member
I've always used bullseye powder for 45 and 38. Recently I started reloading for 9mm and after testing 9mm with Bullseye powder and comparing it to Vihtavuori N330 in a Ransom Rest I found Bullseye to be just as accurate if not more accurate than N330. Long story short. Bullseye!
Biggfoot44
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- Aug 2, 2009
- 33,145
Despite my bringing up Titegroup , Tech 24 is on target . To expand the concept , 4227 is a very versatile and forgiving slow powder. And gives excellent accuraccy. But not * clean * .
"Clean Burning" is overrated. Likewise the "smokey" issue is blown out of porportion. Low charge wt as a goal in itself is a nonissue , and a worthwhile argument can be made in favor of high loading density as a goal.
"Clean Burning" is overrated. Likewise the "smokey" issue is blown out of porportion. Low charge wt as a goal in itself is a nonissue , and a worthwhile argument can be made in favor of high loading density as a goal.
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