Hey all,
I originally posted in the Surplus Powder forum but still need some help. I've got a good supply of this powder and wanted to try various slug loadings (both of the Lee's and Lyman 525 grain) 12 gauge in smoothbores (nothing I have is rifled). I wanted to start at 25 grains with the Lee 7/8 oz. Too light to start and will I have the problems associated with this stuff getting compression? I understand it is supposed to be between Herco and Blue Dot--closer to Blue Dot. I'm going to weigh the charges initially. I seek the sage advice of experts. I made a mistake in the posting there on the Lot #--Lot# 91A-009 is what I have (got to get the eyes checked)!
The information on casting with the Lee drive key slugs (from forum members) was perfect. Smoke the mold only and use the drop out spray ONLY on the center drive key pin. The slugs came out perfectly after the first two. Got good hulls and wads and nitro cards standing by.