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  1. 01-03-2018, 05:48 PM #1
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    Help needed 9mm

    Trying to setup for a new Smith n Wesson 9mm shield. I’m useing the Lee tl356-124-rn bullets I’ve cast and habor freight red powder coated. I need help with the OAL length for this combo. Thanks.
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  2. 01-03-2018, 05:53 PM #2
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    I run mine at 1.105 aol
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  3. 01-03-2018, 06:18 PM #3
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    Mine range from 1.1" to 1.135" depending on my mood.
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  4. 01-03-2018, 06:32 PM #4
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    .005 shorter then what will pass the plunk test!
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  5. 01-03-2018, 06:41 PM #5
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    Right now I’m at 1.135
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  6. 01-03-2018, 06:58 PM #6
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    Quote Originally Posted by clintsfolly View Post
    .005 shorter then what will pass the plunk test!
    that is my method for determining OAL for new rounds as well. Base load data gets me in the ballpark, then I plunk test and check for feeding issues.
    My feedback page if you feel inclined to add:
    http://castboolits.gunloads.com/show...raight-Shooter

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  7. 01-04-2018, 11:29 PM #7
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    Keep shortening till it passes the plunk test. You will have to be careful on the amount of PC as it will change where you will need to seat your bullets. If it is really thick then you will need to run them shorter. Away around this is to use the TC 120 gr mold. Once sized you do not need to worry about the thickness of the PC changing where the ogive is at
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  8. 01-05-2018, 12:51 AM #8
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    One more for plunk test, Lee 120 TC, sized .357 and lubed

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