I am in dire need of some professional advice from all you .22 Rem. Jet Mag. reloaders, who reload for the S&W Model 53 revolver. I am beginning the loading process for it, have had it 4 years, but was reluctant to start because of all the bad hype regarding the cylinder locking up. But I am taking the bull by the horns. Is there a need for a crimp in lieu of it is only being a 40 gr. bullet, and setback should not be severe with moderate loads, if neck tension is good? Also, how often should I clean the cylinder and shells with lighter fluid or acetone so as not to have a lockup?
I am looking at going with the accuracy load in one of my older Lyman manuals, which consists of 11.0 grs. of IMR-4227. Has anyone used this load in a 53 revolver, and if so, how was the accuracy.
Any other tips you wise guru's could share would be much appreciated.
Thank you in advance.