I am attempting to create a .380 shotshell that will cycle to put a bullet in the chamber for the second shot.
This is happening with a Ruger LCP.
What I've tested so far is:
1.9 grains of Unique, 50-grain shot capsule( cut down to 1/2")(#9 shot), OAL = 0.90", fired but did not eject shell or cycle,
and
2.5 grains of Unique, 50-grain shot capsule( cut down to 1/2")(#9 shot), OAL = 0.90", fired but did not eject shell or cycle.
So far, what has happened is that I've got a single shot 380 shotgun that does not eject the spent shell.
I'm looking for a load that will do that.
Any thoughts, tips, or suggestions are greatly appreciated.
My reason for doing this is the plethora of feral dogs(and other aggressive forest creatures) in this area. At least with a shotshell, I might slow them down enough to not get bit.
TIA