After shooting my musket and Lyman GPR, I've decided to try .45 Colt cartridges. I'm loading 35g (measured with a 2.2 Lee dipper) of Goex 3F in new Starline cases, with WW primers. I'm charging the case, setting a CircleFly 1/8" wad, then an Ox-Yoke felt wad with a little extra Mink lube added, then a 255g bullet with SPG lube.
There's only about 1/8" available in the case before seating the bullet - am I applying too much compression?
These cartridges will go in a Ruger New Vaquero and a Uberti 1860 RM Conversion.
Also, I only have one can of 3F Goex, but have a few of 2F Swiss on hand. Can I make up these same cartridges with the 2F Swiss?
Thanks for helping a new guy.