Hi Guys,
Matt here from South Africa. I have been scratching for loss, but due to the max limit of 11 000 psi I don’t want to use just any load data and as far as I understand not all powders are suitable for cast bullets.
So I am looking for a safe load for a 44-40 Winchester model 1873. 24 inch barrel. I am using a 200gr Ohaus mold. Specs says 0.427 bullet diameter, will check when I cast my first bullets and see if sizing is required.
I have new Starline brass and planning on using CCI or Stellier and Bellot large pistol primers. (I have so large rifle primers as well)
I still need to by powder. We have a limited supply of Hodgdon, Alliant, Lovex and Vivhatouri powders available locally. Unfortunately no 2400, RE7 or unique.
Any other suggestions?
I also have 100 250gr cast bullets, but someone told me not to shoot them in the 1873 as the action is too week. Is this true? If not, any loads available for 250gr cast bullets?
Will really appreciate some help.
Regards
Matt
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