Not a new cast boolit shooter, but new to using either of our 4227 powders and specifically in 45 Colt only revolvers.
My question: The Hank Williams load has me wanting to buy this powder but before doing so, I'd like to hear from those who actually shoot this load and why or why not they either continue or have quit. Having shot lots of Unique I remain ok with it but never got 25-50 yard 1 1/2 inch accuracy from any revolver using Unique. Still, Unique is very good and very forgiving for most case designs but like many of us get once in awhile, I just want something with better accuracy and at 900-1000 fps for my Ruger BH's. Not sure I'd shoot these loads in my Smith 25-7 mountain gun though...
Having read every post I can find concerning the Hank Williams Jr load of 20 grains and 255gr Boolits, there seems to be many differences to shooters as to the acceptance of this load or this powder as their "go to load". Many complain about unburned power, or being a dirty powder, or powder jamming up their cylinder if having tight tolerances, what primer is best, LR, LRM or the middle ground WLR. Some complain it is to expensive due to amount used when compared to faster powders that, IMO can be hard on revolvers when loaded with stout charges. Any way, If you like this powder somewhere about 18-20 grains I for one would like to hear about your experiences including what charge and bullet you are loading and what primer you find is proper for this powder. Large powder charge costs don't bother me so much as I won't be shooting 1000's of rounds but more having a woods carry load that is powerful, accurate and with good velocity but not a flame thrower either...I plan to use bullets of 255 grains cast of BH 12 and 15 both.
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