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tazman
03-27-2015, 04:42 PM
I just took some 38 specials loaded with WST powder and Lyman 358432 wadcutters to the range and had the best results I have had to date.
I was using several different powder weights but when I got to 3.3 grains of WST it all came together.
I finished the day by shooting 3 consecutive 3 inch, 12 shot groups at 20 yards offhand. I have never had the gun shoot that well for me before.
Now I need to go back to the reloading room and make up more of them.

bcp477
03-27-2015, 04:47 PM
3.3 grains is an excellent target load. I've gotten great results with that charge weight, with all manner of boolits (and bullets, too). 125 gr., 148 gr. DEWC, 158 gr SWC and RN - all cast..... 148 gr. DEWC and 158 gr. RN in plated. I've also found that 3.5 grains of WST works well (at least, in my guns), with the same projectiles.

bangerjim
03-27-2015, 04:48 PM
It is a good day when they all go boom.

It is a better day when they all go boom and hit in good groups where you are aiming!

Make more!

bangeer-j