BPI Slug Manual

[EMC45]

Does the slug manual from BPI have data for the Lee 1oz. Key Drive slug? I have my data from Lee's site, but they only offer up a few powders to choose from.

Just curious because I see folks listing powders they use with the Key Drive slug that are not on the little sheet from Lee. I have been using HS6 for all my buck and slug loads, but I am running low-ish on it and have a bunch of other powders to use - just need the data.

Any help or info would be appreciated.

[megasupermagnum]

No it does not. Most guys use 1 ounce shot load data. The Hodgdon website is a good source.

[EMC45]

No it does not. Most guys use 1 ounce shot load data. The Hodgdon website is a good source.

Brilliant! I feel dumb for not putting 2 and 2 together. DUH!!!

I load shot loads with different powders so this will work out nicely.

[copdills]

let us know what powders you use and good luck

[SuperBlazingSabots]

Greetings, the loading data from Lee too is way too Hot and loosen your dentures, watch out:
https://i.imgur.com/qhrOkRZ.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/l5pjrMe.jpg
Most shooters stop around 32 or 33 gr of HS-6

Best regards,
Ajay Madan
Super Blazing Sabots

[EMC45]

I do run my slugs according to Lee's data with 36gr. of HS6. It is a stout load.

The 36gr. Herco load will not allow the crimp to fold over and start, so I know it was pretty heavy to begin with. I have thought to drop the powder charge down with the Herco by at least a few grains.

I also may try the HS6 load reduced as well. They shoot very well, but they let you know when you pull that trigger.

[FullTang]

Here's some specific data from BPI with other powders and wads: https://www.ballisticproducts.com/load14_04_25.htm and https://www.ballisticproducts.com/load14_06_13.htm
However, I would second what megasupermagnum said, you can use shot data safely. I especially like "International" load data, which give you 1345 fps loads for 24 gram (7/8 oz) or 28 gram (1 oz) payloads, with common fast-burning powders, usually at relatively low pressures. These make nice low-recoil slug loads.

[EMC45]

Excellent! Thanks for the intel fellas!

[gpidaho]

BPI's Slug Loading & Field Application 7th Edition has Data for both 1oz. and 7/8 oz. Lee Key drive slugs. Gp

[MusicMan]

My only complaint is that most of the data is only for components that they sell.

[megasupermagnum]

BPI's Slug Loading & Field Application 7th Edition has Data for both 1oz. and 7/8 oz. Lee Key drive slugs. Gp

7th? I swear I bought mine only 2 or 3 years ago, and it's the 4th edition. Are you sure that data isn't for those crappy generic foster slugs they sell?

Edit: I must have been away for longer than I thought. I don't see a 7th edition, but they are selling a 6th. On top of that, anyone check out these "value slugs"? Those rifled slugs aren't the best deal in the world, but they are selling a 300 grain bullet and sabot combo for less than anything else they have. Looks like a Federal trophy copper to me. I'll be ordering 2 packs (100 slugs) tonight.

[gpidaho]

All of the BPI's manuals read like a catalog, My loading room is going to have to get bigger if I have to buy more BPI wads. LOL Gp

[gpidaho]

MSM No, unlike them to give data on another company's products but it's there. Gp

[RMc]

Another pressure tested Lee Slug Load:

https://www.shotgunworld.com/bbs/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=73334