Looking for 100 or so 158gn swc gc boolits to try in both my 357 mag and 357 max pistols. Wanting to try some before I buy a mold. I can lube and size but I would need gas checks to go with them if need be
Looking for 100 or so 158gn swc gc boolits to try in both my 357 mag and 357 max pistols. Wanting to try some before I buy a mold. I can lube and size but I would need gas checks to go with them if need be
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Just a little experience here. Most .357 Maxi's prefer a heavier bullet. 180 grn & up. Lighter bullets with hot, fast burning powders are why Bill Ruger got pizzed at folks who used that combo, and caused top strap flame cutting issues. Using heavier bullets, & slower burning powders is THE ticket for the Maxis.
One of the people who helped Ruger develop the .357 Maxi, along with another gentleman, designed a bullet a few years back just for the Maxi. It casts out at approximately 195 grns, and is super good. They did extensive testing with loads & accuracy. Powder coated, & shot at 100 yds for accuracy. Look into "David Bradshaw" & Lee Martin for info. Hint; Lee owns the single action forum. Extensive info there.
I have a pair of these molds & can attest to their facts as true. That, and I own a "few" .357 Maximums, in revolvers & Contenders.
I would gladly send you 100 158gr SWC I also have some heavy bullets for the Max if interested I could send you some of those as well, PM me. Great info contender, many thanks!
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BT | Boat Tail | PL | Power-Lokt | SP | Soft Point |
C | Compressed Charge | PR | Primer | SPCL | Soft Point "Core-Lokt" |
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