WST and WSF loads in .32 H&R Magnum

[Jeff Michel]

While I was rooting around in my powder cabinet, I came across a couple pounds of unsullied WST and WSF. In spite of my best efforts, I didn't find much data other than autoloader calibers and a couple for 38 special. I am curious if anyone has tried either of these powders in a .32 mag? I know where it falls in the burn rate chart but I'm hesitant to extrapolate the numbers. As to cast bullets, I like the 322 and 325 Saeco and the Lyman 3118. In jacketed, Hornady XTP. Any guidance would be appreciated.

[Kosh75287]

I found reloading data for WSF on the Hodgdon reloading website, but nothing for WST. I'm at a loss to understand why no data for WST was developed for the .32 H&R. Winchester touts WST as being "ideal for use in .45 AUTO match applications".
Data for WST in .45 ACP seems to develop pressures that are comparable with .32 H&R loads using other propellants, so I am unable to explain.

[saleen322]

WST does work well in 45 ACP target loads and I have had good luck using it in 32 S&W Long. WSF is slower burning and it would probably develop a little more velocity if that is what you prefer.

[Outpost75]

WST was the replacement for 452AA and in most pistol calibers can be safely loaded weight for weight with 231 data.

I like 8.5 grains of it in .30-'06 with Accurate 31-155D plainbased bullet for a 100 yard Junior training load.

Same charge is fine in .44 Magnum with Acccurate 43-215C.

[Larry Gibson]

I've used 3.2 gr of WST in my Ruger Single Six [original run] 32 H&R in Starline cases with WSP primers with the Lee 314-90-SWC seated to and lightly crimped in the first lube groove. Not pressure tested but the velocity runs just over 1000 fps out of the 6 1/2" barreled revolver. That is pretty much equal toa 3.2 gr load of Bullseye.

[Jeff Michel]

Thank you gentlemen for the help.