Hi guys, first let me introduce myself. I am a former Army Aviation soldier and a 6 year police officer in Texas. I have been poking around yall's site for a few months now and all I can say is "You guys are the tops!" That being said,
Reloaded some home grown Lee 240 gr. 44 cal gas checked loads today with EXCELLENT results thanks to the knowledge gained on this site.
My 1st 44 mag is a Ruger Redhawk. Mix cases, wolf LP primers, 18.0 gr. 2400 and a decient crimp. 1199 fps, 1233 fps, 1214 fps, 1208 fps, 1246 fps, and 1282 fps. AV- 1230 SD-30.56
My 2nd 44 mag is also a Ruger Redhawk. Same load as above 1212 fps, 1225 fps, 1297 fps, 1242 fps, 1257 fps, 1267 fps. AV-1250 SD-30.59
My 3rd 44 mag is a Marin ballard levergun. Same load as above 1650 fps, 1576 fps, 1566 fps, 1573 fps, 1582 fps, 1591 fps. AV-1589 SD-30.74
My question is.... Although I had NO leading, I am looking to keep the 1250 AV, but drop my SD down below 20. Any ideas from the Guru's?