.30 M-1 Carbine: Factory ballistics call for a 110-FMJ bullet at 1990 fps from an 18" barrel. Few loads actually achieve that velocity.
.357 Marlin 1894C, 18.5" barrel: I typically run 125-grain bullets at around 2050 fps, but my favorite load is a 158-JSP at about 1800. Most Marlins prefer the heavier bullets. My pet load is 16.2/Lil Gun/158 JSP, though the max load is listed at 18.0 grains. I get far better brass life and awesome accuracy (2 MOA) with my pet load.
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