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Originally Posted by Buford57
Thanks to all. So far I hear start with lead data and work up, start with jacketed data or risk stuck bullets, start in the middle.
Also a very enlightening introduction to search engines and the cut and paste feature.
Since the Lee manual includes data specific to plated bullets I think I can get started.
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Maybe this may simplify the answer. Direct from Berrys.
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Question: Do you have load data available? COL or OAL? Please consult load data books or your powder manufacturers' website for load information.
You can use any published data as long as it is the same weight (FMJ, Lead, Plated, etc.)
-Standard Plate Bullets max velocity- 1,250 fps.
-Thick Plate Bullets (TP) max velocity- 1,500 fps.
For SAAMI MAX COL specs or OAL of the bullet please click
HERE.
We recommend a light crimp on the bullet, just enough to put pressure against the bullet without denting or deforming the plating. If you were to pull the bullet out of a case with the proper crimp you would find no more than a scratch on the surface of the plating. If you are denting or deforming the bullet, your accuracy will suffer and the bullet may start to tumble before it hits the target.
Here are websites with load data information,
Page not found – Hodgdon
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Alliant Powder - Reloader's Guide