Thread: Heavier 358429 (178 gr) load data
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Old 03-25-2020, 08:30 PM
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I have some 178 gr Lyman 358429 bullets. Want to use Unique and 2400. I would think my usual mid range load of 6.0 grs Unique and my Magnum load 12 grs 2400 will be fine for this heavier weight 178 grs. I seat the bullet to 1.553” OAL.

Any suggestions with a heavier weight 178 gr 358429?
I shot some Missouri Bullets 180 gn Pugnose (flat point) with 12 gr. 2400 in my GP100 and SP101. No problems aside from being uncomfortable in the SP101 as I'm a bit sensitive to recoil. FWIW I think they're around 18 BHN.

I'm going to start using 6.0 Unique for my regular 158 gr. mid-range loads now and save the 2400 for rifle use.
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