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Old 08-16-2017, 02:59 AM
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Originally Posted by CJP1 View Post
Can I load the Rainier 135gr plated bullets over 7grs of Unique without burning away the plating and leading my barrel?
The Rainiers are rated to 1250fps. Sierra's Reloading Manual v5.6 shows a 135gr JHP & 6.9gr/Unique at 1150fps from a 5" bbl. (7.7gr=1250fps)

Show be okay but as always, when in doubt, work up the load & look for problems.

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