Recent content by Edubya

I like Fkimble's solution. If you have the room and the finances, this solves a whole bunch of problems. Never can tell when you might decide that you need to load up another couple hundert .45s or another K of .357s. BTW, whoever told you that it takes an hour to change out from small to large...

I use 17 gr 2400 for light loads and 22gr of W296 for anything other than plinking and paper target killing. I guess you ought to try some of W296 loads that you have already built up. EW

Over crimping Most of my cast bullets in 9mm, .38, .44 or .45 calibers are cast to a BHN of approximately 12. I have found that I can get accurate results and no leading by not crimping too hard. I do the "thumb press" to insure that they are not able to jump, but I was having trouble with many...

W296 is a good powder, so is AA#9. What is your objective, both powders have good characteristics and are proven in the .44 mag. Most of us are looking for an accurate bullet/powder combination. I have found the 2400 as the ideal target/hunting powder for my 629-6. Target; or really an...

HS6 and AA9 same? Richard, I don't know what your objective is and probably shouldn't interfere, but you've made some very contradictory statements that have me totally confused: "16.0 Gr. with the 240";"18.0 Gr. #9" And; their 240, which has a different ogive and bearing surface. On the...

Waiting for results Allen, some of us are waiting with bated breath on the results that you were going to post. We are not only interested in the results but want to hear that you and the project are still in one piece. EW

If you're in a hurry to smooth it out, a gunsmith can polish it in 45 minutes and you'll be as pleased with it as you are with your other gun/trigger. I know because I had the same situation!