Interesting info 44 mag XTP's H110

[alde]

I have a bit of interesting information to share.

I a problem with 240 grain Hornady XTPs using 23.5 grains of H110 and WLP primers. The cases stuck in my 629-3 Classic and the primers looked a bit flattened out and had all the signs of over pressure. I was using a Lee FCD on these rounds with once fired Remington shells.

I loaded up the same loads with the same shells except now they have been fired 3 times. Only difference is I did away with the FCD and just used an RCBS roll crimp. The problem went away. The empty shells just fell out of the cylinder and the primers looked just like they do when I use 8.5 grains of Unique. They were more accurate to boot. Looks like problem solved.

Just thought some might find this interesting. I may also be having the same issue with my 686 and 140 grain XTP's. I will work on that one next.

BTW I have the Hornady 7th addition in front of me. The charge ranges from 20.7 to 24.8. Please verify these numbers before using them. I only list them for reference.