Going through some of my notes I put together years ago I came across one that I downloaded a bit from max from one's from Alliant data and Sierra data. I have written down a 180 gr. JHP from a 6 " barrel .44 mag ( mag cases ) with 21.5 grs. of 2400 powder achieving just 1280 FPS which sounds a little slow, not that I want much more speed from this bullet.
To those of you that use a similar bullet / powder combo using .44 mag cases what kind of velocities are you getting and from what length barrel ?
Several years ago I used a bulk 180 JHP from a 7 1/2 " .44 mag Ruger SBH with just enough Blue Dot to get 1275 FPS on a broadside buck at close range from a tree stand. Total pass through, very good expansion, easy blood trail for 40 yards where he was found. I have no more Blue Dot but still have 2400 so your input will be appreciated. Thanks.
To those of you that use a similar bullet / powder combo using .44 mag cases what kind of velocities are you getting and from what length barrel ?
Several years ago I used a bulk 180 JHP from a 7 1/2 " .44 mag Ruger SBH with just enough Blue Dot to get 1275 FPS on a broadside buck at close range from a tree stand. Total pass through, very good expansion, easy blood trail for 40 yards where he was found. I have no more Blue Dot but still have 2400 so your input will be appreciated. Thanks.
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