.357 magnum loads

[Control for Smilers]

I have been loading for a .38spl and .357mag revolver for a while....but mostly using mouse fart loads for my model 12 airweight and low end 357 data for my 686. I find myself wanting to load some full power 357 loads...what bullet should i look at? i have been using 158gr plated berrys w/o a cannelure so far for plinking. for full power loads i ASSUME I need a bullet w/a cannelure for a proper roll crimp? thanks guys.

 

[Tusker6N]

I use a roll crimp for my magnum loads.

You need to check velocity, I think the Berry's plated were NOT rated for some magnum velocities.

I know I couldn't use them in 460 rowland for that reason.

I use Hornady XTP with good results in 357, 44 mag, 460 rowland, 454 casull, and 460 s&w.

 

[Control for Smilers]

Berrys for plinking, i keep them waaay under recommended. have looked at the XTPs. i use a chrono.

 

[hseII]

I have been loading for a .38spl and .357mag revolver for a while....but mostly using mouse fart loads for my model 12 airweight and low end 357 data for my 686. I find myself wanting to load some full power 357 loads...what bullet should i look at? i have been using 158gr plated berrys w/o a cannelure so far for plinking. for full power loads i ASSUME I need a bullet w/a cannelure for a proper roll crimp? thanks guys.

I don’t load pistola due to time limits, ( it’s hard enough to find time for the rifles), but one day I will, & these will be what I go with.

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1...meter-180-grain-lead-wide-flat-nose-gas-check


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[Tusker6N]

Berrys for plinking, i keep them waaay under recommended. have looked at the XTPs. i use a chrono.

The crono really helps when working up a full power magnum load. Sometimes you don't get over pressure signs in the brass or primer. The velocity will be above the published max.

 

[Tusker6N]

I don’t load pistola due to time limits, ( it’s hard enough to find time for the rifles), but one day I will, & these will be what I go with.

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1...meter-180-grain-lead-wide-flat-nose-gas-check


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I'm casting my own lead for 45 ACP, 230gr. My next step is hard casting with a gas check and working on some rifle and magnum capable projectiles. Have to invest in some more equipment first.

 

[hseII]

I'm casting my own lead for 45 ACP, 230gr. My next step is hard casting with a gas check and working on some rifle and magnum capable projectiles. Have to invest in some more equipment first.

So why not Buy those & get the reloading side of the equation dialed in?

Much cheaper than
https://www.midwayusa.com/product/9...-180-grain-lead-flat-nose-gas-check-box-of-20



Disclaimer:
These absolutely SUCK out of a short SP101.

Worse than the Garrett’s out of a short 44 Mag.

Worse than the buffalo Bore or any other .454 load I’ve ever shot out of a FA 83 or BFR.

Worse than a pistol grip 12 gauge with 3” buck shot.

Worse than a boat paddle pencil barrel Ruger 77 in .338 win with no scope.

FYI.


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[Tusker6N]

So why not Buy those & get the reloading side of the equation dialed in?

Much cheaper than
https://www.midwayusa.com/product/9...-180-grain-lead-flat-nose-gas-check-box-of-20



Disclaimer:
These absolutely SUCK out of a short SP101.

Worse than the Garrett’s out of a short 44 Mag.

Worse than the buffalo Bore or any other .454 load I’ve ever shot out of a FA 83 or BFR.

Worse than a pistol grip 12 gauge with 3” buck shot.

Worse than a boat paddle pencil barrel Ruger 77 in .338 win with no scope.

FYI.


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This is more of a past-time for me. Always like to tinker with stuff.

 

[hseII]

This is more of a past-time for me. Always like to tinker with stuff.

Well Bang Away Sir.


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[Nuke And Juke]

I have some Hornady fmj if u like to try.


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