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Re: [IdpaNJ] Re: REPLY REQUESTED >>> Reloading

Hi Todd:
When I work up a new load, I work my way up about .2 of a grain.   Although this takes time, it is the safest way to do it when a bullet/powder combo is not listed in the manual.  I load about 10 or 12 of each and then test 3 or 4 for power factor through the chronograph and the rest for accuracy.  I have worked up a number of loads this way with great success.  Hope this helps. 
Mike
 


Michael P. Gottlieb, Esquire


Vangrossi & Recchuiti
319 Swede Street
Norristown, PA 19401
610-279-4200 (office)
610-279-4306 (fax)

215-850-7562 (cell)


 
In a message dated 2/23/2008 10:33:01 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, tkleinma@... writes:

Thank you for your quick reply....

I have several manuals and a Chronograph.... Unfortunatley, my
bullets are not listed in any of the manuals, and I see max loads
from 3.7 to 4.9 grains in the manuals depending on the type of
bullet....

I tested 3.7 grains on a Chronograph but only get about 675 FPS... I
am afraid to load any higher...

Todd

--- In IdpaNJ@yahoogroups.com, mikem1a1@... wrote:
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> The safest thing you can do is buy a reloading manual from the
company and a
> chronograph. You can also go on their website for the bare data.
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> Michael P. Gottlieb, Esquire
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> Vangrossi & Recchuiti
> 319 Swede Street
> Norristown, PA 19401
> 610-279-4200 (office)
> 610-279-4306 (fax)
> 215-850-7562 (cell)
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> In a message dated 2/23/2008 10:21:08 A.M. Eastern Standard Time,
> tkleinma@... writes:
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> Folks,
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> I am new to reloading, and I could use some help.
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> I am using 158Gr. Berry's Round Nose Bullets and Bullseye Powder.
Do
> any of you know what amount of Bullseye powder that I need to meet
the
> 792 FPS requirement for IDPA?
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> Thank you.
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> Todd
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Folks, I am new to reloading, and I could use some help. I am using 158Gr. Berry's Round Nose Bullets and Bullseye Powder. Do any of you know what amount of...
Todd Kleinman
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Feb 23, 2008
3:20 pm

The safest thing you can do is buy a reloading manual from the company and a chronograph. You can also go on their website for the bare data. Michael P....
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Feb 23, 2008
3:26 pm

Thank you for your quick reply.... I have several manuals and a Chronograph.... Unfortunatley, my bullets are not listed in any of the manuals, and I see max...
Todd Kleinman
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Feb 23, 2008
3:32 pm

What caliber, model of gun, etc are you using. that makes a big diffrence too. also check with these guys. http://forums.accuratereloading.com/eve a ton of...
Chris DeBlass
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Feb 23, 2008
3:47 pm

Todd, What caliber are you shooting? From the bullet weight of 158 gr. it sounds like 38. Is this correct? Velocity will vary with barrel length too but we'll...
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Feb 23, 2008
3:39 pm

Yes... I am shooting .38 with a 4 inch barrel. Thank you. Todd ... sounds ... factor. I ... confirm what...
Todd Kleinman
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Feb 23, 2008
3:42 pm

Todd, What caliber are you shooting? From the bullet weight of 158 gr. it sounds like 38. Is this correct? Velocity will vary with barrel length too but we'll...
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Feb 23, 2008
3:39 pm

Hi Todd: When I work up a new load, I work my way up about .2 of a grain. Although this takes time, it is the safest way to do it when a bullet/powder combo...
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Feb 23, 2008
3:41 pm

Mike, I have been essentially using this process, but I am yet to get to the minimum power factor. Now, I am concerned about using more than the max load. I...
Todd Kleinman
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Feb 23, 2008
3:46 pm

My Lyman & Speer manuals say you can go up to 4.2 gr of Bullseye with a 158 gr bullet. This should get you to 880 fps. If your gun is rated for +P, this should...
bill
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Feb 23, 2008
4:38 pm

Todd: As long as you are not seeing signs of pressure on the fired case you are in good shape. Mike Michael P. Gottlieb, Esquire Vangrossi & Recchuiti 319...
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Feb 23, 2008
4:03 pm

Mike; A load that works in a 4 inch .38 is 4.5gr. of Winchester 231 under a 158 grain LEAD bullet. It's accurate and it makes the power factor. Start with...
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Feb 23, 2008
10:14 pm

Folks, I greatly appreciate all your responses and advice. With your advice and some trial and error, I was able to find the right recipe to meet the minimum...
Todd Kleinman
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Feb 24, 2008
11:48 pm

What load did you finally settle on? --Chris...
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