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Offline nathan

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Mould for 32 mag?
« on: December 29, 2003, 06:06:23 AM »
Veral-   I just purchased a Ruger Bisley Single Six in 32mag, and have been looking around for a bullet mould that will maximize my energy potential w/ this little round.  I have one of your moulds for my 45colt, and have been really impressed w/ how well it casts, and how well the resulting bullets shoot.  I like the looks of your 32 cal FN design, but was wondering what you would recommend for bullet weight.  Of the foks I've talked to, most have recommended sticking w/ 115gr bullets.  What is your opinion?  
I don't plan on doing any serious hunting w/ this gun, as the 45 is available, but do want to use it extensively while hiking, and would like to have the ability to knock some sense into a cougar should one get too friendly.  thanks.
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Mould for 32 mag?
« Reply #1 on: December 30, 2003, 08:07:44 PM »
The 115 gr FN, gas checked, weighs about 120 gr, and with a case full of 296 or H110 leaves the muzzle at 1400-1450 fps.  One customer from Europe killed a 400 pound boar with a shoulder shot, which went clear through.  I don't think more power can be wrung from this neat little cartridge.

If light loads are desired for small game, I like a 90 SFN or 100 gr FN running at about 1000 fps.  Very pleasant to shoot and deadly on small animals.
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