.44 mag load

[Dave in WV]

I need a load for 255gr Cast Performance WNFP bullets. I've searched and haven't had any luck. There's a bear in my area and I'd like a load for my 629 Powerport. Thanks, Dave

[kynardsj]

As you want to shoot 255 gr cast try researching some loads for 250 gr jacketed. The cast have less drag producing less pressure so you should be good with a 250 gr jacketed load. We want pics if you bust that bear with your hogleg.

[Dave in WV]

Thanks for the reply. If I bust the bear it will be a case of "have to" because it is out of season. It was on a neighbor's back porch last week. I saw the track and it is over 200 pounds going by the track. 

[dpe.ahoy]

If you are using H110/W296, keep the loads close to max.  If you don't need the most speed possible, try 2400 or another slightly faster powder.  For a bear that size using that bullet, you won't need all the speed the 44 will produce, something around 1200 fps should work well.  DP

[Lloyd Smale]

a good univeral load for the 44 mag with 255s is 20 grains of 2400.

[Dave in WV]

Thanks for the replies. 2400 looks the best.