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Offline bagdadjoe

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Unique data for .44 Special 265gr WFN???
« on: June 27, 2010, 09:06:27 AM »
Anyone have load data for this combo....44 Special with 265gr LBT WFN gc bullets?  I have a bunch of Unique and use it a lot in my .44 mag.  Haven't found any data for the 265's.  Shooting them in a Blackhawk, looking for accuracy not to break the speed limit.  I have a bunch of 240 Keiths but want to work up a good load for broadsides for my local snappin' turtles,  and maybe John Deer this fall.
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Re: Unique data for .44 Special 265gr WFN???
« Reply #1 on: July 02, 2010, 05:34:40 PM »
I'd think you'd find a good answer on the "Ask Veral" or "LBT" sections of ammo/handloading sections.
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Re: Unique data for .44 Special 265gr WFN???
« Reply #2 on: July 02, 2010, 11:47:19 PM »
BRL +1

1960 Lyman #42 lists starting loads at 6gr for 255gr Kieth's. Don't see any reason why that wouldn't be a cool place to start. BUT, the best response will come from Veral or probably Lloyd.

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Re: Unique data for .44 Special 265gr WFN???
« Reply #3 on: July 03, 2010, 02:36:51 AM »
7 grains with that bullet should take care of most any hunting situation. Problem with wfns though is they usually shoot better at around 1200 fps which isnt going to fly in a 44 special using unique. You may get lucky though and your gun make like it.
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