Author Topic: Barnse Bullet Loading,Is there Data Different (Read 763 times)

WildBill · « **on:** February 05, 2003, 01:38:16 PM »

I was just wondering if the data for the XPB pistol bullets in the Barnse manuals was that much different ,from any of the other manuals. I have Sierra ,& Hornady .Really don't want another loading book unless its absolutely necessary. Any input is appreciated. :shock: :shock:

Hcliff · « **Reply #1 on:** February 06, 2003, 05:28:12 AM »

This is frustration that I understand. I called up Barnes for loading data on the new 275 grain .475 XPB. They didn't have any for the public.

But I got bullets coming from Graf's. No load data for that light weight anywhere for a 480 Ruger. They might have some for the caliber you are going to work on. What I am going to do is measure the overall length to see the closest lead bullet. Then I am going to use the starting data there. I went up a size 300 grain vs 250 grain in the 45 Colt data for starting loads.

Good Luck

Hcliff

Questor · « **Reply #2 on:** February 06, 2003, 05:45:44 AM »

There's a big difference between data for Barnes X bullets and other bullets. These are solid copper bullets that are longer than lead core bullets and they require different data. It's a safety issue.

crawfish · « **Reply #3 on:** February 07, 2003, 04:55:37 PM »

First off let me say that I love the X just wish one was made in .41 Pistol. They are a different breed of cat altogether. When I was shooting longguns I loaded the X for .243 and .257Roberts, went ligh for caliber and pushed them as fast as I could. They killed deer like nothing I have ever seen before or since.. To me there is a definite, visible difference in reaction to a hit in deer sized animals to the X bullet then anything else that I have or seen used. You need to use barnes data with your pistol bullets. There is little margin to play with in pistol cases and those Xs' can really spike pressure quick. Don't risk you gun or your health for a few bucks saved on a manual.