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Offline D.E.C

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« on: February 24, 2005, 02:07:28 PM »
I'm looking for info on black powder loads in 38-55. using 250 cast flatnose bullets. Interested in using 3f, Swiss.
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« Reply #1 on: February 25, 2005, 11:39:59 AM »
D.E.C.

I have no experience in loading b.p. in the .38-55 but I do have expeience with Swiss 3F in the .45 Colt in a rifle.  On average, Swiss likes very little compression for the best results.

I would load enough Swiss to give somewhere between .03-.06 of compression and give it a try.  Be sure to use b.p. lube.

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« Reply #2 on: February 26, 2005, 04:50:06 PM »
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The most important rule to remember is NEVER leave a gap between the powder and bullet.  You can fill it with a wad or such, but a gap is dangerous.  Make sure when you factor in the compression, you know the length of the bullet(+wad if used) INSIDE the case so you do not over compress and leave a gap in there.

Enjoy, make smoke! :eek:
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« Reply #3 on: February 26, 2005, 07:43:15 PM »
Here's some info that might help you. 3f Swiss would probably get you around 100fps faster than what is showing for the Goex.

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