Author Topic: Need a 310 grain FN-GC-DC 44 mag load (Read 737 times)

blklabs · « **on:** April 12, 2006, 04:08:53 AM »

Guys,
I just ordered 500 bullets from Montana Bullet Works. I will be using them in a Ruger SBHH. Does anyone have any loads for this bullet. I checked the Hodgdon Manual but it only has the 300 grain XTP or a 325 grain LBT data. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

HL · « **Reply #1 on:** April 13, 2006, 01:34:37 AM »

You should be able to start with the starting load for the 325 gr safely and work up from there. YOu also need to know what the BHN of the bullets are. This will give you an indication of velocity you can safely attain without excessive pressure or leading.

dubber123 · « **Reply #2 on:** April 26, 2006, 01:43:04 PM »

blklabs, I have one load in my notes on a 315 gr. hardcast with gas check. My load was 18.5 grs of H-110 in Winchester brass, CCI mag primers. This load clocked 1325 fps. out of my 10" contender and grouped just over 1/2" at 50 yds. ( that was the best part!). I do know my contender for some reason won't even tolerate loads that are fine in my S&W 629, so I would expect them to be fine from a Ruger, which seems better handling heavy load than the S&W. You definately should work up to it though. Hope this helps.

Savage · « **Reply #3 on:** April 26, 2006, 02:31:20 PM »

This might be a good place to start:

http://www.handloads.com/loaddata/default.asp?Caliber=44%20Magnum&Weight=310&type=Handgun&Order=Powder&Source=

Savage

blklabs · « **Reply #4 on:** April 26, 2006, 03:04:17 PM »

thanks fellas for all the help. I have a good idea of where to start now!

Gun Runner · « **Reply #5 on:** April 26, 2006, 03:52:19 PM »

Using 12.9 grs 2400. Mine are the lee 310gr and after sizing, lubing and GC they weigh 313 grs. (hard cast) Dont have a chrony but it was ripping the bark off one of the dead trees we use in the backstop.

Gun Runner

Graybeard · « **Reply #6 on:** April 26, 2006, 05:19:57 PM »

There is a REAL problem with generic loads for such heavy for caliber bullets. That problem is how much of the case is occupied by the bullet and how much is left for powder? Ya see there is no standard really for such cast bullets and one company's 300+ grain bullet may take up a LOT more case capacity than another does. Thus you can jump pressures to astronomical levels fast using data for some other bullet in heavy for caliber applications without knowing the relative amount of bullet inside the case for each.

ASK the bullet maker for starting load data.

Savage · « **Reply #7 on:** April 27, 2006, 02:19:50 AM »

I, as a rule, don't post load data on the internet. I did post a link to a site with that information, that I have found to be reliable in the past. Still, I would exercise caution using ANY data not found in the bullet manufacturer's published loading tables.The bullet weight is but ONE variable in the loading equation. I would encourage anyone reloading, to seek out current and accurate loading information from a reliable, published source. Enjoy reloading safely!!
Savage