Soldier of God, sixgun junky, Retired electrical lineman. Powders include Hodgdon, IMR .357 Magnum Rifle (Hodgdon Data) reloading data with 102 loads. You can find it at any retailer who stocks ammunition, no matter how remote the locale. bullets and some 125 gr. I've seen a lot of testing done on 3gr of 700x in a .45-70 case over a 300gr bullet (even Paco used 700x for ultra-light loads in .45-70), so it appears that SEE is not a worry with this powder. Pistol; Rifle; Cowboy; GR. jacketed bullet for 1107 fps and 32.2K psi. I use the longer magnum brass for hotter loads, but for target work I swear by my old stand-by load. With the metal base that is essential for velocities of 2000 f.s. It invariably mushrooms perfectly, and never breaks up. ", http://s89.photobucket.com/albums/k228/4fingermick/, Vintage Boxes - Gear, Shell, Case, Primer, Group Buys Design, Active , Waiting and Archives, Closed Buys/Waiting for delivery/in shipment, If this is your first visit, be sure to 122 gr western Nevada lead flat point, 3.7 grains 700x, Winchester small pistol 38 Special 158 gr Black Diamond LSWC, 3.2- 3.6 grains 700x, Winchester small pistol 158 gr West Coast Bullet TMJ SWC, 3.3- 3.8 grains 700x, CCI small Pistol 110 gr JHP, 4.0grains 700x, Winchester small pistol 357 Magnum I have other powders available but not in the quantity of the 700X and in view of the fact that the loads will be run thru a .357, +P+ .38 Spl loads are not a problem. It is the "classic" load and over the years I've even tested it in a machine rest using .38 brass in .357's with excellent results. You must agree to the terms below before continuing. Anyone got any load data for Bullseye or 700X? Shooting loads of 700X and a Lee 358-125-RNFP, it is something to behold. Hi-Skor 700-X. If you're unsure, or just want options, check as many boxes as you'd like. I'm also probably good to go with lighter loads as well. Just did not seem to be as accurate as the loads from 40 years ago, that could be a result of 40 years of ageing as well.. Hodgdon lists 5.2 gr., of 700X in a .357 case under a 170 gr. Using bullets from Hornady XTP, Nosler JFP, LSWC, Sierra JHC, Nosler Part. hard cast bullet over 22.5 grains of #2400 for around 1,400 fps or more. I was using 3.3 gr of Bullseye in a .38 shell, but decided to switch to the .357 to keep my cylinders clean. The solid soft lead bullet is undoubtably the best and most satisfactory expanding bullet that has ever been designed. Min Charge Max Charge Optimal Charge Bullet Make Bullet Type "Experience is a series of non-fatal mistakes", " Any law that is NOT constitutional is not a law" James Madison, "You've got to do your own growing, no matter how tall your grandfather was. HISKOR_700X_8_LB. Have fun refining your 357 Magnum handloads, the finest caliber of all. The .357 Smith & Wesson Magnum, .357 S&W Magnum, .357 Magnum, or 9×33mmR as it is known in unofficial metric designation, is a smokeless powder cartridge with a .357-inch (9.07 mm) bullet diameter. I have purchased a Lee Loader that will allow me to reload one cartridge at a time. The bullet diameter for both is .357". This extruded flake powder is ideally suited for shotshells in 12- and 16-gauge where clay target and light field loads are the norm. Years ago, I did some competing and used a model 19 in .357. Keith’s standard load for the .44 Magnum was his 250 to 260-gr. Thanks all for the help! The .357 Magnum fared better shooting wadcutters loaded with three powders. Casting and handloading a 357 magnum can produce terrific highly accurate results. Become a Load Data member, access over 301,612 load recipies LoadData.com is a powerful search engine that allows you to search an ever-expanding database of loads. The .357 Magnum is still among the top five most popular handgun cartridges worldwide. I have some some Remington flat nose FMJ 130 gr. 700x_powder. All the loads are developed by the staff of Handloader magazine and the archives of Handloader and Rifle magazines. Like most shooters, I use .38 Special cases for target loads as opposed to a .357 Magnum case. Historically .357 Mag. I like Black Rifle Coffee. ALL 90 gr 110 gr 125 gr 130 gr 135 gr 140 gr 146 gr 147 gr 148 gr 150 gr 158 gr 170 gr 180 gr 187 gr 200 gr. There is a tremendous variety available; everything from reduced recoil loads to max-pressure bear loads, and everything in between. Due to the differences in the cartridge components, individual weapons, shooting temperatures etc. - My Dad. The listed maximum loads must never be exceeded. Full power .357 magnum loads out of a rifle can be fired all day with a satisfying thump and authoritative impact on reactive targets downrange. A database of .357 Magnum handloads. There will be a few brief diversions to the Rossi, 20 inch 357 magnum lever action carbine too. California is to the United States what Syria is to Russia and North Korea is to China/South Korea/Japan--a Hermit Kingdom detached from the real world and led by delusional maniacs, an economic and social basket case sustained by "foreign" aid so as to not lose military bases. My office was a 100 feet in the air, closer to God the better, "Time and money don't do you a bit of good until you spend them." 3.0 grains 700x with a 158 grain .358 SWCBB (ca .38 Special loads with IMR HI-Skor 700x Blog Originally the intent was solely for a discussion forum, but it quickly developed into an extremely informative blog-based site, incorporating firearms news, reviews, and events. All handguns are different, but normally bullets have a bigger impact on accuracy and performance than powders. hodgdon-warning-1. The .38 Special has a case length of 1.155" (29.3mm) while the .357 Magnum has a … It doubles as an excellent pistol target powder for such cartridges as the 38 Special, 45 ACP and many more. The best .357 Sig load recipe CFE Pistol vs Accurate #9 powder test For those out there that are in love with the significantly underrated 357 Sig cartridge I have compiled some test data comparing 2 different powders against each other. Since I have a nearly full 12# keg or 700X, I was hoping to find a good use for it. Its one of the few that is which makes it ideally suited to lower pressure rounds like .38 spec and .380 ACP. Bullet Type Primer. These loads turned in an extreme spread of only 24 fps with Titegroup powder, and Universal reduced velocity spread by more than half compared to the powder shot with semiwadcutter bullets. Note that .38 Special ammunition can also be used in the .357 Magnum. But not every revolver will shoot lead effectively, that's an unfortunate truth. Its not a bad powder but the problem is metering. bullet clocks out at 1,400 fps when duplicated and fired through my 8-3/8″ Smith today. If your loading on a single stage press and weighting every charge it can give real good accuracy. I thought I'd try to load some 158 Gr LSWC for Cowboy action shooting with a .357 casing. His load, using his long-nosed #358429 170-gr. A load of 13.5 grains of H110 with a magnum primer and either the Lee TL-358-158-SWC or the Keith 358-429 is a great performer. It will work great for low level .357 mag loads. The reason my loads for the .357 Magnum levergun are the same as they are for the .357 Magnum sixgun is simply because the whole point is to be able to use the same load in both. Federal Premium American Eagle .357 Magnum 158gr Jacketed Soft Point 50/Box is designed specifically for target shooting, training and practice. )(2009 Note: Some of these loads are from 1996 and in the passing years the powder companies have reduced their maximum loads particularly ones that have been around a long time like Unique. Try loading your .38 bullet a little long, also the 147 grain bullet is a long bullet with no crimp groove, and they work well in the Win 92 and .357 Marlin. Rooster Cogburn. ive used it but not much anymore. check out the. For .357: 150gr SWC Bullseye 4.6gr = 772fps, 7.0gr = 1114fps 160gr RN cast bullet: Bullseye 4.9gr = 821fps, 6.9gr = 1119fps If using a Dillion press and a coarse flake powder like Unique, Clays, Blue Dot, 700X, check your drops if < 3.0gr of powder. Powder "I'll help you down the trail and proud to!" Find what you need in four easy steps. These loads have for the most part replaced the heavy and hard hitting 180 grain loadings of old. hodgdon-warning-2. Warning. 700X is all over the place in my local stores, so I'd like to use it if I can since it's so available. It does not meter well. Re: .357 Magnum Load Data « Reply #7 on: August 13, 2016, 03:54:38 PM » I got to sorting through my brass and found that I only have 50 pieces (300 .38 special) of .357 mag brass so I … and upwards to protect the naked base, these metal-based soft lead bullets are splendid. If there is no indication of the starting load, use 15 % lower charge than the listed maximum load as your Yes it works. My favorite load in a .38 case was 4.5 grains of 231 with a Hensley & Gibbs 130 grain SWC. Click "Get Data" to view results. It is based upon Smith & Wesson's earlier .38 Special … Also check out Steve's Gunz for the Win 92 CD and spring kit. .357 Magnum - Manufacturer Loading Data. I don't paint bullets. No soup can is safe. Self-defense It was created by Elmer Keith, Phillip B. Sharpe, and Douglas B. Wesson of firearms manufacturers Smith & Wesson and Winchester.. HP XTP bullets. By Chuck Hawks. By clicking the 'I Agree' button, I understand/accept and will agree to abide by the precautions and warnings outlined below. Select your cartridge type from the drop-down list. Then select your bullet weight, powder manufacturer and powder type. In this installment we move up, not to the heaviest loads, but loads certainly able to handle most tasks and do it with authority without beating us up. Smokeless powder .38 Spl. I can excuse that in a powder thats a bit slower burning like unique but when a guy is only putting 2 grains of powder in a case and its varying a half a grain thats a big difference. The loads are not updated yearly.) The first .357 Magnum loads from Winchester used large primers and clocked over 1,500 fps using the Sharpe bullet that’s based on the Keith bullet. Sacred cows are always fair game. My most-used load these days in a .357 Magnum sixgun is the Lyman #358156GC bullet over 14.0 grains of #2400. I ran a number of these loads through my GP 100 and my old Mod 28. check out the. I have just recently decided to start reloading .38 Special and .357 Magnum for my Ruger Vaquero. Howdy Cy, 357 magnum and light load just don't sound right. I too use 700X a lot and find it is most consistent at the lower end of the data table. Loads for .357 Magnum: (Note: These are near maximum loads, you should use 10% less to start. Moderator Emeritus / Trusted loob groove dealer, Vintage Boxes - Gear, Shell, Case, Primer, Group Buys Design, Active , Waiting and Archives, Closed Buys/Waiting for delivery/in shipment, If this is your first visit, be sure to Powder Bul Weight C.O.L. I usually test bullets first in any new pistol to find a projectile that it prefers using a powder generally recognized as suitable for that cartridge and bullet weight. always start developing your load by using the starting load according to the loading data. loads today have a limit of 17,000 p.s.i., whereas the .357 Magnum's is 35,000. Fun to shoot in a revolver and fun to shoot in a rifle too.