Support small. rifle shoots bullets heavier and longer than 250 grains depends on the rate of its rifling twist. Please note: The Classic Lee Loader neck . Lack of expansion on game is one criticism of some .44 bullets. The next step up, the full-power hunting load, is just that. Comfortable load to shoot, accurate, very dirty, low pressure signs. At the basic level, we're talking loads that run at .44 Special or .45 ACP pressure levels. Scott Rupp and Richard Nance correct some common shooting advice. rifle can be usedfrom plinking to hunting. The variety of available bullet weights and styles make the .44 Mag. simple easy to use.I can reload anywhere ! As an additional comparison, I loaded a jacketed 240 grain hollow point into the redhawk because this was the "standard" much like using the 158 gr in the 357 was. And having loaded them, how quickly will you be shooting them? I have loading data in my reloading logbooks dating back to 1976. As a result, you'll find an easy consensus on diameters: jacketed at .429 inch and lead at .430 inch. Get a copy of their booklet and check this powder out. Maybe 1.5 gr. 1,200 fps. May not work so well in yours . Wt. Back when I was loading on a single-stage press, I thought I'd have to stand on the handle to size some cases or use a length of pipe for extra leverage. To prevent exposure, do not alter the product by welding, grinding, etc. 32 S&W Long (Cowboy Action) 32-20 Win. What was significant was that he was first, and he was a thorough experimenter who learned from his mistakes. However, if such loads are fired in large quantities, many guns will loosen, develop cylinder end-shake or show some form of premature wear. from my slightly softer than #2 Lyman alloy. Jacketed bullets create a bit more wear on the rifling, but it's better than trying to wire brush out a bunch of lead build up. The .44 Magnum offers a practical blend of power, weight, recoil and performance. Be sure to lubricate the casing but dont over lubricate because it will cause issues with resizing. I have however used the Ranch Dog 432-300GC in a 44 MAG . 680 IS THE SCARRY PERFORMER. Loading the bullet LONG, using a gas check, crimping in the crimp groove giving greatest OAL, ahead of 21.5 grs of H110 makes for a great hunting load. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. If the bullet makes the loaded round too long, it will not feed through the action. Some great .44 Mag bullets, left to right: the 240-grain Oregon Trail, Berry 285, Oregon Trail 300 Truncated Cone and 310 True Shot. It is primarily a pistol powder but has some application in rifles. - - - Below, are two loaded rounds. Unless the powder manufacturer specifies a magnum primer, I stick with standard primers. Brian considers the Speer Deep Curl SP in 240- and 270-grain weights excellent choices for field and general-purpose use in the .44 Magnum. He next suggested stretching the .44 Special case from 1.165 to 1.285 inches and make it a magnum, then committed S&W to offer the sixgun. Principal Purpose: Magnum shotshell loads, 10, 12, 16, 20 and 28 ga. Previously, I have loaded CCI 350 Large Pistol Magnum primers to shoot the Enforcer/Speer load and Hornady 200-grain XTP loaded with 2400. Here is some powder company links for your convenience. Hodgdon's load data for the .44 Spl. Go Back. The Smith & Wesson .44 Magnum (later known as the Model 29) was an evolution of the Hand Ejector revolvers. Handloading the .44 is straightforward; about the only extra step I take is to trim cases every so often. It is what everyone aspires to load and shoot. If I feel the need for serious velocity, I load N-105, but I reserve it for Rugers-- Super Blackhawks, Redhawks, Super Redhawks. Learn from CBA members that have been casting their entire life. Remember that all data was safe at the . While I've been loading the .44 Magnum for many years, I have not spent as much time loading the heavyweights as others have. Loading the .44 Magnum to full-power levels is what everyone has looked toward for decades. N-350 is a moderate-speed powder that you can use to get to 1,300 fps and beyond (but not much beyond). Unable to add item to List. Taurus TX22 Competition .22 LR Match Pistol: Review, 6 Great Revolver Cartridges for Carry and Home-Defense Applications, KelTec P50 Blowback Semiauto 5.7x28mm Pistol, Taurus G3XL EDC Compact 9mm Pistol: First Look, Springfield Armory SA-35 9mm Pistol: Improved Browning Hi-Power Clone, Taurus G3c Striker-Fired No-Safety Pistol: Review, Self-Defense Handgun Training: Haley Strategic 2-2-4-2-2 Skills Drill for Speed, SIG Sauer P365 XL Pistol Holster Fitment: DeSantis Gunhide Uni-Tuk, Smith & Wesson Model 350 Hunting Revolver In .350 Legend, First Look: Federal .30 Super Carry Pistol Cartridge. If a particular gun is prone to leading, switching to a gas check design will usually correct that issue. Life and Death ! Accurate. Most S&W revolvers produced from 1955 through 1989 feature throats of around .431 to .433 inch, the same dimension found on almost all Ruger revolvers. Join Date: August 8, 2013. The .44 Magnum uses large pistol primers. The bullet performed as expected but it didn't really prove anything as a broken neck would have resulted from anything heavier than a .38 Special due to shot placement. Our 6195 members have posted 87190 times in 5911 discussions. The bullet at right is a commercial version that features a larger meplat and shorter nose, but it fails to offer the same level of accuracy. I have a deep respect for its usefulness and many virtues. First to compete with S&W was Great Western Arms with its SAA pattern Frontier Model .44 Magnum in early 1956. 80) and designed a modern cast bullet that would become known as the Lyman 429421, which in solid form weighed 250 grains. However, it seems to me like you could make a damn nice .44 Mag lever gun round with this bullet. I do NOT have any pressure tested data. I shoot it in the 445 SM and it romps on the NEI 310 design. My favorite load of all in the .44 mag is the following: The RCBS 250K, a Federal 155 primer, and HS-6 powder. 2023 Outdoor Sportsman Group. I make sure the cases are clean and not cracked, and I load them. References: Accurate Arms Co. 1996 Reloading booklet - - Alliant Powder Co. Reloaders' Guide (1995) - - Hodgdon's Basic Reloaders Manual (1996) - - Speer Reloading Manual, #12 - - Winchester Reloading Components Manual, 14th edition - - Lyman Piston & Revolver Reloading Handbook, 2nd edition. The top-end loads are for those who wish to hunt the biggest game for which they have the nerve. While I have used this bullet for hunting, with success, shooting steel with it has provided more trophies. Originally loaded with 40 grs. You can learn to shoot a revolver accurately with such loads. The ammo case is made from Nickel Plated Brass. This load will chrono right around 1100 fps from an old model SBH and just a bit slower from my 629. It seemed to do the best for me with 21 grains of H-110 . Data can be searched by cartridge name, powder name, and bullet weight. The 4.5 grain load is accurate in several revolvers. It does great on bowling pins. Clays, Universal, HP38, HS6, HS7, Lil'Gun, H4227 and H4895 are products of Hodgdon Powders. The only problem with shooting 200-grain bullets that fast is that they do not mesh with the Model 94s open sights. Lee Loader is a complete reloading system, kit includes everything needed to reload 44 Magnum, except wood or plastic mallet. JSP, (WC= WadCutter, SWC= Semi-WadCutter,FP=Flat Point, HP= Hollow Point, RN= Round Nose), SP=Soft Point, (JHP= Jacketed Hollow Point and if GC indicated, means Gas Check at bottom of lead bullet). Lyman says that 18.5 of Blue Dot will give me between 900 and 1,000 and 19.0 of 2400 will as well. If you have a lightweight .44 or older gun, you may want to start with 1.0 gr. In spite of a broad selection of factory loads, handloads can further increase its accuracy and versatility. (Note: These are near maximum loads, you should use 10% less to start.) Use cases that are of one lot number and trimmed to a uniform length. It is an outstanding choice for many field applications. The Bullseye load is very accurate with no recoil. Since everyone was trying to load to the maximum, there was little data except for slow-burning powders. produced a 1.85" three-shot group with Hornadys 200-grain XTP bullet at 50 yards, and a Lyman receiver sight allowed the author to place the bullets closer to point of aim (left). So do not try to equal factory full-power ammo while loading with Bullseye or other fast-burning powders. Aug 5, 2013. of little gun" Now if it quits raining on Sat, or Sun. Note: 20.0gr might get you another 50 fps. Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2021. DATA IS CORRECT FOR THE 44 MAG THOUGH, JUST I BRAINFARTED WITH 296 AND 680. 11FS, Hodgdon H-110, LilGun, Ramshot Enforcer, Alliant Power Pro 300MP, etc. Six one-handed full-power .44 Magnum shots later (with no hearing protection), he zipped the 4-inch M29 back into the case and left. Hodgdons Clays, Titegroup and Universal and Alliants Unique, Red Dot and Green Dot are all good choices. Loading data for full-power 240s is easy to find. - I assume that's for a non-button nose. Three revolvers were selected as test guns. All handload data contained herein is within industry pressure guidelines and is suitable for all revolvers in good condition. This kit can also reload the 44 Special, you will need to obtain 44 Special load data and appropriate powder scoop. Please let us know how this works out as a hunting bullet for your deer. Bug out bag ! And due to its power and the need for top-quality construction in the firearm, there were few fly-by-night manufacturers who made .44 Magnum handguns. This product is from a small business brand. The comparison or power between the 357mag and the .44 mag was significant. Use a magnum primer with 296. I reserve the hottest 240 loads and all the heavier bullet-weight loads for Rugers. Hodgdon's Universal, HP6, HP7 and HP38 are good powders for this cartridge. All right are Reserved Reload Ammo, Reloading The .45 ACP (Automatic Colt Pistol). According to Noody, the bullets are made with a series of sharp points on the rim of the jackets mouth around a deep hollow cavity in its core. If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. Lee Precision 44 Mag Load. 3.7 grains 560fps, 4.0 grains 623 fps, 4.5 grains 660 fps. In its current full-power guise, the .44 Magnum pushes a 240-grain bullet to 1,200 fps, for a 288 PF. However, this bullet measures .430 inch in diameter and may not fit into the throats of recently manufactured Smith & Wesson revolvers that feature throats of .429 inch. Starline cases were used exclusively and full-length sized using Reddings Dual Ring carbide die, which along with other advantages results in longer case life. It was a ten point white tail buck. Data in my reloading logbooks dating back to 1976 SM and it romps on the rate of its rifling.. 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