Not only is this excellent accuracy, it is a significant increase in muzzle velocity. If handgun hunting is your thing, or you want to carry a revolver for protecting from four-legged predators in the wild, the FTX bullet doesnt provide as much benefit as it does in a rifle. You can add Hodgdon Lil'Gun for heavier bullet in the .357 Magnum. Powders.). July 31, 2021. Any of the recommendations here are spot on, but I will say I've always used Unique and 2400 for .357's, buy it by the 4lb container, never had issues with metering, but I'm sure it depends on the powder measure your using. Bestseller No. KE4GWE - - - - - - Colt 1860, it just, kids that hunt and fish dont mug old ladies. In these, I like to load a 130 grain lead flat point bullet over a charge of 700X that shoots to point of aim. This morning I shot my first 357mag handloads in my Ruger GP-100. But it may depend on your definition of 'full power'. Is a VERY GOOD powder for mid range .357 loads but would opt out on this one for hotter personal defense loads or hunting ammo . Any .357 Magnum revolver Problem is I am using 125 gn flat nose Berry's (plated) bullets. . with unavoidable grey area. Handloading also lets you utilize a vast library of .38 Special loads, one of the .357s biggest perks. 357 caliber. For me, I use 231 for light plinkers in .357 mag with 125 grain cast bullets. The loads are not updated yearly. I'll be picking some up in 2 weeks. Trail Boss is an awesome powder for loading the 158 grain semiwadcutter to moderate magnum levels, retaining good performance and fun without inducing arthritis. for quite some time. Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, State Agency: For Unique and Winchester 231 seem to be two common powders that show up under both calibers in the Hornady reloading manual. Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife, State Agency: of Bullseye alot as a . Cowboy Action Shooting .357 load. Cartridge Use & HistoryThe .357 Smith & Wesson Magnum, .357 S&W Magnum, .357 Magnum, or 933mmR as it is known in unofficial metric designation, is a smokeless powder cartridge with a .357-inch (9.07 mm) bullet diameter. and H-110, W296 and Hercules 2400 powders excellent for maximum loads Nevada Department of Wildlife, State Agency: You can try bowling pin shooting or metallic silhouette. But if you dont want to buy a new gun to try them out, you can get by with the .357 magnum. South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks, State Agency: It is a special powder developed for Cowboy Action Shooters using lead bullets. Full copper plated bullets are a good idea for .357 loads instead of plain lead. engine block. So many options, so little experience! I also want to reload .38's with it. Reloading Scale, Powder Scale for Reloading, 1500 Grains X 0.1 Gn, Digital Powd. .38 Special +P loads make For most of my big-bore sixgun loads I use straight wheelweights for loads under 1,100 fps; however, with the smaller diameter .357 Magnum bullets I prefer a harder alloy and normally mix lead and type metal in equal amounts. This year, H&R announced an expansion of its AR-15 lineup, bringing additional "retro" models to the market, including a 9 mm Luger-chambered Colt SMG clone, an M16A2-styled rifle and the carbine-size 723. Not bad for jacketed either, but wont launch em near as fast as 2400 or H110. Federal Centerfire Primers. Copyright. A comparatively fast burning powder with a burn rate about the same as Winchester 231 and Alliant Red Dot. Subscribe To GUNS Magazine. Super clean burning. There is also the issue of lead vapor to breathe if on an indoor range. Safety Warning: Andy C is an experienced shooter and handloader. But you can download a .357 magnum to get a round that still has the powerful feel but is a little less harsh on the hands. Like Jimbo said you'll do better with two powders than one. Its not exact practice, but it wont bankrupt you to shoot them weekly. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Free shipping for many products! JHP, 125 gr. (Cowboy Action) 44 Russian (Cowboy Action) 44 S&W Special (Cowboy Action) 44-40 Win . (Photo: Andy C). I have probably tried a little of every thing and I seem like Titegroup a little better than any other pistol powder that I have used. This powder has a low bulk density so it fills the case well to reduce free space in the same way as Trail Boss. North Dakota Game & Fish Department, State Agency: All entries must be received by giveaway end date. More details in the thread in Tech Support for those who are interested. No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. 38 Special - +P 125 Grain SJHP - Remington HTP - 500 Rounds - Best Low Recoil 38 Special Ammo. I'm just looking to load plinking rounds. I'm just putting together a short list to get me going. I have found Winchester W231 I have the Lyman reloading manual. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Of course, you can now get .357 Magnum power in the same package, but the recoil and muzzle blast are intimidating enough that many who own the mini magnums stoke the chambers with +P .38 loads. Contest open to U.S. residents only. The .357 Sig handloads could have been loaded even hotter. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Pennsylvania Game Commission, State Agency: of muzzle energy. JavaScript is disabled. It would be great if I could also use it for .44 mag and .44 special. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. grain bullets are the top choices for personal defense against "bad For the .357 mag I load hard cast bullets at full power (1,250 fps +/-) mostly using 2400 and AA#9. For the 140 grain JHP the JSP, .357 with JHP, .357 with JSP. I'll load a few trips to the range worth and see how it goes. If you enjoy the forum please consider supporting it by signing up for aNES Membership The benefits pay for the membership many times over. Several of these can also be used in rifle cartridges, so its good to have be driven to a MV of 1005 fps by 8.8 grains of HS6 powder, or 1142 fps Theres not a whole lot under the size of a deer that cant be taken using some .357 Magnum load. 10 gauge. Every cowboy needs a revolver. Rottiejake said: I'm caught up with all my loads except .357 mag. California Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth. They list Titegroup for .357 mag with a 158 gr XTP. Reloading bench, featuring the very reloadable .357. Berry does not recommend running these over 1250 FPS, but all the 357 mag base loads are above 1250 FPS. $175.00. John Wootters questions as to whether or not the .357 Magnum was a rifle cartridge is pretty much the same conclusion I came to many years ago. You find load data for cartridges in caliber .357 Magnum with all common powders and bullets by clicking the "Loads in this caliber" button above. Wyoming Game & Fish Department, State Agency: Today, you can take your pick of outstanding hollowpoint or expanding-point bullets. You can get some rounds with wallop from a manufacturerbut itll cost you. Hornady XTP HP's is Accurate Arms #9 powder. A 50-ft target with the .357 Blackhawk using 158-grain cast flatpoints with 7.0 grains of Unique. Bullseye is also good in .38 Special. Some of the components John uses for the .357 Magnum for leverguns. Sounds like you used a standard primer. Box 488, Escondido, CA 92033. Reloading Manual shows that 13.9 grains of H110 will drive Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. . I have used Red Dot, Promo, W-231, HP-38, Titegroup, & Unique. use hot loads). Optimal accuracy? (II) Limit one (1) entry per household; multiple entries will disqualify entrants. I also like to load a 148 grain wadcutter with Autocomp, and find its superbly accurate with more thump but better range to 50 yards. Any thoughts? Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Agency: field (against large predators). HP38 is a spherical powder that is great for low velocity and mid-range target loads in the .38 Special, .44 Special, and 45 ACP. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Also, started with SP Magnum primers and had about 10 % misfires and unburned powder in lighter loads. South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: HP-38. The revolver has fallen out of favour in Bullseye but it still makes a great centrefire gun, and one of handgunnings most accurate loadsthe 148 grain hollow based wadcutter with Bullseye powdersaw most of its use here. I use a good bit of Titegroup in .380, 9mm, .40 and .45ACP. same bullets to a MV of 1409 fps. Then use whatever you can find cheap for 38 special right now. I dont worry about the power factor much because CAS threshold is so low, its not worth the tiny savings in recoil against having to compensate for a two inch high point of impact. 3) Would it be more efficient to just buy components for my .357 handloading? I'm off to a slow start because I have other things going on, but I should be ready to rock real soon. I'm a little OCD when it comes to reloading and just have to try everything so I can see what the differences are. As most revolver cartridges fade further into obscurity every year, the .357 continues to have new life breathed into it by ammunition companies and gun manufacturers who recognize the demand for this venerable cartridge. Available in 1 lb., 4 lb. When Im researching guns and I find myself in that fevered moment where I must have a new treasure, my most common check against excess is a simple mental test: 1) Is it going to do anything my .357 Magnums wont do? for the magnum pistol loads and for rifle. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. 231 is fine for a 38 load but not slow enough for a full house 357. 2400, CFE Pistol, BE-86, Power Pistol, Sport Pistol. All of these bullets (below) can be used successfully in the .357 Magnum rifle MV is 1360 fps and the ME is 575 ft. lbs. I've been loading a 180gr. MLittle. Alliant Powder Reload Recipes. with 125 and 158 Gr Lead or Coated Lead Bullets. Box 502795, San Diego, CA 92150-1377. Free shipping for many products! & Wesson as the world's most powerful handgun cartridge. One of my favorite heavy bullets is the 200-gr. CCI primers. Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. A shooter using the .357 must limit himself to broad-side shots on deer. If you find your way down to Rod & Gun of New Bedford Sunday you can try some of my .38 loads. Winchester Rifle Primers. These two have always worked best for me. A forum community dedicated to Ruger firearm owners and enthusiasts. Contest void where prohibited by law. JHP makes an excellent short barrel load. Illinois Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: davestarbuck posted this 06 December 2010. For hotter .357 Magnum loads, any of the Hornady 158-grain jacketed bullets (hollow points, flat points, and full metal jacket flat points) work superbly well with 15.7 . +1 on Hellbents slant on Titegroup in the .357 . That's with magnum primers. The benefits of this are twofold. , to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. I've found it to be a good all around powder for most straight wall handgun cartridges. Find a book that lists loads for the bullet you will use. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. and Hodgdon HS-6 powders excellent for low and medium velocity loads Reloading booklet Alliant Powder Co. Reloaders Guide (1995) Hodgdons Switch to jacketed bullets in the .357 Magnum levergun and things get really interesting. I need to pick up projectiles for 38 and 357 for a 357 Ruger Revolver and a Rossi lever. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. .357 Magnum hunting loadout. I agree with @Knob Creek on the clays though. The faster it burns after ignition, the less unburnt powder and "muzzle flash" on shorter-barreled guns, and quicker velocity attainment on longer-barreled ones. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. I'll get there and with everyone's help here I think things will go fairly well. I highly recommend using 2 different powders to achieve the best results or those 2 very different rounds. Left to right: 160 gr. Being used to SD of 12 for precision rifle I was taken back to see SD in the 50's for some of 357 Mag loads. 07-24-2009, 06:32 PM #12. claybird. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. 28 gauge. )(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. The .357 remains the best selling of Mine were tested with a 2 3/4" Ruger . If you do use Titegroup, be aware that it is a particularly compact powder. And the .45 Schofield cowboy loads recorded lower velocities than expected but delivered excellent accuracy. The famous .357 Magnum, For smaller game, Ive stuffed a 90-grain lead bullet into a case over a slight charge of Bullseye for a quiet, soft-shooting round that has taken many rabbits, squirrels and grouse by headshot. Due to different barrel lengths, type of bullet, seating depth, primer type and other factors, you may not get near the FPS charted. Fast Pistol Powder: Accurate #2 (My Favorite) Accurate #2 is an interesting powder in that it is one of the rare "low density" spherical powders. So, youll need a .357 magnum firearm and a reloading press to really enjoy the cartridge. (I) Giveaway ends May 31, 2023. Neither The High Road nor any of its directors, members, managers, employees, agents, vendors, or suppliers will be liable for any direct, indirect, general, bodily injury, compensatory, special, punitive, consequential, or incidental damages including, without limitation, lost profits or revenues, costs of replacement goods, loss or damage to data arising out of the use or inability to use this forum or any services associated with this forum, or damages from the use of or reliance on the information present on this forum, even if you have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Hornady jacketed over 5gr. Jul 22, 2015. It's awful hard to beat a powder like 296. They claim it is position insensitive but, I am not buying that. In the .357 for heavy loads I have come to love Hodgdon's Lil'Gun w/magnum primers. (II) Limit one (1) entry per household; multiple entries will disqualify entrants. Customer experience was, and still is, the primary focus, a key to the firms longevity and success. I have gotten the best results/grouping with all three using 18 grains of 300MP with Hornady 158 grain XTP's. Contest void where prohibited by law. Powders .) By focusing on using it for multiple roles, you can save a lot on organization and components, not to mention guns, and youre not likely to miss a beat in efficiency or enjoyment. 357 Armour Piercing(no longer legal or available), 160 gr. The Hornady 140 grain FTX bullet is different from other 357 jacketed bullets a couple of important points need to be made right off: Cases will need to be trimmed to 1.240" instead of the usual 1.290". No you will not. Hodgdon Smokeless Powder. First time using lead cast bullets. Imostly stay with gas check bullets in all .357 Magnum loads simply because they seem to shoot a lot more accurately. full loads. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. Maryland Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. ETA: Nevermind. Recipe. Winchester Smokeless Ball Powder. New York Department of Environmental Conservation, State Agency: I don't want to blow myself up right away. The reason I moved to Alliant Power Pro 300MP was I was impressed with what I read about it and have found it to be very clean burning, relatively low muzzle flash, accurate and can get a 150 to 250 more fps while still keeping well within the SAAMI 35,000 psi limit. Just remember, in .357 Magnum, some powders can be too fast. The versatility of loads for the .357 cartridge means that it excels as an all-purpose handgun round, suitable for just about every shooting activity imaginable: For recreational shooting, full-tilt .357 Magnum loads are pretty intense for extended sessions on both the hands and the wallet out of most revolvers. By FortuneCookie45LC. In Cowboy Action Shooting, 45 Colt guns are popular for authenticitys sake, but .357 guns are more practical from a cost standpoint. When using W231/HP38 in .357 magnum loads, you essentially build loads which can be fired in a .357 magnum as opposed to true full power actual .357 magnum ammunition. The .38 Special has a Max pressure of 17,000 PSI whereas the .357 Magnum can go as high as 35,000 PSI. SWC+GC, 160 gr. I just checked my powders, and I have way too much Bullseye, and only a fair amount of 2400. My most-used load these days in a .357 Magnum sixgun is the Lyman #358156GC bullet over 14.0 grains of #2400. can be cranked up a bit in velocity with jacketed bullets for a flatter trajectory in longer-distance shooting and hunting small . I don't have any Titegroup right now or I would try it. Here's a subsonic load in the 357 Magnum utilizing a 158 grain moly coated RN cast lead bullet and HS-6 powder at the rangeHS-6 is not one of the more popular powders, but it has good use in all the Magnum pistol calibers as well as the 9mm, 40 and 45. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. The heavy 158-180 grain bullets are the Cheers! The four most common for magnum .357 loads would probably be Alliant 2400, Alliant #9, Hodgdon H110, Winchester W-296. 6 shots and point the muzzle upwards before each shot across a chronograph and 6 shots with the muzzle pointed down over the same chronograph. I just use a minimum charge of 15gr of 296 with 158gr coated lead bullets. 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. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. It is just my opinion based on my experience and knowledge. Hodgdon - 700-X. The armor piercing round was What should the discerning collector look for in a potential buy? These are good full power hunting loads. a slower burning powder, I suggest H-4227, LilGun, W-296,2400, HS6 or No. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. May not be the 'best' for all of them, but I've used it for .32 H&R Mag, 9mm, .38 Spl, .357 Mag, 45 ACP, and .45 Colt all with decent acceptable results. I have been working up some loads for my 357's (686 6", 27 5", and 28 4") using Alliant Power Pro 300MP. Minnesota Deptartment of Natural Resources, State Agency: My ammo doesn't only go in S&W firearms, there are a few other brands that I have so, I have to watch what I reload. No purchase necessary. Any suggestions? It would (just) make major from a 6" barrel back when a 6 shot .357 could still be somewhat competitive in USPSA revolver class. A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. rules basically demand a .45 ACP moonclip gun, but in IDPA the speedloader-fed .357 magnums are alive and well. Your trying to do what I was trying to do for a whole year. Something that might not handle a double charge even from it. This same load is awesome in Marlin lever guns, but you might have to modify your bullet a bit depending on what you shoot; Ive seen some Ubertis that didnt care for the rounded flatpoint bullet profile. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. It has great guns in current production, with various styles (you can even get a .357 magnum 1911!) To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. On the other hand, 16.2 16 gauge. rickyd.41Mag said: HP 38/W231 is my most widely used powder. Contest void where prohibited by law. 7. cartridges. The next powder is meant for magnum cartridges using heavy bullets. Load data is available for 9mm Luger, .38 Super Auto, .38 Special, .357 Magnum, .40 S&W, .44 S&W Special, .44 Remington Magnum, .45 ACP and . It has been my favorite .357Mag load for 40+yr. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. Mississippi Deptartment of Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks, State Agency: Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. Basic Reloaders Manual (1996) Speer Reloading Manual, #12 Winchester When I began (starting with .38's), I picked up a pound of Hodgdon 'Universal Clays'. Theres load data for pretty much all of them in 38 special. For the 158 grain JHP the MV The minimum charge of WW296 (H-110 same stuff ) Winchester used to publish in the re-loading pamphlet was 14.5gr and SP Magnum primer, under a 158gr SWC. Not only is this excellent accuracy, it is a . An area where the .357 Magnum is under appreciated is hunting. Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection, State Agency: Hand loading self-defense ammo isnt recommended so well table that, but you can load up practice rounds that can approximate your chosen self-defense loads. But in those three disciplines, the .357s potential is going untapped, you could argue. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. (I) Giveaway ends April 30, 2023. length article about the .357 Magnum can be found on the Handgun Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. Epic 22 Pocket Pistol: The Beretta 71 Jaguar. No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. I'm old school though , been loading since mid eighties , haven't tried the newer powders on the market. It gives the same or better velocities than Hodgdon's H110 and Wichester's Win296 (which are the same powder and either would be my second choice with Herc 2400 coming in third) at about 2/3 the pressure. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. There certainly is no argument when using a .357 Magnum levergun. You need a faster powder for the .38 and you do for the .357. We try 2 different powders, Hodgdon Lilgun and Alliant 300-MP. (1995) Numerous magazine articles on reloading special calibers and Iowa Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: The .357 Magnum: Most Versatile Handgun Round Ever? Some loads use bullets of .358 for jacketed and .359 for lead. In the late 1970s, leverguns chambered in .357 Magnum began appearing. Will you get good performance out of both calibers? Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries, State Agency: Accuracy can be greatly refined through reloading, though I would go factory for self defense. Trail Boss is an awesome powder for loading the 158 grain semiwadcutter to moderate magnum levels, retaining good performance and fun without inducing arthritis. It is not the best for all things, but it will work in just about any pistol caliber! I'd be happy with 1300 or 1400. Jul 7, 2011. Here are the features to watch out for. FPS) (unless at least using a Gas Check) (with pure lead wadcutters, do not While the Colt Model 601 was the first AR-15 to be mass-produced, there were several design variations that came before during the platform's development. 231,100% burnt at 1.85 inches of barrel length. Life is worth living make every minute of every day count for you. Copyright 2023 National Rifle Association, Women On Target Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. 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Not that a single charge would or could be bad, but, because it is so dense, combine that with say, your favorite Glock 22 with a heavy bullet and nowyou are going to have a problem. But, this isn't the best powder for 900 f/s loads. Head to the range this week with American Rifleman staff as they discuss a trim little repeater from Savage Arms that comes chambered for the .22 WMR cartridge. I've considered H110, but didn't know if it would be a good "all around" powder. revolver barrel. personal loads where noted. H110 and 296 require Magnum primers and like to be loaded at the upper end. Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: amounts listed above (but not where it says start load), and work up to the Now this rifle is ready for use by several generations of our family. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if required) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. Like Marc said, I'd want data specific to your bullet. Contest void where prohibited by law. I keep my loads to 1,100 FPS in the .357 magnum w/ cast bullets. I prefer the Unique or Universal as Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: GUNS Magazine, Altor Pistols, P.O. HP38 is probably as fast as I would go, but in my case, 10.1 grs. Follow the reloading manuals precisely. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. .357 Magnum factory Figure 3. I can't claim to have developed these - just use them as my go to loads. Heavy Is Accurate. I'm not looking at any manuals , so hard for me to say what FPS , but for a 158 gr pill as you had asked about , maybe 1100 to 1150 .?? I'll admit they're a little stout, but still fun to shoot. Firearms dont get much more iconic than John Moses Brownings legendary Auto-5 semi-auto shotgun, affectionately called the Humpback for its distinctive drop at the rear of the receiver. IMR Smokeless Powder - Rifle. other. I use both bullseye and 231 for 38 special. Try this load out for yourself and after fixing up your sights, youll likely be impressed by the groups it can produce. Shooters have been arguing for nearly 85 years as to whether the .357 Magnum is suitable for use on deer. 2) Am I likely to shoot it more often than my .357s? To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Gregory, just to give you an idea about Unique, I have loaded 357 mag with a 158 jacketed round to 7.5 grains using Winchester primers. I use 4.2 grs. 0 Comments. Like they say, this is close enough for government work. For hard cast work up to no more than 6.7grs max Winchesters data, However, load them in the Henry Big Boy and we pick up 375 fps and 250 fps respectively. New. Then theres Bullseye. Arkansas Game & Fish Commission, State Agency: Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. 3. I think I'll start with Unique. A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. I also wanted a better finish than the plain stained buttstock and forearm so I had Milt put a real finish on the wood. will drive those bullets to a MV of 1217 fps. This is a good load. An alternative is the Buffalo Bore 180-grain hard-cast. Bullseye, 100% burnt at 2.56 inches of barrel length. It has shot superbly in S & W "N"-frames of 4, 5, and 6".. and also in a Marlin M1894SC .357Mag . Take it from a guy that chased for the holy grail of powder to do both well for over a yearjust buy two different powders. vtducrider said: Not looking for full power 357mag loads. I love it because of how well it meters in my Dillon powder measure. (Photo: Andy C). The .357 Magnum is probably the most widely-used revolver cartridge today, managing to thrive in an era where the wheelguns and associated cartridges are growing scarce.
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