Reload Survey Archives: Page 11

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627 Entries compiled as of 8/24/2000.

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Name: Jimmy Ballew Sat 9 Sep 2000 - 03:46:51 pm E-Mail Address: jballew@cswnet.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 2000-3000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 30-06 Springfield My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: I prefer full metal jacket Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: John Krasinski Fri 8 Sep 2000 - 07:17:31 pm E-Mail Address: bigjohnk_99@yahoo.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 357 Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 243 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Alliant My preference in bullets is: Remington My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Ruger Black Hawk Caliber: .357 magnum Barrel length: 6 1/2" Powder used: Alliant 2400 Powder weight: 14.5 grs Bullet used: Remington Bullet weight: 158 gr. JHP Comments & Suggestions: Rem. brass, CCI 550s, Most accurate bullet and powder combination I've found for this particular revolver.

Name: Colby R Black Fri 8 Sep 2000 - 03:51:58 pm E-Mail Address: hntahlk@aol.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Other (please list in comments) I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 250-500 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 454 Casull Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 6mm Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions: I reload for economy, several of my guns would be cost prohibitive to buy factory loads. More bangs for my buck. For hobby/pasttime, I enjoy it. Special purpose rounds for each gun.

Name: Larry E. Wissinger Fri 8 Sep 2000 - 08:03:16 am E-Mail Address: bhounds@blazenet.net How I found this site: Through the RKBA Web Ring I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 500-1000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 9mm Luger Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 222 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Alliant My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed hollow points Re-loading Log: I keep a meticulously detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Kimber Ultra Carry Caliber: .45ACP Barrel length: 3" Powder used: Alliant Unique Powder weight: 6.0 grs Bullet used: Speer Bullet weight: 230FMJ Trim to: .890" Cartridge overall length: 1.265" Comments & Suggestions: Nice all-around load. Minimum recoil, muzzle flash, and burns fairly clean. At approx. 895fps, this load can be increased somewhat for better performance. As always, check documentation when doing so.

Name: James Scogin Thu 7 Sep 2000 - 08:56:02 pm E-Mail Address: jscogin@aeramfc.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Hunting only I re-load approximately: less than 250 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 357 Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 7mm Remington Magnum My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: IMR My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Ronald Booker Thu 7 Sep 2000 - 06:09:44 am E-Mail Address: chrisbook@hotmail.com How I found this site: Through the Firearm Web Ring I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 22-250 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Sierra My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Bob Bailey Wed 6 Sep 2000 - 09:20:41 pm E-Mail Address: bbailey@cei.net How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 300 Winchester Magnum My preference in re-loading dies is: Dillon My preference in powder is: Accurate My preference in bullets is: Nosler My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a meticulously detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Ricky Bramlett Wed 6 Sep 2000 - 05:47:13 pm E-Mail Address: rbxtreme@usa.net How I found this site: Don't Remember I re-load: Rifle Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Pistol Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 223 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: Redding My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: Nosler My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Doug Fleeman Wed 6 Sep 2000 - 05:17:42 pm E-Mail Address: redbar37@aol.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 44 Remington Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 30-06 Springfield My preference in re-loading dies is: Redding My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: Sierra My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed hollow points Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: John R Brown Wed 6 Sep 2000 - 11:42:18 am E-Mail Address: rbrown2@hiwaay.net How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 270 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: Hornady My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Hornady My preference in bullet types is: I prefer cast bullets Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: J.R. DEPPEN Tue 5 Sep 2000 - 09:40:45 pm E-Mail Address: deppen@ptd.net How I found this site: Through the Firearm Web Ring I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Hunting and Competition I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 44 Remington Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 300 Winchester Magnum My preference in re-loading dies is: Redding My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Sierra My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed hollow points Re-loading Log: I keep some records This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: REMINGTON SENDERO Caliber: 300 WIN MAG Barrel length: 26" Twist: 1 in 10 Powder used: VV 160 Powder weight: 69.0 grs Bullet used: SIERRA Bullet weight: 190 grs. Comments & Suggestions:

Name: ted reed Mon 4 Sep 2000 - 11:27:54 pm E-Mail Address: heretiff@aol.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Rifle My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: Alliant My preference in bullets is: Other (please list in comments) My preference in bullet types is: I prefer cast bullets Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions: I cast my own bullets. I also load .40,.38,.44

Name: Sgt.kirby,J.W. Mon 4 Sep 2000 - 04:18:28 pm E-Mail Address: jkirby@bright.net How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Rifle Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Competition only I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Pistol Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 308 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: Dillon My preference in powder is: IMR My preference in bullets is: Sierra My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed hollow points Re-loading Log: I keep some records This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Springfield M1A NM Caliber: .308 Win. Barrel length: 20" Twist: 1 in 10 Powder used: IMR-4895 Powder weight: 41.5 grs Bullet used: Sierra Bullet weight: 168 BTHP Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Nic Mon 4 Sep 2000 - 08:20:23 am E-Mail Address: dfh@cloudnet.com How I found this site: Don't Remember I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 9mm Luger Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 444 Marlin My preference in re-loading dies is: Hornady My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Gary Anderson Mon 4 Sep 2000 - 04:24:12 am E-Mail Address: Gkander@swbell.net How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 7.62x39mm My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: Alliant My preference in bullets is: Other (please list in comments) My preference in bullet types is: I prefer cast bullets Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: RICHARD G. REED Sun 3 Sep 2000 - 11:04:44 pm E-Mail Address: rgjreed@hotmail.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Target only I re-load approximately: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Colt (Blackhawk & Contender only) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 30-30 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: Dillon My preference in powder is: Alliant My preference in bullets is: Other (please list in comments) My preference in bullet types is: I prefer cast bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: RUGER BLACKHAWK Caliber: 45 COLT Barrel length: 4 5/8" Twist: 1 in 16 Powder used: UNIQUE Powder weight: 8.0 grs Bullet used: LYMAN Bullet weight: 255 grs. Comments & Suggestions: I CAST WITH LYMAN MOLDS OR I USE CAST BULLETS FROM VARIOUS BULLET CASTERS IN THE AREA.

Name: Dick Allen Sun 3 Sep 2000 - 08:11:10 pm E-Mail Address: DJRefire@aol.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Other (please list in comments) I re-load for: Hunting only I re-load approximately: 500-1000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Colt (Blackhawk & Contender only) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 22-250 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: Hornady My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Hornady My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Ruger 1-V Caliber: 22-250 Barrel length: 24" Twist: 1 in 14 Powder used: WW 760 Powder weight: 42.2 grs Bullet used: Hornady V-Max Molly Bullet weight: 50 grs. Comments & Suggestions: I reload as a hobby and for working up the most accurate loads possible. I am a varmint hunter first and foremost!

Name: charliem Sun 3 Sep 2000 - 03:57:24 pm E-Mail Address: charliem@gci.net How I found this site: Through the RKBA Web Ring I re-load: Pistol Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Target and Competition I re-load approximately: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 357 Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Rifle My preference in re-loading dies is: Dillon My preference in powder is: Vihtavuori My preference in bullets is: Other (please list in comments) My preference in bullet types is: I prefer cast bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a meticulously detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Ruger GP100 Caliber: 357 Mag Barrel length: 4" Powder used: Alliant Blue dot Powder weight: 9.5 grs Bullet used: My cast bullet (wheel weight) Bullet weight: 158gr SWC Gas Check Trim to: 1.285" Cartridge overall length: 1.580" Comments & Suggestions: This load Chrony at a average velocity of 1203 FPS.

Name: john tompkins Sun 3 Sep 2000 - 01:49:50 pm E-Mail Address: jtompkin@sl.lakeheadu.ca How I found this site: Don't Remember I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 9mm Luger Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 270 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Phill Dodds Sun 3 Sep 2000 - 01:53:26 am E-Mail Address: phill_dodds@paradise.net.nz How I found this site: Through the Link Exchange Banner I re-load: Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 2000-3000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: Other (please list in comments) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Rifle My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: Other (please list in comments) My preference in bullets is: Sierra My preference in bullet types is: Other (please list in comments) Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Ruger m77 s/s 308w Caliber: 308 W Powder used: ADI 2205 Powder weight: 19.0 grs Bullet used: Lyman Cast 120gn Bullet weight: 120 RN Comments & Suggestions: ADI Powder, Cast bullets either in 44/40 or 308W

Name: Earl Crane Sat 2 Sep 2000 - 11:34:47 pm E-Mail Address: elcrane@hotmail.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Target only I re-load approximately: 2000-3000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 357 Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 30-30 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Alliant My preference in bullets is: Sierra My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a meticulously detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: ken apple Sat 2 Sep 2000 - 09:04:28 pm E-Mail Address: roadtrash@jps.net How I found this site: Don't Remember I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 30-06 Springfield My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Hornady My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed hollow points Re-loading Log: I keep a meticulously detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: fabrique national mauser Caliber: 30-06 Barrel length: 34" Twist: 1 in 16 Powder used: varget Powder weight: 51.5 grs Bullet used: hornady Bullet weight: 180 hpbt national match Trim to: 2.284" Cartridge overall length: 3.284" Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Tom Shonk Thu 31 Aug 2000 - 10:22:46 pm E-Mail Address: Tshonk222@aol.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Poor/Little Selection of Factory Ammo Available I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 41 Remington Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 222 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: Redding My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Hornady My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Ruger V/T, Pac=Nor barrel Caliber: .220 Swift Improved Barrel length: 26" Twist: 1 in 14 Powder used: Reloader 19 Powder weight: 48.0 grs Bullet used: Hornady Bullet weight: 55 gr. VMax Comments & Suggestions: This is not a load for a standard Swift! Reduce and work up for the AI. Gives 3850fps+ and 0.5

Name: Jerry (fast ppc) LaGesse Thu 31 Aug 2000 - 04:36:42 pm E-Mail Address: ap-gl@juno.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Poor/Little Selection of Factory Ammo Available I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 2000-3000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 22 PPC My preference in re-loading dies is: Redding My preference in powder is: Alliant My preference in bullets is: Sierra My preference in bullet types is: Other (please list in comments) Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Ruger no. 1 Caliber: .22 ppc Barrel length: 24" Twist: 1 in 12 Powder used: alliant RL 12 Powder weight: 29.2 grs Bullet used: sierra /nosler Bullet weight: 50gr Comments & Suggestions: this rifle will shoot any 50 gr that i have tried !

Name: thomas Wed 30 Aug 2000 - 05:10:24 pm E-Mail Address: thginch@hotmail.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 9mm Luger Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 270 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Vihtavuori My preference in bullets is: Speer My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: CZ Wed 30 Aug 2000 - 02:49:41 pm E-Mail Address: cz75b_9mm@hotmail.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target and Competition I re-load approximately: 2000-3000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 9mm Luger Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 30 M1 Carbine My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Vihtavuori My preference in bullets is: Sierra My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed hollow points Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Greg Walker Tue 29 Aug 2000 - 09:30:31 pm E-Mail Address: walker@hypermax.net.au How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Target and Competition I re-load approximately: 2000-3000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 38 Special (Standard Pressure) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Rifle My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: Winchester My preference in bullets is: Other (please list in comments) My preference in bullet types is: I prefer cast bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: dean allen Sun 27 Aug 2000 - 10:13:54 pm E-Mail Address: dcal@uswest.net How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 2000-3000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 9mm Luger Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 7mm Remington Magnum My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Nosler My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: James M. Wood Sun 27 Aug 2000 - 12:19:55 pm E-Mail Address: woodmike1@compuserve.com How I found this site: Don't Remember I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 2000-3000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 30-06 Springfield My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep some records This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Glock 30 Caliber: .45 ACP Barrel length: 3.75" Twist: 1 in 16 Powder used: Hodgdon's TiteGroup Powder weight: 5.3 grs Bullet used: Nosler Bullet weight: 185 JHP Trim to: .895" Cartridge overall length: 1.225" Comments & Suggestions: Very accurate and soft shooting

Name: Charlie Stevens Sat 26 Aug 2000 - 10:06:25 pm E-Mail Address: chasra@juno.com How I found this site: Through the Link Exchange Banner I re-load: Rifle Reason I re-load: Poor/Little Selection of Factory Ammo Available I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 250-500 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Pistol Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 45-70 Government (lever action rifles) My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Other (please list in comments) My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a meticulously detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: MARLIN 1895 Guide Gun Caliber: 45-70 Barrel length: 18 1/2" Powder used: IMR 3031 Powder weight: 54.0 grs Bullet used: Oregon Trail Laser Cast Bullet weight: 405 gr. FPBB Trim to: 2.105" Cartridge overall length: 2.550" Comments & Suggestions: Hot loads for my rifle are not produced by major manufacturers due to older firearms not being able to handle the 40,000psi. Garrett, Corbon and Buffalo Bore are cost Prohibitive for target shooting for me. Laser Cast makes a super hard cast lead bullet in 405 gr.(also 300, 350 & 500 gr.) at around 24 Brihnell hardness. All I need is penetration, I'm not worried about expansion the diameter is already there. I've anchored my first deer with a 45-70, dropped like a pile of bricks where it stood.

Name: Trevor Bailey Fri 25 Aug 2000 - 05:47:29 am E-Mail Address: valmet@nor.com.au How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 40 Smith & Wesson Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 25-06 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Winchester My preference in bullets is: Sierra My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed hollow points Re-loading Log: I keep a meticulously detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Glock G22 Caliber: 40 S&W Barrel length: 4.5" Powder used: Mulwex AP-90 Powder weight: 5.8 grs Bullet used: Hornady Bullet weight: 180 grs. Comments & Suggestions: Mulwex AP-90 is an Australian Powder

Name: Henry Harada Fri 25 Aug 2000 - 02:55:05 am E-Mail Address: magnum44@ig.com.br How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Target and Competition I re-load approximately: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 30-06 Springfield My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: Other (please list in comments) My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: John Tombleson Thu 24 Aug 2000 - 11:05:53 pm E-Mail Address: tlr@teleport.com How I found this site: Don't Remember I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 40 Smith & Wesson Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 300 Winchester Magnum My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Alliant My preference in bullets is: Nosler My preference in bullet types is: Other (please list in comments) Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions: Preferred bullet types: Rifle: Partition, Pistol Home/Defense: JHC, Pistol Target: FMJ

Name: allen Wed 23 Aug 2000 - 11:56:15 am E-Mail Address: allen1@yahoo.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Rifle and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Hunting only I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Colt (Blackhawk & T/C Contender) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: Other (please list in comments) My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Other (please list in comments) Re-loading Log: I don't keep any records Comments & Suggestions: .348 winchester

Name: J. McKaig Tue 22 Aug 2000 - 06:37:43 pm E-Mail Address: mckaigfamily@juno.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Target and Competition I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 45-70 Government (lever action rifles) My preference in re-loading dies is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: xxero Tue 22 Aug 2000 - 02:15:26 am E-Mail Address: xrs@jahoopa.com How I found this site: Don't Remember I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Other (please list in comments) I re-load for: Target and Competition I re-load approximately: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 38 Special +P Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 22-250 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: 1911 or any +P rated 45 ACP Caliber: 45 ACP Barrel length: 5" Powder used: Hodgdon HS6 Powder weight: 10.0 grs Bullet used: Rem. Bullet weight: 185 JHP Trim to: 0.890" Cartridge overall length: 1.270" Comments & Suggestions: Rated at 1162 fps. Excellent +P defense round. Rem. JHP feeds well in most guns. Found the site through an associate. I reload because I like to produce precision ammo for bench rest and target shooting. Accuracy is part, but it's more about workmanship and precision.

The postings below have been added to the Reload Survey Results
(8/24/2000).

Name: Mark Miles Wed 9 Aug 2000 - 04:06:06 pm E-Mail Address: mark@wspice.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 9mm Luger Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 300 Weatherby Magnum My preference in re-loading dies is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: joe brown Tue 8 Aug 2000 - 08:00:56 pm E-Mail Address: embrown@dreamscape.net How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Rifle Reason I re-load: Other (please list in comments) I re-load for: Hunting only I re-load approximately: less than 250 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Pistol Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 7mm-08 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: No Preference My preference in bullets is: Speer My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed hollow points Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: remington mod. 7 Caliber: 7mm-08 Barrel length: 18 1/2" Powder used: imr4320 Powder weight: 44.0 grs Bullet used: Speer Bullet weight: 115 hp Trim to: 1.285" Cartridge overall length: 1.575" Comments & Suggestions: i am looking for reloading data on internet for this cartridge. can you help? thanyou!!!!

Name: Barton Wood Sun 6 Aug 2000 - 04:16:05 pm E-Mail Address: wbarton@mediaone.net How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 44 Remington Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Rifle My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: Alliant My preference in bullets is: Speer My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Taurus M44 Caliber: 44 Rem Mag Barrel length: 8-3/8" Powder used: Alliant 2400 Powder weight: 23.2 grs Bullet used: Speer Bullet weight: 200 grain Jacketed Trim to: 1.285" Cartridge overall length: 1.575" Comments & Suggestions: This Load is 1,665 FPS an 34,300 PSI WITH FED,150 Large Pistol Primers.

Name: col Sat 5 Aug 2000 - 11:41:28 am E-Mail Address: shirin@fastlink.com.au How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Poor/Little Selection of Factory Ammo Available I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 250-500 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 357 Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 22-250 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: Hornady My preference in powder is: Other (please list in comments) My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Ruger GP-100 Caliber: 357 mag Barrel length: 6" Twist: 1 in 18 Powder used: A D I ap-100 equal to aproximately SR4756 Powder weight: 5.0 grs Bullet used: Hawkesbury River Bullet Co. Bullet weight: 148 gn. D/ End Wad-cutter Trim to: 1.280" Cartridge overall length: 1.290" Comments & Suggestions: I use Australian Defence Industries Powders

Name: ken polovich Tue 1 Aug 2000 - 08:07:39 pm E-Mail Address: kcpolo@aiis.net How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol Reason I re-load: Poor/Little Selection of Factory Ammo Available I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: less than 250 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 7-30 Walters Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Rifle My preference in re-loading dies is: No Preference My preference in powder is: No Preference My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions: I shoot a T/C Contender in 7-30 Waters,I am looking for some specs to go by.

Name: Dusty Mon 31 Jul 2000 - 08:42:38 pm E-Mail Address: Dusty45@juno.com How I found this site: Through the Firearm Web Ring I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Competition only I re-load approximately: less than 250 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Pistol Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 32-20 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: Dillon My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: No Preference My preference in bullet types is: I prefer cast bullets Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: greg vanes Mon 31 Jul 2000 - 10:47:10 am E-Mail Address: wyvanes@hotmail.com How I found this site: Link from another page I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Hunting only I re-load approximately: 250-500 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 375 Winchester Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 7mm Remington Magnum My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Alliant My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: tc contender Caliber: 375 win. Barrel length: 14" Powder used: alliant re7 Powder weight: 34.0 grs Bullet used: hornady Bullet weight: 220 gr. FN Trim to: 2.010" Cartridge overall length: 2.572" Comments & Suggestions: i also reload; 300 win. mag.,308 win., 22-250 rem.

Name: Bryan D. Brinkler Mon 31 Jul 2000 - 10:14:11 am E-Mail Address: buffalo_hunter_99@yahoo.com How I found this site: Link from another page I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: less than 250 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 44 Remington Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 30-30 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Springfield 840 Caliber: 30-30 Barrel length: 26" Powder used: IMR 3031 Powder weight: 28.0 grs Bullet used: Winchester Bullet weight: 180gr. Silvertip Comments & Suggestions: round is used in shooting steel targets at 200 meters and is loaded 1 at a time. 1900 feet per second at 6 feet from muzzle. 99% knock down on up to 83# buffalo or 60# ram

Name: richard donaldson Mon 31 Jul 2000 - 00:54:43 am E-Mail Address: richard.donaldson@marconi.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Rifle Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Hunting only I re-load approximately: less than 250 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Pistol Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 223 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: No Preference My preference in powder is: No Preference My preference in bullets is: No Preference My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Ron Butler Sun 30 Jul 2000 - 09:45:51 pm E-Mail Address: wedunit@nwark.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 250-500 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Colt (Ruger Blackhawk & T/C Contender) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 375 Holland & Holland Magnum My preference in re-loading dies is: No Preference My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Bob Sun 30 Jul 2000 - 02:30:26 pm E-Mail Address: patbob@urec.net How I found this site: Link from another page I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 500-1000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: Other (please list in comments) My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: I have no preferences Re-loading Log: I keep some records This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Ruger 77 Caliber: 220 Swift Barrel length: 24" Powder used: RL 15 Powder weight: 39.0 grs Bullet used: Nosler Bullet weight: 55 Balistic Tip Comments & Suggestions: Got this from in a Shooting Times or Guns and Ammo article years ago .It's hot so be careful.It chrongraphed at 3900 fps with 1/2

Name: bob callsen Sun 30 Jul 2000 - 05:43:38 am E-Mail Address: ginbobc@ccahq.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 500-1000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 357 Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 30 M1 Carbine My preference in re-loading dies is: Hornady My preference in powder is: No Preference My preference in bullets is: Speer My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: E Stites Sat 29 Jul 2000 - 11:17:37 am E-Mail Address: eds85@hotmail.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Poor/Little Selection of Factory Ammo Available I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 250-500 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 38 Super Auto +P Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 6.5x55mm Sweedish Mauser My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: Sierra My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed hollow points Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions: I have found that IMR 4350 works very well in my Husky M38 6.5x55. I would like some info on the .264 Win Mag as I am just starting to load that cartridge (Ruger M77 II ). They made a limited run of 1000 rifles and I was fortunate enough to find one!! Any info RE using H450 would be much appreciated!

Name: Anders LArsson Fri 28 Jul 2000 - 02:19:42 pm E-Mail Address: sm7jrd@algonet.se How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 3000-4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 357 Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 6.5x55mm Sweedish Mauser My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: Vihtavuori My preference in bullets is: Hornady My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed hollow points Re-loading Log: I keep some records This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Ruger GP100 Caliber: .357 Mag Barrel length: 6" Powder used: vithavuori n110 Powder weight: 15.4 grs Bullet used: Hornady Bullet weight: 158 XTP Comments & Suggestions:

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