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Name: Bryan Young Sat 27 May 2000 - 11:03:46 pm E-Mail Address: byoung@rtc-vsat.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 and Hunting I re-load approximately: 2000-3000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Colt (Standard Pressure) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 223 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Hodgdon 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: Lee A. Russ Thu 25 May 2000 - 08:17:10 pm E-Mail Address: LRuss@onecom.com How I found this site: Link from another page 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: 357 Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 22-250 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: Redding My preference in powder is: IMR 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: Matt Senecal Wed 24 May 2000 - 03:45:28 pm E-Mail Address: msenecal@inri.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Rifle Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Target 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: 7.62x39mm My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: No Preference My preference in bullets is: Hornady My preference in bullet types is: I prefer full metal jacket Re-loading Log: I keep a meticulously detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Michael Holt Wed 24 May 2000 - 02:28:49 pm E-Mail Address: michael.holt@gems5.gov.bc.ca How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby 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: 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: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Jamey Wasson Wed 24 May 2000 - 08:37:36 am E-Mail Address: jleswasson@aol.com How I found this site: Just surfed in 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: 500-1000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Pistol Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 300 Ultra Mag My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: Hornady My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions: Am I the only one with a 300 ultra mag and no reloading dies? I can't seem to find dies or load data for it. If any one can help I'd appreciate it.

Name: Shootnchef Tue 23 May 2000 - 01:13:29 pm E-Mail Address: shootnchef@home.com How I found this site: Through the Firearm Web Ring I re-load: Pistol Reason I re-load: Other (please list in comments) I re-load for: Competition only 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: I don't Re-load for Rifle My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: Vihtavuori My preference in bullets is: No Preference 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: Springfield P9 longslide Caliber: 40 cal Barrel length: 5" Powder used: Win. WAP, Nobel SP85 Powder weight: 6.2 grs., 7.45 grs. Bullet used: Canadain BDX Bullet weight: 180g Cartridge overall length: 1.125" Comments & Suggestions: No more WAP so I went to SP83 and found it is close to the same in ballistics

Name: wendell radford Mon 22 May 2000 - 10:48:20 pm E-Mail Address: keyman123@hotmail.com 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: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 500-1000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Pistol Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 220 Swift My preference in re-loading dies is: No Preference My preference in powder is: No Preference My preference in bullets is: Nosler 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: savage 220 swift Caliber: 224 Barrel length: 26" Twist: 1 in 12 Powder used: Acc. 4350 Powder weight: 42.3 grs. Bullet used: Nosler Bullet weight: 60 grain s.b. Trim to: 2.195" Cartridge overall length: 2.767" Comments & Suggestions: With the 60grs.bullets f.p.s. is 3860 max.Allways back off 10% and work your way up. Barnes 53X/w/All.Re.15/39.5 grs.F.P.S. is 4080 MAX. O.A.L.2.680

Name: Mike Daugherty Mon 22 May 2000 - 10:49:19 am E-Mail Address: ddragracer@uswest.net 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 Hunting I re-load approximately: 2000-3000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 357 Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: Other My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: IMR My preference in bullets is: Hornady 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: Weatherby Mark V Caliber: 270 Magnum Barrel length: 26" Twist: 1 in 12 Powder used: IMR 7828 Powder weight: 76.1 grs. Bullet used: Hornady Bullet weight: 140 BTSP Trim to: 2.545" Cartridge overall length: 3.300" Comments & Suggestions: This is a excellent load for target and deer. I have taken 6 nice deer with this load and they have all been 1 shot kills.

Name: Ron Evans Sun 21 May 2000 - 06:14:18 pm E-Mail Address: imr4198@worldnet.att.net 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: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 500-1000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 44 Remington Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 444 Marlin My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: IMR My preference in bullets is: Hornady My preference in bullet types is: Other (please list in comments) Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions: Have always used jacketed bullets but I am considering trying cast bullets in 44 Mag Contender.

Name: Guy Cooper Sun 21 May 2000 - 08:41:55 pm E-Mail Address: wahoo57@mindspring.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Rifle Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Pistol Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 220 Swift My preference in re-loading dies is: Redding 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 jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a meticulously detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: dave hill Sat 20 May 2000 - 04:17:29 pm E-Mail Address: bhill@mrtc.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, 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: 308 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: IMR My preference in bullets is: No Preference 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: remington 700vs Caliber: .308 win Barrel length: 26" Twist: 1 in 12 Powder used: imr 4064 Powder weight: 43.2 grs. Bullet used: sierra Bullet weight: 168 match Comments & Suggestions:

Name: David Cowell Sat 20 May 2000 - 12:21:48 pm E-Mail Address: dcowell@go.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: 500-1000 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: RCBS My preference in powder is: No Preference My preference in bullets is: Speer My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Ken Mysliwiec Thu 18 May 2000 - 10:58:56 pm E-Mail Address: magilla@interaccess.com How I found this site: Through the Firearm Web Ring 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: less than 250 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: 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 some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Jim Griffis Thu 18 May 2000 - 01:28:16 pm E-Mail Address: seissailor@aol.com How I found this site: Link from another page 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: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 45-70 Government (bolt action & single shot) 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: penrod davis Wed 17 May 2000 - 00:42:28 am E-Mail Address: penrod@ronan.net 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: 44 Remington Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 218 Bee My preference in re-loading dies is: Redding 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 This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: cooper varmint extreme Caliber: 222 rem mag Barrel length: 24" Powder used: accurate 2015br Powder weight: 27.0 grs. Bullet used: nosler Bullet weight: 50 grain ballistic tip Comments & Suggestions: this is a very effective varmint load. For match shooting I switch and use a 45.0 grain berger mef.

Name: Dennis McLeod Mon 15 May 2000 - 10:37:19 pm E-Mail Address: dennymac@2thegym.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: Target and Competition I re-load approximately: 2000-3000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 44 Remington Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 45-70 Government (bolt action & single shot) 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 a detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Sharps 1874 Caliber: 45-70 Barrel length: 30" Powder used: IMR 3031 Powder weight: 32.0 grs. Bullet used: Cast lead, single grease groove Bullet weight: 405 grain Comments & Suggestions: Dacron fiber wad over powder. Shoots very well at over 200 yds. Light recoil.

Name: Clifford Sun 14 May 2000 - 08:40:14 pm E-Mail Address: bsloopbobo@yahoo.com 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: 357 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: Varies depending on the cartridge 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 don't keep any records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Phil Griffin Sun 14 May 2000 - 01:55:39 pm E-Mail Address: texannky@aol.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell 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: 38 Special (Standard Pressure) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 32-20 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: Lyman My preference in powder is: Winchester My preference in bullets is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullet types is: I prefer cast bullets Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: john prescott Fri 12 May 2000 - 02:44:10 pm E-Mail Address: captnliesur@aol.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol Reason I re-load: As a Hobby 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: I don't Re-load for Rifle My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS 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 Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Mike Magnason Thu 11 May 2000 - 00:43:34 am E-Mail Address: crewthree@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: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 38 Special (Standard Pressure) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 30-06 Springfield My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: IMR My preference in bullets is: Sierra My preference in bullet types is: I prefer cast bullets Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Ken Eshelman Wed 10 May 2000 - 06:57:46 pm E-Mail Address: keshelman@tdi.net How I found this site: Link from another page I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target only I re-load approximately: 500-1000 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: 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: M98 Custom Mauser Caliber: .244 Rem Barrel length: 22" Twist: 1 in 12 Powder used: Hodgen Varget Powder weight: 46.0 grs. Bullet used: Nosler Bullet weight: 55 gr. Comments & Suggestions: <.3

Name: Jim Kenefick Fri 5 May 2000 - 05:26:54 pm E-Mail Address: jim@23x.com How I found this site: Link from another page I re-load: Pistol Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Target only I re-load approximately: 2000-3000 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: Hodgdon 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: Bullets: Carroll

Name: Bill Sardi Sun 7 May 2000 - 11:05:17 am E-Mail Address: waspss2@aol.com How I found this site: Link through AOL's Gun Boards I re-load: Pistol and Rifle 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: 38 Special (Standard Pressure) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 223 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge My preference in bullets is: No Preference 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: S&W Model 52 Caliber: 38 spec Barrel length: 5" Powder used: alliant bullseye Powder weight: 2.7 grs. Bullet used: cast rcbs mold Bullet weight: 140 grain Comments & Suggestions: above info is very accurate to 50yds in my weapon. I cast most of my own bullets. I do like 45apc and use 200 swc exclusively, over 4.0 bullseye which is super accurate in my 1911 Colt. I do load 44mag,41mag,357mag,38spec,9mm,30-30,and 30-06.

Name: James Fri 5 May 2000 - 05:26:54 pm E-Mail Address: csharp@wwgap.net How I found this site: Link from another page I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell 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: 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: No Preference My preference in bullets is: Speer My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Justin Hackett Fri 5 May 2000 - 02:27:02 pm E-Mail Address: justin_hackett@hotmail.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 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: 223 Remington 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 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: Colt CAR A3 accurized rifle Caliber: 223 Barrel length: 24" Twist: 1 in 9 Powder used: H335 Powder weight: 26.0 grs. Bullet used: Hornady V-MAX Bullet weight: 60 gr. bt Comments & Suggestions: Awsome accuracy out of an semi automatic rifle, and with Varmit style bullets

Name: Brian Randall Tue 2 May 2000 - 06:07:21 am E-Mail Address: guns@tigerpaw.com How I found this site: Link from another page I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell 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: 223 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 a meticulously detailed record This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: Thompson Contender Caliber: .41 Remingtom Magnum Barrel length: 10" Powder used: IMR 4227. Win large pistol primer. Powder weight: 19.7 grs. Bullet used: Hornady Bullet weight: 210 grain Trim to: 1.290" Cartridge overall length: 1.585" Comments & Suggestions: This .41 load is not a max load. I have not run it thru a Chrno. I loaded it for accuracy not power. We use it for deer hunting. I load it 500 rds at a time.Use Winchester large pistol primers and a heavy taper crimp.

Name: Len Zemaitis Tue 2 May 2000 - 03:02:46 am E-Mail Address: zemaitis@ix.netcom.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 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: 308 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS 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: Robert Pickell Mon 1 May 2000 - 12:47:42 pm E-Mail Address: rpickell@ptd.net How I found this site: Link from another page I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Other (please list in comments) I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 3000-4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 44 Remington Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 8mm-06 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: Other (please list in comments) My preference in bullet types is: Other (please list in comments) Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions: I reload for all the reasons listed, ammo cost, avilabillity, acc. and selection. Also the bullet I use is very dependent upon what I intend to do.., target, low cost practice, hunting, target, or etc... I use or have used just about all manufactures bullets at one time or another

Name: Clayton Carter Sat 29 Apr 2000 - 10:06:33 pm E-Mail Address: ccarter@viclink.com How I found this site: Link from another page I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 250-500 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 9mm Luger Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 243 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS 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: Pat Slevin Sat 29 Apr 2000 - 09:02:18 pm E-Mail Address: pats55@net66.com How I found this site: Search Engine 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: more than 4000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 9mm Luger Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 22 Hornet My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: No Preference My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a meticulously detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Don Blackmon Sat 29 Apr 2000 - 05:52:29 pm E-Mail Address: blackmon@jps.net How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Target only I re-load approximately: 250-500 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 9mm Luger Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 223 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: IMR My preference in bullets is: Speer My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed hollow points Re-loading Log: I don't keep any records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: ROD DEROO Sat 29 Apr 2000 - 02:12:11 pm E-Mail Address: LEDZEP30@JUNO.COM How I found this site: Don't Remember I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency I re-load for: Target and Hunting I re-load approximately: 500-1000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 44 Remington Magnum Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 22-250 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee 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 some records This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: RUGER VAQUERO Caliber: .44 REM MAG Barrel length: 5 1/4" Powder used: UNIQUE Powder weight: 7.0 grs. Bullet used: LASERCAST Bullet weight: 240 GR SWC Comments & Suggestions: ACTUALLY A .44 SP LOAD.EXTREMELY CHEAP,ACCURATE AND PLEASANT TO SHOOT.A GREAT PLINKER!

Name: Jim Rador Fri 28 Apr 2000 - 08:17:21 am E-Mail Address: wyle43@dwx.com How I found this site: Just surfed in 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: 500-1000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 243 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: IMR My preference in bullets is: Sierra My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I keep some records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Joseph G. Miller Tue 25 Apr 2000 - 06:00:32 pm E-Mail Address: Bgkatt2@aol.com How I found this site: Link from another page 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: 45 Colt (Standard Pressure) 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 meticulously detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Scott Wagner Tue 25 Apr 2000 - 11:49:51 am E-Mail Address: swagner@co.montrose.co.us How I found this site: Link from another page 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: 45 Auto Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 284 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Varies depending on the cartridge 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: Phil Griffin Mon 24 Apr 2000 - 10:54:04 am E-Mail Address: texannky@aol.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell 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: 38 Special (Standard Pressure) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 357 Magnum My preference in re-loading dies is: Lyman My preference in powder is: Winchester 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: Richard Osborn Sun 23 Apr 2000 - 08:27:48 pm E-Mail Address: timekeeper@cajun.net How I found this site: Through the Firearm Web Ring I re-load: Pistol 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 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: Speer My preference in bullet types is: I prefer cast bullets Re-loading Log: I keep some records This particular load worked extremely well for the firearm and re-load: Firearm make and model: colt python Caliber: 357 Barrel length: 6" Powder used: bullseye Powder weight: 4.5 grs. Bullet used: Speer Bullet weight: 148 hbwc Comments & Suggestions: shoots good knocks down bowling pins

Name: John Kowalski Sat 22 Apr 2000 - 09:58:07 pm E-Mail Address: jtkkowalski@dellnet.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 and Hunting I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Colt (Blackhawk & Contender only) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 22 Hornet My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: Sierra 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: T/C Contender Caliber: 22 hornet Barrel length: 16" Twist: 1 in 14 Powder used: H-4227 Powder weight: 9.5 grs. Bullet used: Speer Bullet weight: 50 grain TNT Trim to: 1.395" Cartridge overall length: 1.930" Comments & Suggestions: Not forced to load for magazine length so length is no pboblem. Extremely stable and great brass life in neck sized only. Knocks ground hogs down for the count out to 150 yards.

Name: Jonathan Rutledge Fri 21 Apr 2000 - 11:38:55 pm E-Mail Address: SPUPRR@aol.com How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: No Factory Ammo Available 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: Other (please list in comments) My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee My preference in powder is: Hodgdon 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: Rifle=50 Cal Browning Machine Gun

Name: Richard Turner Fri 21 Apr 2000 - 08:04:41 am E-Mail Address: richardbu@fastmail.ca How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Rifle Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Hunting and Competition I re-load approximately: 500-1000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Pistol Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 444 Marlin My preference in re-loading dies is: No Preference My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: Sierra 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: Marlin 444 Caliber: 444 Marlin Barrel length: 20" Twist: 1 in 38 Powder used: Hodgdon 335 Powder weight: 56.0 grs. Bullet used: Hornady Bullet weight: 265 FP Trim to: 2.225" Cartridge overall length: 2.605" Comments & Suggestions: Very accurate.2200 fps.

Name: Walter Harrison Wed 19 Apr 2000 - 03:57:35 pm E-Mail Address: wharrison@tecinfo.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Better Accuracy I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 500-1000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 38 Special (Standard Pressure) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 222 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: Sierra 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: Rem 700 Caliber: 223 Barrel length: 26" Twist: 1 in 12 Powder used: Military surplus 4895 Powder weight: 27.0 grs. Bullet used: Berger Bullet weight: 52 gr. Comments & Suggestions: Last match with above my group size averaged .439 for five, five shot groups at 100 yds. Used a drop tube to get all powder in case

Name: Kevin A. Berlin Tue 18 Apr 2000 - 06:15:53 pm E-Mail Address: kabbigbore45s@freewwweb.com How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol and Rifle Reason I re-load: Other (please list in comments) I re-load for: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Colt (Standard Pressure) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: Other (please list in comments) 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: 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: I reload for several reasons. One I enjoy it. Two no factory ammo available for 45-3.25

Name: Bob Clevelands Tue 18 Apr 2000 - 00:09:59 am E-Mail Address: rclevel@pacbell.net How I found this site: Through the Firearm Web Ring I re-load: Rifle Reason I re-load: As a Hobby I re-load for: Target 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: 45-70 Government (bolt & single shot) My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Other (please list in comments) 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: Thompson Contender Caliber: 45-70 Barrel length: 14" Twist: 1 in 14 Powder used: 2400 Powder weight: 28.3 grs. Bullet used: Speer Bullet weight: 300 Gr. JHP Trim to: 2.035" Cartridge overall length: 2.550" Comments & Suggestions: Powder Hercules 2400 shoots extemely well. But do not use in a rifle.

Name: GREG HEINRICHS Mon 17 Apr 2000 - 11:16:22 pm E-Mail Address: G.R.HEINRICHS@SK.SYMPATICO.CA How I found this site: Just surfed in I re-load: 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: I don't Re-load for Pistol Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 22-250 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: No Preference My preference in bullets is: Nosler My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed hollow points Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions: I AM A BEGINNING RELOADER - I ALSO LOAD FOR 243 AND 7MM REM MAG - I HAVE NOT TRIED PISTOL CARTRIDGES YET AND I HAVE A FEW OTHER RIFLES TO TRY

Name: Steve Graham Mon 17 Apr 2000 - 08:46:44 pm E-Mail Address: sgraham607@aol.com 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: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 45 Colt (Standard Pressure) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 30-30 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: Lee 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 Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Wally Laursen Mon 17 Apr 2000 - 10:14:17 am E-Mail Address: Wally.Laursen@lc.ca.gov 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: Target, Hunting, and Competition I re-load approximately: 1000-2000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 38 Special (Standard Pressure) 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: Hornady My preference in bullet types is: Varies depending on the cartridge Re-loading Log: I keep a detailed record Comments & Suggestions:

Name: Bill Williams Sat 15 Apr 2000 - 08:58:46 pm E-Mail Address: wcw@ovis.net How I found this site: Link from another page 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: 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: 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: T/C Contender .44 Rem. Super 14 Caliber: .44 Rem. Mag Barrel length: 14" Twist: 1 in 22 Powder used: Alliant Powder weight: 10.0 grs. Bullet used: Oregon Trail, BullX or self cast Bullet weight: 240 gn swc cast Trim to: 1.275" Cartridge overall length: 1.615" Comments & Suggestions: I get about 1,200 fps in this load with one ragged hole accuracy at 25 yds.! This load is easy on the hands and I have taken a few turkeys with it. Makes a nice plinking load and is cheap to shoot.

Name: Ray Klassen Sat 15 Apr 2000 - 06:24:08 pm E-Mail Address: rklassen@netidea.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: 250-500 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: I don't Re-load for Pistol Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 338 Winchester Magnum My preference in re-loading dies is: Hornady My preference in powder is: IMR My preference in bullets is: Nosler My preference in bullet types is: I prefer jacketed bullets Re-loading Log: I don't keep any records Comments & Suggestions:

Name: joe Fri 14 Apr 2000 - 02:07:09 pm E-Mail Address: joseph.o.swanson@wcom.com 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: 2000-3000 rounds Pistol cartridge I most often re-load: 38 Special (Standard Pressure) Rifle cartridge I most often re-load: 270 Winchester My preference in re-loading dies is: RCBS My preference in powder is: Hodgdon My preference in bullets is: Hornady 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 77 Caliber: 270 win Barrel length: 22" Powder used: H 4831 Powder weight: 56.8 grs. Bullet used: Hornardy Bullet weight: 150 Spire Comments & Suggestions: MOA or better

Name: Monte Stark Tue 11 Apr 2000 - 11:59:38 pm E-Mail Address: ku7y@dri.edu How I found this site: Search Engine I re-load: Pistol, Rifle, and Shot Shell Reason I re-load: Cost Efficiency 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: 22-250 Remington My preference in re-loading dies is: Dillon 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:

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