45 Colt with CFE Pistol Powder
Jun 11, 2016 1:49:27 GMT -5
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Post by Encore64 on Jun 11, 2016 1:49:27 GMT -5
I've been experimenting with low pressure 45 Colt loads. There is no shortage of data, but one has really stood out.
Have mostly used Unique and Universal for the last 30+ years. Recently, I wanted to try a few different powders.
Scanning the Hodgdon's site and CFE Pistol seemed to be a great choice.
They list 9.2 grs pushing a 250 grn cast at 1,014 fps producing 13,000 psi.
I tried the load in Starline brass and reached 1050 fps in my 7 1/2" guns. I suspect I am well under the 14,000 psi that's recommended for old guns. All of my guns are modern reproduction or stronger guns.
Feel this load is very safe in any gun. Will try it in the new Flattop Target Uberti soon. Should make a formidable woods load even in the Colt level guns.
Have mostly used Unique and Universal for the last 30+ years. Recently, I wanted to try a few different powders.
Scanning the Hodgdon's site and CFE Pistol seemed to be a great choice.
They list 9.2 grs pushing a 250 grn cast at 1,014 fps producing 13,000 psi.
I tried the load in Starline brass and reached 1050 fps in my 7 1/2" guns. I suspect I am well under the 14,000 psi that's recommended for old guns. All of my guns are modern reproduction or stronger guns.
Feel this load is very safe in any gun. Will try it in the new Flattop Target Uberti soon. Should make a formidable woods load even in the Colt level guns.
