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Post by singleaction on May 10, 2023 12:55:17 GMT -5
Can I please get some suggestions for a good cast bullet field load for a late 1930s (shooter grade) commercial smith and Wesson 1917 45 ACP? I will be loading exclusively with Starline auto rim brass. I don’t want to stress this revolver beyond its strength limitations. However, within reason, I would like to load as heavy and fast as possible. I can add or remove metal from the front site, as needed. I would even consider dovetailing an adjustable blade in the front site base, if necessary. This revolver will go on hiking and hunting trips, and may be used for deer at very short ranges, if the opportunity arises. Thanks in advance for your advice.
Matt
BTW: I cast my own bullets, so feel free to suggest a bullet mold!
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Post by boolitdesigner on May 10, 2023 14:22:28 GMT -5
That's probably got a Brazilion crest on it. Those like the Lyman RN 230 gr. bullet (the 452374). I use Unique in mine... check the Lyman manual and try the starting load... work up until you get to 6 gr. or it hits to the sights. You will enjoy it if it's lockwork is in good shape.
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Post by singleaction on May 10, 2023 14:43:58 GMT -5
That's probably got a Brazilion crest on it. Those like the Lyman RN 230 gr. bullet (the 452374). I use Unique in mine... check the Lyman manual and try the starting load... work up until you get to 6 gr. or it hits to the sights. You will enjoy it if its lockwork is in good shape. Not a Brazilian. Thanks for the advice! |
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Post by bigbrowndog on May 10, 2023 17:59:47 GMT -5
Hodgdon and Accurate powders both list pressure data with the load. For my 1917 I try and keep loads at the pressures used for 45AR, some of the non +P 45acp loads can be quite warm. I use Unique and Titegroup for my loads, 230’s at 800-850, 185’s at 850-900 seem to be about right using the pressure data listed for the powders I use.
Trapr
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