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Post by 45spades on Jun 1, 2011 21:59:59 GMT -5
I'm planning a hunt in Illinois next fall. They require factory loaded ammo in a handgun. (Yeah, I know stupid!!) I don't think I have ever hunted with a factory load in any of my pistols. I've looked until I am confused. I'm trying to get the best bang for the buck here. I'm shooting a .45 Colt and have a .44 Mag as my back up gun. (In case I break something on the .45) What are some of the best hardcast factory loads out there? And even jacketed loads.
Thanks
Spades
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Cucuy
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Post by Cucuy on Jun 1, 2011 22:28:31 GMT -5
Buffalo Bore is factory in my book.
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Post by steveb on Jun 2, 2011 7:29:57 GMT -5
I have used, and liked, the Federal CastCore loads. They are only @100 fps slower, but less expensive than the premium loadings. The deer didn't seem to notice. steve b
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Post by bisleyfan41 on Jun 2, 2011 20:14:31 GMT -5
In the 44, I like Black Hills 240 gr load with the Hornady XTP bullet @~1250. First read about this round in Taffin's writings so I gave it a shot. Most accurate factory 44 load in several different 44s. Very effective on deer; never had one go more than 20 yds after hit. Have fun on your hunt.
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Post by kaytod on Jun 3, 2011 16:50:38 GMT -5
Grizzly cartridge is another option for 45 colt.
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COR
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Post by COR on Jun 3, 2011 17:42:48 GMT -5
Load whatever you like and put it in a "factory box". Stupid f**king law.
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Post by bigbore442001 on Jun 3, 2011 18:09:43 GMT -5
I will second the motion for putting reloads in a factory box. In all honesty how often is something like this checked?
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Post by dmize on Jun 3, 2011 22:00:31 GMT -5
Load whatever you like and put it in a "factory box". Stupid f**king law. GOOD POINT and eloquently stated!! LOL!!!!!!!!!!1 |
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Post by zac0419 on Jun 3, 2011 23:55:57 GMT -5
I got my IL buck last year with a factory 45 Colt Buffalo Bore load.
Doubletap, Buffalo Bore, Grizzly, all have good hardcast loads IME
That said, I'm with the other guys that the handloads aren't going to get you in trouble in a factory box.
You'll have 5-6 in your gun, keep a strip of another six in your pocket and leave the box in the car.
Good luck.
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COR
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Post by COR on Jun 4, 2011 14:15:52 GMT -5
I may go as far as to match up my headstamps. I still can't believe that is actually a law. Amazing.
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Post by ohnomrbillk on Jun 5, 2011 23:59:45 GMT -5
I may go as far as to match up my headstamps. I still can't believe that is actually a law. Amazing. Maybe even have a cast bullet load with a box indicating a cast bullet? What a bunch of horse feces. |
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Post by 45spades on Jun 8, 2011 9:24:03 GMT -5
I'm going to go with BBA 325 LFN for the 45 Colt. I figure I can get a 20 round box and have plenty. I'll reload my own in a similar loading and if I need to I can use this box and BBA brass to reload and carry.
Hell, I'm tempted to shoot the factory loads and reload just to do it. But I'm going to "stay" legal!
Spades
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Post by tradingpost on Jun 14, 2011 12:03:52 GMT -5
Buffalo Barnes 225gr are wonderful!!!
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Post by maxcactus on Jun 23, 2011 3:13:14 GMT -5
Like the rest of you, I think the "factory" stipulation for ammo is more nanny-state ridiculousness. How do they know one way or the other unless you open your mouth though? Am I required in such states to have a box of factory ammo with me? What if it's just me, my sixgun, belt, holster and ammo? I understand the odds of a fish cop checking s slim to none, but... is there really any way for them to know?
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Post by bigbores on Jun 23, 2011 3:30:05 GMT -5
Nice, wildcats, and old oddball stuff like .450NAA is not legal along with 475 and 500maximums.
Like others have posted stupid law.
At least part of Africa has a laws that your brass must be stamped and match your gun's marking for cal.
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