Do you give out reloading data?
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pirate ammo
Guaranteed to take the wind out of their sails
My data works in my guns, I don't load hot, but it's for mine only. You got to remember some push the envelope and some LIE.
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When you start working with QuickLoad, you learn right away that small changes in case capacity and bullet seating depth can make a significant difference in pressure. Likewise, barrel freebore and bullet choice (with same weight) can make a significant difference. We measured two 105gr 6mm bullets from major manufacturers. The actual max diameter of the bullet varied by .0008 (nearly a thousandth).
The point of this observation is that a load that works in your rifle may not work in somebody else's rifle even if they are using the same powder and primer. I will share load guidance with respected close friends whom I know can listen carefully and take notes. However, sharing specific load data on the internet requires caution.
Likewise, multiple times I have seen well-meaning Forum members post data here that was simply wrong -- load weights typed wrong, or wrong bullet listed. That can be scary.
The point of this observation is that a load that works in your rifle may not work in somebody else's rifle even if they are using the same powder and primer. I will share load guidance with respected close friends whom I know can listen carefully and take notes. However, sharing specific load data on the internet requires caution.
Likewise, multiple times I have seen well-meaning Forum members post data here that was simply wrong -- load weights typed wrong, or wrong bullet listed. That can be scary.
pirate ammo
Guaranteed to take the wind out of their sails
And you have banned a few of them for dangerous information.
Exactly.
bozo699
Gold $$ Contributor
Like Paul I have shared data with certain people but I shoot a lot of different wildcats I don’t have a pressure tester and I tend to shoot hot on many of them. Preferred powders bullet and case combos are one thing but powder charges needs to be worked up for each rifle as there all a little different.
I agree with the video and I see it all the time! Everyone even us experienced long time loaders needs reloading manuals!… most of them will give you preferred powders to start with.
Wayne
I agree with the video and I see it all the time! Everyone even us experienced long time loaders needs reloading manuals!… most of them will give you preferred powders to start with.
Wayne
dcali
Bullet Maker
Regardless of where it comes from, it's wise to sanity check your data. That said, it seems like most safety related accidents are due to either skipping the powder and getting a squib, or using the wrong powder all together. A few grains extra because of misunderstood data might wreck your day, for sure, or even cause a serious injury. But the bigger issue is complacency. That's where you tend to see the banana peel ka-booms.
Diligence is required at all times. If people don't get that, I'm not sure how to help them. 50,000 psi is A LOT of pressure.
Diligence is required at all times. If people don't get that, I'm not sure how to help them. 50,000 psi is A LOT of pressure.
Indeed. I see a lot of new reloaders who fail to understand the basics.
I had a guy message me on another platform, and he assumed that all powders were the same.
Seriously.
Fortunately, I "talked him down" so to speak...
I am very cautious with sharing load data. I don’t mind sharing combinations that work well, but generally refer folks to a reloading guide for their starting powder charges. A good example is a load I use for Steel Challenge pistol caliber carbine competition. We don’t have a power factor to meet, so I load very light, think 125gr 9mm at 850 FPS. I don’t share that load because it would be terribly easy to double charge or to cause a squib by going lower.
Good point regarding light loads, too.
pirate ammo
Guaranteed to take the wind out of their sails
I got 9 manuals and I use them all.
And therein lies the problem.
Never mind scales that are close or can be read properly, and thousands of other things.
In the 70's I gave a friend a load for 44 Mag. It was 2400. He substituted Unique as that's what he had on hand. Believe it was a Ruger SuperBlackhawk. Locked up solid which did not stop him from freeing it up with a hammer. AND shot it again! Locking it up solid. I guess it's a testament to Ruger's strength..
It was the last time I ever suggested a load.
Nice!
I have some of the same but different editions.
I also use Quickloads during initial load development.
I sometimes will share bullet and powder but no weight!!
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