I've just started reloading for my 1974 Blackhawk 6.5" 357. I'm using a Lee Challenger Breech Lock SS press, Lee carbide dies and a mix of other stuff. I've successfully loaded lots of 38 Special using Trail Boss and SP primers.
My intent is to develop the most accurate load for 25/50/100 yard target shooting. I've got a Leupold 2x mounted on the Weig-i-tinny rail.
I've bought the 158g Truncated Cone Beveled Base directly from Penn Bullets (I live 30 minutes away) which is rated up to 1600 fps velocity. While there, the owner suggested the best powders (in his opinion) for target shooting.
Looking online there seems to be a lack of multiple loads for those powders. I've loaded up 10 rounds each of HS-6 at 6.0gr, 6.4gr and 6.8gr to shoot tomorrow, using load data from the Reloading Guide for Revolvers 357/38 by Gun Guide.
Will this load cause squibs?
What are some other loads for the other powders in my title? Is there a better powder to use for target shooting at these distances?
Thanks for any advice!!
My intent is to develop the most accurate load for 25/50/100 yard target shooting. I've got a Leupold 2x mounted on the Weig-i-tinny rail.
I've bought the 158g Truncated Cone Beveled Base directly from Penn Bullets (I live 30 minutes away) which is rated up to 1600 fps velocity. While there, the owner suggested the best powders (in his opinion) for target shooting.
Looking online there seems to be a lack of multiple loads for those powders. I've loaded up 10 rounds each of HS-6 at 6.0gr, 6.4gr and 6.8gr to shoot tomorrow, using load data from the Reloading Guide for Revolvers 357/38 by Gun Guide.
Will this load cause squibs?
What are some other loads for the other powders in my title? Is there a better powder to use for target shooting at these distances?
Thanks for any advice!!