Yep, and it is optimistic.Lee is probably using VV's data. You can find it here:
https://www.vihtavuori.com/reloading-data/handgun-reloading/?cartridge=42
Yep, and it is optimistic.
Indeed, yes.That sounds about what one might expect from a slightly shorter barrel.
The 124 Truncated Cone MWs are what I'm using.I just might load up some N-105 myself, just for curiosities sake. The RMR 124 Gr MW would be a good substitute for the Hornady FMJ-FP I would think. Would make a good project for this evening.
I loaded up 15 rounds with the RMR 124 Gr TrFP-MW @ 1.275 to 1.280 OAL with 10.0 Grs of N-105 in Starline Super Comp cases with an old nickle plated WSR primer.
So it is conservative according to the Vihtavuori data for the Hornady 124 Gr FMJ-FP @ 1.260 OAL.
I should be able to shoot them tomorrow after work.I have the SA .38 Super in the range bag and I packed up my 586 and some light plinker loads as well.
The powder is about 1/8" from the case mouth and is fairly well compressed, it would be even more so at 1.260 OAL.
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True, but since that is what I regularly use on top end and warmish loads, that is what I went with.You don't need a rifle primer for N105. You can use one, but it's not necessary since the published data is within pistol pressure range.
I am not concerned about it, just noting it. When I did the AA # 9 loads it affected the seater less.N105 responds fine to compression. Many loads with N105 are compressed.