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Getting ready to load for the 45 Colt. I was reading the Lyman reloading data preceeding the load charts and they mentioned that the 45 Colt case head may seperate during reloading due to the small rim surface area. They cautioned on placing too much force on the case when reloading. Has...

Been thinking about either a Smith Model 25 (45 Colt) or a Ruger Super Redhawk in 454 Casull in which i will shoot 45 Colt. Which gun would be the best and last the longest? Both are in the same price range. I will be getting the longest barrel possible in each model. Thanks for any comments...

Just starting to load 45 Colt and wondering how much crimp is needed. I will be using 200 Gr hard cast bullets, will start at 5.9 Gr of WW231, Starline brass, WW LP primers. I use the 4 die set from Lee Precision. The Colt SSA 2nd Generation 7.5 In barrel. Any suggestions will be appreciated.

Do i need to crimp when loading 22-250 in a 15" Thompson Contender Pistol? I will be target shooting only and accuracy is my main concern. Also should i full length resize each time or just the mouth sizing only. If mouth size only how long can i go before full length sizing. Thanks for any info.

Was looking for load data for the T/C Encore 15" barrel in 22-250. I will be using it for target shooting. Thanks in advance.

Will be receiving my CCW license soon and wish to know if anyone has a suggestion on the type and brand holster for the S&W Model 60 with 2.13 inch barrel.

Just purchased a model 686 Powerport and noticed that the firing pin is not a part of the hammer nose any longer. It appears S&W is using the same method used on the J frame 22 cal models that use a pin spring assembly seperate form the hammer. Is this a better design than the pin that swivels...

I was reading in the Lyman reloading manual that it is not advisable to use the automatic feed tube or any other mechanical primer feed to place primers on the priming post due to possible igition problems. I checked the Winchester primer box is will be using (ww small pistol magnum ) and they...

Just now starting to reload and purchased the Hornady LHBWC in 148 grain with 3.0 grains of WW231 as a starting charge weight and WW small pistol magnum primers with Starline 357 brass. The Winchester loading data advises a trim case length of 1.285" and a COL of 1.290". It appears that the...

I am new to reloading metallic and wish to reload 38 cal for indoor 50 foot paper target. I will be using 148 gr. hbwc or dewc with w231 or Bullseye powder. I have read various sources about crimping the wadcutter. Is it correct you always seat the bullet flush with the case mouth or...