.32-20 wcf

[waidmann]

New to this forum; limited reloading experience. I am about to begin reloading for .32 WCF. I have a double cavity Lyman mould. I would also like to try some semi-jackets.

I have several revolvers but also a Husqvarna single shot to feed.

I have been buying some of the cowboy fodder but recently acquired a box of modern Remington marked Express rifle. I realize these in vintage shells would be a no-no for the revolvers, but would Remington actually load a hot .32-20 today?

You have the jist of it. I submit myself to the masters, loads, advice?

 

[Jesse Heywood]

Here's an article that should answer your questions on what loads can be used in which gun. http://www.leverguns.com/articles/paco/3220wcf.htm

Also, Pet Loads by Ken Waters has some very good load information.

 

[MMCSRET]

The 32 W.C.F. (32-20) originated as a rifle cartridge, as such, Remington markets it in boxes that are printed up in the same production run as their other rifle cartridges. "Express Rifle" is a Remington trademark name.
I cast and load for 32-20 in four different Colt revolvers. I cast Lyman/Ideal 3118 and load it to fit the revolver. Not all my revolvers use the same load, due to age and design. It is a great old cartridge and can be very accurate and fun.

 

[squarles67]

The current manufacture Remington Express Rifle is relativly mild. Years ago 32-20 "High Speed" was available and these were loaded to higher pressure for rifles. I shot some of the factory Remington in my 1st gen Colt recently and it felt about the same as my reloads.

I don't cast but I load Missouri Bullet 100 grain LRN over 2.9 grains of Bullseye or 3.5 grains of HP-38 with a Winchester SP primer. Both of these work well in my old Colt. I'm fairly new to 32-20 and the only issue I've had is the brass is very thin and easy to crush.

 

[waidmann]

Thanks for the responses.
Waidmann