I've recently acquired a .41 colt new line revolver, and would like to reload some ammo for this calibre. I have .41 LC dies from Redding and some LC starline cases and .386 hollow base bullets. I figured I won't be able to use that stuff for now (I'll probably end up buying a thunderer in time) because the cases are too long and the bullets too small. The length of the cylinder on this revolver is 1.100" and bore groove diameter seems about .406"-408". So, I will try to trim the cases to .9??" and order some heelbase bullets that will better fit the groove diameter.
My question is: Will I be able to use the Redding reloading die for .41 LC to load Short Colt ammo with .405"-.406" bullet? This is my first attempt at reloading ammo altogether. If anyone has info on reloading this calibre, I would be glad to put it to use! I read this ammo is not very accurate but packs a good punch. Any sources of bullets and load data would be greatly appreciated.
My question is: Will I be able to use the Redding reloading die for .41 LC to load Short Colt ammo with .405"-.406" bullet? This is my first attempt at reloading ammo altogether. If anyone has info on reloading this calibre, I would be glad to put it to use! I read this ammo is not very accurate but packs a good punch. Any sources of bullets and load data would be greatly appreciated.