CZ57
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My brother-in-law is 65 and wants to start reloading. His wife, my sister recently passed away and he really needs a hobby. I am trying to help him get accustomed to recoil; he hasn't been shooting long and his revolver (4" Rossi .38) is a bit on the light side. Naturally cast and swaged loads are an option, but most of his bullet purchases will be jacketed. I've recommended he pick up some 110 gr. JHPs, but I can't find data for Trail Boss and 110 gr. JHPs. A minimum type load is what I'm looking for here. He really enjoys shooting, but he is very sensitive to recoil. I've loaned him a .22 Single Action, but he is intent on shooting his .38 Special. I've already loaded very light 140s and 125s, and that helped but I believe the 110s will help greatly, as would a 148 gr. HBWC if we could get them locally. Upgrading to a heavier revolver is next on the list.
He is a very attentive kind of guy, so I know he'll be very meticulous when charging cases. Nonetheless, I've seen reports of guys shooting mild jacketed loads charged with Trail Boss. Starting him off with 110 gr. JHPs that he can get locally, mild velocity and a powder that will give good case fill, lessening the potential for a double-charge seems to be the ticket for his confidence.
Once he burns the cannister of Trail Boss and feels a bit more comfortable, I'll steer him to something else if accuracy is lacking. Hopefully, Trail Boss will get it done. I haven't ruled out Bullseye or TiteGroup, but that will probably come after Trail Boss if I can get the data. If no one here can help, I'll e-mail Hodgdon/IMR.
I appreciate your help!
He is a very attentive kind of guy, so I know he'll be very meticulous when charging cases. Nonetheless, I've seen reports of guys shooting mild jacketed loads charged with Trail Boss. Starting him off with 110 gr. JHPs that he can get locally, mild velocity and a powder that will give good case fill, lessening the potential for a double-charge seems to be the ticket for his confidence.
Once he burns the cannister of Trail Boss and feels a bit more comfortable, I'll steer him to something else if accuracy is lacking. Hopefully, Trail Boss will get it done. I haven't ruled out Bullseye or TiteGroup, but that will probably come after Trail Boss if I can get the data. If no one here can help, I'll e-mail Hodgdon/IMR.
I appreciate your help!