This is my first time reloading, so I'd love a sanity check.
I have a Lee Classic Loader, a set of powder scoops, and a powder scale, as well as brass and hard-cast 158 gr SWC from Berry's. I plan to purchase powder and primers locally this week.
I was thinking I'd go with Bullseye and CCI 500 primers, since they're available seem to be popular. The Alliant website lists 4.8gr of Bullseye for a 158gr LSWC - they list this as max at only 939fps. My Lyman manual does not list a 158gr LSWC, but lists min of 4.9gr and max of 6.9gr for a 160gr LRN, but with a CCI 550 (magnum) primer. So...which information do I use?
I have a Lee Classic Loader, a set of powder scoops, and a powder scale, as well as brass and hard-cast 158 gr SWC from Berry's. I plan to purchase powder and primers locally this week.
I was thinking I'd go with Bullseye and CCI 500 primers, since they're available seem to be popular. The Alliant website lists 4.8gr of Bullseye for a 158gr LSWC - they list this as max at only 939fps. My Lyman manual does not list a 158gr LSWC, but lists min of 4.9gr and max of 6.9gr for a 160gr LRN, but with a CCI 550 (magnum) primer. So...which information do I use?