No need to use a different load in a handgun and rifle unless the load barely clear the barrel of a handgun barrel. That load would probably be well below the starting charge in published data anyway.
Also note, the difference in data from different loading manuals is due to a number of reasons. Different labs, different techs performing the test, different powder lots, different lawyers, different atmospheric conditions when the test were performed, different firearms, and a host of other factors.
I have never noticed a difference in primers for handgun ammo. I use the WLP exclusively because they will work for both standard and magnum loads.Decided to go with universal and alliant2400, no unique on the shelf. Loaded 5- 2400 with cci300 primer, and 5- 2400 with wlp primer, then did the same with the universal powder. All 10 are the listed starting weight for each powder used. Am I going to see major differences with the primers used? The only difference in the listings were the primers and brass.
I have never noticed a difference in primers for handgun ammo. I use the WLP exclusively because they will work for both standard and magnum loads.
Thanks Barry. Wasn't sure what to expect so I loaded with both. With the low powder charges, I thought I would be safe with my primer choices, but being a newbie, thought I should ask.
I also did the same type work up with IMR4227 in the .41 Magnum... I had some question about using a magnum primer there, it seems the internet consensus is split about 50/50 on it. I found, with a 20grn charge of IMR4227 under a cast 215grn bullet, fired from my 20" Marlin, the CCI standard primers had lower SD than the WLP (standard or magnum, as advertised,) and the Federal magnum primer... all else being equal. I acknowledge that going up or down 1-2grn of powder might change that equation... you never know... which is why I don't typically make blanket standards for reloading.
That's always a good day. Congrats.Success! All my test loads worked and I still have all my fingers!
Most shops don't carry reloading supplies. Here in the DFW area there are only a few shops that carry any selection at all.
Been awhile but you might try.
https://southwestammo.com/
http://planogun.com/reloading.php
https://www.rayssportinggoods.com/
http://targetmasters.com/
http://www.bullettrapinc.com/
Basspro and Cabela’s as well.
I’d call first or just save the hassle of having to drive to any of them and just make large orders from places like Powder Valley, Natchez, Grafs, Midsouth. If you order much of anything you will cover the Hazmat in price alone much less not having to deal with traffic or out of stock items.