Only Maximum Reload Data Given

[Eddy19]

I was looking at some reloading data, they only give a maximum load:

Hodgdon site, 41 mag, 210 gr bullet, 700x powder.

Question: Does the omission of a starting load mean it's not safe?
(I wrote them days ago but no reply)

Thanks!

 

[drband]

Reduce the load by 10% for the start load.

Should be in the instructions for Hogdon data.

 

[Blue68f100]

When on the MAX load is given you reduce the charge by 10% for your starting load for most powders. There are a few exceptions to this H110/W296 you only reduce 3%. but it's one powder that's full bore Magnum only and does not work well at reduced loads.

 

[Bfh_auto]

If only a max is given, do like the above people said unless it says DNR or do not reduce.

 

[RealGun]

It is Alliant that provides only the max load, while Hodgdon typically shows a starting load and a max load. However, in the case cited there is only a max and only for one bullet, which I suspect means it is the only load tested for that powder. I think 700x is too fast burning to push that hard, giving you sharp felt recoil, so I would pick a real magnum powder or look for 700x reduced load data elsewhere.

 

[Rule3]

I was looking at some reloading data, they only give a maximum load:

Hodgdon site, 41 mag, 210 gr bullet, 700x powder.

Question: Does the omission of a starting load mean it's not safe?
(I wrote them days ago but no reply)

Thanks!

Much easier and better contact by CALLING them

you can reach a Hodgdon representative Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM.

Phone:
(913) 362-9455

 

[Eddy19]

Appreciate it all! Thanks Rule3 for the call by phone tip for Hodgdon.

 

[FROGO207]

Yeah I have called about several loads over the years and talked with several balastitans about loads. They have also guided me as to why some loads are bad or not to be used in certain firearms. They are an under utilized resource if you ask me.

 

[mdi]

Reduce the load by 10% for the start load.

Should be in the instructions for Hogdon data.

Yep, standard operating procedure...

 

[ArchAngelCD]

IMO 700X is a bad powder choice for the 41 Magnum. Other slower powders will produce better results. I would not use powders faster than Unique, Universal and the like.

You already got answers on the starting charge.

 

[RealGun]

IMO 700X is a bad powder choice for the 41 Magnum. Other slower powders will produce better results. I would not use powders slower than Unique, Universal and the like.

You already got answers on the starting charge.

I wonder if you meant powders FASTER THAN, since slow powders are the thing for magnum loads.

 

[25-20 WCF]

IMO 700X is a bad powder choice for the 41 Magnum. Other slower powders will produce better results. I would not use powders slower than Unique, Universal and the like....

To avoid confusion, I believe the poster meant to say: “ I would not use powders faster than Unique....”.



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[ArchAngelCD]

I wonder if you meant powders FASTER THAN, since slow powders are the thing for magnum loads.

Yes sir, I stand corrected that was a mistake. Thank you. (post above corrected)

 

[ArchAngelCD]

To avoid confusion, I believe the poster meant to say: “ I would not use powders faster than Unique....”
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Like I just said above, my mistake, thank you.