Roll your own defence loads

[WhoKnowsWho]

I have read a couple of things about not rolling your own, that is why I mentioned it on the original poll. I guess I should have checked the history of cases or asked here, since this seems like a natural source of all info.

Seems like many do it. I think I would still prefer factory rounds even if I don't have the danger of being labeled the crazy loader in court. I think the companies, at least most of them, have put enough money and time to create a good defensive load for me to purchase. Though I wish Taurus would hurry and get the Hex line into 9mm. I guess in the meantime, I could make my own!

 

[Gary H]

I'm heading out tomorrow to shoot my 480 Ruger for the first time. It will stay with me while I'm in the woods and I have every intention of carrying my own loads. I don't know why factory ammo would be better than your own. I have been concerned after reading legal posts, but never heard of someone who was convicted because he reloaded. I've also had some CCI primers that didn't want to do their job.

 

[WESHOOT2]

I BELIEVE

I've seen the Hydra-Shok bullet offered by Midway (last year or two, way pricey).

Of course, the R-P Golden Saber and Speer Gold Dot are available, too.

 

[BHP9]

I would agree in principle that it is probably a good idea to use commercial loads rather than reloadsBut, But, But If you think they are more reliable you may be in for a surprise.

A good test is to select about 6 cartridges and throw them in a can of oil (thin oil) for a week and wipe them off and see if they fire. Many brands will not fire.

That is why I like to oil proof my own handloads or reoil proof my commercial ammo. It can get quite involved such as using mouth sealer or it can be left simple by just painting polyurethane varnish on the primers and round the case mouths.

 

[buzz_knox]

I once had a wrongful death case that was ultimately decided on whether one of the employee's we had in charge of the project cursed or not. If he did, the jury would believe he gave the fatal order. If he didn't, the jury would believe the grieving grandparent had mistaken our employee, for the contractor actually responsible for the order. The jury thought our guy didn't cuss, so they found that we didn't issue the order and weren't responsible for the death. You think you'll find any case law out there saying that cursing can lead to liability? Don't even bother to try.

The argument that lack of case law indicates no possibility for liability/conviction demonstrates a profound lack of understanding both for trial process and how cases are reported.

 

[M1911]

Its no trick to reload more accurate ammo than factory though.

Agreed. But I've found that the premium defensive rounds have been just as reliable as my reloads and the accuracy differences were not enough to make me worry. Sure, they're not bullseye loads, but then, I'm not a bullseye shooter and I'm not carrying a bullseye gun. My reloads are better than some of the cheaper commercial FMJ stuff out there.

 

[Edward429451]

I've never did a semi-scientific comparison of my reloads vs factory accuracy wise but I carry the factory hydra-Shocks instead of reloads because of bullet design. The HS's have a good track record for stopping power. I load 90% lead bullets, so it stands to reason that the HS's would be better in that department.

 

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buzz_knox

I hear what your saying. I'm not an PA.
Time spent as juror (more than once over the years), took a B-Law class years ago, consulted for defense, and been a 'expert witness".

Only thing I know for sure about court...nothing is for sure.

 

[Vern Humphrey]

Do the responsible thing, have your lawyer spayed or neutered.