tj1231

I'm going to buy powder for reloading tomorrow, and I'm looking for input. I will be loading 185gr. rn bullets, and they will be used in a 3" barrel. Would the fastest powder on the charts be best for the short barrel? Suggestions?

Does anyone have experience with the Lee Loadmaster progressive presses? I'm thinking of picking one up.

P95Carry

I have used Lee for decades and find them ideal for my purposes. That said volume reloading will be greatly improved by a Dillon progressive if you are starting out and can afford the outlay.

I started Lee for economical reasons and just stuck with them since - and now have several presses and turrets so can change over quite fast between cals.

Yes, I would choose a fast powder for your purpose but would add that it will require even more care with load safety and attention to OAL - as pressures will easily climb to excessive levels with even small over-charges.

Something like Bullseye or equivalent ...... Lyman #47 gives 3.5 - 6.0 grains for a 185 jacketed ....... altho the top load is nudging top pressures. You will have to experiiment.

The top load backed off 10% makes for 5.4 grain charge but even then the gun may well run fine on a smaller charge than that. Load safely.

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