Is SR 4759 the powder used for reduced loads in rifles? Thanks.

There are loads for it in my Speer manual noted as "reduced load."

Thanks,
I found a list of calibers with 4759 reduced loads on the web that look very reasonable.

SR-4759 is a hi bulk powder designed for reduce loads. And because of its bulk it is hard to double charge a case.

Below I used SR-4759 and Trial Boss powders in my reduced fire forming loads for my .303 British cases. In the photo below I'm using 100 grain .312 pistol bullets. This makes the brass butt plate softer when forming 100 to 200 cases.

About 15 years ago at the range a guy put an 8# jug of 4759 with a 4 SALE sign on the table . I asked how much and he said $20.00 !! I've used most of it and for a senior citizen that shots paper it is a recoil reducing God send.
roger

Because I use SR 4759 in cast loads for my 30-06, 35 Whelen, and my .458 WM, I bought three 8 lb'ers when it was announced discontinued a few years ago. Ken Watters preferred 4227 for his cast rifle loads but I have never found a need to look past 4759. Yes it is bulky and thus a bit of a pain to try and drop from a measure, but the little old Lee Scoopers work masterfully.

IMR 4198 and XMR-5744 are alternatives.

I will keep those on hand. The more horses in the stable, the better.

Lawndart,

Are you are aware that IMR/Hodgdon discontinued SR 4795 powder a few years ago? Worth using up old stock of course but there are not really equivalent replacements available depending on cartridge you are reloading. Trail Boss in handgun will work well.

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Lawndart,

Are you are aware that IMR/Hodgdon discontinued SR 4795 powder a few years ago? Worth using up old stock of course but there are not really equivalent replacements available depending on cartridge you are reloading. Trail Boss in handgun will work well.

Yes,
I should be getting an eight pound keg in a week or two. That will last me the rest of my life. I do have Trail boss, and 5744. I'll find out which loads work best in my various rifles, .223 - 416 Rigby.

If anyone in Idaho has some 4759 that they would be willing to sell, I would like to buy it. Thanks.

I could no longer get SR 4759 because it was discontinued. And Trail Boss is a good hi bulk powder for reduced loads.

I prefer using powders like SR 4759 and Trail Boss because you can not double charge your cases.

I'm 67 and have been reloading over 47 years and a few months ago I had a double charge of 231 in a 357 Magnum Ruger Vaquero. I was lucky it was a light cowboy load and no damage to the pistol occurred. "BUT" I still had to hammer the case out of the cylinder.

Bottom line, be careful with small charges of fast burning powders and double and triple check your cases for the correct charge.

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Originally posted by lawndart:
If anyone in Idaho has some 4759 that they would be willing to sell, I would like to buy it. Thanks.

If you're near Lewiston you might check with Speer office. Years ago Dave Andrews was involved with the manual development and he could provide info on where to get "stuff" He has since passed away, but I'd bet his replacement would also be able to help in that discussion.

Lawn Dart
If you are a safe reloader Sea Fire's Blue Dot
postings opened up a controversial option to reduced rifle loading. I've used Blue Dot in many rifles and was truly satisfied with the performance. roger

Good advice, and good ideas from all. I really appreciate your insights.