I'm interested in hearing from people who load for the 3" 450-400. How available are components out there and is there much benefit in loading it wather than buying factory ammo?

Also what is the cost of brass in the states?

I'm curious as to this calibre or the somewhat increased flexibility of the 375 Flanged for african hunting.

Any thoughts?

FB

Loading for the 450/400 3" has been very easy. I originally bought Bell Brass in 450/400 but now that Hornady and Jamison are making it it's even easier and cheaper to find.

http://www.midwayusa.com/brows...*652***670***9013***


I tried Hornady's ammo when it first came out with the RN bullet and it shot well but a bit slow ~ 1950fps. I have not tried the newer Hornady with the DGX or DGS heads.

I have been able to get very good results with either Rel 15 or 4831 and Woodleighs.

If DG is on the menu I would prefer the 450/400 over the 375 Flanged.

Ditto on the above...Midway USA has all the components you need. I've had my best luck with RL15. I suppose it would depend on the rifle and bullet selection etc. Good luck and have fun.

I'm using Hornady brass, which is $32.99 per 20 or thereabouts depending on the vendor. It is excellent brass, very uniform both in shape and weight. I use H4831 powder and Woodleigh 400gr softpoints. The Woodleighs, again depending on vendor, run about $45 per 50. Not an inexpensive caliber by any means, but the Hornady brass seems to be quite durable; my first batch are on their third loading and I have yet to lose a case. I'm shooting them from a Ruger #1.

I used 84grns of H4831 with Hornerber cases, Woodleigh bullets and Fed 215 primers with good results.
But naturally recommend starting a few grains of powder less.