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01 October 2003, 14:44
<wildcat51>
45 colt 800X
Anyone worked up a load for 45 colt using 800X and 300 grain cast bullet. 1000 FPS would be great. Need for Ruger Blackhawk.

[ 10-01-2003, 05:45: Message edited by: wildcat51 ]
02 October 2003, 03:18
Cherokee
Hodgdon Reloading Manual #26 has what you are looking for.
02 October 2003, 06:10
<wildcat51>
Thanks!
02 October 2003, 09:09
Geo.
About your initial choice of 800-X. Historically, this powder has had metering problems. They might have cured that by now, but I was never impressed. Use the Hodgdon website.
02 October 2003, 15:14
<wildcat51>
Handloader had an extensive 45 ACP article which tested several powders with cast bullets. 800X was the best. My 1911 will clover leaf at 25 yards with the load and cast bullet they recommeded. Hoping for similar results with 45 colt.
03 October 2003, 12:21
243winxb
quote:
Originally posted by Geo.:
About your initial choice of 800-X. Historically, this powder has had metering problems. They might have cured that by now, but I was never impressed. Use the Hodgdon website.
I find 800x has a metering problem also. Same as blue dot. be careful, check each case before seating the bullet.