Winchester 1886 45/70

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12 August 2006, 20:06

Westernmassman

Winchester 1886 45/70

My buddy drew a Moose tag and his heart is set on using his Win 1886 lt. weight TD in 45/70. It has a serial #>100K.

I know nothing about this rifle, or cartridge, but my buddy has found old articles with reloading recipes of 400gr Barnes bullets over 53gr of IMR3031. Does anyone have experience with reloading for this rifle? I appreciate any opinions.

I'll be backing him up with my Whelan.

13 August 2006, 01:09

Brent

If he wants to try loading it the old fashioned way, black powder and lead, I'd be glad to help.

Hell of a moose rifle though.

Brent

When there is lead in the air, there is hope in my heart -- MWH ~1996

13 August 2006, 02:42

Idaho Sharpshooter

Try 38gr of H4198...1750fps
52gr of H4895/AA2495
50gr of IMR3031
or 50gr of IMR4064

Per Barnes they are all good for about the same velocity.

regards,

Rich