2 Accurate No. Remarks: Palmettostatearmory. Hornady's 357 data in their latest edition is the same as their previous edition with the exception that they added 300-MP to two bullet weights and dropped H4227 altogether. Blue Dot IS the only 357 powder! It has info about .357 loads. The shorter the barrel the more powder that is still burning as it passes out the end of the barrel .

JHP, 125 gr. Awesome!

Do not use any Speer 11 Blue Dot data. I use 12.2 grainis under a 140 gr. I use 12.2 grainis under a 140 gr. JSP, .357 with JHP, .357 with JSP .357 Armour Piercing(no longer legal or available), 160 gr. .357 Magnum - Manufacturer Loading Data. FWIW I really like 2400 in the .357 magnum.

I have pushed cast bullets to 1450 fps.

JHP ? https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/12cjblt0pDB-csBqvoDoCLQH_SLRlUNLHkBVDxge1O2k/edit#gid=4, Quote from: TXCOONDOG on October 17, 2016, 04:38:52 PM. The shorter the barrel the more powder that is still burning as it passes out the end of the barrel .

I was never able to achieve those velocities in a revolver with jacketed bullets without pressure signs. Such emails will be ignored.

Usually if i cant find loading data on the powder mfg web site for a particular bullet/powder combination I want use it.

Lots of velocity variance and the bench was covered with leftover powder. It's way too hot even for back then! I get better performance from the lighter xtps.

20.9 gr. With all my guns, what do I have to be paranoid about? Shot from the longer barrel of a rifle, though, the .357 shows a pronounced improvement in velocity and trajectory. Inaccuracy is an over-pressure symptom. Use a magnum primer (or WLP) and a good crimp. Canister Sizes: View All Blue Dot ® … It that is happening you are likely to see a bit of lead splatter on your muzzle that favors one side. I have read the warnings and they seem to be for the 125 grainers only. I loaded some 140 gr xtp's and blue dot with no issues. By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of data and cookies. I stick with the more traditional magnum powders now. At least my wrist can feel the difference. what is your favorite .357 magnum load using Blue Dot and 158 gr. Principal Purpose: Magnum shotshell loads, 10, 12, 16, 20 and 28 ga. I tried a load of 14.5 Grains Blue Dot with a Hornady 125 XTP in 357 magnum. as a reduced load with very good results. This is why they posted the safety alert that states for it not to be used with published .41 Mag load data or in the .357 Mag with bullets 125 gr. (See note on Powders below or read all about various Powders.) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. I learned a heavy crimp is needed to get it to burn completely as well, much more so than h110. If you are experiencing difficulties posting in the Buy/Sell/Trade subforums of TFL, please read the "sticky" announcement threads at the top of the applicable subforum. Some people love this powder but usually tends to be in the mid range or lower power loads.

At about 10.5 grains I started to see signs of significantly higher pressure (sticking cases, and much flatter primers) when shooting them out of my S&W model 28. i looked at the alliant warning but did not btoher to worry about it since i am shooting 158 grain which is much higher than 125.and in my book it also has 10.7 at max load but 9.9 at start load.and the oal is well within the limits.also the cases are not sticking at all.turn the revolver over and they all fall out no problem,the primers are also in fine condition,no flattening or signs of excessive pressure. My retirement plan is simple, I'm only working until, hey thanks for all the info. Hornady's data is not any newer than the Lyman 49th. For example, the Uberti shot Sierra 125-grain JHC bullets 818 fps faster than a revolver with the same 22.0 grains of Power Pro 300-MP.

We use data about you for a number of purposes explained in the links below. I tryed blue dot in my 6" 686 but my gun didn't like it as well as 14.7 grains of 2400 with a 158 grain XTP.

The higher the pressure behind the bullet is when it exits the muzzle, the more any slight asymmetry in either the bullet base or the muzzle crown gets exaggerated. Loads for .357 Maximum: (Note: These are near maximum loads, you should use 10% less to start.) 2400 is also good for magnum handgun loads, but burns dirtier and meters less well, IME.

but I did not get good results. I have to pick up some primers so I'll pick up some 4227. hp using CCI or Federal primers. That is because the escaping gas pushes on the base of the bullet as it exits. Login with username, password and session length. Do not use any Speer 11 Blue Dot data. Have not loaded any .357's lately so I guess I will have to find me another powder to load my 125's ? Date: Apr 01 2012 Mikayla Midtlyng is shooting the Uberti Lightning ... Powders - Reloading 357 Magnum. Doubles as magnum handgun load.

I bet its hard to find these days? I tried Blue Dot with with 158gr JHP for .357 Mag. I don't know what COL you were using or what the length of the bullet was?