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.44 mag
Cooch
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Just bought a 29 and took it to the range. I LOVE THIS THING!!! I have never had a .44 before and am now devoted to it almost as much as my .357.
Anyone have any pet loads? I am looking for something less punishing for range use. While I am a big guy, full house loads get to me after a box or so. Since I need to get used to the weapon I am looking for something lighter. Someone has mentioned loading to .44 special specs? Any ideas? I have everything I need except for bullets and data.
Anyone have any pet loads? I am looking for something less punishing for range use. While I am a big guy, full house loads get to me after a box or so. Since I need to get used to the weapon I am looking for something lighter. Someone has mentioned loading to .44 special specs? Any ideas? I have everything I need except for bullets and data.
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As much as I appreciate firing full powder loads, over a period of time they can wear your hand out and start a case of the shakes. Using .44 Special loads will extend my shooting time and some loads prove to be extremely accurate.
Here are some loads to work with:
http://www.reloadammo.com/44sloads.htm
Some heavy Special loads:
http://www.handloads.com/articles/default.asp?id=4
A large selection:
http://www.handloads.com/loaddata/default.asp?Caliber=44 Special&Weight=All&type=Handgun&Order=Powder&Source=
(sorry, tinyurl is down right now)
Best.
I prefer 225 and 240 grain jacketted hollow points. I do not load at the top end - no reason to. Just wearing on the gun and you. Yes, fullhouse 44 mag rounds DO WEAR on a pistol, regardless of brand.
Pay CLOSE attention to double loading these cases, you will only do it once. TRIPLE check your charged cases BEFORE you move on to the next step.
Keep them coming.