38 Super loads

torizus

New to reloading and trying to find load for my 38 Super with 130 grn FMJ and Win 231. These are the components I'm stuck with at this time due to an injury. All my manuals. Lyman,Speer and Lee do not cover this bullet or the powder (lee has 1 entry).
I'm looking for a minimum power target load for a Colt 1911 (80 series). any help is appreciated.

torizus

Anyone want to give their pet loads for 38 super?? It is for open class in USPSA.

Hawk Carse

Hodgdon shows:
130 GR. SIERRA FMJ .355" 1.275" OAL
Winchester 231
4.9 gr 1021 fps 24,900 CUP
5.5 gr 1134 fps 31,200 CUP

The starting load is very close to the old .38 ACP but will run most Super pistols.

CapnMidnight

+1 for the 5.5gr W231, works good in my 38 Supers. 5grs Bullseye is also a good load for that bullet.
W.D.

torizus

looks like I'll start at 5.0 and work my way up, thats great, thanks guys.