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"Why reload?" some people ask. Well, in addition to ensuring a supply of ammunition in case of a shortage...
...the other reason is versatility.
I just got through developing a load for .44 Special this evening. It is definitely a "+P" .44 Special load, as my lead alloy is a bit hard (straight wheel weights) for proper obturation at 13,000 CUP. But a pressure of closer to 22,000 CUP makes wheel weight lead obturate beautifully.
The proof is in the shooting. Tests of this new load show group sizes--and this is shooting offhand--of about 1 inch at just over 22 yards, my range's max distance.
But since it's a "+P" .44 Special load, wny not just use Magnum cases? The answer: because I have way more Special cases than Magnum cases at this time, my only .44 caliber gun is a .44 Magnum and can thus easily handle this pressure, and my reloads get used *ONLY* in *my* guns.
This ability to handle large differences in load pressure ("mild" to "WILD") are also a good case for choosing a revolver, but that's a different set of posts....
So, for those of you wondering why you should consider reloading, this is one good example of why. Within reason, you can tailor your load to whatever you need. And with proper load development, it will be better than the expensive stuff you buy in the stores.
...the other reason is versatility.
I just got through developing a load for .44 Special this evening. It is definitely a "+P" .44 Special load, as my lead alloy is a bit hard (straight wheel weights) for proper obturation at 13,000 CUP. But a pressure of closer to 22,000 CUP makes wheel weight lead obturate beautifully.
The proof is in the shooting. Tests of this new load show group sizes--and this is shooting offhand--of about 1 inch at just over 22 yards, my range's max distance.
But since it's a "+P" .44 Special load, wny not just use Magnum cases? The answer: because I have way more Special cases than Magnum cases at this time, my only .44 caliber gun is a .44 Magnum and can thus easily handle this pressure, and my reloads get used *ONLY* in *my* guns.
This ability to handle large differences in load pressure ("mild" to "WILD") are also a good case for choosing a revolver, but that's a different set of posts....
So, for those of you wondering why you should consider reloading, this is one good example of why. Within reason, you can tailor your load to whatever you need. And with proper load development, it will be better than the expensive stuff you buy in the stores.
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