|
|
Register •
FAQ •
My feedback
• Login
|
|
|
 |
 |
It is currently Tue Apr 23, 2024 5:42 pm
|
What powder do you like for .357?
| Author |
Message |
|
harleyjasondavidson
Site Supporter
Location: 1.5 hour N of seattle, sedro woolley
Joined: Wed Oct 26, 2011
Posts: 1708
Real Name: J.
|
cootduster wrote: I have used Blue Dot for hot "Flame Throwers" 1200+ ft/sec from a 6" 586, 125 gr. plated FN.
I like Unique for run of the mill full house loads 1000 ft/sec with 158 gr. cast SWC.
cootduster +1 on the BlueDot, thats my go to in nearly all magnum revolver calibers. Should perform even better out of a rifle length bbl.
_________________
If it doesn't run on 2 wheels or a trigger... save your breath i'm, not listening.
|
| Tue Dec 16, 2014 11:53 am |
|
|
|
dan10mmman
Site Supporter
Location: Des Moines, WA
Joined: Wed Aug 29, 2012
Posts: 571
|
I have loaded many different powders in the 357. H-110 has been my favorite, followed closely by Blue Dot. They can both deliver in the higher velocity loads. The H-110 has less flash, burns cleaner and was more accurate for me. Personally I like a true MAGNUM load, not for the weak or the faint hearted, you load a 110gr. @2.000fps you need ear plugs and muff's gloves and your hand will still sting. And I recommend using these loads only in a Ruger or stronger action, if you can find one.....
|
| Tue Dec 16, 2014 12:11 pm |
|
|
|
unknownghost
Site Supporter
Location: Lacey
Joined: Sat Sep 21, 2013
Posts: 634
Real Name: Nick
|
+1 for IMR 4227. I run 15.5 grains behind a 158 grain JHP for my .357 loads. Not as flashy as H110, but a nice load IMO.
_________________
I have a very strict gun control policy: if there's a gun around, I want to be in control of it. - Clint Eastwood
|
| Tue Dec 16, 2014 2:25 pm |
|
|
|
dogfish
Site Supporter
Location: McCleary
Joined: Fri Mar 7, 2014
Posts: 2003
Real Name: Andy
|
Blue dot and 296
_________________
It ain't bragging if you can do it.
|
| Mon Dec 29, 2014 9:05 am |
|
|
|
B.Random
Location: Covington
Joined: Sun Feb 16, 2014
Posts: 112
|
I just tested some loaded with Accurate #5 the other day and it seemed to work well. I was shooting plated bullets at a fairly low velocity though. The factory loads I tried afterward were much stronger.
|
| Tue Jan 06, 2015 1:21 pm |
|
|
|
everett bill
Site Supporter
Location: south everett
Joined: Fri Apr 8, 2011
Posts: 293
|
I like W-296 for magnum pistol.
|
| Tue Jan 06, 2015 6:55 pm |
|
|
|
Bxc53
Site Supporter
Location: Lynden
Joined: Sun Jan 12, 2014
Posts: 725
Real Name: Brian
|
I like 296 as a first choice for full Magnum loads with 2400 and 4227 as acceptable substitutes if 296 is not available.
For mid-range down to mouse fart target/plinking loads, I find Unique very flexible as regards load variations and the flakes seem pretty insensitive to use in a partially filled case. Some folks think it's 'dirty' but my revolvers clean up fine with a little CLP and elbow grease...
|
| Tue Jan 06, 2015 7:18 pm |
|
|
|
Who is online |
Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 12 guests |
|
You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot post attachments in this forum
|
|
