Looking for load data for the .405 Win using 250 grain Hammers.
.405 Winchester load data
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100percent
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Did you ever load the 250's? Looking for something besides the 300 grain hornady
Yes, I'm using Norma 201, 55 grains @ 2200+ FPS. That's all my shoulder will allow. Could get close to 2600 if you're willing to be punished.
100percent
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No sir! I've been punished enough!!!
Thank you for the information. I'm working on finding a die set to reload for this beast!
Thank you for the information. I'm working on finding a die set to reload for this beast!
I think I may have some brass saved, but it sure isn't from my favorite manufacturer.
Along the same lines, I have no desire for more pressure than the factory 300gr loads.
Along the same lines, I have no desire for more pressure than the factory 300gr loads.
Left Hand Dave
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I have been working on loads and getting up to 2600 FPS but accuracy was not there. Currently working around 2500 FPS but I think my scope may have went south. Going to switch it out and see what happens.
Only brass maker I know of is Hornady! My accuracy is scary good. The bullets put a serious whacking on the two deer I shot last year. 250 Shock Hammer.
If you can't find any I'll send you 20 or so of them. Just pay shipping.
Me too.
100percent
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Thanks, guys! I have around 20 fired cases along with 60 factory loads. Waiting on dies and hammers!
I don't have any Norma 201 but will figure out a substitute. Thanks again!
I don't have any Norma 201 but will figure out a substitute. Thanks again!
Left Hand Dave
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I have been trying N-120, N-130 and N-133.
Anything in that burn range will work fine. I got the Norma powder during covid era because that was the only powder brand available. It works very well on a number of cartridges. Best groups I had in my Grendel was using it. Plus I still have three pounds of it.
