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varian

June 06, 2017 08:01

can i use the load data in my 1988 hodgdon'S manual for a new batch of H4350. the reason im being anal about this is im trying to use 150 grain bullets and hodgdon's newest reloading pamplet only shows 140gr and 160gr bullets.

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  Arby

  June 06, 2017 08:46

  Varian...I had the same type of questions...
  
  I'm using Hornady's 7th Edition Reloading book. Data for 45-70 1895 Gov't 300 gr lists Starting loads for IMR 4198 @ 35.8gr and a Max @ 48.7gr....Hodgdon's website lists Start@ 53.7 and Max@ 57.2.
  
  I called Hodgdon Tech Service, they said the Start point should be @45grs and a Max @48grs this agrees with the listings in the Hornady book.
  
  Call Hodgdon:
  
  "If you have a safety problem or concern - DO NOT EMAIL - CALL US DIRECTLY 7:00am to 5:30pm Central Monday-Thursday : 913-362-9455"

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  243winxb

  June 06, 2017 15:30

  Bullet types makes a big difference in pressure if both are not lead core, jacketed bullets.
  http://stevespages.com/page8a.htm
  More data here. Stay away for maximums.

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  varian

  June 07, 2017 12:40

  called Hodgdons today. their current data's Max load is the starting load in my book. glad i called. thanks all for your help, and stay with current data.

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  nononsense

  June 07, 2017 15:54

  varian,
  
  Or if you're closer to your computer, use their online database:
  
  http://www.hodgdonreloading.com/
  
  Best.

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