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Reloading 45 ACP

alligator123
I have a reloading problem concerning 45 ACP. I recently bought a full size Kimber Eclipse Custom II and have shot approximately 100 FMJ commercial ammo without any problem. Since I reload, I worked up some rounds with Hornady 200 gr. lead semi-wadcutter with 5.1 gr. of Unique powder. The result was not totally good. There were some jams from the magazine to the chamber and the point of impact was about 6 inches high at 45 feet. I checked the length of each round and matched them to the commercial ammo. I wonder if I need to increase the amount of powder as the Lee reloading die info calls for 7.1 gr. of powder. Do I merely need to break the pistol in?
I would appreciate any assistance.
Thanks,
dchristian
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  • alligator123
    If a spent shell is hard to get into the shell holder, it that an indication that it is time to trash it?
    Thanks
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  • perry shooter
    Most likely a good idea to trash BUT some brands are slightly larger then others and some shell holders are on the small side of SPEC.
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  • dcs shooters
    If the lettering on the head is looking smashed, yes. Some brass is softer than others.
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  • alligator123
    Thanks for your help
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  • bama55
    Might also check for a backed out primer. Another indication of time to discard that piece.
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