The only downsides are that they are xeroxed copies, but totally legible, and the its only. The lyman load data series is the perfect choice for the beginner reloader looking for data for a specific cartridge. Like all lyman handbooks, this book covers all popular brands of powder, primers and bullets, even includes load data for bullets cast from popular lee precision, lyman, rcbs and saico molds. Our reloading kits have everything you need to get started, or if you are already an experienced reloader, we have the tools to upgrade your reloading bench to the most efficient, stateoftheart, ammunition. The older, thick, accurate manuals have data for heavier cast bullets. Found this online the other day and shared it with another user today. Questions and discussion of load selections and development. Accurate now has reintroduced xmp5744, a slow burning, bulky powder and is good in magnum pistol loads. Powders include hodgdon, winchester, alliant, imr, ramshot, accurate, vihtavuori. However, the speer data in the same book shows the 250 gr lswc over 18.
Lyman load data book revolver 38 spec 357 mag 44 mag. When youre launching a 300grain bullet past 1,200 fps, you want to keep the margin available in case of trouble, not use it to generate a few more. This is a discussion on lyman 429244 44mag swcgc within the reloading forums, part of the firearm forum category. The lyman cast bullet manual at least the ones i have are a little disappointing on their heavybullet data. His is a lyman 429421 keith bullet over a load of 2400. The lyman reloading book is a necessity for those who love gunsmithing and want to know everything there is to know about this hobby. Using bullets from sierra jacketed hc, hornady jacketed hp, winchester jacketed silvertip, speer jacketed hp, hornady jacketed fp, speer jacketed gdsp, sierra jacketed sp.
Now lymans load data is available by caliber or category in handy books. Chapter 12 the keith semiwadcutter swc cast bullet. The first thing i notice is how much hotter the loads are than my lyman 49th. H110w296 are strickly magnum powders and cannot be loaded using reduced charges. Load data is out of date as powder formulations have changed since then. The official homepage of the worlds most popular and informative bullet reloading manuals. But the lyman book lists oal for some of their bullets up to 1. I dug out my old rcbs cast bullet manual and it does give a load for h110 of from 22. A good personal selection of reloading data logs, manuals, and books can answer all of your reloading questions. Its weight averaged 256 grains when cast of scrap wheelweight metal. Lyman had some pretty good data available for these cartridges. I like to use a combination of hodgdons online load data, the lyman load data book currently, the 50th edition, and the hornady and speer load data books. Can anyone recommend some good manuals or load data sources.
My load book the complete reloading manual for the. Sep 24, 2010 all the topend reloading data with pressuretested data shows. From case cleaning to case prep and powder measures to presses, lyman has got all of your reloading supplies and equipment needs covered. Powders include accurate, alliant, hodgdon, winchester, vihtavuori, imr. Keith didnt send this design in to lyman until about 1931 well before the unveiling of the. They also put out a cast bullet handbook, 4th edition is the latest. They give loads for lyman casrt as well as other popular cast from rcbs, saeco and lee. Since i dont have a 44 magnum or a 45 long colt guns this book is not. The lyman load data book for popular revolver calibers is ideal for the reloader who only wants to reload for select revolver calibers. The spreadsheet demonstrates that there is only an average of. H110 should make a good powder for reloading with cast bullets, lyman just doesnt show a load. This item ships from an alternate warehouse, may take an extra two weeks to ship, and is not available for purchase in our prescott showroom. The lyman loading data manual will only enhance your love for gunsmithing and open up your. I know the bullet is copper plated, not jacketed so i wasnt going to push it that fast but i thought i could get up in the mid 0s with out leading or safety concerns.
All the topend reloading data with pressuretested data shows. Getting started in reloading can seem daunting, but it doesnt need to be. It can also be used effectively in rifle cartridges, like the 3006, so its a good one to have for the magnum pistol loads and for rifle. It is the powder that elmer keith settled on when he was developing his heavy. From case cleaning to case prep and powder measures to presses, lyman has got all of the reloading supplies and equipment to keep you covered. We offer books from all of the major bullet manufacturers as well as references for revolver, rifle and shotgun loads. Load data books are ideal for the reloader who only wants to reload for select calibers. Not only did have the data i wanted but it allows you to compare data from severally sources without spending a couple hundred bucks on manuals. It must ship ups and cannot ship to guam, puerto rico, or other us territories. I eventually settled on a grain less for that first model 29 in. Lyman put out the 50th edition manual that has load data for jacketed as well cast bullets. A simple mistake can cost you fingers, eyes, and gun parts. Reloading supplies and equipment by lyman reloaders.
Then select your bullet weight, powder manufacturer and powder type. The rest of the book is about lyman reloading equipment. This bullet was specifically designed for the socalled. Except for one bullet, all are over the recommended maximum length. Powders include alliant, winchester, imr, accurate, ramshot, hodgdon, vihtavuori. Get a copy of their booklet and check this powder out. Lyman load data book is sure to keep you at tiptop shape on your reloading information. If youre unsure, or just want options, check as many boxes as youd like. Free pdf lyman reloading manual online 44th edition. Free pdf lyman reloading manual online 44th edition edit. I have been told to use jacketed data to start but was looking for someone who has.
The load data books are ideal for the reloader who only wants to reload for select calibers. The max load of trail boss in 44 magnum cases with the 200 gr rnfp gave 950 fps from a 5. Midsouth offers a good selection of reference books for reloading nearly any type of ammunition. Our 300 grain hollow point will offer a bit more penetration for larger game animals. Like all lyman handbooks, these cover all popular brands of powder, primers and bullets, even cast bullets. Set your sights on pistol reloading data hodgdon reloading. The lyman reloading manual on my loading bench listed 23. Both books sierra second edition and a lyman cast bullet handbook say the oal is 1. Strange that the load book wouldnt have the standard load. A bit older but it is a free reloading manual, yay. From this point further i am done with books of this type that are for one caliber or a few calibers such as this one. Because of its manageable power and excellent accuracy, the 44 magnum is one of the best handgun hunting cartridges out there. Lyman 49th edition reloading handbook, soft 9816049 0011516960498.
Lymans load data book, popular revolver calibers track of. This manual goes perfectly next to your gunsmithing tools and will guide you. Looking for reloading data for 44 mag for use in a carbine. Dec 04, 2006 i have a question about overall length. The most uptodate and comprehensive 223 rem data available new data for. Lymans load data book, popular revolver calibers track. I find tightgroup equal to bullseye, these loads are tightgroup in special brass in a 5 12 inch 629 with 429421. This book compiles data from several bullet manufacturers and powder manufacturers.