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AA5744
Jan 26, 2015 17:29:11 GMT -5
Post by hacker54 on Jan 26, 2015 17:29:11 GMT -5
Ok guys need some input if anyone that had used this powder. Years ago I tried this powder then it was XMP 5744 since they have dropped the XMP. I tried this in my 444 Marlin for jacketed loads and did not get the results that I was hoping for. This powder is listed for a lot of cast bullet loads at the time my Marlin had the Micro-Groove barrel and they recommended not to use cast bullets. So I gave the powder to a good friend and he used it in his single shot 45-70 using cast bullets and had very good results with it. So I'm thinking of getting some cast bullets for my single shot 30/30 and I'm thinking of trying this powder again. So I'm looking for any comments both good and bad.
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gws
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Location: NW New Mexico
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AA5744
Jan 26, 2015 20:44:04 GMT -5
Post by gws on Jan 26, 2015 20:44:04 GMT -5
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AA5744
Jan 27, 2015 1:37:59 GMT -5
Post by hacker54 on Jan 27, 2015 1:37:59 GMT -5
Thanks GWS. I do have a couple of data sources. I am more interested in hearing reviews from others that have used this powder. As for me I did not have good results in the 444 Marlin with jacketed but my late friend had very good results in his 45-70 with cast.
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mule
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AA5744
Jan 28, 2015 0:32:06 GMT -5
Post by mule on Jan 28, 2015 0:32:06 GMT -5
Hacker, I also use 5744 for cast bullet 45-70 ammo. For cast bullet .30-30 I prefer Red Dot/Promo or Unique. I tried Trail Boss but went back to Promo. You may find the attached interesting. www.gmdr.com/lever/lowveldata.htm |
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AA5744
Jan 28, 2015 1:16:49 GMT -5
Post by hacker54 on Jan 28, 2015 1:16:49 GMT -5
Thank you Mule. I found it interesting but it did center on CAS type shooting with about 1450 max on the fps. I'm looking at a deer load that will suffice out to 150 yards. I'm also looking at a velocity range of 1700 to 1900 fps. Also looking for accuracy in 1.5 inch or under for group size. Any way it would be a fun project.
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7mmmountaineer
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Time to face it I am a workaholic............
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AA5744
Jan 31, 2015 19:56:28 GMT -5
Post by 7mmmountaineer on Jan 31, 2015 19:56:28 GMT -5
170 (L) LC RN FP 19.8 1,791 22.0 2,035 32,800 2.550 170 (L) TS RNFPGC 18.7 1,795 24.3 2,197 41,297 2.520
Source is ACC/Ramshot #5 hope this helps you out some Gary. This is also the heavies cast bullet they list. |
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AA5744
Jan 31, 2015 21:00:35 GMT -5
Post by hacker54 on Jan 31, 2015 21:00:35 GMT -5
Chuck,
Thanks I do have a copy of their manual and their updates on my computer. I am interested in others review of the powder other than mine and my late friend. There is a couple places around here that have it and I'm thinking of giving it another shot to see how it would perform.
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