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powder question in 9mm
i ordered some 124gr bullets for 9mm, but my problem is the only powder i have on hand that i can use in it is green dot and i dont have a listing for that powder in that weight bullet. my book say green dot under 115gr bullet is 4.7gr, and under 147gr bullet use 3.5gr of green dot.
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My 2000 edition of the freebee lists 5.2gr with the 125gr lead or FMJ.
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5.2 gr of green dot? 4.7gr of green dot will not leave enough room for the powder to move when the bullet is seated.
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I wouldn't know, I don't use GD. I just provided the info.
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Federal cases and Federal 100 Small Pistol primers used for all loads. Barrel lengths of test gun: Beretta, 5-inch barrel. (Handloader Issue 135)
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Jimkim, you a smart helpful man.
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I just have a good data base.
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In truth, there are quite a few on here that are smart, very helpful and also have a good data base. But to share it and help, comes from within my friend...
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thanks everyone for all of your help.
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jimkim is gold.
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yessir he knows gun powder,chili powder..
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Thanks guys.
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i like these 124gr bullets much more. im loading them with 3.6gr green dot and they function fine. the 115gr bullets i had to use max powder and a firm crimp to get them to function.
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Kool. Hows the accuracy? Now you can log that load in your journal and you can pass it down to your apprentice.
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Thanks guys.
