Hi All, new guy here. I've browsed the forums and learned a lot already. I want to develop
some low power loads using cast bullets and
bullseye powder for 45 acp (for a new 1911)
and for a 30-06 Garand that will come from CMP. I have already gotten ahead of myself
by getting getting some Lee molds: The TL452-230-2R for the 45 acp and a C309-160-1R for the Garand, and of course the Bullseye.
I have read about the issue of reduced charges with slow powders possibly causing a secondary explosion. Lets say I start with loads well under the starting loads, which is about 4 grains in the 45, so say I start with 1 grain,
and of course there is no
published value for the 30-06 with bullseye, but say I start with 1 grain as well.
What dangers do I need to look out for, other
than making sure the bullet came out of the muzzle on each shot?
As I increase the powder charge, how can I tell
if pressure is becoming excessive in the Garand? Would you measure each casing before and after firing, and if so how? I have
some photographs of overpressure cases in
the Lee reloading manual, but they seem a
bit subjective to interpret.
Is there any chance I can develop a safe load
for the Garand with the bullseye and the 160 grain bullet that will cycle the action and not beat up the rifle?
If I gas check the 30 cal bullets, does that cause some special problems at low loads?
Sorry for the choppy layout.. I'm from the days
when people had to put in their own <CR> and <LF>, and we liked it!
Thanks for you help.