Missouri 240 RNFP patterns.

[Schneeky]

Hey guys. Just got back here and saw the responses. Currently recovering from knee surgery but we're gettin closer to that time again.
I was reflecting on my past hunting seasons and how much I shoot overall. I ain't a high volume shooter. So mebbe I'll just use the jacketed. I want something with some extra ooomph to penetrate those tough boar plates without coming apart into little pieces. Can't always wait for a quartering away shot.
Anyways, what size OD XTP's (or whatever)are y'all using in your Henry rifles? I'll use the lead in the revolvers. d:^)

[JEBar]

since you started this thread I've come full circle on my bullets of choice .... I no longer use lead bullets .... with literally thousands on hand that wasn't an easy decision to make .... when it comes to 44's, we've gone back to our roots and in both our rifle and revolver only use Nosler 240 gr JHP's pushed by 23.8 gr of W296 or H110 .... we have taken black bear, boar, and whitetail deer with them .... we have used this load since the mid '60's and in all respects, their performance has consistently proven to be exceptional

[Shakey Jake]

I'm using Accurate #9 and .225 gr FXT. Most accurate combo for my Marlin .44 mag by far.
Jake

[Schneeky]

Are you guys noticing any difference in accuracy/performance with the various diameter jacketed bullets?
I'm finding .429, .430 & .431 diameter bullets. Thanks.. d:^)

[Schneeky]

They come sized at .430 if you don't ask for a different sizing. What are yours sized at? The Henry's in .44 have a groove diameter spec'd at .431 which is SAAMI specs. So, a .432 cast bullet will work best. I would expect mediocre to poor accuracy if they are sized at .430, but sometimes that is not always the case.

.430. And the Valiants I have are all .429. Hehehe.
Walp, I reckon the 'Smith'll have plenty ta eat for a while. d;^)

Talked to Henry CS and they said the groove diameter is SAAMI .431, IIRC. d:^)