Results of the six 45 Colt test loads. Accurate #5 mild load. 200gr Gallant coated.
Cimarron 1858 New Army Conversion. 45 Colt, 8 inch barrel.
Distance 113 feet. Side of a tree as a wrist rest.
2 1/2 hits on 10 inch steel plate.
The other 2 1/2 in the dirt.
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45 Colt
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Re: 45 Colt
Thanks. I was surprised I could hit the target at that distance with a pistol. I suppose the 8 inch barrel and tree rest had a lot to do with it.fortyshooter wrote: ↑Mon Mar 06, 2023 7:36 pmGood shooting with the 45 Mags! Do you have other loads to test?
I previously tested and adjusted 45 Colt loads for recoil comfort. I didn't have those targets then. Those where shot into the dirt. About the same distance.
CFE Pistol behind 250gr Nosler JHP
CFE Pistol behind 230gr Berry's copper plated RN
Accurate #2 behind the 200gr Gallant
Once dialed in, they are all comfortable to shoot. Someday soon I shoot'em for accuracy check.
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Re: 45 Colt
What forty said. Good shooting. I need to get some 45 colt put together too. I have to work 4 hours tomorrow then I have the rest of the week off. If another fire doesn't pop up maybe I will get something done on the bench. Thanks for the inspiration.
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