I tried a new handload today, ZERO 125 grain JSPs loaded with H110. I used Hornady's 9th ed. data (for pistols) at a bit over mid-range for the bullet. I also shot my usual handload of ZERO 130 grain FMJs loaded with Unique at about mid-range for that bullet. There was a discernible difference between the two rounds in each of my guns. With the 125, the Uberti SmokeWagon revolver had a noticeable kick and plenty of bright fire. With the Henry H006M, recoil was not noticeable at all, but there was a much louder report. Accuracy with the 125 JSPs seemed to have been worse than the 130 FMJs. I shot a box of 50 125s first, a box of 50 130s next; alternating five rounds each between the two guns, 25 rounds at each target.
My range is indoors and I shoot standing, off hand with the rifle at 75 feet; standing, one handed with the revolver at 25 feet.
As usual, I enjoyed the time at the range and learned a bit more about my guns and my handloads. This is a great hobby!
- SmokeWagon 6" target at 25 feet
- SmokeWagon 6" target at 25 feet
- Henry Big Boy .357 6" target at 75 feet
- Henry Big Boy .357 6" target at 75 feet
