98s1lightning
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Where should I start for powders for a 10 1/2" bbl blackhawk 44 mag. I'm looking for a "lower" recoil load to start out. I might try the starting load of alliant 300mp. I like it for max loads in my 357, and that powder is said to respond well to long barrels. I want more power than 44 special but not crazy violent loads. I'm also thinking of starting with the hornady XTP because it's available, affordable and suitable for hunting. Maybe start with 200gr bullets the 180's look short.