CavalierLeif
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Hi all - I'm working up some rounds for my Rossi R92 16" .357 and I'd like to roll some for hunting whitetail here on the East Coast.
So far, I've been reloading SWCHP 158 gr Hornady Frontier Lead since I already have a stock of them, but I imagine these aren't ideal for hunting. Probably a 158 gr or 180 gr RNFP would be better. But, the R92 has a 1/30" twist rate, which I'm concerned may not stabilize the heavier 180 gr as well.
I've seen cast, powdered cast and plated in 158 gr and 180 gr and I'm open to feedback on which combination of weight and structure would be best for this rifle for a hunting load.
Any thoughts/experienced opinions about a favorite bullet for a .357 magnum deer hunting handload?
Planning on using Win 231 since I have it already, but could put another powder on the look-out list if necessary.
Many thanks
So far, I've been reloading SWCHP 158 gr Hornady Frontier Lead since I already have a stock of them, but I imagine these aren't ideal for hunting. Probably a 158 gr or 180 gr RNFP would be better. But, the R92 has a 1/30" twist rate, which I'm concerned may not stabilize the heavier 180 gr as well.
I've seen cast, powdered cast and plated in 158 gr and 180 gr and I'm open to feedback on which combination of weight and structure would be best for this rifle for a hunting load.
Any thoughts/experienced opinions about a favorite bullet for a .357 magnum deer hunting handload?
Planning on using Win 231 since I have it already, but could put another powder on the look-out list if necessary.
Many thanks
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