45 Colt is somewhat position sensitive of the powder in the case, at least with Unique.
Powder against the primer when firing will yield a higher velocity than powder against the bullet.
Fortunately, for shorter ranges, it does not make a difference in accuracy.
At one time, I had to press my Model 25-5 into service for an IHMSA handgun silhouette match.
Out to 150 meters (turkeys), I had enough sight adjustment. For the 200 meter rams, I needed to aim about 20 ft above the target for a reliable hit. Once I figured the appropriate Kentucky windage, if I hit the 200 meter ram, it fell.
Yes, a 44 Magum revolver would have been a better, flatter sooting choice, but I did not own one at the time.
Powder against the primer when firing will yield a higher velocity than powder against the bullet.
Fortunately, for shorter ranges, it does not make a difference in accuracy.
At one time, I had to press my Model 25-5 into service for an IHMSA handgun silhouette match.
Out to 150 meters (turkeys), I had enough sight adjustment. For the 200 meter rams, I needed to aim about 20 ft above the target for a reliable hit. Once I figured the appropriate Kentucky windage, if I hit the 200 meter ram, it fell.
Yes, a 44 Magum revolver would have been a better, flatter sooting choice, but I did not own one at the time.