Herco in 45 Colt

[Reeferman]

I found a can of Herco that was given to me a few years ago by my BIL that he had for 20 years. Thought I would try it in 45 Colt. Used 9 grains under a Kieth style that dropped at 263, powder coated and a Federal magnum primer. Going to pick up a new can of Herco and see if I get the same results. Fired 18 rounds at 25 yards from a rest from SBH Bisley with 7 1/2” barrel. I’m pretty happy with the results. The two fliers were probably from me flinching when others were shooting next to me as none of the other rounds missed.

 

[1KPerDay]

Looks good. Herco has proven really accurate for me in a few calibers. I don't shoot much from the bench though.

 

[Reeferman]

Looks good. Herco has proven really accurate for me in a few calibers. I don't shoot much from the bench though.

Well at my age if I don’t I won’t hit anything.

 

[PapaG]

Not a lot different from Unique. Used to be my go to powder for 9 mm. Unique and 2400 are my 45 Colt powders.

 

[Reeferman]

Loaded some with the old Herco and some with new Herco. The new powder had a bit more punch. Both had 9 grains of Herco, Federal magnum primer in Starline cases with 263 grain Kieth SWC.

 

[JJFitch]

Herco is a medium burn rate powder and will prove to be a good choice in larger cases. And heavier bullets in smaller cases!

Smiles,

 

[Reeferman]

Talked to the BIL and he said the Herco he gave me is about 40 years old. The old stuff is good but I noticed the new Herco has a much more solvent smell to it. Never used Herco before but I’m liking it.

 

[Fishingted]

Like it in my 45 auto loads.