I load 44mag velocities in my 45lc 7.5" BH.. it is a lot of fun. hold on tight.. don't let the bickering get you sidetracked, just use the ruger only data and load 'em to whatever you want, just make sure you work up and test.. the 45lc is a great cartriidge when you get past the "old" pressure limits.. the nice thing is you can load some lighter lead bullets and it's a blast to plink with all day. load up some 44 mag velocities, and it's a great hunting pistol.. I like the elpaso sadlery "1942 tanker rig" it's saaaweeet!