StrutStopper
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I'm new to reloading .38 Special. I've only loaded .45 ACP and .40 S&W to date. I picked up some Xtreme plated 158 gr RNFPs and was planning to use titegroup. Loading data is pretty scarce. I wanted to start light, so I was going to load a few over 3.2 gr and see how they work in my 4" GP100. I'm not sure what the min OAL should be. I see some load data for 158 grain bullets saying the OAL should be 1.475. When I adjust my dies for that length, the case mouth doesn't even reach the cannelure. Any suggestions on length for this bullet style/weight with this powder? Is it okay to crimp below the cannelure or should I seat deeper? Anyone have any tips for this particular bullet with Titegroup?