If your URL is correct, you'll see an image preview here. by dellet Fri Mar 31, 2017 10:19 pm, Post (verified owner) March 5, 2022, Anonymous The service from Powder Valley was very good. by plant.one Fri Jan 28, 2022 4:16 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. This spherical pistol propellant was designed for competitive shooters and handloaders seeking the perfect powder for target or self-defense loads. I buy them in bulk for my 308 ARs and M1A, so was hoping I could make a "good enough" cheap super load for 300, but it kinda sucks. by smustian Tue Mar 28, 2017 8:57 pm, Post The Remington Model 788, originally chambered in .222 Remington, included a thin 24-inch barrel that had been set back and rethreaded to create a Fireball chamber. I may revisit it in the future! 1The fine spherical Hodgdon CFE BLK powder flows like liquid, and meters effortlessly through a powder measure. If youre looking for a versatile powder for revolvers or semi-auto handguns, CFE Pistol certainly deserves your attention. The 35-grain V-MAX did especially well with 12 grains of powder at just 2,451 fps, printing at .36 inch. 300 Blackout Reloading Data An Infamous round created by the Advanced Armament Corp in partnership with Remington in order to allow a .30 caliber to be used with an M4 with nothing more than a barrel exchange. : 2,833 3,313 Press. Super fast shipping and reasonable hazmat fees. : 2.060" Powder: 27.8 gr 30.9 gr Vel. In this article [], March 27, 2020 Gavin Reloading Blog 300 BLK, 300 BLK Subsonic, 330 AAC Blackout, 45 ACP, 9mm parabellum, AR-10, AR-15, Berry's 220 grain 300 Blackout Spire Point, Berry's Manufacturing, Berry's Plated Bullets, CFE-BLK, H-110, Hornady Lock-n-Load AP, Reloading, Reloading Blog, Reloading Press, Reloading Subsonic Ammunition, Reloading Videos, Suppressor, Ultimate Reloader. I'm new to loading this round as I just got my last couple tax stamps back last week. This powder resembled IMR 4350 in appearance, and with a slower burning rate, was initially marketed as "4350 Data", and later as 4831. I havent used this powder. Large images may take a few minutes to appear. As a spherical powder it flows through mechanical powder measures very nicely, dropping accurate powder charges. Tigerologist 1 yr. ago My only experience pairing CFE BLK with the 7.62x39mm Soviet involved a rifle review for Wolfe Publishings Rifle magazine, shooting CZ USAs 527 American Synthetic Suppressor-Ready with 16.5-inch barrel (1:9.5 twist) and Rebel Silencers SOS Hunter suppressor installed. They include the Factory Crimp Die (great for semi-auto rifle reloading). (verified owner) April 4, 2022, kenneth d. Hodgdons website (hodgdonreloading.com) shows 17 compatible cartridges. This means a bullet in the 122-123 grain range pushed to about 2350 fps. We place limited powder inventory for sale on a regular basis on our website. CFE Pistol was introduced in 2014. Posts: 6846. It provides full function in modern sporting rifles throughout a range of bullet weights and is perfect for subsonic loads. The 45-grain softpoint didnt do quite as well, grouping into .76 inch at just 2,226 fps. Never was notified it was shipped and got concerned, then it just showed up. Good website, communication, product and shipping. Web data may not be accurate/safe. This set comes with a shellholder- important when you want to size (or more) on a single-stage or turret press! I noticed that the load seemed to burn cleanly and left little residue on the gun. And for the additional info Cabob. For more information, please see our This includes the majority of mainstream handgun rounds including the 9mm, 38 Special, 40 S&W, and 45 ACP. Not my first order from them and definitely not my last !Great to buy from ! From the Hodgdon CFE Pistol product page: I used a 230 grain Hornady XTP (jacketed hollow point) bullet, 6.8 grains of CFE Pistol and a CCI large pistol primer, in mixed brass. Spire point bullets (or other flat-base bullets) will give most flexibility. Shooter's Reference Load Data for .17 Hornet .17 Hornet - Published Manufacturer Loading Data Shellholders: Hornady #3 Lee #20 RCBS #12 Recipe Type: Bullet Weight: Recipe Source: Starting Max Source 15.5 gr NTX (HDY) 0.172" Powder: CFE BLK (Hodgdon) Primer: FED 205m Case: HDY Trim Length: 1.340" C.O.L. russell Hays When I think of close-quarters shooting with an AR-15, 300 Blackout subs are my go-to ammunition. (verified owner) March 15, 2022, Russell For load development we utilized a Hornady auto charge. In this article [] March 27, 2020 Gavin Reloading Blog 300 BLK, 300 BLK Subsonic, 330 AAC Blackout, 45 ACP, 9mm parabellum, AR-10, AR-15, Berry's 220 grain 300 Blackout Spire Point, Berry's Manufacturing, Berry's . (verified owner) May 22, 2022. Using the turret press was faster than using a single stage press. Poll: What Reloading Components Cant You Find? (verified owner) March 24, 2023. Hodgdon CFE BLK powder - a Copper Fouling Eraser propellant - is perfect for 17 Hornet, 17 Ackley Hornet, 17 Fireball, 218 Bee and 221 Fireball handholds. Ive also enjoyed worthwhile results with CFE BLK in an older .218 Bee bolt rifle. If youre looking for a versatile powder for revolvers or semi-auto handguns, CFE Pistol certainly deserves your attention. by smustian Fri Mar 31, 2017 7:47 pm, Post Not sure what weight you are using but I am using it in a 16" carbine length adjustable direct impinge gas system. (verified owner) July 31, 2022, James Lee Heres the average FPS for my 5-shot group: And the Standard Deviation (SD) for the same 5-shot group: Heres how my loads compared to Tul-Ammo 122 grain steel-cased factory ammo: The velocity from the handloads was 98.5% that of the factory ammunition, where the charge weight was 96.1% of max. bullets are limited. I loaded for 44 mag and 45 ACP and found two solid loads. I start with .3 to .5 gr off the top load listed and test them using the same point of aim for all. (verified owner) April 28, 2022, Patrick Always cross-reference load data with manufacturer's published data. : 33,900 37,400 CUP Hodgdon by GunFunZS Tue May 23, 2017 6:24 pm, Post Barnes 52-grain Match Burner combined with 18 grains of powder produced a .66-inch group. By 1949, he was marketing the powder as BL type C. The C was to indicate the powder burned "cooler" than traditional Improved Military Rifle (IMR) powders. Moderators:gds, bakerjw, renegade, bamachem, Post Contact ultimate reloader by clicking here. July 01, 2019 By Layne Simpson Lead photo by Michael Anschuetz Hodgdon CFE BLK powder is in the series of Copper Fouling Eraser propellants. DAVID By accepting these terms, you agree that you alone are solely responsible for your own safety and property as it pertains to activities, procedures, techniques, or practices described in whole or part on this website. Starting Loads Maximum Loads CALIBER BULLET WEIGHT MANUFACTURER POWDER BULLET DIAMETER C.O.L. One of the important aspects of any reloading session is the choice of components. General Handloading / Reloading Discussion and Tips. Thanks for the answer. The CFE BLK loads seemed a little dirtier than lil gun and a little louder, but I assume the sound could have been more bolt velocity vs noise out the silco omega suppressor. LAYNE B. Contact ultimate reloader by clicking here. This was with the 100 gr accubond loaded at 2.217 oal. Will buy from them in the future. Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more. (verified owner) March 17, 2022, PARKER F. Short cuts can get you seriously hurt. The Nosler bullet shot best throttled back to 3,365 fps, though juggling the seating depth on this relatively short bullet might improve accuracy with heavier charges. Staying subsonic, the 11.4 gr load below grouped best at 1.5" 50 yards. Poll: What Progressive Reloading Press Do You Use Most? I have gotten excellent accuracy using CFE BLK. *Must have a registered ARFCOM account to win. This fine powder meters like a dream, and leaves no copper residue, extending You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers. by Farm8791026 Thu Jan 27, 2022 11:30 am, Post Poll: What Reloading Components Cant You Find? Use load data at your own risk. Fast delivery, Bruce (verified owner) February 13, 2022, Robert McGuire Please enter your login details below. Great powder for 17 hornet, lead and ntx bullets all shoot well with this powder out of my savage. All loads were assembled using RCBS carbide dies mounted on a Lyman Brass Smith All American 8 turret press. It's a hair slower than AA1680. Always cross-reference load data with manufacturer's published data. So lets get to it! Life is rough! Poll: Where are you finding reloading primers and powder? Top. 9mm 147 gr Subsonic Magic Load, Hard to Believe! Good velocety and acrucey. Re: 110 grain V-Max CFE BLK load data. (verified owner) March 14, 2022, michael britton 90gr are 2.110 and 100AB are 2.200 for all loads but the last where it was 2.210 due to powder compression but that load is probably too hot to be safe. (verified owner) February 24, 2022. Not seeing a lot of data out there for subsonic loads. Good to find products available at this time. I am pleased with the results from my 5 Smith and Wesson Model 629. RAY BRADY Though Hodgdons chart above shows 12.0 grains for 44 magnum, I wanted to drop it down to 11 grains so it would be a little easier to shoot in my Smith & Wesson 629. I havent used it yet but I now wish I had bought 4lbs. Usually one weight will group better than the others. PV is my go-to supplier for all my reloading needs ! CFE Pistol and Alliant-2400 both measured 0.016" inches in diameter, smaller than HP-38 and over half the length of Hodgdon Trail Boss. Really expensive but at least i was able to get powder, now all i need is small rifle primers #41, and large pistol primers as well! Twelve grains of Accurate 1680 beneath Hornadys 20-grain V-MAX shoots super-tight groups at factory ammunition velocities, so Ive never really been inclined to experiment further. They shoot good at the speed they are now with mixed brass. To me, it looks like it might be a little faster burn rate since it is showing pressure signs a smidge earlier than AA1680 at the same powder charges. Accurate 1680 has long been my go-to powder for 20-grain Hornady V-MAX bullets, giving me .25- to .50-inch groups from a Savage Model 25 Walking Varminter rifle, but experiments with CFE BLK turned in worthwhile results that may improve in other rifles. Anthony Poll: Where are you finding reloading primers and powder? Hodgdon CFE Pistol is best suited for cartridges producing the middle range of power (non-magnum pistol loads in most calibers including 500 S&W). In 1949, he began acquisition of powder salvaged from disassembled Oerlikon 20mm cannon cartridges. I used Hornady XTP hollow point jacketed bullets in both loads. (verified owner) November 22, 2022, larry hilliard bullets are limited. These subsonic 300 Blackout loads require 30 caliber bullets in the 190-250 grain range which can get real expensive real quick! (verified owner) April 4, 2022, Never tried it but now is the time to try new powders, In these trying times, there is a glimmer of hope with Powder Valley. containers. Find load data for Hodgdon CFE BLK propellant by clicking the button "Loads for this Powder". (verified owner) May 9, 2022, Dennis Clarke $23.95 - $146.95. (verified owner) March 7, 2022. Heres the load data I used: Use load data at your own risk. Poll: Whats your number one reason for reloading? Though a good-looking rifle, it wasnt exactly a tack driver, but certainly accurate enough for burrowing rodents at moderate ranges. The Hodgdon Powder Company began in 1952 as B.E. (verified owner) July 2, 2022, FAST! Cannelured bullets are nice if you want to apply a crimp (can aid in feeding for semi-auto rifles). Many features may not work properly without it. Working on loads for a 17 Hornet. This powder is going to be exceptional. This is a great choice for 7.62x39mm for a few reasons: For more information, check out my complete and in-depth story on LEE Rifle Dies. Hodgdon, Inc., and has become a major distributor of smokeless powder for the ammunition industry, as well as for individuals who load their own ammunition by hand. Anonymous The rifle came into its own with Bergers 40-grain FB Varmint, with all loads printing less than .75 inch, the best .55 and .51 inch with 18.5 and 20 grains of powder at 3,172 to 3,245 fps. Not the best idea, but adequate. One of the first powders he found was 4895 used for loading .30-06 Springfield service ammunition. Use load data at your own risk. I probably could have gotten by with a standard bushing, but it would have been pushing the limits. My experiences involve the 6.8 Remington SPC (my nighttime thermal-imaging hog rifle) and .300 AAC Blackout (10-5-inch-tubed pistol) and very limited auditioning with a 7.62x39mm Soviet (short-barreled bolt rifle). (verified owner) February 18, 2022. (verified owner) March 19, 2022, Robert Solee Delivered as promised! First time purchasing this powder, cant wait too test it out. 300 Blackout Full-Auto AR-15 Great service on the phone too. COL is listed in the first picture. CFE 223 is a moderate rifle powder, while CFE BLK is close to the magnum pistol powders. Share your experiences with other customers. It was especially convenient to have all the dies for both the 44 and the 45 on the press at the same time. Take manufacture's data, load test loads and go to the range to test them. You're viewing: Hodgdon Cfe Blk $ 35.99 - $ 264.99. Mr. Bullet Feeder: Unboxing, Setup, Loading 9mm, WARP SPEED! Powder Valley has the best prices Ive found. remarkable new propellant! Just what I needed, with fast shipping, thanks. It produced an average of 1155 fps, with a tight SD of 12 fps. in the 300 Blackout, it performs beautifully in many smaller capacity cartridges, in particular, Didn't want to completely flatten primers pushing the edge. Silent But Deadly. Winchester branded reloading powders have been distributed in the United States by Hodgdon since March 2006. Clay O. Loved finding it in stock. Its small size also makes it easy to accidentally overcharge in certain cartridges. (verified owner) April 2, 2022. I had loaded random .22 Hornet loads with CFE BLK in the past, but directed them at local Columbia ground squirrels maintaining impressive hit-to-miss ratios and not paper. 28.5 grains Hodgdon CFE-BLK Powder 2.186 COL Use load data at your own risk. by STINKEY Sun Apr 02, 2017 2:05 am, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, I really hope no one says something like a simple SEARCH of the powder name would result in a multi-page thread of testing and observations. Still, I was always bothered by the old pistol powders dirty nature and tendency to show pressure increases under a hot sun, occasionally requiring a ramrod to remove stuck cases. As an enduring .22 Hornet fan, I glommed onto CFE BLK quickly. Versatile Hodgdon CFE BLK deserves a place on the loading bench, especially for smaller varmint rounds or just about anything that can be run through an AR-15. Although it is advertised for the 9mm Luger, 38 Super, 40 S&W, and the 45 ACP, I was pleased to find extensive load data for other cartridges such as 38 Special, 357 Magnum, 44 magnum, 45 Colt and more. michael Finkel High-Performance 7.62x39mm Reloads for the AK-47, Hornady 123 Grain Spire (soft) Point .310 Bullet withCannelure, LEE Pacesetter dies (3-die set) in 7.62x39mm, my complete and in-depth story on LEE Rifle Dies, .62x39mm Once-Fired brass from Capital Cartridge, Tul-Ammo 122 grain steel-cased factory ammo, Subscribe to Ultimate Reloader Reloading Blog by Email, TESTED: Winchester StaBALL HD Magnum Powder, Basic Rifle Reloading 5: Bullet Seating & Crimping, Boyds Heritage + Athlon Ares Upgrade (Savage 30-06), TESTED: Winchester StaBALL Match (Varget Speed Powder), 50 BMG Rifle Build: Barrel Work (Machining / Chambering), How-To: Machining a Rigid Reamer Holder (Rifle Chambering), Basic Rifle Reloading Part 4: Powder Charging, NEW DAA Infra-Red Low Powder Sensor (Hands-On), Rifle Reloading Basics Pt1: Safety and Brass Tumbling, NEW Dies from Area 419: M-Series Sizer (In-Depth), Perfect Primer Seating with Frankford Arsenal, RCBS Lightweight Partner Press Unboxing and Overview, TESTED: Double Alpha Academy Turbo Case Feeder, Unsolved: 44 Magnum Over-Pressure Mystery, RCBS Lock-Out Die Part II: Setup and Maintenance, RCBS Lock-Out Die Part I: Theory of Operation, Reloading Safety: Powder Check Systems Overview. also after this one very basic test (3 test loads in each gun) with no chrono data you're giving up. (verified owner) November 4, 2022, Duane Zweep Wed Mar 29, 2017 12:59 pm, Post (verified owner) April 15, 2022, DENNIS By accepting these terms, you agree that you alone are solely responsible for your own safety and property as it pertains to activities, procedures, techniques, or practices described in whole or part on this website. There are some reasons for this: 7.62x39mm factory ammunition is very cheap, and works relatively well with the rifles it was designed for. (verified owner) March 15, 2022. Hodgdon Powder Company has announced that they are acquiring multiple powder brands, including smokeless powders, and more! My rifle is a CZ 527 and I have shot some 10 shot groups of slightly bigger than 1 inch with a 4X scope. As of April 2022, Midsouth Shooters supply shows the 8 lb jug priced at $205.05 and a single pound of CFE Pistol at $29.29. Kudos to Powder Valley! To be able to use the full range of Shopware 6, we recommend activating Javascript in your browser. Comprehensive load data for Hodgdon CFE BLK reloading powder und technical specifications for this propellant. Firearms Accessories, Ammunition, Reloading Gear, etc. I started at 12g, then went down to . (verified owner) March 8, 2022. Mcintosh, i loaded cfe blk up to 24.4 gr. For 7.62x39mm reloads, you can use .308 or .310 diameter bullets, but there are trade-offs for precision with .308 bullets. If youre looking for a versatile powder for revolvers or semi-auto handguns. Check with leading vendors such as Bruno's, Midsouth, and Powder Valley. (verified owner) February 17, 2022, Anonymous i've tested CFE BLK for 6.8spcII, had to enlarge the gas port in my 18"barrel, burned too fast to lock the bolt back. Certain powders seem custom made for specific cartridges and CFE BLK is the magic dust for the .221 Remington Fireball. When starting a new load, always begin with the starting load data written in a recent handloading guide, or 15% under a listed maximum load if there is no starting load data provided. CFE Pistol and Alliant-2400 both measured 0.016 inches in diameter, smaller than HP-38 and over half the length of Hodgdon Trail Boss. 300AAC 8.5" 1:8 heavy BCA barrel w/suppressor. 150gr Speer Gold Dot (BLK variant) 2.255" Hodgdon CFEBLK 22.8gr 2025fps 25.2gr 2250fps 150gr Speer Gold Dot (BLK variant) 2.255" Accurate 1680 21.3gr 1925fps 23.7gr 2150fps 150gr Speer Boattail Soft Point 2.255" Hodgdon CFEBLK 23.2gr 2075fps 25.8gr 2300fps 150gr Speer Boattail Soft Point 2.255" Accurate 1680 21.7gr 2000fps 24.1gr 2225fps Select your cartridge type from the drop-down list. You will burn more powder to get less velocity, with no real increase in accuracy. Stay tuned for more 7.62x39mm content! (verified owner) March 12, 2022, KEITH R. Going all lake city would let me go higher, but some of the brass pancakes primers at 24.2gr. Oh well. I am also using 220 grain subsonic loads. CFE BLK contains our Copper Fouling Eraser ingredient, originally used in military propellant, which greatly deters copper fouling and contributes to longer periods of top accuracy with less barrel cleaning time. Click "Get Data" to view results. To be used in both an SKS and in a AK clone with 14.5 barrel? I used a 230 grain Hornady XTP (jacketed hollow point) bullet, 6.8 grains of CFE Pistol and a CCI large pistol primer, in mixed brass. Eric W. (verified owner) August 22, 2022, Michael A. Do not attempt any of the processes or procedures shown or described on this website. Contact ultimate reloader by clicking here. VAT (where applicable), shipping costs and possible delivery charges. Im thinking of a way to mark the end of each of these expanders so that I can glance down at the top of the sizer die and see which expander is installed. Most of the blackout data is tested with a 16 inch barrel and I've found you need on average an extra grain of CFE BLK to match the published velocity when using a shorter barrel. Not good. The .218 Bee that I had the opportunity to shoot was a 1947 vintage Winchester Model 43 Special with 24-inch sporter barrel (1:16 twist). (Plus some forum rules), MSRE FORUM CONTRIBUTIONS AND CONTRIBUTORS, Handloading / Reloading Equipment Reviews and Questions, .277 Wolverine Factory Ammunition and Brass, 277 Wolverine Load Data and Handloading Techniques, MDWS 24 VARMINTER (Formerly Named 24 GPC). : 1.650" Powder: 15.3 gr 18.0 gr Vel. With the 15.5 NTX, velocity hit nearly 3,850 feet per second (fps) with a maximum load of 13 grains, though accuracy was best using 12.5 grains at 3,689 fps, which fairly matches the A-1680 and Hornady factory loads velocity-wise. Powder Valley will be in my search for the next powder buy! If you have a link it would be most appreciated, hmm, expected more insight and suggestions. Using bullets from Barnes RRLP FB, Speer SP, Speer SP , Hornady SP. Copyright 1996-2023 AR15.COM LLC. From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm. Berry's 220gr & CFEBLK Powder Load Testing, Re: Berry's 220gr & CFEBLK Powder Load Testing. Hodgdon began investigating availability of surplus powder when the war ended; and sales to handloaders began in 1946. Will order again from Powder Valley. Tweak as necessary for YOUR rifle. Material connection (partnerships) information available at http://ultimatereloader.com/about/. Hornady Sub-X 190 gr 2.078" OAL. (verified owner) November 21, 2022. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. A look at 300 Blackout ballistics including velocity, energy and drop data for some of the most popular loads among American shooters. (verified owner) April 30, 2022. Got my powder, thanks. In 1947, he began acquisition of 80 tons of spherical powder salvaged from disassembled .303 British military rifle cartridges manufactured in the United States. Greg, what are your OAL measurements for these loads? : 22,200 35,700 CUP Hodgdon C 35 gr V-MAX (HDY) 0.224" Powder: H110 (Hodgdon) Primer: WIN WSR Case: WIN Trim Length: 1.335" C.O.L. I'm guessing you looked at Hodgdon's data? Good write up. But there are many reasons to reload your own 7.62x39mm ammunition including performance, tailored ballistics, and control over components. : 2,577 2,820 Made me think about loading for open where gas is king. (verified owner) March 24, 2022, Michael S. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. SIR: You Have A Small Typo Error; .handloaded 7.62x29mm cartridges; Cheers, Your email address will not be published. 100gr Accubonds and 90gr Gold Dots using mixed head stamp brass. Oh well - could be. Subscribe to the free newsletter and do not miss any news or promotions. The best 40-grain V-MAX group measured .49 inch center-to-center, and clocked 2,453 fps. This new spherical propellant was designed expressly for the 300 Remington AAC David Sorry for the double post. . Handy for the newest data and articles on load work. Have not used the powder yet however, shipping and packaging were excellent. Poll: What Progressive Reloading Press Do You Use Most? Please help us to improve and report any suggestions via our contact form. CFE BLK contains our Copper Fouling Eraser ingredient, originally used in military propellant, which greatly deters copper fouling and contributes to longer periods of top accuracy with less barrel cleaning time. . Fast Facts About 300 Blackout This experiment impressed me enough to have another Fireball rifle built, this one carrying a heavier stainless steel barrel threaded into a smoother Howa 1500 Mini Action. Utilizing bullets as light as 110 grains and as heavy as a beastly 230 grains, it's long on versatility. 37 F. It provides full function in modern sporting rifles throughout a range of bullet weights and is perfect for subsonic loads. Lapuas 200-grain SP Mega was sent at a subsonic 1,134 fps, for just 571 foot-pounds of energy, the reason I dont recommend subsonic loads for hogs. Ultimate Reloader LLC / Making with Metal Disclaimer: (by reading this article and/or watching video content you accept these terms). * All prices incl. instead of 8lbs. (verified owner) March 13, 2022, Anonymous Dellet has some interesting data about the load characteristics of CFE BLK. I consider a 230 grain bullet at nearly 900 fps to be a pretty stout 45 ACP load and would not hesitate to rely on this load for self defense. Always cross-reference load data with manufacturer's published data. I have use a lot of hodgdon powder and it has been very good. No problems and I received my package quickly. After auditioning a wide variety of load weights with CFE BLK, 25 grains proved to be the right combination when paired with Barnes 108-grain TAC-RRLP FB (a frangible design), grouping into .62 inch at 2,223 fps. AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; height: auto; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }. I fell into a super-accurate load right out of the gate while attempting to duplicate Hornady factory ammunition, which shot remarkably when the rifle was new and I was accumulating handloading brass. accuracy for longer shooting periods, and making clean-up quick and easy. The problem? This powder provides top velocities in the Fireball, combined with lower chamber pressures than favorites like Alliant Reloder 7, Accurate 1680 and Hodgdon 4198. Works great in suppressed loads (verified owner) March 19, 2022, Sean Armstrong It functioned flawlessly through my 1997 vintage Kimber 1911 using Chip McCormick magazines. As expected, the spherical CFE Pistol flowed easily through Lymans Brass Smith powder measure, delivering consistent charges. (verified owner) December 12, 2022, Sean Cutler What is Hodgdon CFE Pistol Best Suited For? The exceptions were Hornadys 15.5-grain NTX, as I was curious to see how much velocity could be developed with the flyweight nontoxic bullet, and the 20-grain Nosler Varmageddon, in seeking a more affordable alternative to the V-MAX for high-volume shooting. jon adamson 'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js';fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document, 'script', 'twitter-wjs'); 2023 Copyright 2023 Ultimate Reloader LLC. One variation I would consider would be to move the powder measure to station 2, and to put a powder check die in station 3. (verified owner) January 20, 2023, Anonymous Poll: What handgun cartridge do you reload most often? Ultimate Reloader LLC is not responsible for errors in load data on this website. This is precisely what subsonic 300BLK requires (for me, 10.0 grains under a 235-grain projectile yields 1000 FPS out of a shorter barrel). Self Proclaimed -- The largest independent 300 Blackout reloading database. Together these product lines make Hodgdon one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of gunpowder in the world. (verified owner) February 15, 2023, Bryan Be sure to use the correct expander ball for the diameter bullets you are loading. Cutting Edges 82-grain ER Raptor (a milled mono-copper bullet with large polymer tip); Speers 90-grain TNT (an explosive varmint HP); Hornadys 100-grain GMX (a polymer-tipped mono-copper design) and MidwayUSAs 115-grain FMJ (mirroring original military bullets) were tested for this section. Ultimate Reloader is not responsible for errors in load data on this website. dellet. (verified owner) January 8, 2023. by trsmith1818 Tue Mar 28, 2017 8:39 pm, Post He anticipated a similar surplus powder situation might occur after World War II. Plan to have a .308 bullet expander (ball will measure ~.307), and a .310 bullet expander (ball will measure ~.309) with your 7.62x39mm dies. In certain cartridges easily through Lymans Brass Smith powder measure, Hard to Believe then went down.! Including velocity, with fast shipping, thanks load listed and test them using the press. 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