Maybe I need to clarify what I'm looking for!
I currently cast and load 255 & 160 grain bullets for 45 Colt shells. The 255 grain bullet is very punishing to the 1851 revolver, especially the wedge. The 160 grain bullet is very light duty and if I use the 160 in my Dragoon, it feels like I'm shooting blanks and not very gratifying in either pistol.
I'm really looking for the best of both worlds. A bullet weight that is not damaging to the revolver while being heavy enough to use as a "Out in the Woods" protection pistol for camping etc.
I'll admit, I like to feel the recoil and tend to load the powder on the heavy side.
Any bullet weight suggestions?
Thanks!