Lost River
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I shoot and reload the .44 mag quite a bit.
Three main loads I have used for years:
Light load: 8.5 grains Unique/ 240 or 250 LSWC Great for plinking, small game, jackrabbits, etc.
Medium load: 10 grains Unique/ 240 or 250 LSWC. Everyday general purpose load, Mule deer, hogs, etc.
Heavy load: 22 grains H110/ 240 or 300-340 LSWC or LBT wide meplat style.
These have served me well for years, all are Smith friendly.
In Rugers you can safely bump up the heavy load 2 grains with no concern.
Three main loads I have used for years:
Light load: 8.5 grains Unique/ 240 or 250 LSWC Great for plinking, small game, jackrabbits, etc.
Medium load: 10 grains Unique/ 240 or 250 LSWC. Everyday general purpose load, Mule deer, hogs, etc.
Heavy load: 22 grains H110/ 240 or 300-340 LSWC or LBT wide meplat style.
These have served me well for years, all are Smith friendly.
In Rugers you can safely bump up the heavy load 2 grains with no concern.