I know this should probably be in the reloading section, but its a historical Colt question, and most folks over there do modern stuff.
I ordered a new USFA 45 5 1/2".
I know the original load for the 45 Colt was 40grs black powder with a 250 (ish)gr bullet. Then the military reduced the load to . . . what was it?
I'm trying to load historically correct hand loads with my 250 gr Oregon Trail Bullets, and Trail Boss powder. How much Trail Boss to reach historical velocity?
I'm not looking for the 40gr BP equivelent, but the second load the military changed to.
Thanks guys.
Darren
I ordered a new USFA 45 5 1/2".
I know the original load for the 45 Colt was 40grs black powder with a 250 (ish)gr bullet. Then the military reduced the load to . . . what was it?
I'm trying to load historically correct hand loads with my 250 gr Oregon Trail Bullets, and Trail Boss powder. How much Trail Boss to reach historical velocity?
I'm not looking for the 40gr BP equivelent, but the second load the military changed to.
Thanks guys.
Darren