ligonierbill
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I am a fan of Quickload, particularly for "what if" projections. No, I don't rely on it as a replacement for load data, but it's generally pretty close. But not with StaBall 6.5. Comparing published data to QL projections, QL is several hundred fps low. Conversely, QL will show much lower pressure than is actually generated. I've checked a number of rounds, as I bought a can of StaBall in my search for a replacement for unavailable powders. Yesterday I confirmed this testing 257 Roberts.
Of course, always go with published data, but QL is usually a good check on whether powder x is a potential match for caliber y. In the case of StaBall 6.5, not even close.
Of course, always go with published data, but QL is usually a good check on whether powder x is a potential match for caliber y. In the case of StaBall 6.5, not even close.