Loading for the 32 Win Spcl

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pahntr760

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I want to start loading for my Grand Father's mod 94.

Its a 32 spcl. It's in rough shape, but shoots rather well. I think it will still be fun for deer at reasonable ranges. I want to shoot cast bullets, moderate speeds to reduce leading.

1. IIRC, 30-30 brass can be re-sized for the 32. True?

2. I have also beet told that most 30-30 data can be used, as long as you work up. (like any other load...)

3. I have considered making some black powder cartridges as well as smokeless. Just for nostalgia, I suppose.

Thanks in advance for comments or help!
 
I have a pre 64 32 win that I shoot cast bullets in with h4198 you can neck up 30-30 brass but I see 32 brass all the time, if you don't cast the Laser cast bullets shoot well. I shot my first deer with that rifle and it still works pretty good today.

If you want to load black powder its just like loading black in a straight wall case you just need the right bullet lube some type of wad I use .030 vegetable fiber but you could punch them out of tablet backing and most important slug the bore and use the proper sized bullet
 
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Your 32 Winchester Spcl should have a 1 in 16 inch twist, which makes it suitable for black powder.

It also should have a .321" groove Diam. Which limits your bullet choice in jacketed bullets to 170gr.

I would look hard at Hornady's 170gr FP, as well as their 165gr FTX bullets.

The 32 Win Spcl is a good round that shoots well. Keep the barrel clean though because accuracy will go south fast with the -16 twist if neglected.

30-30 data can be used for starting loads, then work up.

30-30 cases can be resized, but must be fire formed.
 


I have one too, 1949.

You will need a crimp die. I got mine from Lee. I had to send a case loaded with a bullet to Lee. It was $25 plus shipping. It takes 6 to 8 weeks. I do not like the RCBS crimp die, the Lee does great job.

Find an old lyman reloading book on ebay. It will list loads and bullets.

Mine has a Lyman folding two leaf sight 6W and a Lyman 1ADA tang sight. Heck the sights are worth more than the rifle.

Make sure the inside rail screws are tight. I had to make an off set screwdriver for mine.

Have fun!!!
 
32 Winchester Special (Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook)
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Warning! Notes: cases: Federal; trim-to length: 2.035"; primers: Federal 210; primer size: Large Rifle; Lyman shell holder: No. 6; cast bullets used size to .321" dia.; firearm used: Winchester Model 94; barrel length: 20"; twist: 1-16"; groove diameter .321
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