Originally Posted By: BearShunker101 DO Not use hodgden info to load barnes bullets. They have there own loading dynamics that do not work the same way as lead bullets. Use only Barnes load data with all barnes bullets!
Why would they include Barnes bullets in their load data if it wasn't considered when they put the data in there? Yea, Hodgdon data is fine in my opinion for whatever bullets they have listed.
Originally Posted By: Orion
From the Barnes website
*Disclaimer: The load data contained on this site is intended for use with Barnes Bullets. Bullets from other manufacturers may not produce equivalent pressure or velocities; therefore, it is not recommended that this data be used with components other than as listed. Data contained herein is intended for use by individuals who are familiar with correct and safe handloading practices and procedures.
223 Rem loaddata
http://www.barnesbullets.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/223RemingtonWeb.pdf
That disclaimer, or one similar to it is in every reloading manual, and on the sites (including Hodgdon) that have reloading data. It's the "be smart when doing this stuff" disclaimer.
