Shotshell Reloading
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Hidalgo
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I'm currently reloading shotshells by the thousands ... literally. There are a number of loads that would be good for coyotes. You need to get a Lyman manual and a catalog from Ballistic Products and find some loads that you like. Ballistic products does list some loads for coyote use.
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I just found this page. It's just an example of some of the things BPI offers:
http://www.ballisticproducts.com/load01-15-10.htm
EDIT TO ADD:
I just found this page. It's just an example of some of the things BPI offers:
http://www.ballisticproducts.com/load01-15-10.htm
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SShooterZ
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Shotgun reloading is typically done by payload weight. So, depending on the FPS and the payload you're shooting, you shouldn't have too hard of a time duplicating.
Now, assuming you can purchase the Hevi-Shot in the size you need, following a proper recipe and you should be good to go.
Just remember that unlike metallic reloading, there are typically no pressure "signs" and that you need to adhere to printed recipes. No substitutions. That goes for the hull, the wad, the powder, the primer and the weight of the payload. You can't "work loads up" and you'll want to pattern your reloads to ensure you're making a load that works well in YOUR gun.
Now, assuming you can purchase the Hevi-Shot in the size you need, following a proper recipe and you should be good to go.
Just remember that unlike metallic reloading, there are typically no pressure "signs" and that you need to adhere to printed recipes. No substitutions. That goes for the hull, the wad, the powder, the primer and the weight of the payload. You can't "work loads up" and you'll want to pattern your reloads to ensure you're making a load that works well in YOUR gun.
Hidalgo
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Originally Posted By: SShooterZ
Now, assuming you can purchase the Hevi-Shot in the size you need, following a proper recipe and you should be good to go.
And THAT might be his problem. There are several "new" materials out there that are being made into pellets. Finding the exact one that is used in Hevi-Shot loads might present a problem.
Originally Posted By: SShooterZJust remember that unlike metallic reloading, there are typically no pressure "signs" and that you need to adhere to printed recipes. No substitutions. That goes for the hull, the wad, the powder, the primer and the weight of the payload. You can't "work loads up" and you'll want to pattern your reloads to ensure you're making a load that works well in YOUR gun.
Like Shooter said ... NO SUBSTITUTIONS. On ANYTHING. That is ... if you value your gun, your fingers, and your eyes.
And remember also ... SHOT isn't SHOT. Different materials will cause different pressures and can become very dangerous.
As a side note ....... If I were going to load for coyotes, I'd forget about Hevi-Shot and the other "exotic" materials, and simply load a heavier load of nickel-plated lead. Trust me...they'll get the job done.
Now, assuming you can purchase the Hevi-Shot in the size you need, following a proper recipe and you should be good to go.
And THAT might be his problem. There are several "new" materials out there that are being made into pellets. Finding the exact one that is used in Hevi-Shot loads might present a problem.
Originally Posted By: SShooterZJust remember that unlike metallic reloading, there are typically no pressure "signs" and that you need to adhere to printed recipes. No substitutions. That goes for the hull, the wad, the powder, the primer and the weight of the payload. You can't "work loads up" and you'll want to pattern your reloads to ensure you're making a load that works well in YOUR gun.
Like Shooter said ... NO SUBSTITUTIONS. On ANYTHING. That is ... if you value your gun, your fingers, and your eyes.
As a side note ....... If I were going to load for coyotes, I'd forget about Hevi-Shot and the other "exotic" materials, and simply load a heavier load of nickel-plated lead. Trust me...they'll get the job done.
grayghoste78
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Is anybody using a filler when reloading buck shot. I never have but I have a few saying that they were getting better patterns using it. This is not coming from the most reputable people, if you know what I mean. Just wondering what your thoughts are. Don't mean to hijack, sorry.
Call Gamaliel Shooting Supply and ask for Geoff. They are experts there on shotgun reloading. I reload all my heavy loads on my Rock Chucker Press one shell at a time in my RCBS 12 gauge dies. Whenever I want a particular load I just call them ,and bought my components from them. They have what you need, and will send it to you. Shotgun reloading can be very tricky, and all the components need to match perfectly. I do not feel qualified enough to give that type of advice. So I know who to call. And I use the components they say to use. Has worked every time for me. Especially when shotgun shells are expensive as they are now a days. I like the Hornady shot. Tom.
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Hidalgo
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Originally Posted By: grayghoste78Is anybody using a filler when reloading buck shot. I never have but I have a few saying that they were getting better patterns using it.
Yes, better patterns is THE reason to use buffer. It stops the jostling and scuffing, as well as eases the set-back when the round is fired. In other words, it helps the shot have a "better ride" down the tube and decreases shot deformation.
HOWEVER ... you can't just add buffer (or any other material) randomly to a shotshell. Doing so can raise pressures enough to damage the gun, or worse. Only use buffer when loading a recipe that specifically calls for it. Otherwise, you're flirting with trouble.
Yes, better patterns is THE reason to use buffer. It stops the jostling and scuffing, as well as eases the set-back when the round is fired. In other words, it helps the shot have a "better ride" down the tube and decreases shot deformation.
HOWEVER ... you can't just add buffer (or any other material) randomly to a shotshell. Doing so can raise pressures enough to damage the gun, or worse. Only use buffer when loading a recipe that specifically calls for it. Otherwise, you're flirting with trouble.
Squeeze
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If you want to hand load buckshot shotgun shells, call
Ballistics Products, or e-mail them, with your questions.
These guys have all kinds of load data, shot cups, wads, shot,
buffer, overshot cards, etc. I load some #0 buck(I cast my
own pellets) with their data and components. With some
patterning, and good chokes, you can call a coyote into 60
yards, and it will be down...Provided the shooter puts the
pellets on the dog.
I hand load for 10, 12, 20, and 28 gauges. The only time I
buy factory ammo is for fresh hulls, or waterfowl steel loads.
It isn't that difficult to match or surpass factory shot shell
performance with a little patterning, choke testing, and load
data choices. DON'T deviate from the load data. As stated
several times, shot shell loading is different than metallic
cartridge loading. In shotguns the first signs of over
pressure are usually a catastrophic failure in the shotgun.
As to the question of duplicating Hevi-Shots Dead Coyote load,
I don't see a supplier for the Hevi-Shot buckshot pellets, in
a quick look around the usual Hevi-Shot bulk shot sellers. I
wouldn't get hung up on that. Just use nickel plated
buckshot. With proper choking there should be little to no
difference in performance.
Squeeze
grayghoste78
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Thanks for the help. Will be doing a little calling for better info on buffer loads before I tie into that can of worms. Thanks again!