1stLast&Always
Marksman
Loading up some 124 gr.XTP for SD loads. This will be for a Ruger LC9s (3" barrel) as well as my trusty S&W SD9VE (4" barrel). I have heard +P might be best for the subcompact. I'm not looking for overpenetration as this is both HD and carry ammo, so the load will have both roles in both firearms.
With all due respect, I trust my handloads, so I'm not looking for the "Don't load your own SD ammo" argument. I respect it, but I disagree.
I'd like to hear suggestions for the build based on the following. If you don't feel comfy recommending your own personal recipe here, feel free to PM!
Case options include Federal Champion, S&B, Blazer and Win. Which do you think would be a reliable choice? Brass only.
Primers: CCI small pistol, S&B any others?
Powders: Here is where I need the most help. I have Titegroup and Universal (usually a 5 gr load on Uni for 115 gr.), but I'm sure all of you will have something better.
Last but not least: I watched a great video by Rob Leatham, about what uses to determine "power" of his pistol loads. He compared .45 and 9, and he discussed grain wt/velocity as the two prime determinants. He called this momentum at a power level of 130 for 9mm. Grain weight x velocity. Is that just for his matches or would this also be recommended for SD?
His .45 loads had more grain projectile weight of course, but he also loads SD ammo for 9. Of course his .45 load transferred more energy to the plates. I'll load .45 later!
If you think you have an ideal combo for this to create that power, please list your recipe/chrono for 124 gr if you would like!
With all due respect, I trust my handloads, so I'm not looking for the "Don't load your own SD ammo" argument. I respect it, but I disagree.
I'd like to hear suggestions for the build based on the following. If you don't feel comfy recommending your own personal recipe here, feel free to PM!
Case options include Federal Champion, S&B, Blazer and Win. Which do you think would be a reliable choice? Brass only.
Primers: CCI small pistol, S&B any others?
Powders: Here is where I need the most help. I have Titegroup and Universal (usually a 5 gr load on Uni for 115 gr.), but I'm sure all of you will have something better.
Last but not least: I watched a great video by Rob Leatham, about what uses to determine "power" of his pistol loads. He compared .45 and 9, and he discussed grain wt/velocity as the two prime determinants. He called this momentum at a power level of 130 for 9mm. Grain weight x velocity. Is that just for his matches or would this also be recommended for SD?
His .45 loads had more grain projectile weight of course, but he also loads SD ammo for 9. Of course his .45 load transferred more energy to the plates. I'll load .45 later!
If you think you have an ideal combo for this to create that power, please list your recipe/chrono for 124 gr if you would like!
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