I use lever what ever powder and 160 ftx.i have one box at 34 grains. And a HOT box at 35.5. I have a box of 180 Speer round nose and 33 grains lvr powder. I also got 180 win silver tips for my 99 with 33.5 grains lvr powder. Here in Idaho the lever powder is a little cheaper and around.

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