I'm shooting a new 1895 and my favorite load is 4320 behind a 300gr Hornady. I know there are "better" bullets available, but i have killed a bear and three deer with this and never recovered a slug, even after full length penetration. I will call it "good enough".

3031 did not work well for me and I have some RL15 that I need to try. I have used 250gr Hawks but was not impressed. I have yet to try cast bullets....just need some extra time!

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