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Hi Guys:
I have a pound of 2400, 100 pieces of Speer Nickel Plated brass (once fired), some CCI 350 primers, and a box of Hornady 240 grain XTPs.
I am loading for a Marlin 1894 that a friend has (44 Mag).
Any tips appreciated.
BMT
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I like 20 grains of 2400 for 240 grain bullets, with CCI300 primers (350 will work though).
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I use 22 grains in handguns. I also have an 1894. I have yet to figure it out, 1 shot goes low the next goes high...... I have tried about 6 different loads and 2 factory loads. I have scoped it and tried different bench techniques. This gun 'patterns".
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I forgot 22 grains of 2400 is from the old type, not the newer powder.
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Thanks to all.
I will start with 20 grains.
BMT
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A good starter load is 18.5 grains. 20.0 is too high to start with. Make sure you trim all the cases to the exact length. And make sure you apply a good solid crimp. 2400 needs a good crimp for good burn, and definitely with the Marlin lever action. Tom.
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I'd stick with standard primers with 2400.
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I use 22 grains in handguns. I also have an 1894. I have yet to figure it out, 1 shot goes low the next goes high...... I have tried about 6 different loads and 2 factory loads. I have scoped it and tried different bench techniques. This gun 'patterns". Assuming your loads are consistent....and the gun is clean or leading / fouling (especially chamber) Try dowel sanding to relieve barrel contact points... also, consider having a gunsmith inspect for crown damaged.
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