I have a Ruger #1 in 450-400 3 inch and am looking for a reduced load to hunt deer and maybe an elk. I've read that you can use 60% of the published data as a starting point. Most of that data is for a 400gr bullet which I have no need/desire to use. I'm more interested in a 300gr bullet or preferably a 225gr pistol bullet at under 2000 FPS. I have read or been advised that Trail Boss is a good powder for the loads I seek but have no starting point. Will I need a Dacron filler? Can I use data for a 405 Win or 400 Jefferies as a starting point? The new Hornady manual only lists data for the 3 1/4 inch case and when I called them to ask questions there technical expert had no clue.
There is a shortage of Lion and Elephant in central Michigan but there are lots of deer and I'd like to use this on some and still keep the fillings in my teeth:)
Any insight and information is greatly appreciated.
