I recently acquired a S&W Model 25 45 Colt 6" barrel. It's quite (very) accurate with factory 225 grain loads. However, I am not impressed with penetration. My 44 Special with cast bullet handloads will penetrate much better 2x better.
I'm buying some 230 grain Nosler bullets in hopes of maintaining accuracy while increasing penetration. I'm also acquiring a ~230 grain GC mold. I'll probably cast straight WW's to start. I have pure lead, tin and linotype if softer or harder will work better.
I'd like to get approximately 1,000 fps with either bullet, if possible. The Nosler bullet is rated for 850 fps up to infinity (ha ha).
Anyone have recommended loads for the Smith with approximately 225 to 230 grain bullets?
Last edited by Bugger; 07/13/19.
