Originally Posted by arkypete
I've used 9.5 grains of Unique with a 250 grain SWC cast bullet out of a Colt Anaconda, 8.5 grains of Unique with the same cast 250 SWC out of a S&W model 25.

This is a very good place to be.

Originally Posted by Ole_270
If you plan to use cast bullets, be sure to check the cylinder throats. My blackhawk convertable was pretty tight in front. Sent it to Doug Phillips(cylindersmith) and now it works great.

Unfortunately, cylindersmith has closed its doors. Try https://fermincgarza.com/ instead. You send him your cylinder and your phone number. He checks the cylinder and texts you. If it needs work, then he does it and charges you. If it doesn't, then he sends it back and you pay for shipping only.


Okie John


Originally Posted by Brad
If Montana had a standing army, a 270 Win with Federal Blue Box 130's would be the standard issue.