by larryw » 03 Dec 2019 23
Don't worry about crimp -vs- pressure in 38spec, non issue.
When im crimping cast or jacketed into a canular or crimp groove,
with standard 38spec loads, I want to visibly see some crimp rolled in.
38spec +P loads, I wanna see even more of a crimp.
Hot, heavy .357mag, 44mag, hunting, barn burner, hand hurters
I want to see one heck of a heavy crimp.
You don't want any bullet pulling out of the case under recoil.
If it comes out far enough, it will lock up the cylinder.
Plated bullets are a different story, the plating is thin enough that a
bit to much crimp will cut the plating. I use a taper crimp for these.
It's pretty tough to get into trouble with 38spec, that doesn't mean
Do as you please. Stick to published loads, "Start low & work up" is
A clasic handloaders mantra & one we take very, very seriously.
Well, I bet this made things clear as mud for you ?
Very good question by the way.