lead blowback using reloads?

[codemonkey001]

i'm working up a load of 200gr LRN using a pretty popular manufacturer and was wondering, is it normal to get blowback when loading lead? i get stuff blown back on my arms and towards my face when i shoot. it doesn't bother me too much, just making sure i'm doing everything right. i started loading FMJ but with higher volume shooting, I wanted to save a few bucks so i started trying lead. is the blowback normal or am I doing something wrong? i do not get this blowback loading FMJ. Thanks!

[Hi-Power Jack]

Code, did you drop the powder load going from

FMJ to lead?

If you don't, you'll have a lot

more velocity.

Not sure if that could cause "blowback"??

But, it could cause over pressure sit.

[buckaroo45]

I had some of that with a S&W 627 Pro. Turned out the cylinder wasn't locking up in perfect alignment and was shaving a tiny bit of lead. That and a couple other issues caused S&W to just replace the gun under warranty. I've also seen it on a buddy's Charter Arms 38. Wound up replacing it also. Somebody here will have a better answer to the problem but you're not alone with the problem.

[Glockman1000]

What kind of gun are you using? Is it actual lead? It could just be oil/powder/lube residue.

I get splotches like that when I shoot lead. Maybe the same thing?

[0099]

What kind of gun are you using? Is it actual lead? It could just be oil/powder/lube residue.

I get splotches like that when I shoot lead. Maybe the same thing?

This-We need more info- load specs and gun type

[HuntingPaper]

I've notice the same thing shooting 45ACP Precision Bullets with W231 out of my STI Trojan but haven't found out the cause yet. I thought it was part of the molly coat.

[codemonkey001]

hey, guys not sure if it's actually lead that's just what i assume b/c i don't get the same when i shoot FMJ. below is my load:

200gr LRN

5.0gr W231

shot out of a Springfield 1911.

thanks

Edited August 6, 2012 by codemonkey001

[TonyT]

i'm working up a load of 200gr LRN using a pretty popular manufacturer and was wondering, is it normal to get blowback when loading lead? i get stuff blown back on my arms and towards my face when i shoot. it doesn't bother me too much, just making sure i'm doing everything right. i started loading FMJ but with higher volume shooting, I wanted to save a few bucks so i started trying lead. is the blowback normal or am I doing something wrong? i do not get this blowback loading FMJ. Thanks!

My 25 yard bullseye pistol load is 3.8 gr. HS-700X behind a 185 gr. LSWC for 710-720 fps. Lot's of particles of powder on my arms but nice tight one hole ten shot groups allow me to put up with that minor annoyance.

[ItZallGooD]

When you say "blowback", do you mean that you can feel stuff hitting your arms and face? If so, I get the same thing with my PT1911 with lower pressure loads. With "full throttle" 230's I don't see the issue. For my USPSA loads I like 200 grainers. Unique is the worst(down right annoying), HP-38 is a little better, but Titegroup has the least amount of blowback. I assumed that the Taurus has a sloppy chamber and needs the extra pressure the seal it up. I doubt that a Springfield has a sloppy chamber. I am new to this so take this with a grain of salt.

[Hi-Power Jack]

200gr LRN

5.0gr W231

Code, how much W231 do you use for FMJ bullets?

[codemonkey001]

200gr LRN

5.0gr W231

Code, how much W231 do you use for FMJ bullets?

for 230gr PD's, i use 5.6gr. thanks!