DrLove Posted April 29, 2013 Share Posted April 29, 2013 folks, Since I'm getting into open comp, I've been told I have to start reloading. So can anyone please list exactly what I need to buy (and if you have a secret recipe too:), on what do I need to start reloading 38 super? thanks in advance... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 30, 2013 Share Posted April 30, 2013 (edited) 1. Call Brian for the reloading equipment 2. Order a decent chronograph 3. While you are waiting for the above stuff to arrive spend hours studying reloading manuals and reading the BE reloading forums (and others) to get an idea of what is working for other open shooters. However, the disclaimer is that what works for them may not be what works best for you. 4. Scratch out and order some components based on your research. 5. Be prepared to take the time to go slow and develop some loads that work in your gun. FWIW - It seems to me that 124 gain jacketed bullets with either 3N38, N350, AA7, SR4756, HS6 and small rifle primers are popular and proven combinations which are easy to load and work pretty well in most guns. Good Luck! Edited May 1, 2013 by Bamboo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superdude Posted April 30, 2013 Share Posted April 30, 2013 You might find some information at the link below useful. http://38super.net/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
factorysponsered Posted May 1, 2013 Share Posted May 1, 2013 Im currently running SR 4756 at 8gr to 8.6gr with 124's, at 1.222 oal. (In a factory STI Trubor) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike3232 Posted May 1, 2013 Share Posted May 1, 2013 (edited) Im running 10.5 of N105, CCI small rifle primers, montana gold 124gr JHP, OAL 1.225 out of a shorty. It's making about 174pf. Very easy dot tracking. The case is very full too, so if you are using an auto indexing press make sure to go slow and even cover the cases with your finger when it indexes. Good luck! Edited May 1, 2013 by mike3232 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BSeevers Posted May 1, 2013 Share Posted May 1, 2013 If I gave you the secret load then it wouldn't be one. ok the secret is out, pick one and practice to win. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark R Posted May 1, 2013 Share Posted May 1, 2013 You might think about replacing your extractor and moving into 38 Super Comp. Bottom line, More reliable and 1 extra round in the big sticks. I replaced my stock extractor with an Aftec 9mm/38SC extractor and haven't looked back. FWIW...I was shooting a 124 gr MG JHP with 4756 and N350. Recently switched to HS6 and a 115 gr MG JHP. 9.9-10 gr at 1.240" OAL and the dot just barely bounces. With the 124 gr bullets, the dot would leave the glass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadyscott999 Posted May 1, 2013 Share Posted May 1, 2013 You might think about replacing your extractor and moving into 38 Super Comp. Bottom line, More reliable and 1 extra round in the big sticks. I replaced my stock extractor with an Aftec 9mm/38SC extractor and haven't looked back. FWIW...I was shooting a 124 gr MG JHP with 4756 and N350. Recently switched to HS6 and a 115 gr MG JHP. 9.9-10 gr at 1.240" OAL and the dot just barely bounces. With the 124 gr bullets, the dot would leave the glass. Completely agree on using SC. My load is a Zero 121 over 10.8 3n38 with Winchester SRP. Makes 173PF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sauza45 Posted May 1, 2013 Share Posted May 1, 2013 I use 10.4 gr of N105 with the Hornady 125 HAPS at 1.235 oal and win. small rifle primers. This is super comp Makes 172pf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darth7 Posted May 4, 2013 Share Posted May 4, 2013 Does anyone use Accurate #7 with 125 FMJ? Who has bullets? I'm coming up "OUT OF STOCK" everywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 4, 2013 Share Posted May 4, 2013 Does anyone use Accurate #7 with 125 FMJ? Who has bullets? I'm coming up "OUT OF STOCK" everywhere. Yep, one of my favorite loads for .38 super. A little dirty, but then again so am I! AA#7 @ 10.2 grains with and OAL of 1.250 for the FMJ gives about a 167pf out of my guns. Montana Gold has bullets! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangeman711 Posted May 4, 2013 Share Posted May 4, 2013 I just ordered bullets from MG at a discount, $100 off case price on 124 JHP's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyOne Posted May 4, 2013 Share Posted May 4, 2013 Im running 10.5 of N105, CCI small rifle primers, montana gold 124gr JHP, OAL 1.225 out of a shorty. It's making about 174pf. Very easy dot tracking. The case is very full too, so if you are using an auto indexing press make sure to go slow and even cover the cases with your finger when it indexes. Good luck! Almost my exact load for my factory TruBor...10.5 of N105 with a 115MG JHP @1.235 Win SPMP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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