Bluemooncricket Posted January 29, 2023 Share Posted January 29, 2023 I’ve been loading blue bullets in 9mm and 40 for years but have recently decided to give rifle caliber reloading a try. I always thought it would make sense for B.B. to make a subsonic blackout projectile because of their success with pistol bullets and the rise in 300 blackout’s popularity. Well it came to my attention recently that they are now doing a 220gr 30 caliber bullet. This has convinced me that now is the time to jump into reloading for the blackout. Given that I have zero experience loading rifle calibers I have decided to check with the fine folks of the Enos forums for a little guidance. Is anyone here loading with this bullet? My goal is to make a plinking round for a suppressed Sig Rattler and Q Sugar Weasel. Any load data, tips or tricks with this endeavor would be greatly appreciated!! So far I have procured a set of Hornady dies, Winchester #41 primers, Everglades converted brass and some H110 powder. I’m loading on a Dillon 550. Thanks in advance!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirty_J Posted January 29, 2023 Share Posted January 29, 2023 Is a novel idea. But I’m not a big fan of running coated projectiles through my cans… and that’s kinda the whole point of Blackout subs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nathanb Posted January 29, 2023 Share Posted January 29, 2023 I’ve used pc. Coated through mine with no issues. Don’t crimp too much and the coating stays intact p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirty_J Posted January 29, 2023 Share Posted January 29, 2023 3 minutes ago, Nathanb said: I’ve used pc. Coated through mine with no issues. Don’t crimp too much and the coating stays intact p I do the same for my PCC… and the comp gets quite a bit of buildup. Can’t imagine it would be different in a can. You just can’t see it since most rifle cans aren’t serviceable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOSHMJ Posted February 12, 2023 Share Posted February 12, 2023 Make sure you buy a neck expander die to not scuff up the bullet as it gets seated. Some lead projectiles are a little to big for the case neck and you will end up with shaved lead, or a ruined case neck. I find that A1680 works best for heavy lead subs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluemooncricket Posted February 12, 2023 Author Share Posted February 12, 2023 I snagged a .30 carbine powder funnel from Dillon and actually found a jug of 1680 locally at a decent price. I’m trying to find a suitable overall length and charge to start with. I’m not sure what bullet the Blue Bullets compare most closely to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOSHMJ Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 try 10.0grn at 2.220 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluemooncricket Posted February 13, 2023 Author Share Posted February 13, 2023 Will do, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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