IDPA 38 Special

[gtrman]

I'm shooting a Model 19 4" barrel.

I'm looking for some IDPA loads.

Preferably in 38 Spl cases, but I'm open for any suggestions. 

Thanks

[afish4570]

Used Acc, # 2 and #5 now using Green dot with Lee 158gr. RNFP (cast with Range Lead) O.L. 1.43 shooting in K frame S&W 4".  Bullseye is great too if you can get it. Using recommended powder charges listed in manuals Boolits are Range lead sized .358.5 in Lyman 450 sizer.  Lube White Label Lars 2500.  Minimum leading  which cleans up quickly with tight patch on jag with solvent and a brass brush if needed.  afish4570

[CavReconScout]

These were 22 rds shot in a 4” M66, 38 Sp cases, Aguila primers, Blue Bullets 158gr coated LSW:

 

3.2gr Titegroup

759 Hi

699 Low

737 Avg

60 ES

16 SD

116 PF

 

 

[Postal Bob]

38 minutes ago, CavReconScout said:

These were 22 rds shot in a 4” M66, 38 Sp cases, Aguila primers, Blue Bullets 158gr coated LSW:

 

3.2gr Titegroup

759 Hi

699 Low

737 Avg

60 ES

16 SD

116 PF

 

 

I also use 3.2 gr Titegroup, but my velocities are closer to 105pf, especially in colder weather.

[Howard B]

I’ve had good success with Bullseye.  Haven’t used BE86.

 I like 3.5gr in a 38 Spl case with Berry’s 158 RN.  Federal small pistol primers because my 4” M66 has wimpy springs.  For me, that bullet finds its way into the chambers quickest of those i have tried.