Leroy Posted May 31, 2003 Share Posted May 31, 2003 Hey, I just got the new 38 super S&W 4 inch barrel 686.. Tyring it figure out a load for it. any ideas. Leroy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubber Posted May 31, 2003 Share Posted May 31, 2003 Leroy, Getting loading data for the new 38 super Revolver might be a little tricky. Using a lead 160 grain bullet I would start off close to 2.7 grains of a fast burning powder such as Bullseye or Solo 1000. I know the Professor uses a light bullet moving fast, but I don't know his loading data. I can't remember my loads on an experimental 38 super Revo I had but don't think I got over 3.3 grains. Our 38 supers shot real soft but you will have to be extremely careful. I 'll see what info I can find out from the old guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leroy Posted May 31, 2003 Author Share Posted May 31, 2003 Hey Bubber. Thanks man. I called S&W and they said to use a .359 jacketed bullet would shoot great in the gun so i am planning on trying jacketed bullets. i got some 130gr ones coming from monatana gold this week. I assume that loads for a 1911 auto would not work in a revolver??? Leroy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leroy Posted May 31, 2003 Author Share Posted May 31, 2003 oops...356..dia jacketed bullets... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Nesbitt Posted May 31, 2003 Share Posted May 31, 2003 I use Bullseye in my 38 special loads because the powder burns completely. No unburned powder under the ejector. Bill Nesbitt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRT Driver Posted May 31, 2003 Share Posted May 31, 2003 Might try 4.3 V V N320, OAL 1.22, .355 125 gr Zero, WSP primer to start. Very accurrate @50. Goes 1050fps or so in a comped auto. You may need to up the charge a couple of .10ths for a wheelgun. When my 38 Super wheelgun is finished, I'll post the results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leroy Posted May 31, 2003 Author Share Posted May 31, 2003 Thanks I just some new n320:) S&W recommend a 356 bullet but i might try a 355 and see how it shoots. i have tried 355 356 and 357 in my springfield 38s. i really can't tell much difference seems like the 355's shoot fine. this is my first revolver and not sure if the loads in manuals are the same for a revolver as they are for an auto. Leroy ps..what kind of wheel gun are you building? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRT Driver Posted June 1, 2003 Share Posted June 1, 2003 I use .355's in all of mine and have not had a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leroy Posted June 2, 2003 Author Share Posted June 2, 2003 Thanks I shot some 355 in it yesterday and it shot great. i am now looking for the right moon clips and holders and tools. and holster for it. any ideas? Leory Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedStick Posted June 2, 2003 Share Posted June 2, 2003 Leroy, You can get some of your information you are looking for at the following web pages. There are links to people who sell moonclips & accessories. http://www.azwildbunch.com http://www.azwildbunch.com/sw8shot.htm Hope these help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRT Driver Posted June 2, 2003 Share Posted June 2, 2003 moonclips.com will have some soon. By the end of the month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leroy Posted June 13, 2003 Author Share Posted June 13, 2003 I just got bullets from montana gold .356 130 grain. and i am going to use V-V-3n37 powder does any one think this will work.? S&W told me to use .356 dia in this gun. i was supprised that the fmj bullets from montana gold had exposed lead backs... it this normal. Leroy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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