Loads for 225 grain TCFP

[Old Man Graybeard]

What is everyone using for a 225 grain coated truncated flat point using WW 231 ...WST...and Unique. I want to be at about 160 power factor. Thanks

[Garrison Joe]

(I certainly am not everybody), but I load 4.2 grains of WST behind any lead slug in the 225 to 230 grain range, to usually make about 160-165 Power Factor.  Each 1911 I have loaded for shoots slightly different velocities for the same loading, though, so you need to check the load in your gun.  good luck, GJ

[Muggins]

4.4 grains of HP-38 (231) under a 225 TCFP gives me 700 fps (157.5 PF) in my 1911.  

[Silvertip]

I have used 4.1 grains of WST  for 225 gr. flat point in, Reds 45 power factor is 164.4, in mine it is 169.4 power factor.

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