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Posted: 2/18/2010 8:22:34 AM EDT
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I just bought a Rem 798 chambered in 375 H&H. I plan to reload for it before I do I want to get/read all the important books before I start reloading. I just have a quick question. I've been looking at bullets to use in reloading. One load I want to possibly work up uses a gas checked lead slug and push it at or around 1400ish FPS. The only bullet I can find in this set up is for the .38-55 and according to Midway is measures out at .376 instead of a true .375. The question I have is, is it an acceptable bullet to use for this application? Thanks 
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bullet sizes are confusing, a good reloading manual will list the diameter of the projectiles used. Not all jacketed bullets are .001" over, take 40SW/10mm, some jacketed bullets are .400" not .401" I just peeked at my 4th edition Hornady manual, they use .375" diameter projectiles |
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What's the impetus for shooting lead...cost? If cost is an issue, 375 H&H probably isn't the greatest cartridge to be messing around with, in my mind's eye.
Will you be hunting with this rifle? If so, I'd stick with jacketed bullets made for the caliber. It's not like there aren't dozens out there, to choose from. Also, regarding over all price, the 375 H&H isn't exactly a cartridge you'll be lugging down to the range and shooting 100 rounds with, per session, so spending a few bucks more for on one or two boxes of jacketed bullets won't break the proverbial bank. Jacketed bullets will offer less fuss and mess. All the big makers make bullets for this caliber. Chris |
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Quoted: No cost issue. Just something different. I plan on using it for anything under the sun really. More often than not hog and deer. I picked 375 based on it's versatility not price. You're probably right about just spending a few extra on a box or two of bullets. I can't wait to start experimenting and loading from mild to wild. Thanks for everyone help. What's the impetus for shooting lead...cost? If cost is an issue, 375 H&H probably isn't the greatest cartridge to be messing around with, in my mind's eye. Will you be hunting with this rifle? If so, I'd stick with jacketed bullets made for the caliber. It's not like there aren't dozens out there, to choose from. Also, regarding over all price, the 375 H&H isn't exactly a cartridge you'll be lugging down to the range and shooting 100 rounds with, per session, so spending a few bucks more for on one or two boxes of jacketed bullets won't break the proverbial bank. Jacketed bullets will offer less fuss and mess. All the big makers make bullets for this caliber. Chris |
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No cost issue. Just something different. I plan on using it for anything under the sun really. More often than not hog and deer. I picked 375 based on it's versatility not price. You're probably right about just spending a few extra on a box or two of bullets. I can't wait to start experimenting and loading from mild to wild. Thanks for everyone help.
What's the impetus for shooting lead...cost? If cost is an issue, 375 H&H probably isn't the greatest cartridge to be messing around with, in my mind's eye. Will you be hunting with this rifle? If so, I'd stick with jacketed bullets made for the caliber. It's not like there aren't dozens out there, to choose from. Also, regarding over all price, the 375 H&H isn't exactly a cartridge you'll be lugging down to the range and shooting 100 rounds with, per session, so spending a few bucks more for on one or two boxes of jacketed bullets won't break the proverbial bank. Jacketed bullets will offer less fuss and mess. All the big makers make bullets for this caliber. Chris If you can get a lead bullet shooting in a 375 H&H at those low velocities without leading, you will have discovered an inexpensive practice load for that cartridge which is a very good thing, of course. The low pressures will ensure that the cases don't get worn quickly either. |
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Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: No cost issue. Just something different. I plan on using it for anything under the sun really. More often than not hog and deer. I picked 375 based on it's versatility not price. You're probably right about just spending a few extra on a box or two of bullets. I can't wait to start experimenting and loading from mild to wild. Thanks for everyone help. What's the impetus for shooting lead...cost? If cost is an issue, 375 H&H probably isn't the greatest cartridge to be messing around with, in my mind's eye. Will you be hunting with this rifle? If so, I'd stick with jacketed bullets made for the caliber. It's not like there aren't dozens out there, to choose from. Also, regarding over all price, the 375 H&H isn't exactly a cartridge you'll be lugging down to the range and shooting 100 rounds with, per session, so spending a few bucks more for on one or two boxes of jacketed bullets won't break the proverbial bank. Jacketed bullets will offer less fuss and mess. All the big makers make bullets for this caliber. Chris If you can get a lead bullet shooting in a 375 H&H at those low velocities without leading, you will have discovered an inexpensive practice load for that cartridge which is a very good thing, of course. The low pressures will ensure that the cases don't get worn quickly either. That was pretty much my original goal.  |
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Quoted: I'd like to hear how the lead works out. What powder is used in that load? For plinker loads, I use the 220gr hornady over about 75 grains of varget, mainly to reduce recoil. Takes it down to 300 win mag range or so, and the bullets are pretty reasonable. From what I have read..... 250 gr gas checked solid over 28gr of AA-5744 for about 1400 FPS |
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