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2/4/2011 6:33:41 AM EDT
I'm currently loading 9mm Luger, .38 Super, and .45 ACP. I'm about to start loading for .380 ACP in the next few weeks. Are there any pointers for the .380, or things that I should avoid?
2/4/2011 6:57:35 AM EDT
[#1]
cases can vary from mfg to mfg for volume and loading of the heads. Try to separate by mfg for loading . I also had issues with anything over 100gr. I stick with either 95gr fmj or lead or 88gr hp if i can find them on sale.

Depending on the press your using they are smaller as you know than 9mm and can be a pain putting the heads on top of the case.

2/4/2011 6:57:50 AM EDT
[#2]
Here's how I did it a while back http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=6&f=42&t=281056
2/4/2011 7:12:01 PM EDT
[#3]
I like W231 for the .380.  

Advice: try to avoid pinching your fingers in the press, those suckers are pretty small.
2/4/2011 9:05:47 PM EDT
[#4]
W231 worked best for me. Bulls eye was a close second.
2/5/2011 7:02:21 AM EDT
[#5]
Quoted:
I like W231 for the .380.  

Advice: try to avoid pinching your fingers in the press, those suckers are pretty small.



+1 too both ...


AR's write-up  was excellent.. the AA powders are great too.


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