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From: wbp@gnv.ifas.ufl.edu (PEEL, WILLIAM B)
Newsgroups: rec.guns
Subject: Re: Downloaded Centerfire rounds
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Date: 14 Jun 91 20:05:12 GMT
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Keith,

Although my experience with reloading rifle rounds is limited, my reading
tells me that downloading a rifle round by simply reducing the amount of 
powder used can be a dangerous practice.  There is the possibility of 
dangerous pressure increases, sufficient to damage both gun and shooter.

Downloading by substituting a faster powder and a cast lead bullet is an
accepted and safe practice.  Unique is often used.  However, someone more
knowledgeable than I will have to provide you with particulars.  Failing
that, Mike Venturino has written several articles in past Guns & Ammo
about reduced lead bullet loads.  The late George C. Nonte also devoted
a chapter to the subject in his book "Basic Handloading," (Stoeger Books)
$7.95 last time I checked.

Hope this has helped,
Bill Peel