Ruger Blackhawk 45 Colt , Hornady XTP Handloads

[@JWheeler331]

That accurate powder lived up to its name for sure.

[@frecklemcapple6841]

Peacemaker aesthetics are hard to Beat.

[@ChristianGrest]

Love Titegroup powder for pistol loads. Really liking that H110 for my .44magnum. That Accurate 5 looks like one heck of an accurate powder for that pistol. Funny seeing a reloading video from you today…got a reloading video I’m releasing tomorrow. Looking forward to the changed you plan on with that Ruger.

[@j_c_hunt]

I’ve got some things in the works. I’m also looking at doing some cast bullets to get an idea on what I’ll cast in the future.

[@carycary5824]

Thanks for the video!!!

[@silenceismycanvas]

Accurate #5 is a really good powder. Not the best for less than a 5" barrel..... In my experience..... It does really decent in a 1894C 18.5" barrel but ballistics wise, it's not a "bolt of lightning" if you know what I mean..... I bet it would shine best in a in-between, those extremes. Honestly, I have never tried #5 in anything longer than a 5" pistol barrel besides the 1894c. Always decent groups though. It will always be in my kit. Good video. :)

[@j_c_hunt]

Thanks! I’ve got some hard cast loaded with it I’ll be trying before long. It’s just what I had on hand until I can get ahold of some unique and/or 2400. I’ve got a few XTPs left, and recently got a chronograph, so I may load some up to shoot from my 1894 CB with 20” barrel.

[@j_c_hunt]

Since this video, I also had cylinder throats reamed to .452. It made a little difference, but I think hard cast and finding the right powder and load weight thru trail and chronograph, I can tighten these up significantly.

[@brickhammerSS]

Nice gun! I got one 7 1/2 ss. Love it

[@j_c_hunt]

Much obliged! I got a few changes I’m making to this one in due time. I’d love to find an old model vaquero in 7 1/2”.

[@keithfreeman5204]

1994, US Navy, handload for my Ruger Blackhawk, 5 5/8 barrel. 185 gn. Hard cast Lead Semi wadcutter. Starting load was 7.5 gn of Unique. End load was 11 gn of Unique. 2 inch groups.

[@bradedwards3441]

Matt's bullets 280 gr unique its all you'll need

[@Ruteger100]

check out Acme lead bullets. I use them in my colt lever gun. lots of fun. not too pricey.

[@MichaelM-q2q]

I'm wondering if a .36 cal. Pennsylvania long rifle with a 45 capacity powder charge would make a good beanfield rifle

[@joeyates1428]

Good video, did the manual call for magnum primers or did you just decide to? I only ask because I will begin loading for 45 colt soon.

[@j_c_hunt]

It was just what I had on hand at the time. Magnum primers to my understanding are best used with slow burning powder and shooting down near zero degrees or lower temps in handguns, or with charges over 60 grains in rifle cartridges.. Me personally, I’ve loaded the exact same powder charges using both magnum and non magnum primers and haven’t noticed any difference in accuracy or velocity thru the chrono. My rule of thumb, I just use what I can find personally and it works for me.

[@joeyates1428]

@@j_c_hunt thank you sir

[@randyguapo7793]

Good Luck Finding A 7 1/2 Inch Old Model Vaquero !!! Probably That First Load Were Unique Or Red Dot Powders There Really Dirty 🤔

[@glynnmitchell9253]

I wish they made a 6 1/2” or seven 1/2” barrel. It’s easier to keep higher velocity without pushing it too max loads.

[@876mpr]

Those HSM loads are probably just so weak that there isn’t enough pressure for the case to seal the chamber and the powder to burn completely.