So I'm completely new to 10mm...in fact...my 10mm won't even be ready for over a year :/
I ordered a SVI single stack in .45ACP with a 10mm caliber conversion :D
At first I had 9mm, but after shooting my friend's 9mm SA 1911...I really didn't like the recoil impulse. Besides, the only reason I have 9mm is for my wife, but she has her CZ SP-01.
Anyway...after lots of video watching and web reading...I knew I didn't want .40 since I knew I could just load 10mm on the lighter side, so I decided to go for 10mm as my secondary caliber.
Given that I'll have a 1911, which bullet weight is ideal? 180gr seems to come up a lot and I have lots of Hodgdon powder, but it only lists a Sierra bullet for what I have (HP38, Autocomp, CFE Pistol). I don't plan to load on the hotter end, I'm more of a middle, middle upper type of guy for all of my reloading. Opinions very welcome!
Welcome to the forum and congrats on the SVI. They make very nice guns.
As far as bullet weight for 10mm, that is a loaded question, and everyone has their own answer.
I personally favor heavy bullets, so 180-200 grain is my personal preference. But, the 135's loaded full tilt display some impressive terminal ballistics. If I were exclusively worried about personal defense, I would probably look to a 155-165 grain bullet. I live in the mountain west, and bears in the city are not unheard of, so I load heavy to be prepared for anything.
Try then all. Nothing like some fun blowing up milk jugs.
Welcome to the forum nahpungnome! Be sure to post some pictures of your gun when you get it in hand.
Those powders will work for you needs for the middle of the road ammo you seek to make. Of those, Autocomp and CFE pistol should give you great numbers. HP38 being a slightly faster burn may be better suited for slower plinkers and cast bullets.
Most of us seek out the higher performance stuff that doesn't wreck the brass as used from our guns...
Enjoy the forum, best regards! :D
Welcome to the forum. I'm sure the experts here can put you on the right path!
Welcome to the forum! Many of us find the 10mm to be addicting. Most folks base their bullet weight selection on the purpose of the load. If you want to build a medium power self defense load, many people seem to lean towards the light/medium end of the 10mm spectrum (135-180 grains). Like sqlbullet, I load 200s for woods carry. I also load 180s for range use and practice. You have plenty of options and there is a wealth of knowledge on this forum.
Thanks everyone!
I'll definitely be reading through the older posts, so I'll be around, maybe not posting as much since my build isn't for over a year :D