I ordered a new MEC 600 Jr in .410 so I can load for my smallest shotgun finally. Birdshot loads won't be a problem but, I want to load some buckshot loads as well. I have 00 shot and will get some 000 but, the four manuals I have don't show much for loading .410 hulls with buckshot. One manual, Buckshot Loading III from BPI, only has recipes for Cheddite hulls. I'll be using Remington, Federal and Winchester 2-1/2" and 3" hulls.
I've done buckshot for birdshot in my 12 and 20 gauge shotguns and had really good success, nice patterns at 35 yds. so, I'm considering trying that with the .410. Get some wads and powder and do a couple of test loads in each hull to see which does best.
Truthfully, I'd much rather use real recipes instead of working on a "wing and a prayer".
Any assistance will be greatly appreciated! 8)
I've done buckshot for birdshot in my 12 and 20 gauge shotguns and had really good success, nice patterns at 35 yds. so, I'm considering trying that with the .410. Get some wads and powder and do a couple of test loads in each hull to see which does best.
Truthfully, I'd much rather use real recipes instead of working on a "wing and a prayer".
Any assistance will be greatly appreciated! 8)
