Grtools is made by an german reloader named gordon. Soft point bullets are designed for rapid, controlled expansion and maximum impact. First 3855 smokeless reloads the firearms forum the. Placing an order for items that require an ffl transfer. You can count on hsms cowboy action cartridges to provide exceptional single action accuracy with moderate recoil. Reloading brass powder valley reloading superstore. Calls or emails about this item will not receive a response. Find your best price for 3855 win ammo best 38 55 win ammunition search engine 2020. If youre new to reloading, consider one of the many rcbs kits to get you started. Winchester, alone of the big four ammo companies, offers a. This information applies to any of the original black powder.
I also want to load for itmostly just for grins but maybe use for deer eventually. Heavy 3855 winchester ammo and rifle ammunition display. Thanks my load is for a model 1885 highwall single shot rifle, and it may be a bit stout for a leveraction model 1894 rifle. This ammunition is new production, noncorrosive, in boxer primed, reloadable brass cases. It has the reputation as a killer of big game from the old days as a black powder cartridge and was popular in schuetzen target shooting for years. Once squeezed a little they can get the cast bullets chambered so they can shoot. Can i shoot 375 winchester ammunition in my 3855 marlin. What projectile sizes do you guys load up in your 38 55 ammo. Whether its 10mm or 50 bmg, you can find it for sale at midsouth. The muzzle velocity is 20 fps and the energy is 987 ft lbs. I have always had good luck in 38 special and 357 mag, so i plan on giving it a try. Here was a cartridge that fired considerably heavier bullets than the.
Still working up loads, but having good results so far. The 38 55 can be so weird that some shooters cannot chamber their ammo unless they fl size the loaded ammo slightly. Thinking of getting started in a little reloading for. Due to safety considerations and legalregulatory reasons, ammunition may not be returned. We have the top brands for your rifle at the best prices, ready to ship right to your door nationwide.
Black hills cowboy action ammo 3855 wcf 255 grain lead flat. Before loading live ammunition, you should always check with the powdermakers most recent load data. Attention due to high order volume you will experience delays in shipping. We provide a large selection of calibers, grains, and amounts. We carry 38 55 wcf ammo from top brand ammo manufacturers such as federal, remington, winchester, hornady, pmc and others.
I do not have that reloading info with me but i do know with smokeless it shot very nice with whatever charge for about 120050 fps with cow on top of the powder so the seated boolit compressed the mass about 18 inch. Hsm cowboy action ammo 3855 wcf 240 grain hard cast. Black hills cowboy action ammo 3855 wcf 255 grain lead. Heavy 3855 winchester ammo buffalo bore ammunition. If youre reloading or looking at some new load development, new calibres or bullet types and. Im not looking for a super mag 38 55, but an improved cartridge provided by modern powders, bullets, and rifle much like the 4570 has been improved by modern components and the marlin 1895. I have also read about the 50,000 cup for the 375 winchester. By adding this item to your wishlist, you will be notified automatically via email when this items price has dropped. Load data for 285 gr gc bullet i just purchased a commemorative 94 in 38 55, and it came with handloaded ammunition.
Our 3855 ammo is designed to work in all 3855 chambered firearms made with modern metallurgy for smokeless powder. For those who are not aware, the 3030 case is simply a necked down 38 55 casing. Due to recent events it could be possible they are delayed, closed or not accepting transfers. Found a good load for my 3855 winchester shooting and. Whether you are reloading for handgun, rifle, shotshell or muzzleloading we have what you need. This is an ideal load for both competition and practice. I have a 94 made in 1899 and have lots of imr 4198. Mike, i have heard alot of people that are using unique in 38 55.
With our load data you can search by caliber, bullet weight, powder, powder manufacturer or a combination of all four. Hsm cowboy action 3855 win 240 grain rnfp 20 round box. Midwayusa carries a full line of 3855 wcf from all the major brands. Winchester superx ammo 3855 wcf 255 grain powerpoint box.
I have heard a number of stories about chamber and brass problems with 38 55. It was used by marlin firearms from 1875 on for various singleshot target rifles and their 1893 lever action rifle. Barnes offers a variety of rifle reloading bullets ideal for hunters and discriminating handloader. Hey tommy, ive used anything from 15 to 19 grains of imr4227 and lil gun in my 38 55 with good success using 250 and 330 grain bullets. It was used by marlin firearms from 1876 on for various singleshot. Would be nice if this bullet was offered in gas check form for the 375 win. My understanding is the new ammo is loaded to the old blackpowder loads in terms of pressurevelocity. Does reloading for a miroku winchester 1885 38 55 have any unique challenges compared to a 4570. We sell ammunition by the box and bulk ammo in case quantities. Top of page home reloading tools ammunition reloading supplies by caliber for.
Reloading for the lyman ideal sharps rifle in 38 55 duration. I dont have a 38 55 but i happened to notice this in the most recent huntingtons catalog because the 38 55 is mentioned frequently here on the board and i believe ive fired one of duff l baggs rifles in 38 55 though its hard to remember because he brings so many different guns to the range. By ordering this ammunition, you certify you are of legal age and satisfy all federal, state and local legalregulatory requirements to purchase this ammunition. Assra forum 3855 fixed ammo with accurate arms powder.
Shooting the lyman ideal sharps rifle in 3855 youtube. Buffalo bore ammo 11c20 handgun 38 55 win jfn 255 gr 20 rds. By 1875 john marlin had taken over ballard production, and by 1879 was offering the. The moderate recoil and excellent accuracy of this ammunition will satisfy all shooters regardless of application. I havent run out of factory ammo yet, i bought all i could find ww. In my humble opinion, it is almost the perfect cast bullet caliber. We are the largest provider of all brands of reloading brass because we offer great service and wholesale prices.
Our sales staff cannot forecast price or availability of wish list items. Redneck convent large caliber 50 round universal reloading ammo tray loading blocks 10pack. We go into some detail on how to load for some of the older black powder rifle calibers such as the. Brands include hornady, lapua, nosler, remington, silver state armory, nammo, prvi partizan, winchester and mixed range fired. It also is able to supply rapid and controlled expansion and the ability to travel at high velocities. What started as a small dream has become a multimillion dollar international business selling ammunition, reloading supplies and accessories. The difference is cases between the 375 winchester and the 38 55 is approximately. We will be creating labels in advance to help get shipments out quicker. Buffalo bore ammo 11c 20 handgun 3855 win jfn 255 gr 20 rds by adding this item to your wishlist, you will be notified automatically via email when this items price has dropped. I see that the 336 marlin is chambered in both 375 win and 38 55 win. View detailed images 1 barnes offers a variety of rifle reloading bullets ideal for hunters and discriminating handloader.
We have vmax, polymer tip and soft point bullets for hunting, varmint and small game hunting. For those who are not aware, the 3030 case is simply a necked down 3855 casing. Hsm cowboy action ammo 3855 wcf 240 grain hard cast round. Produced by pressureforming pure copper tubing around a pure lead core, this highly reliable bullet was the first custom bullet available to american handloaders. The bullet is a lead cast flat point with a gas check, 285 grains. I also have heard that the 38 55 is suprisingly a heavy hitter with great penetration even given its mild manner recoil and shootability. Their precise engineering and tight tolerances help ensure you get highquality brass that chambers positively. Had folks coming up for 4th of july, and wanted them to shoot a historic gun winchester 1894 thats 120 years old. The last i bought, in between the panicbuying sprees of 2008. I have read about the sammi 30,000 cup for the 38 55 win. Winchester mold and loading tool 3855 antique vintage.
Expect a 1012 day delay if you receive tracking and it doesnt move that night, dont be alarmed. For target shooting, most competitors use cast bullets weighing around 250 grains at 12000 fps. Our 38 55 ammo is designed to work in all 38 55 chambered firearms made with modern metallurgy for smokeless powder. In fact, you should check multiple sources if possible.
The sections of older lyman reloading handbooks devoted to obsolete cartridges are also good sources for reloading information on old cartridges like the. These guys are great i placed a last minute order for this hard to find ammunition. Although the high road has attempted to provide accurate information on the forum, the high road assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information. When used with jacketed bullets it also delivers higher velocities in my rifle than are indicated in some of the reloading manuals.
It operates at 38,000 cupthe 3030 winchester operates at an average max. Whether you are a reloading beginner, expert, or just enjoy the hobby palmetto state armory has everything you need. Palmetto state armory is the optimal source for all your ammunition needs. I have two boxes of oliver winchester commemorative ammo in 38 55 caliber. This simple and compact reloading kit can go anywhere.
Hsm cowboy action ammunition 3855 wcf 240 grain hard cast round nose flat point box of 20. I believe the 38 55 can be improved likewise to duplicate, or come close, to the winchester. The cowboy action line of ammunition is suitable for single action shooting or hunters who want a more traditional option for the field. However, in its prime it was used not only for deer, but also caribou, black bear and elk with full power loads. Ammunition top brands with amazing prices palmetto.
Also, is it ok to shoot new winchester 38 55 ammo in it. Using bullets from hornady, barnes, jacketed, rcbs 37250. I know that there are older model rifles chambered in 38 5. The mold appears to be in great shape as does the reloading tool.
Reloading brass powder valley is your reloading superstore. Shop top ammo brands like federal, hornady, winchester, remington, tula, cci, browning and more for handguns, rifles, and shotguns. Accurates online load data shows a load as low as 14. I have finally found a little time to start thinking about reloading some rounds for my new legendary frontiersmen comemmorative, in 38 55. Discussion in handloading and reloading started by green lantern, may 14, 20. Orville winchell on 20rds 3855 win black hills 255gr. Standard primerswinchester wlr, remington 912 and cci 200are plenty hot for lighting the. I have two 3855s, one a cpastevens and the other a marlin cowboy. We highly recommend contacting your ffl before placing your order. Reloading studio is an elegant reloading data management software for tracking, planning, managing and cataloguing your entire reloading workflow, components and firearms. Winchester superx centerfire rifle ammunition is just as accurate as any other winchester ammo, offering incredible reliability. Black hills cowboy action ammunition 3855 wcf 255 grain lead flat nose box of 20. Ask all questions before bidding as there are no returns.
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