.35 cal Flatpoints for 356 Win

[piperdown]

I just picked up a 356 Big Bore. I've got brass and dies on the way, and have some BB 205 Gr. GCFP bullets to get her shooting. I haven't seen a lot of jacketed bullets available other than the Hornady Lever stuff. Doe anyone know who is making a jacketed 200 to 220 Gr flat point bullet these days? If you have any loading info for the 356 Win that would also be appreciated.

Thx

 

[legi0n]

why jacketed?
gas-checked cast lead works very well and it's cheaper.

 

[iceman2]

I use 200 gr Hornady round nose. The end of the bullet is almost flat and should not be a problem in the tubular mag. If you are not comfortable with the round nose simply run a flat file over the end of the bullet to flaten it more. I have done this and does not bother accuracy even though I don't think it is necessary.

 

[ben hunchak]

My .356 really likes the 245gr. flat pt. gas check bullets(Saeco), very accurate, hits hard.

 

[piperdown]

why jacketed?
gas-checked cast lead works very well and it's cheaper.

I just like to try a variety. Thanks for the info everyone.

 

[Al-Sway]

Speer made a 180 gr FN and a 220 grain. You could try them. I found the 220 grain more accurate.

 

[gpracer]

Sierra also makes a flat point 200 grainer, I use it in the 35 remington.

 

[Whelen B]

In my 356Win I like to use 250 Speer Hot Core and cut/file the exposed lead tip flat - to the same FN tip as their factory 220 FN (which I like too). It weighs 246grs or so after surgery. Kills bears pretty well I've found.

 

[Henry Nierychlo]

Sierra, Hornady, Nosler, Remington, Barnes & Swift. All these co.'s make 200gr to 225gr All of these are available to order in.
Regards, Henry