Glock 21 45 ACP with reloaded ammo

[majormarine]

Hello guys,

since 45 ACP has lower pressure, is reloaded ammo considered much less risky if used in Glock 21?

thanks!

 

[mlehtovaara]

Depends on what kind of mistake is made in the reloading. The .45 is low pressure but it is an easy case to double charge because it is so big you can still seat a bullet with a twice the powder. The main reason people don't use reloads in a glock is lead bullets. If you are using jacketed reloads or copper plated then it is just a matter of being careful with proper loads. It is said that the polygonal rifling, I beieve octagonal rifling in the .45 model of the Glocks is what causes the no lead myth. I have shot hundreds through my glock 17 with no issues. All lead round nose. You just have to keep the barrel clean, and not allow led to build up. People need to stop spreading the internet myths about Glocks and lead. I know lots of guys who shoot nothing but. Just make sure the gun stays clean.

 

[curtmg]

Depends on what kind of mistake is made in the reloading. The .45 is low pressure but it is an easy case to double charge because it is so big you can still seat a bullet with a twice the powder. The main reason people don't use reloads in a glock is lead bullets. If you are using jacketed reloads or copper plated then it is just a matter of being careful with proper loads. It is said that the polygonal rifling, I beieve octagonal rifling in the .45 model of the Glocks is what causes the no lead myth. I have shot hundreds through my glock 17 with no issues. All lead round nose. You just have to keep the barrel clean, and not allow led to build up. People need to stop spreading the internet myths about Glocks and lead. I know lots of guys who shoot nothing but. Just make sure the gun stays clean.

 

[majormarine]

so, it means if i do not double charge, use jacketed bullets, and keep the bore clean from lead and other fouling, i should be fine, right?

 

[mlehtovaara]

so, it means if i do not double charge, use jacketed bullets, and keep the bore clean from lead and other fouling, i should be fine, right?

This would apply to any gun with any calibre. Jacketed is not necessary if you want to save money copper plated is a good idea, or lead but cleaning can be a ##### with alot of lead through a barrel. Just use a reloading manual and start low. .45 is a good round to start reloading though. And Glock is my favourite, but in .45 I pick the 1911. Good luck

 

[OldRanger]

Tag for interest

 

[chemo]

Tag for interest

why?

 

[OldRanger]

why?

When I get into reloading.

Sometimes I'm restricted by time and I tagg a thread, so I don't miss it and can look it up quick via User CP, subscribed threads.

Of the 1461 threads I'm subscribed to, there are a few that I have gone back to copy and post the answer to someone's question(s).

Possibly a G21 on the horizon as well.

Does that un- you?

 

[mp5k]

I shoot nothing but reloads in my glocks. I have a G27-.40 & a G20-10mm. I like the aftermarket bbls. They have a tighter chamber & more chamber support so it bulges the brass less. I love my 1911s in .45.

 

[buster]

glocks do not like wadcutters,they tend to hang up when being chambered.I bought a g21 for a buddy as a wedding present.He found that the bullet shape was critical for reliable cycling.

Are these reloads unknown to you,as in reloaded by someone else and you do not know what the load is? If so, you have to ask yourself if the person reloading these is competent and knowledgable with his load data.

As far as leading is concerned,cast bullets are usually loaded with a smaller charge to keep velocities down which prevents leading or minimalizes it.the lube that is used on a cast bullet also helps prevent leading.

 

[enefgee]

When I get into reloading.

Sometimes I'm restricted by time and I tagg a thread, so I don't miss it and can look it up quick via User CP, subscribed threads.

Of the 1461 threads I'm subscribed to, there are a few that I have gone back to copy and post the answer to someone's question(s).

Possibly a G21 on the horizon as well.

Does that un- you?

This is how you avoid seeing the exact same thread in three weeks, with different posters, and how you avoid snarky remarks from all of the old f*rts about the search function (which takes some practice to be useable, but doesn't, in actual fact, blow)