Light loads go KB

[RTF2]

I'm loading up some super light loads for 357 mag. Starting load with 4gr of titegroup under a campro 125gr FCPTC, lightly crimped. These are my first loads for 357, it don't seem like much powder in the case. I know it's not the best for 357, but is there a chance of the powder igniting all at once and KB? I hear occasionally that could be possible, but I can't see it. ive only got 12 of them loaded up to head to the range with and try, just wanted to run it by you guys first. I'm using CCI small pistol primers as well, not magnums.

Thanks,
Trevor

 

[Ganderite]

No danger. That is a good light load.

Load 12 more of 4.3, 4.6 & 4.9

See which groups the best. Usually one load is much better than the others.

 

[Spawn-Inc]

I've heard of a few cases for the 500 magnum and tightgroup blowing up the gun but not for 357mag. I believe i've tried that powder in mine but i typically load hot loads for the 357mag and use 38 spl for light loads.

 

[Dogleg]

Biggest issue with light loads of fast burning powder is accidently getting two or three charges into the case. That can get real interesting, real fast.