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mathewsconquest2 04-22-2004 02:31 PM

Trap load recomendations
 
I'm about to start my second trap season and would like to reload my own shells this year instead of buying. I bought a MEC multi-stage reloader to replace my MEC JR. I shoot a modified choke in a 12 gauge O/U.

Any advice on a proven load?

Thanks,
Mathewsconquest2

Vapodog 04-22-2004 05:08 PM

RE: Trap load recomendations
 
For 16 yard targets I like a 1 oz load of #8 shot at about 1200'/sec.....

Hodgdon's clays is a good powder for that load.

firsttimeelkhunter 04-23-2004 07:28 PM

RE: Trap load recomendations
 
All of my reloading for shotgun sports are the same. I shoot 1 1/8 oz of 7.5 shot at 1200fps. Shoot Hodgden clays @ 18.2gr with a WAA12 type wads with Win 209 in win AA's

Wile E. 04-28-2004 08:29 PM

RE: Trap load recomendations
 
the last few years I've been using 17.5gr of Red dot with W209 primer,Rem fig 8 wad and 1 1/8 oz. of #8 shot in the light green Remington premier case.Alliant changed the formula for red dot to make it cleaner burning but it's still a bit dirty.I used to use WSL until it was discontinued.I also used to use AA cases but Winchester changed the plastic and they do not hold up for reloading.I started with the MEC jr myself,a good press,and now use a Hornandy Apex(a bit faster).Good shooting,Wile E.


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