.45 Colt Handloading (250 grain LRNFP + Trail Boss) Part 1

***DISCLAIMER***

This post contains handloading data.  It was created for my firearms and may not be safe for general use.  I cannot be held responsible for misuse of this data or for typographical errors.  Use at your own risk!


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Ruger Blackhawk .45 Colt (and .45 ACP)

So I walked into a local gun store and ordered a blued Ruger Blackhawk with a 5.5" barrel in .45 Colt.  In a few weeks I received a blued Ruger Blackhawk with a 5.5" barrel in .45 Colt....and .45 ACP!  They apparently ordered the model with the conversion cylinder.  I have no complaints, having more cartridge options is a good thing.

This will be my test vehicle for all of my .45 Colt handloads and some of my .45 ACP loads, I'm sure.  Depending on how well I can shoot with it, it might also become my primary hunting handgun.