Loading .32 H&R Wadcutters

This video details the process and results of handloading custom ammunition for .32 caliber firearms, specifically focusing on .32 H&R Magnum and .327 Federal Magnum. The instructor discusses two distinct loads: a 98-grain full wadcutter and a 71-grain copper-plated round nose bullet, providing velocity data and shooting impressions for each. The content emphasizes the effectiveness and fun of these handloaded rounds for small game, defense, and general shooting.

Quick Summary

Handloading custom .32 H&R Magnum and .327 Federal Magnum ammunition offers effective and fun shooting experiences. A 98-grain wadcutter load achieves 850 fps, while a 71-grain Berry's bullet load reaches 900-950 fps from handguns and 1100 fps from rifles, using Alliant 231 powder.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Custom Charter Arms Undercoverette
  2. 00:15New Wadcutter Load Discussion
  3. 00:2398 Grain Wadcutter Specs
  4. 00:30Powder and Velocity Data
  5. 00:44Load Effectiveness and Accuracy
  6. 00:56Commercial Ammunition Comparison
  7. 01:14Loading 71 Grain Berry's Bullets
  8. 01:3171 Grain Load Specs
  9. 01:4371 Grain Load Velocity and Feel
  10. 01:57Rifle Velocity Comparison
  11. 02:12Encouragement to Reload
  12. 02:17Lee Reloading Products

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the specifications for the custom .32 H&R Magnum wadcutter load discussed?

The custom load features a 98-grain full target wadcutter bullet for .32 H&R Magnum and .327 Federal Magnum. It uses Alliant 231 powder and achieves approximately 850 feet per second from a Charter Arms Undercoverette, noted for its accuracy and effectiveness.

What are the performance characteristics of the 71-grain Berry's bullet load for .32 H&R Magnum?

This load uses 71-grain copper-plated Berry's round nose bullets with Alliant 231 powder. It achieves velocities between 900-950 feet per second from a handgun, offering a fun shooting experience with minimal perceived recoil, and 1100 fps from a rifle.

What reloading equipment is recommended for beginners?

The video recommends Lee reloading products as an affordable and easy way for individuals to get started in handloading ammunition. This allows for the creation of custom loads tailored to specific firearms and shooting preferences.

How does barrel length affect the velocity of .32 H&R Magnum loads?

Barrel length significantly impacts projectile velocity. A 71-grain round nose bullet load achieved approximately 900-950 feet per second from a handgun, but when fired from a .32 H&R Magnum single-shot rifle with a longer barrel, the velocity increased to 1100 feet per second.

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