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DA>JS>Question:  When should I start using magnum primers as opposed to
DA>JS>standard?
DA>1. Whenever the published loading data calls for it.
DA>2. As a general rule of thumb, W296, H110, and Hercules 2400
DA>always require magnum primers in handguns, subject to item #1.
DA>3. Powders along the lines of Blue Dot can go either way. For
DA>instance, published loads using magnum primers show a lower max
DA>for Blue Dot than published loads using standard primers.
Well, Since I have no plans to work up a middle of the road type of load 
for the .357, I guess I need some magnum primers.  :-)  I've got some 
nice soft swaged 148gr HBWC I plan on loading up to rediculously low 
velocities for target & whatnot.  Then I've got my VV N110 for the 
maximum loads.  So far I've got 110 and 158gr Hornady XTP JHP bullets.  I 
want to get something a bit more penetrating, like a 158gr flat point or
a 180gr JHP.  I'm wondering if a 180gr solid would be too penetrating for 
something like a backwoods backup.  Something for wild pig, bear, elk.  
What do you think?  158gr JHP sounds a bit light in .357...
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