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06/25/2013 8:25 PM
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Just got a GREAT deal on a 500 Wyoming Express in FA M83. I'd like to use Cast Performance bullets in 400gr LBT. Does Anyone have any favorite loads with this combo? I might start with H110 as I already have some now. Basically want an acuuacy load. Any Ideas, Guys?? Thanks!! - Matt
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Re: 500 Wyoming Express Load??
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06/25/2013 8:53 PM
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An accurate H110 load will be on the upper end, so keep that in mind. I believe that my 400 grain 296 loads in the .500 JRH (400 grain LBT WFN) were in the 31 grain range. I will have to see if I can figure out exactly what the load was. Congratulations on the score!
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Re: 500 Wyoming Express Load??
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06/26/2013 4:01 AM
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The .500WE is a great cartridge and certainly capable for any hunting on this earth if common sense and the correct bullets are used. My load with a 425 cast bullet was 28 gr. H-110. Here is my story of a muley buck that I shot through length-wise with that bullet: http://www.handgunhunt.com/promo/membership/features/readNewArticle.php?oid=28&title=.500 Muley Buck I also killed a nice horned doe antelope with that load which was no challenge at all for that heavy bullet. Gregg
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Re: 500 Wyoming Express Load??
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06/26/2013 2:47 PM
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Gregg that was a GREAT story! I could piece together different experiences in my life that were similar and feel like I was right there with you!
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06/26/2013 5:15 PM
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Gregg Richter
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Thank you very much, I am glad you enjoyed it!
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Re: 500 Wyoming Express Load??
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06/30/2013 3:09 AM
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I've been using 16 grains of Longshot with a 425 LBT WFN-GC. Velocity runs around 1150 fps. Great round, good luck with it.
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06/30/2013 3:01 PM
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I ordered Cast Performance bullets in 400Gr.for this cartridge when I first brought the gun home because, Freedom Arms reccomends bullets in the 350gr-450gr range. I figured to settle right in the middle. I also won't be hunting anything bigger than whitetails, black bear or maybe a hog someday. Can you tell me why everyone seems to be leaning towards the 425gr bullet? I'm VERY curious. Did I make the wrong move?
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Re: 500 Wyoming Express Load??
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06/30/2013 3:25 PM
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I ordered Cast Performance bullets in 400Gr.for this cartridge when I first brought the gun home because, Freedom Arms reccomends bullets in the 350gr-450gr range. I figured to settle right in the middle. I also won't be hunting anything bigger than whitetails, black bear or maybe a hog someday. Can you tell me why everyone seems to be leaning towards the 425gr bullet? I'm VERY curious. Did I make the wrong move? It's a good weight for a .50 caliber round. I have used 400 grain bullets in my various .500 JRHs and they work really well too. I don't think you made any error, that is a great bullet you ordered. I have shot that one as well and it is accurate and lethal.
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06/30/2013 11:22 PM
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Re: 500 Wyoming Express Load??
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07/10/2013 7:08 PM
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The .500WE is a great cartridge and certainly capable for any hunting on this earth if common sense and the correct bullets are used. My load with a 425 cast bullet was 28 gr. H-110. Here is my story of a muley buck that I shot through length-wise with that bullet: http://www.handgunhunt.com/promo/membership/features/readNewArticle.php?oid=28&title=.500 Muley Buck I also killed a nice horned doe antelope with that load which was no challenge at all for that heavy bullet. Gregg Gregg, what velocity are you getting with this load? Steve
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Re: 500 Wyoming Express Load??
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07/16/2013 4:56 AM
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My son has some great accurate loads with longshot powder which ive been very happy with. Runs a 440 gr beartooth at mid 1200 fps range. Very good accuracy as well.
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Re: 500 Wyoming Express Load??
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07/16/2013 7:06 AM
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Gregg Richter
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The .500WE is a great cartridge and certainly capable for any hunting on this earth if common sense and the correct bullets are used. My load with a 425 cast bullet was 28 gr. H-110. Here is my story of a muley buck that I shot through length-wise with that bullet: http://www.handgunhunt.com/promo/membership/features/readNewArticle.php?oid=28&title=.500 Muley Buck I also killed a nice horned doe antelope with that load which was no challenge at all for that heavy bullet. Gregg Gregg, what velocity are you getting with this load? Steve 1200-1250 fps. Went through every animal I have shot with it.
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