Greetings all you lead-heads!

I've got a question for you all. I am the proud owner of a new model .44 Special Ruger Blackhawk S/S. I love this gun. So easy to pack around and she packs enough wallop for all my needs. In my hunting handloads, it is no trick to run a 250 grain G/C hard cast to 1100-1150 fps. Packin' rounds are between 900-1000. Perfect.

Here is my question. If I shoot gas checks, the gun shoots .431 slugs just fine. However, If I shoot plain base, she really seems to prefer .432 or else she starts to lead the barrel. These loads are close to 1000 fps with BHN varying from 12-15. They are legit keith bullets with plenty of good lube. I've tried three different makes of the bullet. Same results. Cylinder throats mic at .430" to .4305"

In the end, I could just shoot .432 and be done with it. However, .432 is just not as easy to find as .430-.431. Just curious on your thoughts and also thought it might make for good conversation.

Best regards,

SG