I've finished my load development in my newly rebarreled FN-49 Egyptian in 8x57 with 175 gr cast and H335 and now I'm off on another adventure developing a load for my newly acquired FN-49 Columbian in 7x57 with 130 gr cast and H335. I realize that I might be better served with using 2400 but my supply of 2400 is limited to under 5 lbs and I've got close to 50 lbs of H335. Since it has a burn rate about the same as 4895 and it worked so well in my 8x57 I'm hoping I can get decent results. The bore on the 7x57 is shiny an bright so I'm optimistic.
I'd appreciate it if anyone has some load data using H335 or 4895 with a 130 gr cast bullet in 7x57. I'm finding that the gas system on the FN-49's, being adjustable works with a very wide burn range. I'm going to load for a velocity of 2000-2100 in 7x57 cast with WW. I'm using the Lee C285-130-R that has worked so well for me in my other 7MM weapons.
Thanks in advance for any help. I'm thinking 30 gr on my initial test.
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