"Gahendra" Martini

[Patrick Chadwick]

This particular one has already fired a round packed with 110 grain. The previous owner apparently was curious. I think maybe one day I'll reload a few rounds, I got a bit of brass with it. Probably won't load it so hot though.

That is unnecessarily hot, IMOH practically a proof load. About 85gn of Swiss No. 3 or 4 (1-1/2 Fg* or Ffg) is more than enough for the rifle and your shoulder. The trouble with loading less is the huge case volume.

*I'm not sure about the F-g ratings. The powder sold here is marked No. 1...4.

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