Those that have reloaded with these probably already know these need to pretty much be seated close to the minimum length to function properly in a 45ACP. If I do not seat these to the minimum called for in my reloading manual (1.225"), the slides on all of my 45s will not return fully forward. I do use a "factory crimp" which I'm sure makes it harder for the slide to further seat the bullet. I don't usually seat at the absolute minimum unless I have to, but even .020" made a difference on these.
I really like the way these shoot and I thought I'd save someone reloading with these a headache or two.
I really like the way these shoot and I thought I'd save someone reloading with these a headache or two.
For me, spring strength wouldn't have helped unless it was strong enough to further seat the bullet. The shape/angle of the bullet it's self was hitting the rifling. The further I seated the bullet, the further it dropped in. to function properly in all of my guns, I have to keep within .005" of the Min OAL. These bullets have a gaping hollow point in them so I suspect they are long for there weight.
