44 Magnum Cartridge

[58thecat]

Looking at what you folks have put together and had success with this cartridge with regards to bullet types, powders used too. Looking for a combination that is more of a do all bullet from large predators to game animals. Is there across the counter cartridge/bullet combinations that you are very happy with the performance of with regards to accuracy/game results.
Any feed back would be appreciated.

[Norwest Alta]

I've never shot any thing with my 44 but I would think Barnes might have something you're looking for.

[Dick284]

I ran 265 gr Hornady flat points over a heathy dose of 4227, when I had my lever gun, shot great, but you better keep you cheek on the stock.
I got a good deal on 1000 gas checked 240’s which I ran for plinking and lighter going, I nestled them on top of a moderate dose of Unique.

[north american hunter]

my son shot a 250 pound black bear last may with his winchester 94 in 44 magnum shooting 240 grain winchester white box. it performed fantastically, bear didnt go 15 yards. can also shoot about 1" groups at 50 yards open sights. I would for sure give Winchester ammo a look.

[Pioneer2]

Win 296 AKA H110 and a 265gr -300gr for the big stuff or 240gr for deer.

[RancheroMan]

265gn Hornady Flat Point Interlock's in front of H110. Shooting out of a Ruger 77/44, my notes indicated that 23.0gn was a safe load for me, but I settled on 21.0gn for a great group. I have this rifle zeroed at 75 yards and wouldn't plan to shoot past this distance at game.

I hav only been fortunate enough to harvest 1 White Tail buck with this combination but was very happy with performance. The bullet passed through, large hole, and lots of blood, however tracking was not necessary as the buck didn't take more then 5 steps.

Small sample size but I'm confident at the distance stated this combination will take down anything I intend to hunt around home (deer, elk, moose).

[58thecat]

Anyone use the Barnes line of bullets?

[58thecat]

Picked up a box of federal 240 grain cartridges just to plink but looking at reloading up some Barnes XPB 220gr......any powder recommendations, primers, brass too?

[6.5swedeforelk]

Have fun playing with the 44 mag
but you're going the wrong way with 220gr anything.

The Hornady 265 with its large meplat is much better.

I increased loads of H110 in my Ruger carbine.
Had to resort to the 2nd cannelure to contain
the final 25.5gr load that produced a noticable
bulge 1/4" above the rim.

25gr loads registered 1917fps av, that is in
the 2100me range.

My regular hunting loads are reduced to 24.5gr.

This load has taken many elk and moose,
all within 50 yds.




As with all reloading, do not follow my
untested data in your arms.

PM if you want other info

[58thecat]

Originally Posted by 6.5swedeforelk

Have fun playing with the 44 mag
but you're going the wrong way with 220gr anything.

The Hornady 265 with its large meplat is much better.

I increased loads of H110 in my Ruger carbine.
Had to resort to the 2nd cannelure to contain
the final 25.5gr load that produced a noticable
bulge 1/4" above the rim.

25gr loads registered 1917fps av, that is in
the 2100me range.

My regular hunting loads are reduced to 24.5gr.

This load has taken many elk and moose,
all within 50 yds.




As with all reloading, do not follow my
untested data in your arms.

PM if you want other info

Good info was just thinking Barnes for penetration and performance if you hit thick hid and say a shoulder bone.

Thoughts.

[fps plus]

From what I understand you need get that idea from your mind and get a 6.5 creedmore😁😁😁

I had a Ruger deerslayer I wished still had .

[yukon254]

I've had good luck with 300 grain hardcast bullets and H110. Killed a caribou with the combo a few years back. Performance was as good as anything. Caribou dropped in its tracks. Back in the 60s my dad killed 7 big coastal grizzlies during his time on the Gang Ranch with a Ruger autoloader in 44 magnum with factory ammo. He loved the 44 for bear.

[astuart44]

I have had great luck with Nosler 240 gr JSPs over a top level dose of H110 in both my Ruger 44 carbine and model 29. On deer with the carbine I have never had a fail to pass through, although I have never shot one lengthwise, and the meat damage is minimal. They do not go far either.

[wolf308]

I only use viht N110. From 200 gr to 300 gr and everything in between. Works fantastic in my smith .....

At first I tried H110. I could see the flame emit from the muzzle in bright daylight and was extra loud.