[changeling]

I have seen an article by a man called Pearce (I think), that said the 44 Mag LBT 260g WFN GC would tumble at starting velocities below 1200fps. Then he went on to say this bullet was (above 1200fps) very accurate out to 300 yds!
This particular bullet would surely fall below 1200fps way before 300 yards, so how can it remain stable and accurate?
I would like to add that I do not know Mr Pearce but he seemed to be a very knowledgeable person.
I simply want to know??

 

[changeling]

Stranger, thanks a lot for answering. I am not really interested in shooting out to 300 yards with a 1200 fps load. I have shot at these distances with the 290g LBT LFN loaded to the Max, its a real ball, you would be suprised at how well you can actually do!
My main reason for the post is I have an opertunity to pick up a "as new" LBT 265g WFN mold. I heard that this bullet would start to tumble below 1200fps and I wanted it for a low velocity load. That is why I posted the question? I really don't need the mold but if I can youse it for reduced  loads, practice and small game I would get it.

 

[changeling]

ID, Thanks for the reply. You definately have the right article. I guess you can see my quandry to "buy or not to buy" the mold. I also liked Mr. Pearce's article, he seemed to be exactly as you described.
If you get the chance to test the LBT's I would really appreciate your findings.
I have shot the LBT 290g LFN (give or take 5g) and really like them. If you need any information on this round let me know, maybe we can get a LBT thing going here! I only had 200 of these but they were superbly accurate when driven hard from my Ruger SBH 7.5! In fact I liked them so much I am ordering some from Beartooth tonight, but a 12 week wait is rediculous, so I am also going for a great mold from someone, just don't know who wet.
Take care and stay in touch,
[email protected]

 

[changeling]

Thanks for your reply Mr. Gates. I have also shot the 250g Keith bullet with no problems from around 850 to over 1400 fps in a 7.5 inch Ruger (set up for cast). I asked the 1200 fps question in regard to Mr. Pearce's article in "Handloader". He appears to be a very knowledgeable person, but I simply do not know! You are exactly right when you say the Keith is longer than the LBT (the LBT is shorter). I fully understand the reasoning for anyone saying there should not be a problem because of the shorter projectile. I was just reporting what I read! I now own the 265g LBT WFN in 44 Mag (431, what I shoot). As soon as I get time to pour some bullets I will figure this thing out (thats the "catch 22", getting the time!).
I really appreciate your input and observence with this particular bullet, and sharing it with me.
I too have poured a few bullets and would really like to have a source for "Quality" bullets, (I'm tired of pouring) that is why I am at Beartooth's web site.
I did not want to wait 90 days for a bullet that I was not sure I could even use in the way I want to! I am sure you understand this.
I would like to know more about the "meat" shoot???
changeling

 

 

[changeling]

Mr Gates, when you talk about the "meat hunt" and expecting more input from the "Forum" are you refering to annimals taken with LBT bullets or what? I looked over the web site (Beartooth) and couldn't find any more information in the form of "bullet" performance, so I am somewhat confused as to what you are looking for!
If interested I have two kills on whitetails with the LBT 290g LFN GC which might be of interest to you.
changeling

 

[changeling]

James I sent you an email requesting the form.
I would really appreciate seeing the results of the survey you are performing. This is quite an undertaking on your part and should open up a lot of the myths concerning bullet performance.
The sideways shots through the hogs would not suprise me on complete penetration, end to end would.
changeling

 

[changeling]

James, I received your email with attachment. However, for some reason I can't "view" your attachment or any other files!!! It has nothing to do with your file, I don't know whats going on. I'll send the form to you as soon as I figure out what the problem is with my system.
changeling