.32-20 load question

[hhughh]

About five years ago, a friend of mine got rid of some stuff, and gave me a cannister of IMR4227.  The only loading I was doing at the time was BP into .32-20s, but I decided to try some "modern loads".  I found data that listed 13.0 gr of IMR4227 as a load for 100JHP bullets--which I also purchased; some Speer, some Hornady.  I used the load, and it worked very well.

I'm getting back to reloading, but can't find any current listings for the IMR4227 in .32-20.  I've heard that you have to stay current on such things, as powders can be altered by the companies while maintaining the number/name.  Has something changed with 4227, or should I still be safe with my load?  (I purchased this new powder a couple weeks ago.)  BTW, the gun is modern---eight years old---and in good condition.  Was only loading BP for fun, not because it was an old gun.

Just wanted to make sure.

Thanks,
Hugh

[Sir Charles deMouton-Black]

I see what you mean!  No loads seem to pop up from the powder companies.  Here is my google search with some suggestions where to go.  (NOT a bad pun!)

http://www.google.ca/search?client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla%3Aen-US%3Aofficial&channel=s&hl=en&source=hp&q=4227+loads+in+.32-20&meta=&btnG=Google+Search

[TomBullweed]

I truly love the .32 WCF in my original '73, '92 and Colt Bisley.
I shoot only 115-120 grain lead flat point bullets of 12-15 Brinell.  Nothing harder is going down these 1889-1908 barrels.
3.0 grains of W-231 or Universal Clays for cowboy action.
4.0 grains of either for hunting rounds (rabbit, coyote) to match factory loads, except in the '73.
You did not mention what type of gun you are using.  It makes a huge amount of difference.

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