10mm-Auto

Firearms => 10mm semi-auto handguns => Topic started by: ivanimal on October 28 2012 02:42:27 AM MDT

Title: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: ivanimal on October 28 2012 02:42:27 AM MDT
Well I finally did it. I decided that where I hunt in the winter a steel gun would be a disadvantage. I go to Wyoming and Montana for Elk. They have been telling stories of wolves and bears getting more aggressive and used to people. Neither any good. I dont expect to use the gun for those, but I will have it in case. Just like Car Insurance. Better to have full coverage. Now to get a good supply of brass and projectiles............. Suggestions appreciated!

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Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: The_Shadow on October 28 2012 08:54:13 AM MDT
ivanimal, Welcome to the forum!  Congrats with that G-20!
StarLine Brass is very good stuff and used by many commercial loader for their offerings.
I like Hornady XTP bullets for out in the woods, the bullets are tough, real copper jacketed and have good performance records.  I load the 200gr XTP's to 1240 fps and are what I carry...
the Speer Gold Dots are probably better for self defense for close in work...

Best regards and safe hunting!
Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: pacapcop on October 28 2012 09:48:56 AM MDT
Time to visit UnderWoodAmmo for your 10mm needs.Congrats.
Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: sqlbullet on October 29 2012 08:29:03 AM MDT
I with pacapcop on loaded ammo, hard to beat Underwood.

For new brass, order direct from starline.  For projectiles, I cast most of my own.
Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: Panzer on October 29 2012 11:26:15 AM MDT
As already said, Underwood is the anwser for full power 10mm loads!
Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: ivanimal on October 30 2012 01:02:16 AM MDT
I reload, I looked over many recipes for 10MM and like the feedback on Bluedot. I have a boatload of powder,  1000 180 grain projectiles, also 500 165 grain. These are from a collection I bought a few years ago. Looks like I need some 200 gr. to make things right.
Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: REDLINE on November 01 2012 05:14:48 PM MDT
Welcome to the forum!  Im my opinion you are on the right track.
Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: ivanimal on November 25 2012 03:43:59 AM MST
OK I have some 200 grain projectiles and 1000 cases on the way.

I will look at all the powder I have that suits the 10 MM and load a batch to see what works best in my gun.

Should I look into an aftermarket Barrel?

What should I look for as far as case stress with a 10 MM Glock as opposed to any other Glock?

I realize they are hard on brass. I will keep the brass separate in case my plans to get another brand of 10MM pistol. I understand they expand a bit more.
Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: ivanimal on November 26 2012 10:52:20 PM MST
I decided on a 20 Lb spring and a lone wolf barrel.
Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: REDLINE on November 26 2012 10:59:54 PM MST
Quote from: ivanimal on November 26 2012 10:52:20 PM MSTlone wolf barrel.

In the standard 4.6", or in a 6"?

Otherwise it appears you're well on your way to lots of fun.  IMO you've done well.
Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: ivanimal on November 27 2012 12:43:03 AM MST
Quote from: REDLINE on November 26 2012 10:59:54 PM MST
Quote from: ivanimal on November 26 2012 10:52:20 PM MSTlone wolf barrel.

In the standard 4.6", or in a 6"?

Otherwise it appears you're well on your way to lots of fun.  IMO you've done well.

4.6 to fit my holster and be more handy.
Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: sqlbullet on November 27 2012 08:40:08 AM MST
My glock 29 has fine head support.  It is the older pre-rail glock 29.  Case heads expand an extra .001-.002" versus my other guns, but a push thru size die remedies that.  The only gun I have that produces smiles of note is my Para, which had the barrel hogged out by a previous owner.  Gonna have to replace that barrel for that reason.
Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: LeMat on November 28 2012 11:14:00 PM MST
I've lived here in MT for 42 years now.  Work in the mountains from about April to October.  Generally run into half a dozen griz, few black bears and a real angry moose each year (I think that moose has it in for me ;) ).

I've always carried a 44 or 45 colt loaded with heavy 300's.  Thought I was pretty comfortable until I tried out a Glock 20.

I'm a bit more comfortable now.  ;)
Title: Re: Thanks for the advice from a while back.............
Post by: ivanimal on November 29 2012 10:15:21 PM MST
Quote from: LeMat on November 28 2012 11:14:00 PM MST
I've lived here in MT for 42 years now.  Work in the mountains from about April to October.  Generally run into half a dozen griz, few black bears and a real angry moose each year (I think that moose has it in for me ;) ).

I've always carried a 44 or 45 colt loaded with heavy 300's.  Thought I was pretty comfortable until I tried out a Glock 20.

I'm a bit more comfortable now.  ;)

I have hunted near Dell and seen the remains of an elk that met some predators. I would be happier with the Glock on my side back then. I was carrying a 41 magnum at the time.