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So for rifles we frequently will go to some pains to determine max COAL in our particular gun, and use that info to make adjustments in seating depth. But what about pistols? I recently started loading for 10mm Auto, and by recent, I mean 30 rounds so far. I was using a Hornady bullet, so used Hornady data, including COAL. Didn't even think to check if my pistol could be loaded longer, but will do so before loading any more ammo for it. I used my pistol barrel as a case gauge (plunk test), as I only have the one 10mm, and don't expect to be adding another any time soon, I'm not concerned about my ammo fitting another pistol. Some of my research has suggested that loading long, if you can, may actually be an advantage in a variety of ways, lower pressure, more powder capacity, and thus higher velocity. Seems a bit like getting something for nothing, so I'm just wondering if I've missed something obvious. Appreciate your input, later.
Dave
Dave