50/44 sabots.

[Grizz]

Hey everyone I've got a question. I have a 44 mag S&W here that I load for. So, I have a bunch of 240gr XTPs here that I use in it. I am thinking about getting some crush rib sabots to use in the DISC Extreme with those bullets. All in an effort to finish up a box of 777 pellets I have here that I paid too much for and hate to waste. Can I expect at least decent performance from that small of a bullet in the 50? I was thinking maybe a 45 cal hornady would be better, but I already have these on hand. Anyone have experiance with this combination? Thanks a bunch,Grizz.

 

[Skopia]

I have taken 5 deer with that bullet out of a 50 cal. Omega and a green crushed ribbed sabot. All pass throughs. No complaints.

 

[mikew17361]

I have a buddy in NC who has taken several deer with that combination without complaints.
-Mike

 

[Okie Hog]

Since 2000 i have taken about 20 deer and dozens of hogs with that bullet. Just put it in the right place and it will do its job.

 

[pioneerhunter]

odds are it'll be your new fav bullet for muzzleloader :wink: the 44 cal has a higher core density which translates to more kinetic energy and it'll also hold it's velocity a lil longer than the 45's.

 

[SWThomas]

Yup, 300g .44cal XTP's group very well out of my Genesis with Harvester green CR sabots.

 

[Grizz]

Sounds like it is worth trying to me. Thanks for the input fellas,I appreciate it. I will get the sabots ordered and give these bullets a whirl.