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  1. 27-08-2025, 09:36 PM #1
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    Foam Backer Rod

    Is anyone using foam backer rod to take up space in larger cases with smaller powder charges? How well did it work? Did you use closed cell foam or open cell foam?
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    @rupert bottleneck or straight. Nitro or BP ?
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    Nitro: 44mag and 375H&H were my considered cases.
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    Quote Originally Posted by rupert View Post
    Nitro: 44mag and 375H&H were my considered cases.
    Fine in the 44 not ideal in the H&H bottleneck
    Carded wool or dacron better in the bottleneck
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