Hey Ben,
I have been shooting my 2nd Model Maynard since the mid 80's. I shoot the full capacity cases with 35 grains of 3F, no filler because the bullet touches the powder when inserted. I use the Moose 400 grain Smith/Maynard bullet - .520" diameter sized to .518". I lube my bullets with MCM lube, then size. I have used this combination the entire 30 years I have been shooting it and have made no changes with the exception of switching to the Moose bullet from the heavy Rapine bullet. The combination works for me and I have seen no reason to change...like they, "say shoot what works for you."
Mike Santarelli 03635V, Adjutant
Member since 1979
Co. B, 1st Pennsylvania Cavalry, #229
National Inspector General
Small Arms Committee
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