I've been reading a lot about reloading for my Krag.  Up to now, I've shot sparingly with Wisconsin Cartridge Co. 150 gr. SP's.  As the ammo craziness continues, price has gone up to $25 a box, $47 for 40 rounds and $20 for shipping.  Too rich for my blood....so it's time to start reloading.

I found a Lee Loader for .30-40 for $25.00 and here's what I think I'm going to do:

Use Montana Bullet Works cast bullets with gas check 170 gr. RN over Alliant 2400 powder (on the used brass from Wisconsin).  The lead is heated alloy, Lyman mold @ .311".  From what I can find, it should leave the muzzel at 1600 fps. (Max load is 23.0 gr @ 1991.)

My question:  I that load safe?  Too weak?  Too strong?  Anyone have any experience with it?  The Alliant 2400 seems to be a pistol powder...but older manuals list it as OK for the Krag.

I was going to try IM 4895 or H 4895, but there's none in any of the local shops....but one guy has the 2400.

Thanks in advance for any advice you can tender.