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I am having a lend of the competitors calling the competition special loads "squib" loads.  They might be underpowered by the particular cartridge standard, but the individual cartridge and load would have to be considered as to whether they are "squib" loads. Most of these big bore loads could not really be called 'squib' loads, nevertheless I may continue calling them such. 
I for one do very much appreciate the distinction you are articulating....... A .500 NE hurtling a 450 grain Woody down range over 100 grains of H4350 is still a fearsome barking fire breathing recoiling beast. It isn't anywhere near as violent as a 570 grain max load full house load, but it is enough to make a .30-06 shooter tinkle in his/her thong. You should call them squib loads in clear conscience..... They are not to be reckoned lightly with but there is a marked difference betwixt the two....
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