Thread: .44 Special vs .44 Magnum
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Old 02-10-2011, 11:14 AM
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The case of a .44 Special cartridge is approximately 1/8th inch (0.125 inch) shorter than a .44 Magnum. Hence, the Special round can be chambered in a Magnum revolver, but not vice-versa. The Magnum's greater case length means that more powder can be accommodated, hence, it can generate higher velocities unless one is hot-rodding the .44 Special, such as Elmer Keith did in his development of the .44 Magnum. I'm not recommending this, only making the point for historical accuracy.

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