My reply about 41 vs 44 came out different than it started out. I was just trying to compare factory bullet weights and then went off on some different idea. I think the 357 and 41 mag are closer for a comparison. The 41 just isnt popular with some people. Factory jacketed bullets were not as good in the 70s. Now you have very good jacketed bullets and heavy cast bullets. Some writers used to say that there was no need for the 41 but it looks perfect to me. It does not matter that you can load the 44 mag down. If powder does not fill the case then it will get erratic pressures and velocity will vary shot to shot. Enter the 41 maybe it has just the right combination to fill where the 357 is straining with 180-200 gr bullets yet is more efficient than the 44 for bullets less than 250gr. Also some folks got small hands and just how much can you hang onto?

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