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Old 02-26-2011, 12:55 PM
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...Safety question:
Were these built to handle smokeless loads? Or should they be considered "wall hangers?"
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Old 02-27-2011, 12:11 AM
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built to handle Black powder. certainly not a wall hanger. Many people have popped off a few smokeless without a problem....unrecommended though.
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Old 02-27-2011, 09:01 AM
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I shoot my .32 S&W Hammerless 2nd Model. Just purchased more Remington .32 S&W ammo from Cheaper Than Dirt. According to members on this forum, it appears many others shoot their Hammerless. If your concerned about shooting, have a smith check it out.
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