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Old 09-30-2011, 09:44 AM
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So what is the 38/44 load? It sounds like a .38 case load that breaks 1000+ fps
Is it safe to use in a .38 gun? Or is this a .357 gun load only?
NOOOOOO!!!! as those who followed up before I saw this wisely responded.

This is strictly for classic revolvers chambered in 38-44 (mostly N-frame S&Ws and a few Colt's) or 357 magnum (there are a number of modern revolvers that were chambered in 38 Special and 357 Mag while in production simultaneously for various legal/sales reasons, e.g. the Ruger Security-Six, that may be safe to use but you would have to decide for you and your gun)

I recommend checking into a back issue of Handloader if you are interested in 38-44 loads.

His test data was developed using a S&W 38-44 Outdoorsman with a 6.5" barrel.
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