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Originally Posted by daverich4
Is there any reason not to use 38 Special load data in 357 Magnum cases? I have a Model 60 that I've been shooting store bought 38's in to keep the wear down but I'd like to use my own loads in Magnum cases. Same question for 44 Special loads in Magnum cases for my 629 Mountain Gun. I've been using 7 grains of Trail Boss under a Lyman 429421 in Magnum cases but it's not the most accurate load I've ever shot and I'd like to try some Special loads to see if I could do a little better. Thanks.
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What can happen is that the ignition of most of the powder can be an issue due to the increased internal volume for the same powder charge.
A possible solution is that after you load the cylinder up and close it - point the muzzle upwards with your finger off the trigger to settle the powder on the flash hole opening - then carefully bring it down to the horizontal for firing.