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Old 01-13-2016, 07:39 PM
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Default This is a very good point

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Originally Posted by rockquarry View Post

As a side note, anyone who has used Super Vel .38 bullets is probably aware they were undersized, presumably to lower pressure. I don't know about jacketed bullets from other makers.
If tolerances are stacked in the wrong direction, like a tight barrel and a slightly oversized bullet, a little overcharge with certain powder, hot primer and batch of powder could all lead to a kaboom if you are pushing the envelope. I value me and my guns too much to go beyond foolish.
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