Thread: shortening 357 mag cases to load 38 spec
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Old 01-29-2016, 06:47 AM
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Originally Posted by colt_saa View Post
From a safety standpoint I would hate to see brass get cut down.

Another loader might load this 357 head stamped brass to 357 Spec and end up over pressure due to the reduced capacity of the case.

Or a 357 loaded short case might get fired in a 38 Special revolver
That's a pretty good point, there. Usually people ask about loading .38SP brass to .357 spec. I've been called an idiot & worse for suggesting it shouldn't be done.

I'm in the "trade it" camp. As been mentioned, OP can most likely get 2-1 for his .357.

OP what headstamp is your brass? That matters to some of us.
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