32-20 ammo

[Igiveup]

Today I "found" two boxes of Cowboy Action HSM ammo amongst my organized mess in the garage. Is this safe enough to shoot in my 1906 32 Winchester revolver? Otherwise, I will use it in my Martini Cadet once I get the barrel switched to 32-20.

 

[ArchAngelCD]

Cowboy Action ammo is usually loaded to lower pressures than other ammo. BUT, since I have no way of knowing what condition your revolver is in there is no way for me to recommend anything.

As a general rule Cowboy Action ammo is usually low pressure. The decision to shoot it or not is completely up to you.

 

[Brooks]

All you need to do is go to Cowboy HSM ammo website and you will see this ammo rated at 850 fps for pistol with a 115gr cast bullet.... which is the standard factory load for 32-20 and is safe in all firearms.. in good condition.

 

[Igiveup]

Thank You!

 

[.455_Hunter]

I generally shoot the HSM loading in my .32 WCF 1899 without issue. Just make sure the crimp isn't malformed- some lots had problems.