44 spl cases in a S&W model 629 classic

[gunnysgt]

Any problems using 44 spl brass cases in the smith 629 classic 44 mag?

 

[max]

No, they will work just fine.

 

[john traveler]

If you do like I do and fire a couple hundred .44 specials for each .44 magnum, you want to take extra care in cleaning out the cylinder chambers after the range session. Firing the shorter .44 special case in the magnum chamber tends to leave a carbon and lead crusted ring that can prevent easy chambering of the longer magnum cartridges. A special stainless "tornado" or oversize chamber brush works well for this.

 

[gunnysgt]

Thanks for the advice

 

[Shuz]

If you do like I do and fire a couple hundred .44 specials for each .44 magnum, you want to take extra care in cleaning out the cylinder chambers after the range session. Firing the shorter .44 special case in the magnum chamber tends to leave a carbon and lead crusted ring that can prevent easy chambering of the longer magnum cartridges. A special stainless "tornado" or oversize chamber brush works well for this.

Very well said, Mr. Traveler!

This is a good reason to start handloading for the .44 mag if you don't already!

I have been loading for the .44 mag cartridge since 1963 and have never seen the need to use a .44 Special case. The majority of my .44 mag shooting is with loads in the 900 to 1000 fps area and that can be easily accomplished with magnum cases and powders like Unique, Green Dot, 231 and others. Two other advantages with using magnum cases only are: no need to keep separate case stocks, and no need to make reloading die adjustments.

 

[gunnysgt]

Thanks guys... I have a few boxes of 44 spl brass that I'd like to use... that is why I posed the question. I also have both spl and mag dies for the dillon rl550b. I do have mag cases too. Thanks again.