S&W governor and 45 gap ammo

[Bnd2003]

One of the guns in my collection is a governor. I've been told and have read that they can shoot 45 ACP, 45 long colt, and 410 shotgun shells. I have also been told that you can use 45 gap ammo in them. Most of the shops in my area are getting rid of their 45 gap ammo for next to nothing. I would buy all of it if I could utilize it in my governor.

 

[DWalt]

With moon clips, why not? .45 GAP is just a .45 ACP with a little shorter case length.

 

[dsf]

I've used 45 GAP in my 625, works fine. In a Governor that super long jump from chamber to rifled barrel probably doesn't help accuracy. Depending on what your plugging may not be a concern though.

 

[gwpercle]

Think of the 45 GAP ( .760" case length )
as a slightly shorter 45 ACP ( .898" case length )
The difference is only .118" in length ...

I like to think of it the ... 45 Slightly Short ... or ... 45 SS !
Old car guys will remember the Chevelle SS 396 !
Gary

 

[Matt Warner]

One of the guns in my collection is a governor. I've been told and have read that they can shoot 45 ACP, 45 long colt, and 410 shotgun shells. I have also been told that you can use 45 gap ammo in them. Most of the shops in my area are getting rid of their 45 gap ammo for next to nothing. I would buy all of it if I could utilize it in my governor.

May I inquire Sir? As to which Store and Locations are parting with .45 GAP?

When I am not shooting my Grandfather's Model 27, I am shooting my Glock chambered in .45 GAP.

Best Regards,
Matt

831 325-1032

 

[AmmoHouse]

I will say 45acp through my Governor is way more accurate than it should be!

 

[Bnd2003]

May I inquire Sir? As to which Store and Locations are parting with .45 GAP?

When I am not shooting my Grandfather's Model 27, I am shooting my Glock chambered in .45 GAP.

Best Regards,
Matt

831 325-1032

It was a police supply shop in South Carolina. The price was awesome. $8.00 per box of 50 full
Metal jacket.

 

[Matt Warner]

It was a police supply shop in South Carolina. The price was awesome. $8.00 per box of 50 full
Metal jacket.

Thank you for your speedy response.
I'd I have not mentioned, I live in CA.
However, much of my family resides in South Carolina and predominantly Tennessee, which I visit yearly.

Would you be so kind as to share the name or location so I may inquire with them about shipping to my local CA FFL?

Was it range ammo or Defensive do you recall? Very few made it, perhaps recall the manufacturer, such as Speer, Winchester, Etc.

Sincerely,
Matt

 

[Bnd2003]

It was a police supply store that went out of business. They sold "Lawman" branded practice ammo bought back from the state police after they went to 9mm. A ton of Glocks in 45 GAP were sold at a great price.

 

[Matt Warner]

Thsnk you for informing me of this, partner. Were you were tempted to buy a .45 G.A.P.? You won't hurt my feelings...

 

[Bnd2003]

Yes. For the right price and condition