Shot my first 44 magnums tonight...

[one eye joe]

One of the best threads discussing grips, hand-loads, and the collective issues regarding handgun/shooter performance I've seen in a long time!

Not a single invalid point among the posts, IMO... Lots of knowledge and experience here!

DITTO ! ! !

 

[MikeChandler]

I'm going back Saturday, after I've loaded some of the 44sp p+, but I am going to try managing the recoil as discussed above with the full house loads too. I've also got some new badger grips that are more ergonomic - they fit my hand much better, so hopefully that will help a little too.

Thanks everybody for all the advice - I will post a follow up!

 

[one eye joe]

Good luck, Mike............

 

[arc2x4]

If you reload, get a big bottle of Trailboss and some 240 grain SWC lead bullets. Look up the max cowboy action load on Hodgdons website 7.3 grains and load up a bunch of these. They will give you about 900 fps, great accuracy and little recoil. They will be leading and smoke free. Use .44 magnum cases and magnum primers.

Accurate and economical, very pleasant to shoot.

Its my favorite .44 magnum load.

 

[elkturkey3]

i have a 624 44 spl and have enjoyed shooting it a lot i bought a 629-1 44mag last month finely bought some 240grn rem sp and shot half the box what a rude awakeing the differance in the kick of the gun i do reload so i am going to try and reload softer loads just so i con shoot more

 

[M29since14]

My standard load for 29s of all stripes over the past 30 years has been a 255 Keith and 18 grains of 2400 for a load that is controllable and reasonable for me to shoot.

Try this one. Over the years, I have seen more guys using 18-19 grs of 2400 than anything else. It is not as hot as you can load the 44, but it is nothing to sneeze at. If I want a slightly heavier load, I use basically the same charge and substitute the H&G #326 bullet (275 grs). Either of these loads will probably shoot right through two whitetails, if you can get them lined up for the shot.

 

[blackcloud45]

I found the wood grips on my 29-10 to cause pain after minimal shooting (~50 rounds). I switched to Hogues and now enjoy shooting .44 mags in it. It's actually addictive!

 

[jnichols2]

I think there are two philosophys with these big bores.

1. Wood grips. Let the gun roll in your hand. I don't seem to be able to make that work for me, maybe with some more practice.

2. Grip the gun firmly. Let your arms rise with the gun, but keep your grip. That seems better for me. However; smooth grips work against that. Hogue rubber finger grips help a lot. With wood grips, gloves help.

Not trying to convert you to either method. Just giving options. But, if the shock of recoil hurts your hand, rubber grips that cover the back are a friend.

 

[Tom S.]

I think there are two philosophys with these big bores.

1. Wood grips. Let the gun roll in your hand. I don't seem to be able to make that work for me, maybe with some more practice.

2. Grip the gun firmly. Let your arms rise with the gun, but keep your grip. That seems better for me. However; smooth grips work against that. Hogue rubber finger grips help a lot. With wood grips, gloves help.

Not trying to convert you to either method. Just giving options. But, if the shock of recoil hurts your hand, rubber grips that cover the back are a friend.

 

[Joed49]

The correct grips for you are hard to find and can be different for everyone. I've tried changing grips and it may take a few to find what works for you. I've usaually found Hogue works for me but not on every gun.

All I can say is good luck.