Recent content by 44Magnum

Why is everybody freaking out?

I think Nick has the best idea. You simply can't use a case because it will deform. You need a material that will deform (to cushion the pin), but only temporarially.

No. A pistol cannot be rightly classified as an automatic because it simply fails to match the definition of an automatic. I realize that wouldn't stop some from trying, but I can't imagine a majority going for it. Besides, I've never in my life had anything I like become fashionable. Why...

If you load mild loads and work the brass to a minimum those cases will last for years. I have bags labeled with numbers. Say I load from a bag with "2" on it. After I get home, deprime, clean, and resize I put them in bag "3" I don't even keep track of most of the brass I use for target...

Okay, here's mine. When I was a new shooter I had an older friend (the guy was in his 60's and I was 19) that showed me his single action revolver. He quickly flipped open the gate, went to half cock, and checked the cylinder for empty. He handed it back with the loading gate closed. I knew it...

Almost fell off my chair! Big Boomer, that was hilarious! Famous last words: "It must be a compressed load." :what:

As many have said, there's no way it's going off unless the trigger gets snagged, which won't happen with a good holster. I use a Galco leather holster with my Smith 686+. I tried (with it full of snap caps) to pull the trigger with it in the holster (to simulate a snag) and couldn't. The...

Well, I'm typically a Ruger guy when it comes to magnum revolvers, but I do own a stainless 4" model 66+ (7-shot). I wanted something that didn't cost a fortune that I could let the occasional friend I teach use when he/she practices with me. I love it!! It's accurate and sturdy enough for the...

I research all purchases. I've never been unsatisfied and have never had buyers remorse. To me, research is fun!

Good choice.

Well, I really love using mine. I load about 50 per week with the classic loader. I did purchase the Lee autoprime after my second primer detonation within 150 rounds (I was using soft primers.) I also bought an RCBS 505 scale because I wanted more control over powder amounts than the dipper...

I also shoot at a 25 yard indoor range. My .357 and .44 magnums spark all the time when they hit the trap. I'm shooting copper jacketed bullets.

Whoops, I was thinking six per cylinder. :o

You know, I have no idea about a defensive situation because I've never been in one. I've spoken to a police officer that I know that has. He basically said that would be the least of your worries because you can't hit the broadside of a barn anyway. This guy is an excellent shot at the range...

Yep, I load 158 grainers in my 686 simply because they will erode the forcing cone more slowly. With 44 magnum I use 240 grain bullets up.