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    Which Handgun Caliber(s) Do You Think Would Be the Last To Go Extinct? The First?

    Specifically the "common" calibers seen in the USA. In my opinion, I feel like 9mm would be the #1 caliber that isn't going anywhere, any time soon. Along with 9mm, I'd also throw in .357 mag, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, .38 Spl, and .380 ACP. I feel that calibers like .25 ACP and .32 ACP have the...
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    Looking for help with a duel purpose .38 special target load

    I'm a newer firearms user who's read a lot without having done a lot, and I'm looking for advice from people who have some experience (read: actually know what they're doing) on a load I'd like to work up to be useable in both a carbine and an older revolver. I should also mention I'm up in...
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    CCW/OC Practicality of 3" vs 1.87" LCR?

    Since I obtained my CHP I've carried my Glock 26 IWB whenever possible and I've found it to be very comfortable; I don't specifically plan on replacing the G26 for everyday IWB carry. The other day, however, I went hiking and I OC'd my Glock in a Bianchi UM92 holster on my backpack's waste...
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    2015 .357 magnum load data vs 1994 .38 spl load data

    According to Hodgon's official website, the starting and maximum loads for a 158 gr. cast LSWC, .357 mag, go from 3.4 to 5.0 grains, under W231 powder. Nonetheless, on "Lyman 47th Reloading handbook" (1994), maximum and starting loads for 158 gr. Linotype .38 spl are virtually the same for...
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