.41 special

As the title says, I'm doing some .41 special loads, and I'm finding conflicting information, especially regarding the OAL. I'm using Starline .41 SPL brass, and 210gr Berry plated flat point over 7gn of Unique. I found an article that said the OAL is 1.625" I think that's way too long. It's...

I just purchased a S&W Model 57 from an Estate sale, along wit a SW99. Is till have to do the paperwork on the guns next week, and then wait for their 10 day prison sentence, but I'm happy with my purchase. The model 57 is a nickle plated version in 6". The only issue is that the nickle...