cxm
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From about 1929 into the 1960s S&W made revolvers chambered for the 38/44 version of the 38 Spl. For some years, Colt's also chambered their New Service and Shooting Master for this round.
I have been doing some research on these rounds, including chronographing some old ammo I have found in order to develop loads that duplicate the old cartridges.
The 38/44 was of courxe the precursor of .357 Mag, and is stated to have been developed as an answer to the pentration ability of the .38 Super from Colts.
I have several questions and I hope someone will have some informaton available.
1. Does anyone know of actual use of these rounds against BGs?
2. If yes, how did they perform? One shot stop? etc.
3. What was your fav. load in the 38/44 cartridge.
4. What revovler did you use them in?
The ammo was made by Remington, Peters, U.S. Cartridge Co. Winchester, CIL/Dominion and perhaps more. I hvae had a report of a Federal load, but can not confirm it (though it seems reasonable.
Any information would be appreciated.
V/r
Chuck
I have been doing some research on these rounds, including chronographing some old ammo I have found in order to develop loads that duplicate the old cartridges.
The 38/44 was of courxe the precursor of .357 Mag, and is stated to have been developed as an answer to the pentration ability of the .38 Super from Colts.
I have several questions and I hope someone will have some informaton available.
1. Does anyone know of actual use of these rounds against BGs?
2. If yes, how did they perform? One shot stop? etc.
3. What was your fav. load in the 38/44 cartridge.
4. What revovler did you use them in?
The ammo was made by Remington, Peters, U.S. Cartridge Co. Winchester, CIL/Dominion and perhaps more. I hvae had a report of a Federal load, but can not confirm it (though it seems reasonable.
Any information would be appreciated.
V/r
Chuck