Way back in the in my youth I was told to only shoot the proper and appropriate ammunition in any firearm. (I) Giveaway ends May 31, 2023. with 310 ft.-lbs. As to bullseye accuracy, here we get into the weeds. Or is .44 Magnum the best cartridge in .44? $11. The .44 Special was the preferred cartridge for this task, as there were more varied projectiles made for it, and the revolvers of the daysuch as the S&W Triple Lock, Colt New Service and SAAhad thicker cylinder walls in .44 than in .45 Colt. However, you can shoot .44 Spl ammo in most .44 Magnum firearms. FYI: The flying ashtray was a .45 acp hollow point manufactured by Speer. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. The load pushed that hefty projectile out the muzzle at 780 feet per second. 45 HP; 45 Auto; 380 LONG; 32 S&W Short; 32 S&W Long; 380 Short; 5.75 Velodog . As for purpose-built .44 Special revolvers, while there may be a decent number of older models for sale on the used market, new-production options are severely limited. Both are good for bowling pin shoots, though you'll get faster splits using .44 Special. Because the .44 Mag cruises about 1.5 times faster than the .44 Special, it spends less time getting to the target. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. These cartridges had one thing in common, they all used bullets with two diameters. The case head is the problem. I once loaded a bunch of balloon head .44 Russian brass with the standard original load of 23.0 grains of black powder under a 250-gr. Most notable were humps at the top of Model #3s grips and odd-looking spurs extending from trigger guards. My comment is that .44 mag cartridges dont have to be loaded to maximum. "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, I won't be laid a hand on. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. Although insanely popular in the early 20th century, the Special almost went the way of the dinosaur after the introduction of its faster, harder-hitting, and more popular younger brother, the .44 Remington Magnum. Some people use a .428 bullet in 44-40 and that same bullet can be used in 44 Russian and .44 Spl-Mag. The S&W Model 29 was so popular that it quickly sold out, leaving customers to flock to other .44 Magnum revolvers like the Ruger Redhawk. On the left (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. While plenty of gun guys (and gals) scoff at shooters who complain about recoil, it can have a major effect on accuracy. Hoping for army contracts S&W submitted the new Model #3 to the U.S. Government for testing. If you can reload them, put a hollowpoint or a wad cutter in there and let me know how it works. You can also shoot a mini shotgun shell in it sometimes called snake shot. Grizzly Bear Charge Stopped with a .44 Magnum Arizona - ( Ammoland.com )- The video was filmed by Leon Lorenz on 14 June, 2010. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 5. It's been observed in .38/.357 as well as .44 Special/.44 Magnum guns. However, even the scoffing macho dudes at the gun range will shoot more accurately with a milder recoiling cartridge like the .44 Spl. BTW, before the Magnum was even thought of the .44 S&W Special was the Bullseye Competition Cartridge of Choice for many years. Basically, the faster a bullet is traveling when it contacts the target, the deeper it will penetrate. The .44 Magnum was the end result of decades of hot .44 Spl hand loads. FIOCCHI HERITAGE 44 S&W RUSSIAN 247 gr. (II) Limit one entry per household. In 1957 the company went to model numbers with .44 Mags getting Model 29. He warped around at the speed of heat, immediately striking and striking again while I desperately crab-walked backward, one-handing shots at him while he, Rival Arms expands its offerings with the X1 Red Dot, a 3 MOA red dot ideally suited for use on defensive pistols, target pistols, rifles, hunting and Quite possibly, for the very first time, all three Gun Cranks agree on something open carry is stupid! Theres very little difference in overall length, although the .44 Spl case is about an of an inch shorter. [ARCHIVED THREAD] - 44 Russian in a 44 Mag. Since the Russians promised to pay for their S&W Model #3 in gold, the company was happy to accept their idea. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. While that might not seem like a lot, that additional powder produces faster velocities, flatter trajectories, and heftier downrange energy. Feb 21, 2010 I have been doing it for years, its just like shooting 38 Specials in a 357 Magnum. View as Grid . Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). The actual ballistics obtained with your firearm can vary considerably from the advertised ballistics. Kinetic energy is equal to half the mass of the bullet times its velocity squared. Gorloff correctly recognized that such ammunition tends to pick up debris and contaminants which erode the bore when fired, so a qualification of the purchase contract was that Smith & Wesson develop an internally lubricated version of their .44 round. 44 Rem. The great thing about this caliber is that you can also shoot .44 S&W Special and . [1] In addition, the cylinder design of the No. DocAitch Registered Joined Dec 17, 2008 931 Posts (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. Ruger offers a couple of 5-shot GP100 models as well as the Blackhawk Bisley in .44 Special, the latter being a subtle nod to Elmer Keith's Revolver No. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. The non-necked design makes it a viable option for areas that restrict hunting with necked-down cartridges. This can be an expensive proposition when you consider the expense of the necessary firearms. Choice is yours. Reloading dies are available from most manufacturers. Some initial problems were presented with propellants, so they lengthened the case to fit a little more powder but changed little else. He warped around at the speed of heat, immediately striking and striking again while I desperately crab-walked backward, one-handing shots at him while he, Rival Arms expands its offerings with the X1 Red Dot, a 3 MOA red dot ideally suited for use on defensive pistols, target pistols, rifles, hunting and Quite possibly, for the very first time, all three Gun Cranks agree on something open carry is stupid! The modern cartridge had arrived. Again, the new cartridge was a wonder of innovation (sarcasm intended). However, bullets changed from 246-gr. No purchase necessary. So, they decided to update their most popular large-bore cartridge. The .44Spl is a wonderful cartridge in the GP-100 and a bit of a handful in the Charter Arms Bulldog Pug when loading jacketed bullets although big, heavy, slow lead bullets work just fine. Finding anything other than .44 Special revolver probably isnt in the cards. In the same publication, Col. Charles Askins wrote that .44 Magnum is a man's cartridge, but he would also later write that it and .41 Magnum had too much recoil for serious prolonged use. Heavy recoil not only takes some fun out of the shooting experience but also makes it hard to get back on target. Nothing spectacular happened, but you wouldn't want to reload the cases. They lengthened the .44 Russian case -.19",. Other Models S&W chambered the Model #3 Russian and the New Model #3, both single action top-breaks, in .44 Russian. However, Ive known a few old-timers who claim to have tagged a few whitetails with their Special. No purchase necessary. Compared to the hotrod .44 Magnum, the Special delivers fairly sluggish speeds. Ruger New Model Blackhawk Centerfire Revolvers. Contest open to U.S. residents only. And I suppose your wife. By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use. My Colts have dual cylinders, 44-40 & Special. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: American Handgunner Magazine, GOM Concealed Carry 2023, P.O. Its also a favorite of cowboy action shooters and makes a fun plinking tool. Remington engineered the cartridge for the new big-bore wheel gun by lengthening the .44 Spl case. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. Like the Russian it can be used in a 44 mag in case . It will be your brass. For hunting, .44 Magnum has the edge in terms of deep penetration and trajectory, and its capable of harvesting any type of game on the planet within a reasonable distance. RN to 240-gr. You can also find .44 Mag bolt-action, break-action, semi-automatic, and lever rifles. RN to 240-gr. He's just usin primers and wax. Several here do what you describe. And yes indeed it works very well with Hornady LeverEvolution ammunition. (I) Giveaway ends September 30, 2022. of Universal is right at 720 fps, while 5.0 grs. This fact gives .44 Magnum an edge when it comes to revolver selection, but keep in mind that after buying one you may soon find yourself joining the ranks of the many shooters whove traded theirs in after experiencing the recoil firsthand. . First introduced in 1907, the .44 S&W Special cartridge was developed specifically as a revolver cartridge for the companys new Triple Lock wheel gun. Got a few other issues to deal with .. My wife uses LFC dies in both of her 550's as well as other Lee dies, the only Dillon dies we use are the powder thru funnels so they are compatible with the powder hopper. It is a particular favorite of handgun hunters because it produces faster velocities and harder-hitting energy than other cartridges with similarly-sized bullets. I would load a couple of dummy rounds (no powder/primer) and try it. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. (Thats Newtons Third Law for those of us whove been out of school for a while. Ruger discontinued their 44 spl. Cowboy 44 44 Magnum Cowboy .44 Magnum 180 Grain TCFP BLACK Hi-Tek Coated Lead Cowboy Action~100% Hand-Loaded!! Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. and its .44 Spl. .44 Russians (Flat Nose) will not function in my Browning B-92 .44 Magnum. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. 38 Colt Short, 38 Colt Long, 38 Special in a .357 Magnum. Less case volume. No purchase necessary. Heres the early .44 Smith & Wesson cartridges, (left to right) .44 American, Russian and Special. I guess there wasnt enough interest for Ruger to keep them in their lineup. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). Options range from traditional hard cast to streamlined modern polymer tipped bullets. No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. Case length was 0.97 and velocity was likely a bit over 700 fps. If you wanted to find a really cool vintage .44 Special, look for a Smith & Wesson Model 21 or Model 24, though some Triple Locks and Colt New Service guns survive as well. Single point sling is handy for the bush. You can also tame the .44 Magnum's relatively wild recoil by shooting loads with lighter bullets. I have a model 329 PD 44 magnum that I put a S&W stainless steel fluted cylinder on and removed the titanium one it came with. For without their work, we might not have magnums.. .44 special is an adequate man-stopperpeople still fear itremember son of sam? The 44 Magnum can be a real beast, loud blast and heavy recoil. When combining these two with a .44 Magnum Carbide sizing die Im not only reliving a major part of sixgun history Im also able to turn out first-class .44 Russian handloads. They satisfied different requirements: the 44-40 was a rifle cartridge, the 44 Russian a revolver cartridge. You can get away with a much lighter firearm with .44 sp. Any discussion of magnums should pay homage to both of them. and the case is the same outside diameter. A heavier handgun will produce less felt recoil, because the mass of the gun absorbs some of that rearward force. You may be thinking of the 44 Magnum or the 44 Special, they will both chamber the 44 Russian, as it is the parent round of both. I don't recall him saying if he was able to reload those cases or not. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. No purchase necessary. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. (II) Limit one entry per household. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. 30+yrs ago the pistol targets were 4" plates at 50ft, the rifle targets were 8" plates at 50-60yds. However, with a well-placed shot, the animal will eventually succumb to blood loss. 44-40 or 44WCF are larger diameter cases like 45 Colt cases then bottle necked to a .427 bullet. God above all but I must admit the residing place for him must be in the heart of my wife and daughters. Smith & Wesson, Colt, Ruger, Korth, Taurusthe list goes on. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: American Handgunner Magazine, GOM Mar/Apr 2023, P.O. The R92 is a clone of the Winchester Model 1892, one of the earliest and greatest lever-action .44 Magnum rifles ever produced. My 130 pound wife can shoot the Ruger. You must have JavaScript enabled in your browser to utilize the functionality of this website. Midsouth Shooters can supply you with your pistol and rifle ammunition, as well as all of your shooting and reloading supplies. Available bullet weights range from a relatively meager 180 grains to a super weighty 300 grains. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Winchesters 1899 catalog listed them at 255 gr., still roundnose. I miss shooting them but still have a box and a half sitting on my loading bench. Velocity spreads with Titegroup shrank from 65 fps with RNFP bullets to 20 fps with wadcutters. Bill Jordan said as much in his book No Second Place Winner; as did fellow Border Patrolman Skeeter Skelton. M. Ayoob had a .44 Magnum converted to .44 Automag. The 44 Special has a parent case of .44 Russian, bullet diameter of .429 inches(10.9 Millimeters), neck diameter of.457 inches(11.6 Millimeters), base diameter of .457 inches (11.6 Millimeters) , and length of 1.615 inches(41.0 Millimeters). Possibly the bullet seater will also be too long. I can shoot them all, except for the extra-long Russian's. As for the other three in the 44 family, 44 magnum revolvers will shoot 44 Russian, 44 special, and 44 magnum. Now jump to 1907. This gives .44 Mag an edge in accuracy over .44 Special in some weapons, but the reality is that the difference will likely be imperceivable to most shooters. From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm. My first time shooting a Smith .44 Mag revolver was actually the stainless steel version, the Model 629, at the now-defunct Santa Anita Firing Range in Monrovia, California; 'twas September 1990 . Deployed military should use stateside address. Base diameter on Russian is .457. The Russian Army ended up ordering over 100,000 of these guns, chambered for the new "inside lubricated" .44 Russian cartridge. Not me ! You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers. The rational always seems to be a "because I can" mind set. 44 S&W Russian. Handloaders can choose from almost every bullet style under the sun. View as Grid . The 44 Russian is used by many Cowboy Action Shooters who appreciate its soft shooting nature, and it's excellent accuracy. S&W chambered the Model #3 Russian and the New Model #3, both single action top-breaks, in .44 Russian. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. Functions perfectly in his VAQUERO'S & WIN 94. AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types. Other revolver events are dominated by the medium bores; Jerry Miculek may run a .44 Magnum faster than you'd believe but remember that you aren't Jerry Miculek. Get the 76th edition of the World's Greatest Gun Book. However, it may be necessary to shorten a .44 Magnum/.44 Special expanding die as well as a seater/crimper die to be able to reach the relatively short .44 Russian case. It amazes me how many shooters young and old talk about their .44 [] The .44 Mag is a close- to mid-range cartridge. Experimenters such as Elmer Keith proved that a heavily loaded .44 Special was very effective on big game. I use it in, 25-20 (resized from 32-20) , 9MM, 38 Spl, 357 Mag, 40 S&W, 10MM, 44 Russian, 44 Spl, 44 Mag, 45 LC, 454 Casull, 460 S&W and 45-70. It was named .44 S&W Special. Either way, HSM has you covered. The general had this crazy idea a bullets body should be the same diameter and fit inside a cartridge case. Could I? However, be aware that lever-action rifles can be fairly ammunition-sensitive. RN bullets over 3.8 grs. Just FYI, I've had alot of trigger time behind a .44 mag (Smith 6.5" 629-4 Classic Hunter all different loads, from 180s to DoubleTap's 320s) and a respectable amount behind the 460XVR (8 3/8" and a little time with a 2.5" -ouch!- shooting primarily the Hornady LevRev 200gr load), and a tiny bit with a Smith 500 Mag.if anyone wondered about . If you need to bust through the tough hide, bone, and muscle of a charging bear, penetration is a good thing. Because the .44 Special has mild recoil and more limited penetration potential, it is the safer option for home defense. Mine currently are the RCBS "cowboy" style with carbide sizing die and case mouth belling die with plug diameter of .426 inch. It was not a bad cartridge at all but nothing really new, yet. Reloading the .44 Russian is made easier today with the availability of .44 Magnum Carbide sizing dies. The choice is simple: Buy the .44 Magnum..Hand load to .22 Special specs. The cartridge remains popular in the United States and many rounds like the 44 Special and 44 Magnum were directly influenced by it. Using A .44 magnum case a 240gr lead bullet uses 5.1 gr Bullseye to get 800fps for a .44 Russian load. S&W .44 American, top, arrived in 1869 and it didnt take long for the Russians 44 Special vs 44 Magnum: Caliber Comparison by Ammo.com. Glad I passed on a Charter Arms. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: American Handgunner Magazine, GOM May/June 2023, P.O. And all of them can be used to load both .44 Spl and .44 Mag. S&W wanted to enter the large frame, swing-out cylinder market. Taming its recoil takes some serious effort. While there's no doubt the .44 Rem Mag puts a ton more speed and energy downrange, that performance comes with a price. to right: .44 S&W Russian, .44 S&W Special and .44 Remington Magnum. They lengthened .44 Russian's case to 1.16, using the exact same 246-gr. Bullseye shooters of the day flocked to this gun like flies to honey. (I) Giveaway ends March 31, 2023. Photo: Wikipedia. Both the Mag and the Special are used by serious bullseye competitors, which proves both are capable of consistent accuracy. The ringleader was Elmer Keith, who worked up several handloads at the edge of what guns could tolerate, which he wrote about in his columns. As long as the hunter knows how to follow a blood trail, he recovers the animal, and the hunt is still deemed a success. HANDGUN. Personally speaking, Ive owned and handloaded for a multitude of revolvers for all three of these .44s. Likewise, .44 Magnum can still make for an excellent hunting revolver if you can handle the recoil. Purchase A PDF Download Of The American Handgunner Sept/Oct 2020 Issue Now! To ensure we had as close to an apples-to-apples comparison as possible, we looked at Noslers load data. We will be happy to answer any of your . Contest open to U.S. residents only. I was chambering .44 Russian in a 44-40 chamber, not .44 magnum or .44 Spl. A number of ammunition companies still manufacture .44 Russian ammunition: Black Hills Cowboy action ammunition 210 grain lead flat point; Fiocchi ammunition 247 grain lead round nose This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. When choosing a round for hunting, it is important to make sure the cartridge can effectively and ethically harvest whatever game animal youre pursuing. 44 russian, 44 special, 44mag all work in a 44 mag chambered revolver. The genesis of the .44 Magnum was a group of tinkerers, cowboys and gun nuts who werent satisfied with factory loads. However, it may be necessary to shorten a .44 Magnum/ .44 Special expanding die as well as a seater/crimper . Get 12 Issues a year of the country's best firearms writing. Can You Shoot .44 Special in a .44 Magnum Handgun? Related Links; Rock Island Arsenal Bolt action .22 TCM; Savage Arms Corp. Model 24 Combination Gun .22LR/.410 GA; SMITH & WESSON S&W 14-2 K-38 MASTERPIECE 38 . Factory loads carried either smokeless or black powder. Add that to its limited penetration potential, and the Special isnt exactly a stellar hunting cartridge. An average 240-grain load of .44 Special has a maximum point blank range of around 80 yards on a six-inch target, while the same projectile loaded for .44 Magnum can extend that to 120 yards. Their 180 JHP clocked at 1,202 fps with a 1-3/8 group and the 255 Hard Cast Keith Gas Check Outdoorsman was at 1,058 fps and a 1 group. Pro: Very fast reloads Con: $200 to machine, $8 per clip; and you need a lot. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). As we said, the .44 Mag has a slightly longer case than the .44 Spl. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. 3.5 to 3.6 grains of Red Dot or Bullseye powder achieves this with very good accuracy. First introduced in 1907, the .44 Special was notedlike its predecessorfor being controllable, accurate and potent enough for most purposes including law enforcement and sport shooting. Then there was a Third Model .44 Russian with 6.5 barrel. The humble Special got a bad rap throughout the years, overshadowed by its bigger brother, but that doesnt necessarily mean its without its uses. SASS has degenerated into a game of dress up for old baby boomers. Youll need to bust out your eyeglasses and a good ruler to measure the dimension variations. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Higher pressure generates more energy and pushes the bullet at a higher velocity. Deployed military should use stateside address. The first pairings of smokeless powder with the .44 Russian fell flat due to the lower energy density of early smokeless powder. A 45-70 has comparable bullet mass, but doubling the speed makes the recoil 35-38 ft-lbs! However, the weight of the gun and the weight of the projectile its firing also affect the amount of recoil produced. Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. If you want confirmation that less recoil is better in a fighting cartridge, consider that the FBI ditched the original 10mm Norma load partially because of it. No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. If they feed and chamber, should be safe. [2] As a result of these changes, the .44 Russian generated a much higher chamber pressure of 12,000 copper units of pressure (CUP) compared to the older .44 American round, which generated only 6,0008,000 CUP. The woods are tight around me and generally its tough to see more than a 100 yards around here and that would be considered open country: Should I? Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: American Handgunner Magazine, GOM Mar/Apr 2023, P.O. It typically produced a velocity of 750 feet per second with 310 foot-pounds of energy. Keith pestered the ammo companies to bring out heavier .44 Special loads, but there was a fear that such powerful loads would blow up an older, weaker revolver. Logged It amazes me how many shooters young and old talk about their .44 Specials or .44 Magnums without having a clue as to their ancestry. No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. If you were really torn about these two cartridges, the best practice would be to get a .44 Magnum and figure out which .44 Special loads shoot to the sights and don't lose any accuracy. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. The 44 Special fired a 246gr bullet at 755fps. As we mentioned earlier, the effects of recoil on shooter accuracy shouldnt be denied. However, this monster speed demon works well for everything from elk to black bear to two-legged predators. There are many loads for both .44 Special and .44 Magnum that satisfy the FBI standard of 12 to 18 inches of penetration in ballistic gel through 4 layers of denim. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Home; Categories. The .44 Smith and Wesson, based off the .44 Russian was introduced in 1907 for the Smith and Wesson New Century Revolver. Lighter loads. Whether youre a serious big-game hunter or just a serious recoil junkie, shooting .44 Mag can deliver a major adrenaline rush. The 44 Russian fired a 246gr bullet at 750fps. Velocity also affects bullets designed to deform on impact (think soft points and hollow points). GO BACK. The .44mag was made in 1975 and the little .357 is an early eighties model. I do believe that this was due to the Russians having a round-nosed bullet design causing them to "tip" a bit from one to another as the spring pressure increased. of Unique yields 790 fps all from a 71/2 Colt Single Action. Smith & Wesson's popular .44 Russian cartridge had established a reputation for superb accuracy and was a renowned target load, and they decided to use an improved smokeless powder version as the basis for the new round. (II) Limit one entry per household. Best all around is a four inch light weight .44 mag, using loads toward the lighter side. For close-range varmints and small game, the milder .44 Special works just fine. Cowboy load for .44 Magnum I started shooting with a local Cowboy Action Shooting club several months ago. Dash Caliber However, bullets changed from 246-gr. I can load them to full pressure might get a few more in the magazine, BUT will the lifter, etc work? Vote Independent, vote Republican, vote Democratic, just dont vote Incumbent! to improve it into the Model #3 Russian. Thankfully, manufacturers understand this. Of course, Russian and Special .44s can be safely fired in .44 Magnum revolvers, but I freely admit nowadays Im far fonder of shooting the Russian version from Navy Arms replica 3rd Model No. Both cartridges were originally designed for big bore revolvers. No purchase necessary. Bottom line is you need to have 2 cylinders for this. Above: Samples of revolvers chambered for all three .44s. It was soon accepted by the U.S. military, and the SAA quickly dominated the domestic single-action market. One large group purchaser of S&W Americans made two important changes after their additional order. Its amazing what a mere 4.4 grains of extra case capacity can achieve. However, you wont want to stretch your shooting range too far. Deployed military should use stateside address. Charter Arms still manufactures the Bulldog in .44 Special, including 2.5-inch and 4-inch modelsbut Charter Arms guns are, as Jeff Cooper put it, to be carried often and shot little. Some of these early factory loads had lube grooves exposed. then discontinued it again. Shooting the mule-kicking .44 Magnum definitely isnt for the faint of heart. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. It was named .44 S&W Special. N.S.F.W. Using a 71/2 Colt Bisley Model chambered in .44 Special, 50 of these were fired at 25 yards. I Have been present twice when 44-40 rds were unintentionally fired in .45 revolvers. Then in 1956 S&W knocked the gun world on its ear by introducing the .44 Remington Magnum with its introductory vehicle being a strengthened N-Frame. Freelance double-nought spy Attachments 44 Remington Magnum reduced target loads.doc 57.5 KB Views: 458 For info purposes only, use it at your own risk. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). Hi, I have a .44 magnum carbine and I love it! Maybe you just like to go out on a weekend and shoot the "Guns that Won the West" or that your favorite TV and movie cowboy heroes toted. The .44 Magnum had a surge in popularity in the 1970s after Clint Eastwoods Dirty Harry character referred to it as the most powerful handgun in the world.. Deployed military should use stateside address. Until quite recently, the factory loads for the .44 Special have been pretty anemica 246-gr. JFKimmons and G&G aren't liable for it's misuse. 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