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25-05-2009, 12:33 #1
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>38 Spec ammo fired thru .357 magnum
Morning all.
Will firing .38 Special ammo thru a .357 Colt Python have any long term effects on the Colt?
Thanks
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25-05-2009, 12:41 #2
Re: >38 Spec ammo fired thru .357 magnum
Yes. Extended use will cause a lead ring to build up in the chambers, eventually preventing .357 from being chambered. The hot gases can also damage the chambers.
I'd avoid it. Particularly with a Python.
Reload .38 level ammo in .357 cases.Cattle die, kindred die, every man is mortal:
But I know one thing that never dies,
the glory of the great dead.
Havamal
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25-05-2009, 13:15 #3
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Re: >38 Spec ammo fired thru .357 magnum
I agree with SSP however, if you clean the chambers properly after every shoot the copper/lead/fouling ring will be removed allowing for .357Mag case use but the damage due to flame cutting (if any) cannot be reversed.
FWIW, I have used 38/357 brass in both my 357's for many years without a hiccup and I don't have any permanent damage to the chambers
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25-05-2009, 14:04 #4
Re: >38 Spec ammo fired thru .357 magnum
Originally Posted by Armed PreacherCattle die, kindred die, every man is mortal:
But I know one thing that never dies,
the glory of the great dead.
Havamal
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25-05-2009, 14:11 #5
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Re: >38 Spec ammo fired thru .357 magnum
It's only a Python... if it picks up any damage, it's not as good as you think it is :-)
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25-05-2009, 18:43 #6
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Re: >38 Spec ammo fired thru .357 magnum
Originally Posted by jabberwocke
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25-05-2009, 20:42 #7
Re: >38 Spec ammo fired thru .357 magnum
Originally Posted by deonhRun Fast, Bite Hard!
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02-06-2009, 07:18 #8
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Re: >38 Spec ammo fired thru .357 magnum
Thanks for all the input guys. I think i'll stick to the proper loads.
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