is only 15,000 psi. 4.3 Grains of Trailboss. I can't agree more. 10grs is a hot load; maybe not unsafe, but hot. The .44 Special is based on the black-powder .44 Russian case that earned a superb accuracy reputation in domestic and international target competition. Much also depends on the particular model, age, and condition of the .44 spl. Joseph Von Benedikt shows his custom 500 and how well it shoots. However, it is a +P 44 Special load at 20,000 psi. Elmer laid down specific specifications for a bullet bearing his name: three equally sized full caliber driving bands, a deep crimping groove between the middle and top bands, a large grease groove between the middle and bottom bands and a flat bottom with no bevel. Forty-four Special cases manufactured since World War II (or very shortly thereafter) are of solid-head construction and are equally as strong as .44 Magnum brass. . The 240-grain cast bullet loads shown also offer potent protection. Nonetheless, many shooters still recognized the virtues of the .44 Special, especially when handloaded, because it offers low extreme spreads, lower recoil and muzzle report, and fired cases clear the chambers with ease. IMR 3031 and IMR 4895 are products of IMR (formerly DuPont) Powder Company. Keith bullets from H&G, Lyman, NEI and RCBS loaded in .44 Special brass. I used the M24 for jacketed bullet loads and the M624 with cast bullets. 2 Accurate No. Clays, Universal, HP38, HS6 and H4895 are products of Hodgdon Powders. Handgun Data. JHP Number of Views: 5768, S&W models 24 and 624. Velocity runs close to 1,000 fps, depending on barrel length of your shooter. It is a faithful rendition of the original and should quicken the pulse of .44 Special fans everywhere. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. The 240 grain #8610 bullets are intended for larger, more tenacious game, but also are effective for deer-size game. Explore our articles, guides, and join our community to get started on your reloading journey today. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Long time Caster/Reloader, Getting back into it after almost 10yrs. Hornady's new 225-grain Flex Tip eXpanding bullet borrows technology from the company's popular rifle ammo and is a good midweight hunting bullet. No doubt, several long trainloads of .44 Special, loaded with Bullseye, 700-X, and other fast-burning powders have been safely shot, probably before I was born! Its best to shoot all lead bullets outside to avoid lead fumes. I used to load down the .44 mag cases to .44 special velocities. These .44 Special single-action sixguns include (1) a custom Colt New Frontier SAA, (2) Keith No. Contest open to U.S. residents only. The fun is in the fact that I can use one powder, Unique. Since many shooters shoot Specials in their .44 Mags for practice and plinking, I also chronographed some representative Special loads in a six-inch M29-3. No purchase necessary. What kind of gun? Although it's a bit longer than the hollowpoints, loads with it fit comfortably in the S&W's cylinders. The 250-grain cast bullet can be loaded up to 1,400 fps for big game hunting. Minimal leading. What bullet weights? check out the. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). Lyman "Cast Bullet Handbook" #4. Also, as previously indicated, the chamber throats measure a comparatively snug .429 inch. 2 to the slow No.9. With a 51/2 barreled sixgun, 9.0 grains of Unique is just under 1,200 fps. Tried TB, "didn't fit my pistols". This load significantly increased the effectiveness of the cartridge while still being easily managed when shooting fast with double- action sixguns. Many of these revolvers will handle loads that generate 25,000 psi with ease, as I have multiple guns (with minimally cut chambers) that have digested. Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates. 429421 bullet that weighed 250 grains in solid form and 235 grains in hollowpoint form. Although they could not fully duplicate the velocities obtained with classic magnum revolver powders such as Alliant 2400, they were not far behind and are excellent choices for +P loads. All Guns and Ammo subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. 1.450 in. For everyday "working" .44 Special loads, I find 240- to 255-grain cast bullets at around 1,000 fps to 1,050 fps especially useful. Add to cart. If this is your first visit, be sure to First, not all guns are of equal strength some will handle significantly greater pressures, while others cannot. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Just depends on what kinds of loads you plan to shoot. Hard bullets may shoot OK withtarget or standard loads. The 225-gr. For full-power loads that push 240- to 280-grain bullets to around 1,200 fps, Alliant 2400 remains a top choice, as it ignites easily while producing top velocities and accuracy. There are plenty of bullet weights and styles available for reloading the .44 Special: (from left) 180-gr. Available in different sizes and red dot ready, it'll fit your needs, whatever they are. 240: Cartridge Case: Brass: Muzzle Velocity: 750 FPS: Muzzle Energy: 300 FT LBS: Pack Quantity: 50: Product Line: Super X: Use: Range: . Since then, even the .44 Magnum's performance has been eclipsed by several bigger bore and more powerful handgun cartridges. 12-07-2019, 10:15 AM #7 Larry Gibson The classic Skeeter load of a 240-250 grain LSWC over 7.5 grains of Unique in a 44 Special casing is where I would start. It's superbly accurate and extremely versatile when handloaded to any of several power levels for plinking, personal defense or hunting. The Special's inherent accuracy stems from a previous design. It is safe in any good post WWII Special, anddependably accurateif you usesoft alloy bullets, ~BHN 9,correctly sized for the revolver. Paper punching, 4.5grs Bullseye under a 240-250gr SWC. Manufacturer #: 44B (50) UPC #: 754908168118. To duplicate vintage factory loads, the 245-grain roundnose from Lyman mould 429383 is a top choice that is fine for small-game hunting. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. ; they are best relinquished as collectors items and should not be used with the accompanying data. Your email address will not be published. With member reviews, stories, and creativity! 250 gr. Start load of 7.8 shot very well for my friend. Manufacturer #: HT-430240EK. What kind of gun? The .44 Special was introduced in about 1907 and is an extremely accurate cartridge. The Hodgdon site on-line has loading data for ~15,500 PSI loads. 9mm, 10mm/40S&W, 45 ACP pistol barrel that won't "plunk" your handloads? We show you how. Jeff Bradley shows off the Modern Hunting Rifle (MHR) from Christensen Arms at SHOT Show 2023. The accompanying data has been listed in tables at 22,000 psi (Category 2) and 25,000 psi (Category 3) loads, with 15,500 psi standard pressure (Category 1) loads suitable for all revolvers covered in Handloader No. I second the motion to buy that new Lyman Cast Bullet handbook. Contest void where prohibited by law. Let us hope that for the next century, the grand old .44 Special continues to make as many shooters happy as it already has. Hodgdons has data for 44 SP for 165 - 240 gr bullets. Brass and some other items can be shipped via USPS Flat Rate Priority Mail. Of course, the situation changed when S&W introduced the .44 Magnum 50+ years ago. I do use it from time to time, however its more than I want for an everyday workin load at 1,200 fps with a 260-gr. Deployed military should use stateside address. Stick to 200 grain load data with these bullets since all the lead is seated flush in the case. Even when bullets of this diameter are used in guns that have a tighter barrel groove diameter of .4265 inch to .428 inch (typically found in the Colt Single Action Army and New Frontier SAA), accuracy is still excellent. Modern solid-head cases, such as the Starline case (right), handle loads of all pressure levels. My favorite load with this bullet is 7.5 grains of TiteGroup for a modest velocity of 745 fps, light recoil and one-hole groups. . Custom Mossberg 500 at the Range and Live Turkey!. Go Back. A healthy roll crimp is recommended. Tightgroup is an excellent fast pistol powder. A popular Cowboy bullet is the 200-grain RNFP. For light loads with 250-260 grain bullets, 5.3 grains Vhitavouri 320 or 4.8 grains Tight Group will deliver 700 fps and good accuracy. The new 9mm suppressor can mount easily to any pistol barrel threaded x28 inches and doesn't compromise on sound suppression, gas blowback or recoil. The TaurusTX 22 Compact delivers class-leading reliability, capacity, and shootability in a 22 LR platform, and it's cut for a slide-mounted mini red dot. For me, the .44 Special and the above loads fit the bill nicely. The rifling is EDM (Electric Discharge Machining) rather than the traditional Smith & Wesson cut style that was present on all the companys sixguns manufactured prior to 2000. In your Super Black hawk that should get you 950 fps at about 18,000 PSI. Target shooters flocked to the .44 Special. The traditional .44-caliber bullet weight is 240 grains, and here we have several proven performers. The Cast Bullet Association is an organization of shooters who enjoy shooting cast lead bullets in rifles and handguns for competition, hunting, or informal target shooting. A database of .44 S&W Special handloads. You can follow the Elmer Keith trail up to 1200 fps with 250 grain bullets, but the pressure is 22,000 - 25,000psi and bullet diameter, seating depth and alloyare critical. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. It is just a guide and the reason you should start under these charges and work up. Joseph Von Benedikt is with Rafe Nielsen of Browning to take a look at a new X-Bolt series rifle. A favorite load of mine using a 240 grain cast bullet is in 44 Magnum cases, not 44 Special. Nosler, the world's finest bullets, ammunition, rifles, & brass. (II) Limit one entry per household. The manuals dont show every type of powder for every bullet weight for the .44 special. You will notice the standard Keith load is conspicuous by its absence. Most famous was Elmer Keith. (I) Giveaway ends September 30, 2022. Just saying. To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. SWC-JHP, .44 with 250 . I push this with 16.3 grains of #2400 yielding 1,217 fps from a 51/2 barrel. For the mild .44 special loads, I recommend all lead bullets and loads that produce 700-850 FPS speeds. It was left to handloaders to fill the power vacuum. 5 as produced by Bowen Classic Arms; at right is the original KEITH LONG RANGE COLT.. check out the. When. Not much of a kicker, seated bullet to crimp grove LBT style bullet. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: American Handgunner Magazine, GOM Jul/Aug 2023, P.O. SWC-JHP, .44 with 250 gr. For any loads over 1000 FPS, I suggest GC for sure or using a jacketed bullet. The .44 S&W Special was originally loaded with a 246-grain lead RN bullet over 26.0 grains of black powder for a muzzle velocity of 780 fps, which was a ballistic improvement over its parent cartridge, the .44 Russian. The 44 Special shines with a moderately soft 240-250 grain Keith style SWC bullet driven to the 900-1000 fps range. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. The Special case was lengthened from .97 inch to 1.16 inches and originally loaded with black powder, receiving 3 grains more than the Russian cartridge for a boost in velocity. Powders include Winchester, Hodgdon, IMR Life Member NRA 40+yrs, Life S.A.S.S. The data in Table II was developed in a 2008 Smith & Wesson Model 1950 Target 24-6 revolver with a 612-inch barrel. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Guaranteed Safe Checkout. models. Keith 429244 and 7.5 Unique. Forum; Reloading Tutorials; About; Login.44 S&W Special. Deployed military should use stateside address. Reloading Press & Equipment; Molds; Share. Trigger pull on the test sample was set at 4 pounds. Joseph Von Benedikt is with Jorge Spat to learn all about it. JHP 250 gr. When the .44 Mag was introduced in 1955, Hercules 2400 and IMR 4227 soon became the most popular powders for .44 Magnum hand-loads. Available in a wide variety of calibers and bullet weights along with supersonic and subsonic options where applicable. Is there a preferred source of data? A Smith & Wesson Model 1950 Target 24-6 (middle) .44 Special with a 6.5-inch barrel was used to develop the accompanying data. When smokeless powder loads appeared, velocity was standardized (with the, same bullet) at 755 fps, which is offered by Remington and Winchester (although actual velocities usually hover around 700 fps). Subscribe To American Handgunner I reduced it to 6.8/Unique/240 SWC, then to 6.5/Unique/240 SWC, The lighter loads were not as clean-burning, but an intentionally heavy crimp remedied most of that. Regardless of bullet diameter chosen, the expander ball die should measure at least .003 or (better) .004 inch smaller than bullet diameter to achieve correct bullet and case neck tension. The Russian case is but .970 inch in length and just couldn't hold enough of the bulky new powder to achieve the desired velocities, so in 1907 Smith & Wesson lengthened the older case by .190 inch and a star was born. This is not a true Keith bullet and even has a bevel base, however it shoots well. If Im looking for a little more velocity, I go with the Lyman/Thompson #429215GC that lubed, sized and gas checked weighs around 220 grains. 308 (June/July 2017). The claimed muzzle energy (ME) is 310 ft. lbs. Put one through the slats of a snow shoe bunny and you have an instant "stopper" and no lost meat. The SAAMI maximum pressure limit for the .44 Spec. Make sure to watch till the end. .44 Special is a fun caliber to shoot. With 6.0 grains of Unique and a 51/2 sixgun the result is a very pleasant shooting, and accurate, load of 825 fps. High-performance .44 Special loads can reach 1,200 and 1,300 fps, closely crowding .44 Remington Magnum performance. Red Dot, Green Dot and Blue Dot shotgun powders, and HS-6 and Unique excel with these lighter bullets. I dont know why. The Hodgdon site lists 8.0 gr of HS-6 as a max load for the .44 Special with a 240gr cast bullet. During 1927 and 1928 he designed the well-known Lyman/Ideal .44- caliber No. HP, .44 with 225 gr. Works well in a 3" Sheriff's Model, a 12" Buntline Special, and everything in between. 6.8 Western Ammo Options: The Load of Long Yardage, .458 Winchester Magnum History: The Complete Story. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. The point being, the overall length of straight-wall, sixgun cartridges is a crucial measurement in relation to pressure and velocities. This was the dawn of the smokeless era, and with it came some problems. For many decades this was the standard load from Winchester and Remington and is still available. For more than 100 years it has served the shooting public, the military and handgun hunters with distinction. I recently read the .44 Special cast bullet is standardized at 0.430. Balloonhead cases, such as these from Peters, U.M.C. It is important to note that the .44 Special has an industry overall cartridge length of 1.615 inches, while the .44 Magnum is actually shorter at 1.610 inches. The .44 Russian proved very accurate, and it didn't take long for savvy target shooters of the day to realize its potential. Theyre certainly capable of doing everything we expect the sixgun to do. Thanks and enjoy your stay. SWC+GC, 265 gr. In spite of being 110 years old, the .44 Special still ranks as one of the finest, most versatile sixgun cartridges, especially when handloaded. Number of Views: 5750, Published on 10-20-2014 09:12 PM It gives about 950 f/s.Not a top load but a good usable one. This is not a handicap, as many powders are capable of pushing 250-grain bullets 850 to 900 fps (roughly equal to the .45 Colt factory load), while a few select powders can push the same bullets over 1,000 fps while staying within pressure guidelines. Speer offers the perfect .44 Special jacketed bullet. It is important to note that Keith would likely have been completely satisfied with the power and performance of his heavy .44 Special handloads, but wanted them available as a factory offering. My experience shooting those behemoths suggests they exceed my limit. However, .44 Special loads are so mild, you can really use whatever you want to. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. 7 Accurate Solo 1250 I have several Smith & Wesson N-frames from different eras that have been used extensively with full-power .44 Special (Category 3) loads without issue. have introduced the Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) Protection Act (H.R. The idea of .44 Special for Everyday Workin' Loads is a relatively lightweight sixgun, around 1/2 lb. Deployed military should use stateside address. This gun differs from previous models in several areas; most notable is a cylinder length that is the same as the Model 29 .44 Magnum, which results in greater bullet jump or free-bore. I am not able to find data for various bullet weights. Most casting companies use hard alloy, it casts better and ships better. Welcome to The Cast Bullet Association Forum, TC Contenders & Other Single Shot Handguns. First, not all guns are of equal strength - some will handle significantly greater pressures, while others cannot. If you have an older revolver this is a good limit. No purchase necessary. Shooter's Reference Load Data for .44 Smith & Wesson Special .44 Smith & Wesson Special - Published Manufacturer Loading Data Shellholders: Lee #11 Lyman #7 RCBS #18 Recipe Type: Pistol Cowboy Bullet Weight: ALL 165 gr 180 gr 185 gr 200 gr 220 gr 225 gr 240 gr 250 gr 267 gr Powder: ALL Accurate No. VihtaVuori Oy Company, reloading booklet (1995) Numerous magazine articles on reloading special calibers and personal loads where noted. Out of my 5.5" Redhawk I get 828 fps. does not engender a reputation as a "hot" cartridge. The classic +P 44 Special load is a 429-421 over 7.5 grains of Unique. Other popular revolvers in Category 3 include the Ruger New Model Blackhawk, USFA SAA-pattern guns manufactured after 2001 and Freedom Arms Model 97. HP, .44 with 225 gr. SWC, 240 gr. 429421 bullet to improve the .44 Specials accuracy and terminal performance. Though the .44 Magnum is an offshoot of this cartridge, the Special was based on the older black powder .44 Russian. During 1927 and 1928, he designed the now-famous Lyman/Ideal .44-caliber bullet 429421 that weighed 250 grains in solid form and 235 grains in hollowpoint form. However, as factory loaded with a 246-grain lead roundnose bullet at approximately 750 fps muzzle velocity, the .44 Spl. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. For example, Smith & Wesson N-frame revolvers have historically featured throats that measure .431 to .432 inch, though two L-frame revolvers and a recently manufactured Model 24-6 measured .4285 to .429 inch. 5 are top choices for loads that push standard weight (250-grain) bullets between 900 to 1,000 fps. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. A Colt Model P will probably not blow up, but it will loosen up pretty quick. 2, Alliant Bullseye and Red Dot. All Shooting Times subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. I firmly believe that true happiness is a warm gun. 2 alloy), and no leading was noted. jacketed bullets from Hornady, Sierra, or Speer with any of my first mentioned standard load powders result in slightly slower velocities than cast bullets, giving right around 900 fps from a 51/2 barrel. Learn more here: http://bit.ly/1G7xXag. Discussion: I no longer use the same bullets and cases for the special loads as I do the Magnum, since all my rifles and pistols use the magnum round. The .44 Special was introduced in about 1907 and is an extremely accurate cartridge. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. I also drool in my sleep. Typical factory loads drive a 246 grain lead RN bullet at a claimed muzzle velocity (MV) of 755 fps from a 6 inch barrel. JHP; and Sierra 240-gr. Got a .22 .30 .32 .357 .38 .40 .41 .44 .45 .480 or .500 S&W cylinder that needs throats honed? For this assignment, a Smith & Wesson Model 629 with a 4-inch barrel was used, because it is modern, hefty and well-made. Purchase A PDF Download Of The American Handgunner Nov/Dec 2020 Issue Now! Winchester Lead Cowboy 44 Special 240gr LFN Handgun Ammo - Winchester cowboy loads with its flat nose, cast lead bullets and target velocities. (II) Limit one entry per household. .44 Special NOTE: Velocities are lower in the larger cases so speeds and pressures are different. It's just a personal thing with me, but I'm very VERY hesitant to put light charges of fast-burning powder into large capacity cases, like the .44 Special, for fear of double-charging a case and missing it. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. I like to load the .44 Special using moderate amounts of powder thus providing a very economical cartridge to use any time in any .44 Magnum. Missouri Bullet Company Cast Lead Bullets 44 Caliber (430 Diameter) 240 Grain Hi-Tek Coated Semi-Wadcutter Box of 500. The .44 Special is often ranked as one of the best revolver cartridges of all time. Even the potent .357 Magnum delivers less muzzle energy than a 240/250-grain cast SWC on top of a case full of 2400 or 4227. For "Full Power" 7.5grs Unique under a 245gr SWC. Smokeless-powder ammunition soon appeared, and velocities were eventually standardized at 755 fps with the same bullet. Wolfe Publishing Company | 2180 Gulfstream Suite A | Prescott, AZ 86301. View attachment 127055 View attachment 127056 This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. There are many bullet designs bearing the name Keith, but a semi-wadcutter design does not make it a Keith bullet. By comparison, revolvers typically chambered for the Special are lighter, handier and better suited for everyday belt carry. Learn the difference between revolvers and semi-auto pistols and what makes them different. Look for your answers in our Forum and in our bi-monthly publication the Fouling Shot. Buy 44 Caliber Bullets .429 Diameter 240 Grain Hunting & Self Defense 50 Count: GunBroker is the largest seller of Other Reloading Supplies Reloading Supplies Ammunition Reloading All: 981766936 . No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. Standard pressure loads are suitable for all guns and are within SAAMI specifications of 15,500 psi. To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. Accurates powders come in a number of speeds and there are loads from the fast No. Gun Loads Forum - .44 Special Home Reloading Pistols .44 Special If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. Give a Gift Joe Kurtenbach and Caleb Giddings also look at the first-ever optics-ready carry revolvers with the new Taurus 605 and 856 T.O.R.O. If the pressures are too low or powder energy is insufficient, bullets will stick in the bore, so do not reduce suggested starting powder charges. My standard loads are assembled with 7.5 grains of either Unique or Universal, 17.5 grains of #4227, or 8.0 grains of Power Pistol. The Hornady XTP, Sierra JHC, Speer GDHP and Nosler JHP and JSP versions are all suitable for the .44 Special. .44 Special (Using Hornady Bullets) reloading data with 223 loads. 30 days easy returns; 100% money back guarantee. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). All this resulted in changes in muzzle velocity with many loads. Going up to my standard load of 7.5 Unique registers just over 1,000 fps from a 4 S&W Model 1950. cast SWC; Hornady 200-gr. Tests have shown, however, that using bullets that are close to throat diameter to begin with usually yield best accuracy while increasing pressures very little, if at all. Below, are two loaded rounds. If you have a fixed sight revolver 250-260 grain bullets will probably shoot close to the sights. These bullets are long for their weight and seat deeply into the case, so only select powders are suitable based on their volume density. * Early ammunition contained 26 grains of black powder that pushed the 246-grain, lead roundnose bullet 780 fps. Were not looking for long-distance hunting or max power. Powders include Alliant, Winchester, Hodgdon, Vihtavuori, IMR, Accurate Experimenters such as Elmer Keith proved that a heavily loaded .44 Special was very effective on big game. With the grips removed, it was an easy task to install the model in a Ransom Rest for testing using an insert for the N-frame, round-butt gun. I have listed the Colt Single Action Army and New Frontier revolvers in Category 2 (22,000 psi).
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