Post by: jdb on March 15, 2017, 04:51:20 PM
Post by: Jonathan_S on March 15, 2017, 05:07:35 PM
unique should do well, just don't ask too much from a .38 frame :tup:
Post by: jdb on March 15, 2017, 05:54:41 PM
Post by: Mongo Hunter on March 16, 2017, 02:31:22 PM
Post by: Bill W on March 16, 2017, 03:20:20 PM
I was loading some ammo that was just under +P as my revolver wasn't rated for anything higher. I was supposed to be in the 900fps range and when I chronied it found out the velocity was in the 660 fps range. Wasn't sure for the reason if it was old powder, bad crimp, old primers, excess barrel gap, oversized barrel... I was left with all those questions and a few more.
One thing I didn't do was increase the powder charge until I got the book velocity.
Post by: Special T on March 16, 2017, 03:23:27 PM
Post by: theleo on March 16, 2017, 05:42:02 PM
Hopefully this helps a little. I don't have data for liter bullets. My model 60 gets fed liter 357 loads with 160gr cast lead at 1,100 fps using BE-86
Post by: jdb on March 16, 2017, 06:23:32 PM
I'm not sure why you would need anything more than a good factory ammo for an up close and personal gun like a 38....38's come in many shapes and sizes far beyond up close and personal :tup:
Post by: thinkingman on March 16, 2017, 07:11:37 PM
OP said small frame revolver.I'm not sure why you would need anything more than a good factory ammo for an up close and personal gun like a 38....38's come in many shapes and sizes far beyond up close and personal :tup:
Generally not a target or hunting configuration.
Depending on barrel length, your velocities may not be what you hope for.
Post by: jdb on March 16, 2017, 07:35:04 PM
Post by: theleo on March 16, 2017, 08:26:54 PM
Small frame. Target sights. It's very accurate.And pleasant to shoot for extended trips to the range.