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1892 reloading 44 40

larryh3381larryh3381 Member Posts: 2 ✭✭
edited July 2008 in Perry Shooter Competition Shooting and Reloading Forum
I have an 1892 Winchester SRC 44 40 that was made in 1908. I want to work up some loads but do not know where to start. I have compiled reloading data that ranges from low pressue ,low velocity loads to high pressure , and high velocity loads. How far can I push my gun. I have heard that the action is very strong however should I go easy on it since it is 100 years old? I would like to load for deer if possible. Any info/reccomendations/load data/guidance would be very helpful. This is my first levergun and I do not want to ruin the gun. Please help. Any advise offered would be wonderful.

Thanks,
Larry
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  • Hawk CarseHawk Carse Member Posts: 4,381 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    The guy I got my 1911 vintage '92 from was in the habit of loading it heavily, but then he did not shoot it a lot, it was mostly for close range hunting.

    If you can round up a copy of Ken Waters' Pet Loads for .44-40, he lists separate loads for Group 1 rifles like the 1873 and the stronger Group 2 rifles including the 1892.
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  • shooter93shooter93 Member Posts: 322 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Take a look at 8 grains Unique and a 200-215 grain lead bullet.
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