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Hawg Haggen · November 16, 2012, 08:59 PM

The main problem with reloading 44-40 is the original bores were .427. Modern 44-40's are .429. Most dies still size to .427 so when you try to stuff a .430 bullet into one it crushes the neck. RCBS makes cowboy dies that size to .429 or you can use a 44 mag expander plug.

November 16, 2012, 08:59 PM	#12
Hawg Haggen Senior Member Join Date: September 8, 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 10,243	The main problem with reloading 44-40 is the original bores were .427. Modern 44-40's are .429. Most dies still size to .427 so when you try to stuff a .430 bullet into one it crushes the neck. RCBS makes cowboy dies that size to .429 or you can use a 44 mag expander plug. __________________ http://blackpowdertimes.com/index.php