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Shotgun693 · February 8, 2013, 08:38 PM

You ought to be able to get 1600+ fps with a 240 gr bullet. I have a Marlin Cowboy in .38/55. With factory ammo and iron sights I've shot groups smaller than 2". With handloads I'm not yet happy with what I'm getting. I think the lead bullets I'm using are sized just a hair to big.

February 8, 2013, 08:38 PM	#2
Shotgun693 Senior Member Join Date: September 3, 2011 Location: Poteet, Texas Posts: 959	You ought to be able to get 1600+ fps with a 240 gr bullet. I have a Marlin Cowboy in .38/55. With factory ammo and iron sights I've shot groups smaller than 2". With handloads I'm not yet happy with what I'm getting. I think the lead bullets I'm using are sized just a hair to big.