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Deja vu · September 15, 2011, 07:38 AM

First of all I have to say sorry. I know I could look this up my self but currently all my reloading books are boxed up... had a leaking pipe.

I have been thinking of reloading for some CAS fun. I know that you can load a 357 magnum brass with a 38 special load and have it fire, the question is what can I expect?

Will the velocity be higher than the 38 special (with the very same load) or will it be lower or will it stay the same? I know this may be a dumb question but I am looking to reloading people with more experience than my self.

September 15, 2011, 07:38 AM	#1
Deja vu Senior Member Join Date: March 14, 2010 Location: Border of Idaho & Montana Posts: 2,584	38 special loads in a 357 magnum? First of all I have to say sorry. I know I could look this up my self but currently all my reloading books are boxed up... had a leaking pipe. I have been thinking of reloading for some CAS fun. I know that you can load a 357 magnum brass with a 38 special load and have it fire, the question is what can I expect? Will the velocity be higher than the 38 special (with the very same load) or will it be lower or will it stay the same? I know this may be a dumb question but I am looking to reloading people with more experience than my self. __________________ Shot placement is everything! I would rather take a round of 50BMG to the foot than a 22short to the base of the skull. all 26 of my guns are 45/70 govt, 357 mag, 22 or 12 ga... I believe in keeping it simple. Wish my wife did as well...