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Harry Bonar · September 24, 2011, 08:22 AM

Sir;
Yes, your barrel/cylinder gap was too tight. The cylinder can also not have had enough end play.
The 44 is a hot cartridge and generates heat and heat causes expansion and lengthening!
Harry B.

September 24, 2011, 08:22 AM	#14
Harry Bonar Senior Member Join Date: December 5, 2004 Location: In the Vincent, Ohio general area. Posts: 1,804	lock-up Sir; Yes, your barrel/cylinder gap was too tight. The cylinder can also not have had enough end play. The 44 is a hot cartridge and generates heat and heat causes expansion and lengthening! Harry B.