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TruthTellers · April 25, 2017, 03:02 AM

I'm having trouble finding bullets to load into a .32 S&W Long. I know the Hornady XTP will work, but they're expensive and would be a waste because they won't expand at the low .32 S&W velocities.

The .32 ACP's standard 71 grain FMJ round nose is very common and I'm wondering, can I use that in the .32 S&W Long even though it doesn't have a cannelure for crimping?

April 25, 2017, 03:02 AM	#1
TruthTellers Senior Member Join Date: October 22, 2016 Posts: 3,954	Can I load a 71 grain .32 ACP bullet for .32 S&W Long? I'm having trouble finding bullets to load into a .32 S&W Long. I know the Hornady XTP will work, but they're expensive and would be a waste because they won't expand at the low .32 S&W velocities. The .32 ACP's standard 71 grain FMJ round nose is very common and I'm wondering, can I use that in the .32 S&W Long even though it doesn't have a cannelure for crimping? __________________ "We always think there's gonna be more time... then it runs out."