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Doc Hoy · May 5, 2012, 07:55 PM

I am thinking about moving into reloading of BP cartridges

I am thinking of 1875 Remington and 1873 Colt and perhaps a lever action rifle as well. I want to make sure not to choose a cartridge that limits me. If possible I want to use the same ammunition in all three weapons.

So is .45 Colt or .45 Long Colt or .44-40 a valid cartridge?

What is the difference between these cartridges?

May 5, 2012, 07:55 PM	#1
Doc Hoy Senior Member Join Date: October 24, 2008 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 5,440	.45 Colt.... .45 Long Colt.... .44-40 I am thinking about moving into reloading of BP cartridges I am thinking of 1875 Remington and 1873 Colt and perhaps a lever action rifle as well. I want to make sure not to choose a cartridge that limits me. If possible I want to use the same ammunition in all three weapons. So is .45 Colt or .45 Long Colt or .44-40 a valid cartridge? What is the difference between these cartridges? __________________ Seek truth. Relax. Take a breath.