The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Glock 10mm head separation on about 3rd loading

Strafer Gott · January 17, 2013, 12:46 PM

.38s are real pussycat compared to Big 10. Higher loadings accelerate metal fatigue. Even the nickel .38 cases split eventually, but usually at the case mouth. More powerful autos require more frequent spring replacement.
+1 for Edward.

January 17, 2013, 12:46 PM	#10
Strafer Gott Senior Member Join Date: May 12, 2011 Location: New Mexico Posts: 1,315	.38s are real pussycat compared to Big 10. Higher loadings accelerate metal fatigue. Even the nickel .38 cases split eventually, but usually at the case mouth. More powerful autos require more frequent spring replacement. +1 for Edward.