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RickC · November 16, 1999, 09:58 PM

I have a favorite load for .357 that I have used for quite some time:

140gr LSWC over 15.3 gr Herc 2400 over CCI small magnum primer.

I have used this in my Colt Python, 6 inch barrel.

Here's the question: My Python was stolen during a break-in and I have replaced it with another Python, but the barrel length is 8".

Now I know this load is "hot", so I am concerned that the extra barrel length may just allow the pressure to rise enough more to cause problems.

Any opionions?

November 16, 1999, 09:58 PM	#1
RickC Member Join Date: October 20, 1999 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 68	I have a favorite load for .357 that I have used for quite some time: 140gr LSWC over 15.3 gr Herc 2400 over CCI small magnum primer. I have used this in my Colt Python, 6 inch barrel. Here's the question: My Python was stolen during a break-in and I have replaced it with another Python, but the barrel length is 8". Now I know this load is "hot", so I am concerned that the extra barrel length may just allow the pressure to rise enough more to cause problems. Any opionions?