The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Which cartridge for lots of flexibility (subsonic)?

black mamba · October 14, 2011, 05:29 AM

If you want to keep all velocities at or under 1,000 fps, then no need for a bigger case, just get the standard .44 mag. Mild pressures are obtainable with even the 350 gr bullets at 1,000 fps, and no fillers will be needed.

If you do decide to step up velocities for hunting, then you can drive the heavier bullets at over 1,400 fps in rifle barrels.

With this optimized case size for subsonic shooting you will spend less money on components as well as being able to find them just about anywhere.

October 14, 2011, 05:29 AM	#9
black mamba Senior Member Join Date: September 13, 2011 Location: SW Florida Posts: 890	.44 Magnum If you want to keep all velocities at or under 1,000 fps, then no need for a bigger case, just get the standard .44 mag. Mild pressures are obtainable with even the 350 gr bullets at 1,000 fps, and no fillers will be needed. If you do decide to step up velocities for hunting, then you can drive the heavier bullets at over 1,400 fps in rifle barrels. With this optimized case size for subsonic shooting you will spend less money on components as well as being able to find them just about anywhere.