mcb
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Where those numbers from actual revolvers or non-vented test barrels of that length?
SAAMI list the standard load for a 158 grain bullet at 750 fps from a vented test barrel and 900 fps from a non-vented test barrel. Length unspecified...
I would challenge anyone that thinks SAAMI changed the specification of an established SAAMI cartridge to produce documented proof of SAAMI's change. I have never seen anyone produce any. SAAMI never has, either up or down; change the pressure spec on a cartridge. The liability is too high.
That does not mean manufactures have not chosen to ignore the specs but SAAMI has not changed the 38 Special spec. Also Remember SAAMI did not start until the mid 1920's and did not really have a strong influence in the industry until the early 1930's. Compliance has always be voluntary.
SAAMI list the standard load for a 158 grain bullet at 750 fps from a vented test barrel and 900 fps from a non-vented test barrel. Length unspecified...
I would challenge anyone that thinks SAAMI changed the specification of an established SAAMI cartridge to produce documented proof of SAAMI's change. I have never seen anyone produce any. SAAMI never has, either up or down; change the pressure spec on a cartridge. The liability is too high.
That does not mean manufactures have not chosen to ignore the specs but SAAMI has not changed the 38 Special spec. Also Remember SAAMI did not start until the mid 1920's and did not really have a strong influence in the industry until the early 1930's. Compliance has always be voluntary.
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