Lookin' for info

[gburner]

The bug has bit me for a Nagant revolver
that I saw at the local gunny yesterday.
$100, Tula Arsenal, 1924, walnut grips.

My only reservation is the price/availability of the ammo.

I have been told that .32 SW Long can be substituted as well as .32 HR Mag. Is it true that this can be done safely?
Thanks.

 

[diyj98]

There will be plenty of guys on hear that will tell you they do it, but I don't choose to fire any in my Nagants. You'd probably be alright with the 32 S&Ws, but I hear split cases and some splash back in your face is not unheard of, so wear safety glasses.

 

[Jim K]

You can get Nagant cylinders chambered for the .32 ACP, and I see no reason one of those can't be reamed to use the .32 H&R Magnum or .32 S&W Long.

Jim