HI, I am new to this forum BUT I like what I have read so far! I have been a handgun hunter for over 10 years but have just now gotten real interested in the lever action rifles. I have gotten a 444 Big Bore and a 44 Marlin rifle . I have a a LBT 280 WFN mold and a 300 LFN Paper patched mold. but looking at the prices and obvious quality of these beartooth bullets I may just sell my molds and buy here! I have a question that I have asked on several forums and cannot seem to get a definitive answer. I am curious as to whether a 44 mag round can be fired SAFELY in the 444 Big Bore? I realize that the 444 is about .465 at the base and the 44 mag is about .455 so I know that there is a difference But what I dont know is whether this is dangerous or not IE ruptured brass etc. I would really appreciate some input from those who have tried it .
Also I have noticed from reading Paco Kelleys notes that he has loaded a 250 keith to about 2660 in the Big Bore 444 winchester and I am wondering just how much could be gained by going to the 250 LBT design which has more of the bullet in the nose and subsequently more powder capacity? I am thinking at least a 100 fps could be gained to give approx 2750!! What do yall think ?
Thanks, Craig
Also I have noticed from reading Paco Kelleys notes that he has loaded a 250 keith to about 2660 in the Big Bore 444 winchester and I am wondering just how much could be gained by going to the 250 LBT design which has more of the bullet in the nose and subsequently more powder capacity? I am thinking at least a 100 fps could be gained to give approx 2750!! What do yall think ?
Thanks, Craig