Originally Posted by memtb
Originally Posted by jwp475
Originally Posted by memtb
I agree with gunwizard, on the forming of the carbon ring in the cylinder when using the shorter brass. I always try to use brass designed for the cylinder……whether it be my .357’s, 44 Mags, or my 460 S&W…..I enjoy shooting light loads in all of them, much more than cleaning carbon rings! 😉 memtb


Only of you never clean your chambers. This is a non issue if you occasionally cleand the cylinders.



I do clean……occasionally! However, carbon is rather difficult to remove……much easier if it’s never been put there! Why risk carbon, when simply using a case of proper length for the cylinder will avoid this potential issue! memtb


I've fired a lot of 45 Colt cartridges in 454 and I have found it not to be a problem

I read about it here on the net but I find it is over blown and not a concern of mine

Last edited by jwp475; 08/09/22.

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