Yes, it was an easy one to fill the bill with. Latest: Arima-bob A moment ago Southern California Fishing Reports B What boat less than 30ft can take a 3' @ 6-7 head sea Latest: Bottom Dragger 1 minute ago Boating Discussion Stripping old rods Latest: nefarious235 2 minutes ago Fishing Rod Building Forum The sights are just like the CSBL are an XS Sights ghost ring sight set. Because of this, many hunters are realizing the potential of the cartridge for hunting medium to large game. im drawn to modern firearms for their dynamicism. its a different kind of shooting, fast followups, peppering paper or spinners, quick reloads. In the many years since, however, Ive shot pretty much every common handgun caliber and own a dozen or so of them and, still, something about that .357 just works the best. You have my (good natured) envy. .44 Henry rimfire. rounds border on simply dumb when the .357 Maximum is so much more accurate and easier to shoot accurately with its moderate recoil. If a Marlin 336 is a candidate for a successful rebarrel and chamber job in order to use 357 Maximum/Supermag cartridges. Welcome to the Leverguns.Com Forum. Best to have at least one, in your favorite caliber, in the collection. .357 Magnum Rifle (Hodgdon Data) reloading data with 102 loads. This beefed up, elongated .357 Magnum has also been chambered in Dan Wesson revolvers as well as several single shot rifles and pistols including the T/C Contender. It didn't quite make it, but still knocked the steel rams down. And they repeat that statement in the new book about Samuel Colt. Even if production revolvers missed the test barrel velocities by 200 fps, they produced enough muzzle velocity to achieve good terminal performance from softpoints giving better penetration. I own a Marlin .357 and its a beaut. A number of employees punched these rifles out to .357 Maximum and were very happy with the field results. Ive had a similar experience. Unless they went back later to get it they never seemed to care that much. Chiefs Special, 6 Python and Henry in 357. Give me a blued steel finish with walnut, no plastics or laminates please!!! It was a long-range shooting sport in which the targets were the silhouettes of game animals cut from steel plate and placed in banks of five at 50, 100, 150 and 200 meters. The Casull is way shorter than the Max and ~the same OAL as the 360 DW. Apples should be in pie. For sale I have a Harrington & Richardson (H&R) model 158 rifle in .357 Maximum. I always liked the cowboy combo concept of carbine/sidearm same caliber and own lever actions in .44 mag. Poppycock; the .357 Magnum is one of the best rounds for personal defense out there. NEF 357 Mag camo syn stocks with camo Nikon . Available with matte finish on steel frames and a highly polished finish on hardened brass frames, these elegantly simple rifles feature 22" round barrels, fully adjustable folding leaf rear sight and brass bead front sights we use on the lever actions, a drilled and tapped provision for optional scope use, walnut front and rear furniture, a That it would also make a good field cartridge for hunting small and medium game is obvious. The world's most powerful firearm database. bullets and 1800 (+) fps from 10" barrels at the short end of barrel lengths. One example would be the Savage Model 24 combination rifle/shotgun. Notify Me When Available. Most 357 mag guns are 16" barrels and some are 20 inch. I have shot a buddys 357, think it was Italian, a couple times as he is into Cowboy Action..not my thing but fun to watch! My current 357 carbine is a Marlin 94 from 1998. I now have the Ruger gp100-7. There have been discussions in the past about the comparison between the .357 Magnum and the .30 Carbine cartridges. Order your barrel directly from Match Grade Machine, made however you want with their standard chamber or for $125 additional post paid to you, custom chambered by me, Mike Bellm, to my specs for best accuracy with the full range of bullet weights and types. The fact that they are very difficult to find, new or used, is a testament of that they are still relative and in high demand. The .357 Maximum is a stretched .357 Magnum case; its about 0.315 inch longer than its parent. The werent lever actions. Remember the name Glenfeild. get the Lee hand press. Why does a levergun in .357 Magnum make more sense than one in .30-30 in those states? As a reloader, I will say that I have affection for the ease of use/reuse of straight walled cartridges and, thus, am a bit more fond of 10mm but, .357 sig certainly has merit. We ballistics types all know sad stories about cartridges that showed great potential but failed shortly after leaving the launch pad. It's important to note that when using cast bullets, you will need to use gas checks since the velocities reached with .357 Remington Maximum may cause problems. The rifle shot better after reaming that it did before. Shooter's Reference Load Data for .357 Maximum .357 Maximum - Published Manufacturer Loading Data Shellholders: Lee #1 Lyman #1 RCBS #6 Recipe Type: Pistol Bullet Weight: ALL 100 gr 110 gr 125 gr 140 gr 158 gr 165 gr 170 gr 180 gr 200 gr Powder: ALL Accurate 1680 Accurate 4100 Accurate 5744 Hodgdon CFE BLK Hodgdon H110 Hodgdon Lil'Gun Its cheaper than a lot of other calibers to shoot with minimal felt recoil. Manufacturer Cimarron Firearms br brModel 1892 Lever Action Riflebr brSKU AS621br brCaliber .357 Magnumbr brCapacity 10 Roundsbr brBarrel Length  20 Oct CIM CA2903 CIM UBERTI 1894 RIFLE 38-55 26" Brand: CIMARRON FIREARMS CO Item Number: CIM CA2903 UPC: 814230101112 Cimarron Firearms, the leader in authentic replicas from America Glock #32 (357 Sig) -- #13 rounds magazine -- #3 Magazines and loader only! We are not currently living in such times, when even steel-cased Russian 9mm is sold off the shelves at ridiculous markups. Turns out that my relatively new Ford pickup has plenty of room for a lever gun too. I have a MGM barrel 24" ProHunter Contour 1:14 twist which allows me to shoot 180 grain bullets and above extremely well. So without further adiou "Welcome". It was way past the time Henry made a side loading gate Lever action rifle. It list 357 Max data for Jacketed and Cast bullets from all the major players. No one currently makes guns chambered in the cartridge.Looking back on the whole incident is very interesting, and there is much to be learned. Roger super Redhawks and Henry big boy , both in .44mag. Optimum overall rifle performance is 2300 to 2400 fps with 180 gr. Loads published in the major reloading manuals are pitifully understated, going to only go to about 40,000 psi. Joe Grine and I spent a day testing it agains the venerable .30-30, and the results astounded us. A . Do the same during Deer Season, and all the critters have suddenly developed a deep phobia of open meadows you can see from far off. for a velocity of around 1836 fps. bullets in barrels around 20. Just wish the all-weather version didnt have the silly loop lever. Gun Genius. It was simply the .357 case lengthened to 1.60 and used the heavier bullets of 158 grains to as much as 200 grains. What I found odd or maybe not is that after all the semi automatic handguns, rifles and pump action shotguns were gone no one was buying lever actions. That is too bad. bullets that allow for velocities Ruger never intended. Itll still all fit in a small tackle box. The Henry Single Shot is one VERY nice little rifle! Me personally I will gladly take an 1892 or 1894 in .357 instead of a black rifle.. (I do have a Ruger LCR that was pretty good out of the box and a 50 year old 1911 that are in the running.). Best .357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifles. Midsouth Shooters can supply you with your pistol and rifle ammunition, as well as all of your shooting and reloading supplies. The 2350 fps 150gr .30-30 is 1850 ft-lbs of energy at the muzzle. Kahlil, was the Marlin 94 you just got back from the Repair shop made between 2007 and 2012-2015? 16.5" threaded barrel (1/2x28). Hornady XTP 158 gr. Relevant to what? Another Marlin not to miss is the Model 1894 CST, which features a black pistol grip stock and stainless finish. In short order, there was a Ruger Blackhawk Maximum and ammo to go with it.Ruger was not the only party on the Maximum bandwagon. No box or papers. It packs or stows easily and are very difficult to find lately. You can find ammo, and buy it if you can afford it. The Arena Media Brands, LLC and respective content providers to this website may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Found a gunsmith who examined it, he got it working again. So when they become available, people on this blog will be talking about them. Although some may not find this particular gun relevant, I think there are lots of pluses. (Ret.) (Winchester 94) and .22lr (Marlin 39A x2) with various accompanying sidearms. Here's the 357 Maximum story: Back in the 1980's there was a silhouette competition for pistols out to 200 yards. Its an entry-level model MSRP is $972, youll pay about $200 less retail but the rifle comes tapped for a scope or rail if so desired. The .357 Maximum can be a potentially great cast bullet cartridge. Check the charts out at the bottom of the page. Since there is very little commercial availability for the .357 Rem. . The 357 Maximum was invented to compete in that contest (most likely?). I really cant eithersure was glad I had 8 30 round mags full of 62 gr 556 as BLM looters were approaching in May. This was a blue-collar sport that could be pursued at relatively modest cost, using handloads in a rock-bottom minimum battery of one powerful revolver. It might not be a good reason but thats not what was asked. I sold both rather quickly. Of the 32 models of 357 lever gun they offer, there are precisely zero units currently available for sale. I really like my lever guns, also have a early JM guide gun in 45-70 and also one in 450 Marlin. The hammer was replaced and some work was done to help the feeding and cycling but I am still having a bolt issue. The AR-15s in .223 are just glorified rabbit guns in my opinion. Even swap. Thompson Center manufactures the Contender in .357 Remington Maximum still. properly aligns and supports the shank of the bullet as it enters the rifling. Great for when wearing gloves. marcJ (author) from Mid-MO on July 21, 2015: After becoming accustomed to the cartridge and it's range of uses, I too couldn't believe it never caught on commercially. Not everything has to be tactically sound. someguy2800, Jul 12, 2019 #7 Eagle 17 and Bfh_auto like this. The 1873 Deluxe Sporting is that classic rifle, dressed to the nines with a color-case hardened finish and checkered pistol grip. Id tend to agree with you. by awp101 Sat Jul 21, 2012 3:23 pm, Post But I take your point that a rifle can be usefuland fun. This rifle will be used for S. Michigan Deer so I'm primarily looking for favorite powder and pet loads. Winchester Model 1873. JWM, I too would love to have pairs of 357 and 44 mags. One, intended as a super revolver cartridge, failed to make the grade in firearms with cylinders but is a fine performer in other platforms. Problem is, because of the pandemic, and an election year, like all the ammo, there isnt any to be had, in the Pacific Northwest anyway. Thank God for so many various powders available. Loads for .357 Maximum: (Note: These are near maximum loads, you should use 10% less to start.) Guns can be fun. Ruger developed a Blackhawk specifically for the cartridge, but word of barrel erosion and "flame cutting" came to light quickly and production of the revolver was ceased with only about 400 produced. I have been wanting one for years now and always seem to miss the boat as they sell out quickly. Max. Joseph Von Benedikt visits with Aaron Oelger from Hodgdon about the unprecedented demand on the shooting supply industry. It can really thump that shoulder. Here is a link to an article that may answer some questions. bullets have proven to be the best of the revolver type bullets for all applications.. handgun and rifle. While the Colt Model 601 was the first AR-15 to be mass-produced, there were several design variations that came before during the platform's development. With that said, should your fancy be tickled, here are five .357 Magnum lever action rifles to look for. Or if you are willing to pay $1500-1,750 you get a Mikoru Japan made Winchester 92 Takedown rifle. In the early 1980s, the hottest thing going for competitive handgunners was IHMSA. 11 February 2004, 13:28 dgr416 One say I will probably add a .357 in a carbine for all around utility in the 100 yards or less range. version of the .375 supermag (1.61 in.) The targets were heavy and had to be hit hard and in the right place. Oranges should be squeezed into juice. And some states (North Carolina) consider that a concealed weapon. The most common include: There are other firearms chambered in the maximum, but their availability is limited and prices can be high. We discuss most anything here politely. The world's most powerful firearm database. Max. Maybe some lighter .30-30 loads would be better, but .357 would be so good. Detachable rotary magazine features a unique rotor to separate cartridges and . Great rifle and never have had an issue, shooting with 8 grains of unique with 225 grn semi wadcutters. Finally needed cash and sold it to a collector of old west guns. Prefer .44 Mag to .357, but thats just me. by bgmkithaca Wed Jul 25, 2012 9:55 am, Post He cleaned that up. Dan Wesson guns had easily-replaceable barrels and came with an extra in .357 Maximum. The regular Marlin 1894C is priced at around $700. JerryB II Corinthians 3:17, Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty. .357 Maximum is a perfect starter gun for kids to learn and grow on. Larger game such as elk or black bear warrant a more substantial cartridge and hunting game on the open plains of the West requires more power and a flatter trajectory. The Mossberg 500 Pump Action Shotgun is one of the most popular home defense shotguns on the market. There's no doubt but that the .357 Magnum with heavy bullets will do it handily up close.The .357 Maximum was an effort to give you .357 Magnum muzzle velocity at 200 meters. This year, H&R announced an expansion of its AR-15 lineup, bringing additional "retro" models to the market, including a 9 mm Luger-chambered Colt SMG clone, an M16A2-styled rifle and the carbine-size 723. I agree with Dave. Although a crimp is not required for a single-shot firearm, I crimp anyway. Thats exactly the sort of info i was looking for. Thirdly, in ordinary political/economic times .38 and .357 ammo is plentiful, ubiquitous, and affordable. The revolvers that were built in this caliber are rare, and consistently go for a premium over other Ruger Blackhawks. Not all rifles need to be used to kill commies. 008-E503841 | MTM. The "U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, Model of 1903," better-known as the M1903 Springfield, has become one of the most popular U.S. military small arms to collect. Jim Rhodes Greenville, Al. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Slower burning powders will enjoy a longer barrel more than faster burning powders. I only have a little experience with .357 SIG (a friend has a Springfield XDM in said chambering) but it seems a reasonable round. You have entered an incorrect email address! I would think it would beat the .357 Maximum, honestly. I wish I had known Hornady was going to discontinue them, I would have stocked up on them. Show Only with Pictures NEVER JAM BULLETS INTO THE RIFLINGS! Its a great shooter, almost no recoil with any .357 or .38 load and it looks good hanging on my wall. Looking for 170-190gr bullet loads and a plinking load for a hard cast GC/cheep jacketed bullet. It lacks a top-mounted rail (you can still install one, the receiver is pre-tapped). I dont have a horse ..so the ring comes off. Similar to the Critter You Are Hunting Effect. They were hell bent on making me reload. Use only MAGNUM Rifle primers in .357 Maximum loads. SAAMI maximum is 48,000, and in the closed breech guns pressures can be run at the same levels as 5.56 NATO, about 54,000 psi. Most of all it looks cool and reminds me of the good old days when guns were all made from steel and wood instead of plastic. It really boils down to max distance, drop, and how much the bullets . This load generates very close to the SAAMI max of 35k psi. .357 Mag ammo from brands like Hornady, Federal, and CCI. Included with the barrel is a stainless steel MGM scope base and stainless steel Burris Z Rings. NEVER EXCEED MAXIMUM LOADS: Be Alert: Publisher cannot be responsible for . Item Number: 534196137. The 8 grains of unique seem like fairly hot loads out of the rifle. Going price was 399.they didnt have any..but said they had a 45 Long Colt at a discount 299easy decision. HubPages is a registered trademark of The Arena Platform, Inc. Other product and company names shown may be trademarks of their respective owners. by JerryB Thu Jul 19, 2012 3:00 pm, Post Its sad that this is a bonus, but for many Americans it is exactly that. I really want to get one in .357 mag. Both are top performers. Go for a hike in the woods or mountains and you see deer most times of the year. Jan 23, 2014. Own Stock. 1. Id bet the old timers that rode the wild and woolly west would have liked the magnum in a rifle. I prefer flatnose or roundnose designs in this velocity range because they typically demonstrate better expansion than Spitzers at the same velocity. by Hobie Sat Jul 21, 2012 9:59 am, Post Max chambering. When I lived in the mountains caretaking a state property, soon learned the first day of hunting season would see the deer herd moving onto the property, bedding down behind the residence and the snow plow shed. .357 out of a 20 Henry Big Boy Steel rivals the muzzle energy of a .223 out of an 18 inch. Ill just be here waiting on .357 lever guns to be relevant. (See note on Powders below or read all about various Powders.) Curious that this article features only the most expensive versions of .357 carbines. I think my Henry BB 45 Colt is my fav. Its so ugly I love it. As the sport grew, the single shots came into their own as did fancy, short bolt guns, but a quarter of the program was always with a stock revolver. Most were returned to the factory and their purchase price refunded. [6] The "Magnum era" began with the .375 H&H rifle cartridge, spreading to handguns with the .357 Magnum. New cartridge and rifle. Fully agree with this. Try some Blue Dot in your .357 Mag, chronograph it and see how you like it. by groschen1936 Tue Jul 24, 2012 9:49 pm, Post And if you do it right, .38 Special or .357 Mag is an incredibly cheap round to reload, with brass that lasts forever and makes a fine alternative to .22LR when plinking ammo is hard to find. If the .35 Rem is legal where you're at, and you're wanting to build a bolt-action, I would probably go that route, as brass and ammo is much easier found than .357 Maximum brass and load data. All Types (1000+) For the more meticulous shooters and those who like to experiment with the widest variety of bullet types. .358" jacketed, .357" jacketed, and cast lead bullets, just ask them to send the barrel to me to chamber for $105 post paid to you, billed separately by me. The 1892 was one of Winchesters rifles designed by John Browning. And of course my Marlin comes back today from the warranty repair and they still havent fixed the main issue I sent it in for. Read Their Fine Print!! I might have to take that to the range next time and see what happens. This is especially true if you plan to hunt or compete in silhouette competitions as lighter bullets don't maintain enough energy at longer ranges. This means that hunters are able to control the firearm much better, making more accurate and effective shots. And you get a couple more rounds in the tube. The one that went directly back to gun store was likely 2018 or 2019 but was still new in box. Trust me. Having fired several different types and CARRIED them in the Military, I much prefer the simple and traditional bolt-actions, levers and semi-autos that American hunters have carried for generations. My findings are three of us used 357 mag out of 2 Rossi lever at 20 inch and one Marlin with 16.25 to hunt blacktails and elk. .357 velocities peak in a 16 barrel and decrease thereafter. or, H&R BARREL ONLY and $150 check or money order. My lever lust may remain unquenched. Brand: Winchester Firearms. Levers are light, easy to carry with quick target acquisition and reliability. Comments like yours on why dont you just reload are what limits some of my shooting time on the metallic silhouette range as its full of old vietnam era (and older) shooters that whine more than a Karen in the wild if you dont pick up your brass with intent to reload. Looks like AA 1680 is the top powder choice. H110. CHECK FOR EXCESS PROTRUSION OF THE CASE FROM THE END OF THE BARREL BEFORE FIRING! and ring 4 inch plates every time. I agree. Of course, I dont carry it on a single point like the muh AR crowd does. The Jelly Head Maximum utilizes an extended taper and fluted ports to tighten patterns up to 20 perc OUR STOCK NUMBER:13211 CONDITION: NEW IN THE BOX MAKE/MODEL: ROSSI..R-92 ACTION: LEVER RIFLE CALIBER: .357 MAGNUM/.38 SPECIAL BARREL: 20" CAPACITY: 12+1 FURNITURE: DARK BRAZILIA Uberti 1873 Cattleman II NM Steel 7 1/2" .357 Mag with Retractable firing pin (356550) This pistol is brand new in the box. .38 Spl is an absolute dream to shoot in a .357 lever gun. New in the Box. Note: A complete article about the .357 Maximum can be found on the Handgun Cartridge . Guns Rifles Harrington Richardson Rifles HARRINGTON RICHARDSON . I always assumed it was so you didnt lose your rifle when making a Sabre charge and hauling ass on your horse. Proof-fired it and it stood up. I know its not the answer you want, but it gets you to the same place. Carbine length In Stock. Loads for .357 Magnum: (Note: These are near maximum loads, you should use 10% less to start. . That keeps spent brass out of the eye of the user and today, allowing for easy mounting of a scope. You are using an out of date browser. hollow points, you can aim dead on with it at 100 yds. It was stopped when Ruger or someone discovered flame cutting of the top strap above the barrel/cylinder gap. 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BTW, next to .357 Mag in the combo, my next favorite choice would be the set in .44 Mag. And has since been dropped by everyone except TC.. The Speer Hot Cor 180 soft point shoots lights out and velocities are over 2200 fps. This is because revolvers allow a certain amount of gas to escape as the bullet jumps from the cylinder to the forcing cone, meaning lost pressure. Night and day in service and I didnt have to wait over a month. I took photos and pointed out the issue but still didnt fix it. Winchester just introduced the 350 Legend for all the people who are stuck using straight walled cartridges. Khalil, Ive got one in .327 Fed Mag and Im here to tell you IT IS SWEET!! Guys that do this are, shall we saypreoccupied with velocity, which is usually the product of light bullets and fast-burning powder.I believe that a failure to appreciate the complexities of this cartridge, the bullets available for it and the proper propellants applicable were a major reason why it passed early. by Rusty Thu Jul 19, 2012 11:22 pm, Post Please contact us with any questions, or for purchase options. My Marlin feeds .38 Special just fine but has a tendency to hang up on .357 Mag rounds (no matter the bullet type, it seems to be an OAL issue.). Get one batch of 360 brass from Starline for ammo to be loaded hot. Single shots from Thompson/Center, Wichita and Merrill appeared on the expanding .357 Maximum market. The .357 Remington Maximum was conceived primarily as an ultra-velocity, flat-trajectory silhouette cartridge. I wouldnt turn up my nose at either. Lever actions are a hoot to shoot. Your buddys Italian .357 was probably a Chiappa. Nothing slimmer or quicker to get into action. WOW! Citadel Levtac-92 .357 Magnum Tactical-Lever! We will take a look back at a stock revolver and its misunderstood cartridge called the .357 Maximum.Originally conceived by the late Elgin Gates and called the .357 SuperMag, the new round was very straightforward. If you hand-load long bullets that seat deeply in the case, you may need a longer expander plug to avoid crumpling the case. Who needs a semi auto rifle. Well, things are tough all over I guess. Over time, Sellier & Bellot expanded its product line to include rifle cartridges and smokeless powder. Significantly disappointed and I reopened another repair ticket. So its a one-two-three punch. .357 Maximums and the 9x72R, an old German rifle cartridge. So there are several options available that are much less expensive than the fine examples listed in the article. OM56, cant disagree. https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/henry-big-boy-steel-357-magnum-38-special-lever-action-rifle. I can probably name a couple dozen powders that will work in the .357. | We were amazed at the penetration. That is fast. With a tuned lever action, you can unload 10 rounds in about 3 seconds: https://youtu.be/h1Wcy8HRQUo?list=TLPQMjcwNzIwMjC2VftOeStKpQ. 357 Maximum, 44 mag, and 45 colt. Thanks for the link. It was too intense and very finicky. Or crushed and fermented into a crisp, dry Cider. by AJMD429 Sat Jul 21, 2012 2:17 pm, Post Mark Penrod is one. Joseph VonBenedikt is with Joel Hodgdon to talk about the improved accuracy and long-range potential of the already reliable Core-Lokt ammo line. Good item. Christmas is coming. The.357 Maximum, formally known as the.357 Remington Maximum or the.357 Max, is a super magnum handgun cartridge originally developed by Elgin Gates as the wildcat.357 SuperMag. Nicks and marks from use in wood and finish. can anyone suggest a competent gunsmith? "Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools" The Apostle Paul in Romans 1:22 . The.357 Maximum was introduced into commercial production as a joint-venture by Remington Arms Company and Ruger in 1983 as a new chambering for the Ruger Blackhawk. . But that being said, your S&W 8 shot Revolver is a nice pistol. Winchester 1892 Deluxe 357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifle with 24 Inch Octagon Barrel. I've searched the internet without finding definitive answers. The action and trigger needed work, so that cost another $125 from my local Gunsmith in Oregon. Can we get some more ideas? Im not particularly recoil sensitive (though getting old does suck) but from a power-to-controllability ratio standpoint, Ive always found the .357 to be the sweet spot. The .357 sounds like just the ticket for deer hunting in heavy brush where 70-80 yard shots are about the max you will find. https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/gun-review-rossi-model-92-lever-action-45-colt/, Also not a .357, but a stunning Henry: Geoff: Nope, not yet. While initially offered in .44-40, .32-20 and .38-40 (and discontinued for some time) a new version emerged in 2013 chambered for .357 Magnum/.38 Spl and a hammer block safety for safe carry. If you have to use a long-action gun to create a .357 Maximum, then the other easier way to get the .358" bullet going that fast, is just to use a .35 Remington chambered 'factory' levergun.