Smith & Wesson Model 25 reloads

hornet

November 03, 2002 04:26

I just purchased a mint S&W model 25-5, 45 long Colt, I reload most of my ammo. Looking in the reloading manuels they all have loads for orignal colt SA revolvers and loading datd for the Ruger and T/C modren pistols. My question is will my S&W model 25 handle the modren loads for the 45 long colt like the Ruger and T/C contenders? The data for the older Colt single action revelovers 700-800 FPS the loading data for a Ruger or T/C speed is a little less than a 44 Mag around 1100 FPS depending on the weight of the bullet you use.
Anyone that can give me some advice or loads for modern Colt 45 revelovers will be appreached
Thanks
Hornet

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  SP45

  November 03, 2002 05:36

  No, The S@W will not stand the pressure. If you look at the cylinder wall thickness you will see it is very thin compared to the Ruger. Also the cylinder stop in the bottom of the frame lines up with the chambers and further adds to the problem.The Smith frame is samller compared to the Ruger as well. Besides these smiths are nice shotting guns, why would you want to beat one to death.

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  mballai

  November 03, 2002 08:23

  This is essentially a target style gun--that alone should tell you that heavy loads are not appropriate. Although I don't take issue with those who shoot hot 45 Colt loads, it makes much more sense to use a 44 Magnum if muscle is what you are after.
  
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  hornet

  November 03, 2002 09:39

  Thanks guys for the help. I do own a Dan Wesson 44 mag, and this is the pistol I hunt with. I have always wanted to have a model 25 Smith & Wesson in 45 long colt. I will be sure and use the low pressure loads to shoot.
  
  Hornet

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