Originally Posted By: eeb
Fred - As to the strength of the Remington 1889, I reference the Fall issue of DGJ in which Sherman Bell tests a bunch of old damascus barreled SXSs, with bores of varied condition, with modern proof loads. He tested several 1889s and they just shrugged the loads off. Go buy some WAA Xtra-Lite 1 oz. loads and have fun. I handload for my 1889 16, but have shot low brass Federals. They are too good to leave in the safe.


Fred

I can vouch for the Win. Xtra-Lite 1oz. loads. I have a light Brit game gun with 2 1/2" chambers. I've put about a box of these loads in it and they seem to be very mild. I know they are around 7200psi which is close to what I reload for this gun. Have fun.

Jim

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