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<blockquote data-quote="Burnston" data-source="post: 3482542" data-attributes="member: 46617"><p>A few months back, in an effort to expand my horizons, I began experimenting with heavier bullets in my 4in 29-3. Using a combination of h110 and 300gr hardcast hammers, I ended up splitting the frame of my pistol across the threads; significant enough to where the barrel could be removed by hand. </p><p>The pistol has since been replaced by a 29-2, and has been joined by a 25-9 as well. A well known pistolsmith who is known for his big bores assures me that this is just a fluke, and I should continue my 300gr experiments, even in my 25. While the man's reputation, and advice is as good as gold, I am curious as to whether or not any of you have conducted similar experiments with heavy bullets in your Smiths, and what your results may have been, whether good or bad. My sincere appreciation for my pistols has me spooked, and I am not necessarily eager to repeat my first experience.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Burnston, post: 3482542, member: 46617"] A few months back, in an effort to expand my horizons, I began experimenting with heavier bullets in my 4in 29-3. Using a combination of h110 and 300gr hardcast hammers, I ended up splitting the frame of my pistol across the threads; significant enough to where the barrel could be removed by hand. The pistol has since been replaced by a 29-2, and has been joined by a 25-9 as well. A well known pistolsmith who is known for his big bores assures me that this is just a fluke, and I should continue my 300gr experiments, even in my 25. While the man's reputation, and advice is as good as gold, I am curious as to whether or not any of you have conducted similar experiments with heavy bullets in your Smiths, and what your results may have been, whether good or bad. My sincere appreciation for my pistols has me spooked, and I am not necessarily eager to repeat my first experience. [/QUOTE]
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