Load data for a brass frame 1860

[user 33697]

I acquired a nice used brass frame 1860 in excellent shape. As I have a lot of 777 on hand, what would be considered a maximum load that would not beat up the recoil shield of the frame?

 

[CaptainKirk]

Can't say exactly for T7. There's that whole "15% reduction" debate going around, have heard both sides and I would err on the side of caution with a brasser.
As far as regular loads go, a .44 cal brasser should see no more than 25gr MAXIMUM of 3F or Pyrodex P. Recommended load would be 15-20gr 3F. Pressures will be slightly lower if using 2F or Pyrodex RS.

 

[BullRunBear]

Never used T7 but I have a couple of brass frame 44 calibers that I used for years. I keep the load between 20 and 25 (maximum) grains 3F Goex or the equivalent of Pyrodex P. This is a very mild load but it hasn't stressed the frame that I can tell and it is accurate enough. Not sure what the equivalent of T7 would be. If I want more power or shoot beyond 25 yards, I get out a Ruger Old Army.

Jeff

 

[nkbj]

I acquired a nice used brass frame 1860 in excellent shape. As I have a lot of 777 on hand, what would be considered a maximum load that would not beat up the recoil shield of the frame?

Came by one of those my ownself in a GreatWal parking lot deal.
Just haven't had the time to play with it. Thinking on just working up a nice accurate plinking load for feral tomato cans.

 

[Sam squanch]

Ditch the loading lever. Buy or make a loading stand to load just the cylinder. It made mine last , it’s still ok after 15 years. The stress of loading combined with recoil wears them out.

 

[Sam squanch]

Of course, I’m lucky to get to shoot one day a month anymore..

 

[Sam squanch]

Brass frame revolvers seem to work smoother to me, especially one that’s been used a bit.