[reed61]

i was wondering if anybody shoots 44 specials in their 1894 marlins chambered for 44special/44 mag. if so what is a good plinking/practice load for this. i have a bunch of 200 and 240 grain lead bullets i would like to try in it. any suggestions on powder? thanks!
reed

 

[lloyd smale]

nothing wrong with the classic Keith load or 7.5 grains of unique.

 

[Ron LeClear]

Drop 5.0 gr. of bullseye into a case put a bullet of 185 to 260 gr. on top and enjoy...This works for my 44-40...44 Special...44 Mag...45 Colt in rifles or pistols of modern steel like EMF, Marlin, Ruger or Rossi.

Ron

 

[daddywpb]

I use 240 gr SWC and 7.0 grs of Unique in my Marlin 1894P. Nice shooting load - my daughter likes it too.