glockjeeper
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I just recently acquired a '50s vintage Colt Detective Special. This is my first revolver in a loooong time. I've mostly been shooting autos the past few years so my revolver knowledge has fallen off. I used to have a Colt Agent years ago btw. I therefore haven't been keeping up on whats popular for the .38 Special as far as stopping power lately. I know that the 158gr. lead semi wadcutter hollowpoint used to be king. But what is these days? Is it still up there among the best? If not, what is then?
Also, since this Dick Special is about 50 years old, should I be easy on it and feed it some lighter loads? I haven't got to shoot it yet. I believe I'm going to send it into Cylinder & Slide and have one of their Colt Carry Packages done on it. What do ya guys think?
Also, since this Dick Special is about 50 years old, should I be easy on it and feed it some lighter loads? I haven't got to shoot it yet. I believe I'm going to send it into Cylinder & Slide and have one of their Colt Carry Packages done on it. What do ya guys think?