.44Spec really is a reloader's cartridge. All I shoot in my Bulldog. As said above the Bulldog really isn't meant for regular range use (in my opionion). I get mine out to the range once a month for refamiliarization but that that's it. Around 20-50 rounds a month is all goes through it. Reloads of course. Since I've never had a problem with mine.... I've got to see it is very reliable. I like big and slow too, so the .44Spec fits in perfectly for CC.I was amazed at the price for the 44 spcl ammo