Scan-Ti vs. Stainless? Which is actually stronger?

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rnovi

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Ok, this is rather odd to me. I have read some of the following:

1. Ti-Scan revolvers are strong enough to handle "full power" .357/.41.44mag loads.
2. However I have also read that SAAMI spec on .357/.41.44mag has been reduced from 46,000/43,500/43,500 cup (as listed by my Speer #11) to a rumored 33-36,000 cup...

IF the above are true, then technically the Ti-Scan revolvers "can" handle current level SAAMI max spec...but could such Ti-Scan revolvers handle old-skool pressures?

I got a look at one of the new S&W 357PD revolvers (in .41 mag) as well as the 329PD (.44mag). I question whether or not these are viable hunting weapons at all. IF they can only handle the newer SAAMI cup pressures then that:

a. Limits even a reloaders ability to maximize the power of the cartridge for hunting purposes...
b. Makes me question why S&W even bothered to produce such a handgun at all (other than trail-side bear defense...)

Comments anyone?


(PS: I rather like the 357/329 revolvers...I just can't quite figure if they are viable for hunting purposes...)
 
Whether or not titanium and scandium frames are stronger than steel ones is really a moot point for me. Shooting the hot stuff from such a light revolver is going to be just about unbearable for 90% of people. A 329 is limited IMHO to .44 Specials and lighter magnum loadings such as 210 grn Winchester Silvertips. The only real advantage I can see is that they can be loaded with full power fodder for protection against Bear and the like where only one or two shots will be fired anyway. Personally, I don't think that an extra pound or two is all that much more for open carry like a hiker or hunter would most likely opt for.
 
I second those points. If something is unbearable to shoot with, how does it make it as good or better? If I can't use it, it's garbage. I prefer steel since I like to be able to use my guns without pain so I can practice and get better. If I wanted something to just carry and shoot little, I may as well get an airsoft.
 
I have and carry both a 329PD and a 360PD. The little 357 hurts....:eek: The 329 is not bad. The biggest limiting factor is ammo selection, you must test fire the ammo you would use to check for bullet pull. The stainless is definately more durable than ScTi.
 
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