Question for you knowledgible folks???

[buckslugger]

I have an old 1975 topper junior gun with a case colored frame, would you guys feel comfortable if it were yours mounting a 357 max barrel on it. It seems from what ive read that the max has higher pressure than the standard 357 mag,what do ya think??

roy

[quickdtoo]

A lot depends on the loads you use, I had perforated primers using factory Dan Wesson 357maxi ammo on a 2003 Topper frame, apparently the primers were thin enough that it caused a problem with the large hole around the firing pin. I wouldn't recommend it, but if you try it, be aware of the issues that may result and what to look for that may be indicators of a potential problem.

I put the .357maxi barrel on an SB2 frame and never had a problem since.

Tim

[Rustyinfla]

 Maybe the Maximum runs at pressure levels sufficient to require the use of small rifle primers. The rifle should detonate them OK.


      Rusty <><

[spinafish]

.357 MAX SHOULD BE LOADED WITH SAME RIFLE PRIMERS!!!!! to much pressure for small pistol primers..