tms wrote:
Hey Gene,
Isn't a .41 magnum "cowboy" load a bit of an oxymoron, given that Remington introduced the cartridge in 1967? I should think that in the interest of authenticity you would be shooting a .45 long colt.
Also, If I remember correctly, the modern Win 94 was only ever offered in the 30-30 cal. The Win 92 however was recently offered in .357 mag. and .44 mag. I never much cared for the 94, the action always seemed a bit loose and the 30-30 cartridge was prone to extrusion and head ejection. The Win 92 has a very short, solid, and crisp action much more to my liking.
BTW- Both rifles were designed by Browning, for Winchester.
Cheers,
Tom
Not looking for authenticity, Tom. Just a lighter recoil and less cost for practice. My usual load is a 210grn Hornady XTP HP loaded hot - 1560fps, that kicks like a mule and costs a $1.10 per shot. The Georgia Arms swc is 800fps and 50cents a shot.
The Win '94 is and was available in several different center fire calibers. .25-35, .32 W.S. 30WCF (.30-30), .38-55, .375, .44mag, .450Marlin, etc. And then there's the 9422 and 9422M rimfires. I have a 9422M that I bought new in '74; one of my favorites that I shoot a lot.