38-56 Winchester Info Wanted

[Willy Tincup]

Is 38-56 Winchester brass available from any source? Can it be 'easily' made from any common brass? Any info greatly appreaciated---Thanks.

e-mail at: rgwillis@bmts.com................................................wTc

 

[mooncoon]

I have a 38-56 and make the brass from 45-70 shells. You would be wise to slug the bore to confirm the bore diameter. It is not unusual to find peculiar dimensions in original guns. Finally, try to find the twist rate with a tight patch and a flag on your ramrod. The greenhill formula (150 diameter squared over twist) lets you calculate the maximum length bullet it will stablize. If you are shooting black powder, use a very soft lube like SPG

cheers mooncoon

 

[Willy Tincup]

Thanks Mooncoon: Just the type of info I was looking for. Take care.

Willy [Garry]