44-40 question

[m1978]

i understand the 44-40 used to come in a hi-vel loading , approaching 44 mag velocities. if i were fortunate enough to track down a mod 1892 rifle, which i understand is strong, the question is what case life is like in 44-40 at these stiffer loadings.

as an aside, the browning reproduction 1892s, are they set up to shoot .429 bullets, or the older .427s?

thanks

 

[y2k]

.429 Dia, And yes it will be hard on brass

 

[m1978]

thanks for the reply, perhaps 44 mag/spcl makes more sense these days.