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    Any good data available on .32 H&R magnum performance?

    Looking for a possible low recoil load for step-daughter.

    Is there reliable data on the .32 H&R Mag out of a 2-4 inch barrel on proper gelatin?
    Specifically, 4 layers, 12 inches penetration, and at least some sort of expansion?

    Several years ago, I tried most of the available loads on water filled cartons behind 4 layers of denim out of a 2 inch j-frame. Although penetration was fine, the bullets could have been re-used in some cases. Lost interest at that point.
    Right now, I've got a buddy who will give me a great deal on his 4 inch SP-101 in .327 Mag. I've fired it with .327 and no way is that a novice load. However, maybe things have changed for .32 H&R mag? Or, my testing (being primitive) was flawed.

    I know Tam carries these on occasion. There must be something to it...

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    Chuck Haggard has some data on these as does Claude Werner.
    Last edited by Wheeler; 07-07-2018 at 08:03 AM.
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    https://www.hornady.com/ammunition/h...cal-defense#!/
    Hornady Critical Defense looks promising based on Brass Fetcher's testing of the 80 gr FTX at 32 NAA velocity. A four inch 32 Mag should produce about an extra 100 fps.
    http://www.brassfetcher.com/Ballisti...20Gelatin.html

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    I have no idea if Brass fetcher is a reliable source; but if he is...
    This appears to fit my requirements perfectly.

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