I load a lot of .38 LC just for plinking out of my .38 Specials. While loading the other day, I got to thinking about whether a load could be developed for the Long Colt that, even though not as a primary defensive load, could possibly be effective in that role if the need arose.
The Long Colt is basically a twin of a .38 Special HBWC load, and people have been using those for defense. I suppose I could load WC bullets In the LC cases to .38 Special length, but that would essentially be a .38 Special cartridge. Would a 158 gr LSWC or a Keith cast bullet be the best option?
Let me reiterate that I’m not loading a primary SD round. My only interest would be that if I’m already hand loading, why not use a bullet that could be used effectively rather than a round nose bullet.