Nagant revolvers using 32H&R Mags?

[broomhandle]

Hi all,

I see that some of the Importers of this revolver are saying that you can shoot 32 H&R mags in it safely.
What is the chamber pressure on a 32 mag. vs the standard round?

I want to reload the Starline cases with a magnum load.

My pal bought a box of mags. and the pistol REALLY ROCKS (pop Vs BLAM!) with the mags in it.

I don't want to see any one hurt.

I know most of the fellows will tape the 32 mag.cases so they cann't swell or split.

Do you fellows shoot mags in your Nagants?

Thanks for any help,
broomhandle

[KCSO]

NO!!!
The standard Nagant cylinder is not safe for 32 mags. You can shoot 32 S and W longs in the cylinders made for them, but the accuracy is only so so. The 32 ACP cylinders are a joke as I have not had one yet that even indexed right. You really need to make some ammo from 32-20's or get the right stufff from SOG. They have it in stock now.

[RalphH]

Greetings, broomhandle,

I don't think you will hurt yourself or your revolver with the .32 Magnums. I reload the 7.62 x 38R myself. Most are just as hot as the .32 Mag., and some I have loaded are considerably hotter. If you are going to reload 32-20 cases, you might back off your charge a little from what my report states. I can't say for sure, as I've never fooled with the shorter cases.

At least my figures will give you an idea of what is going on. I have reloaded some as high as 1350 fps velocity. I can honestly say I don't reccomend it. Here's link to my report.

http://www.gunboards.com/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=14836

[9.3X62AL]

Broomer--

Call me exacting and needlessly cautious--but I DO NOT LIKE radial clearance around a chambered cartridge--at all. I use the Starline 7.62 x 38R casings in my Nagant revolver with decent results. It's no target caliber--and it's platform won't make it to Camp Perry--but it is still a fun little surplus plinker, and could be used for rats and small game to 35 yards--maybe further out if the load and revolver cooperate.

As Ralph H's targets show, there's some potential for usefulness in this critter.

[StarMetal]

Deputy Al,

You mentioning Starline made me go to their website. Guess what? In the what's new they have come out with 30 Luger brass YEA YEA

Joe

[9.3X62AL]

Our Mid-Caliber Conspiracy is under way.

[broomhandle]

Hi All,

Thanks for ALL the replys.
I went to the other site and have a copy now.

I was so suprised at the POWER of the 32 mag..I expected a some what more powerful report, but that pistol REALLY got my attention with a 32 mag. in it.

I don't think I would shoot a bunch of them, but once in a while would be a hoot.

Be well & safe,
broom :castmine:

[broomhandle]

NO!!!
The standard Nagant cylinder is not safe for 32 mags. You can shoot 32 S and W longs in the cylinders made for them, but the accuracy is only so so. The 32 ACP cylinders are a joke as I have not had one yet that even indexed right. You really need to make some ammo from 32-20's or get the right stufff from SOG. They have it in stock now.

Hi KSCO,

Would you want to sell you 32 auto cylinder? I have been looking for one for some time.
Please PM me. I have had dealing with Deputy Al in the past.
I think he will tell you I'm a good guy to deal with.

Thanks,
broom

[9.3X62AL]

Yep--Broomhandle is downright upright!

[swheeler]

Broom; I shot one box of FC32 H&R Mag thru my nagant revolver before my brass or dies showed up. The brass swelled excessively and I haven't did it again, I don't think it was any hotter than loads I now shoot in it, but the brass is definately undersized for the cylinders- so if you are set on doing it I think I would use the tape trick- just not my cup of tea when the correct brass is available. I have a couple hundred 32-20 brass, but haven't had a chance to try any yet!
Scooter

[broomhandle]

Hi Fellows,

If I buy a box of 32mags. I will tape them.

I think, I will just reload 50 rounds to something close to the 32 mag. specs. using the Nagant Starline brass. I bought a box of 500 lead 115 gr. M-1 carbine bullets today.
I just don't want to blow the pistol up and hurt myself.

The Nagant would make a nice car or boat gun, if it's lost or stolen it is not a big lose & the ammo is not eazy for the dummys to find.

As I said before, the mags give a lot more power to the Nagant.
I hope the importers are correct about safely useing them, the lawsuits could be real bad.

Still looking for a 32 cylinder.

Be safe,
broom