357 Magnum and 357 x 44 B&D twist rate

[se3388]

What is the recommended twist for these calibers in a rifle barrel. Bullets used will be in the 158 to 180 grain. I'm thinking a 1 in 16 twist.

Steve E..............

 

[Jimbo357mag]

The new Ruger 77/357 uses a 1:16 RH twist.

http://ruger.com/products/rotaryMagazine77357/models.html

...Jimbo

 

[se3388]

Is that considered the ideal twist for the targeted bullet weights listed? I will never shoot anything heavier than 180 gr. and don't anticipate shooting anything lighter.

Steve E...............

 

[Jimbo357mag]

Is that considered the ideal twist for the targeted bullet weights listed? I will never shoot anything heavier than 180 gr. and don't anticipate shooting anything lighter.

Steve E...............

I would think so but I'm not positive. The Ruger Blackhawks and Vaqueros use the same 1:16 RH twist. :shock: :shock:

...Jimbo

 

[se3388]

I got the 1>16 twist and it looks like it works with the Speer 170 GDSP's.

I haven't tried the 158 gr. bullets yet.

Steve E.............