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Old 04-20-2012, 09:42 AM
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Thanks Cat. I also just ran across the following link with info from Pedersoli about maximum pressures:
http://www.bpcr.net/site_docs-result...mits_09-04.htm

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Cody
Pedersoli is absolutely right on. Their modern Sharps are stronger than the old ones, and the sharps was stronger than a rolling block. But the pressure limit of 29,000 CUP is still rpetty anemic. A 223 runs 55,000 psi, and hot 45-70 loads that are safe to shoot in a modern Marlin lever run up to the 40,000 CUP range. 29,000 CUP is the load range for the old trap door rifles so be very careful not to use the wrong data if you are loading for a Sharps, even a new well built one. (Also, be very careful using Pedersoli's info. CUP and PSI are NOT the same thing. 29,000 CUP is only 27,300 PSI)Attachment 50726

If you need strength, buy the Ruger #1 or at least the 1885.

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