Early cartridges used during the 1870's in the US

[Patrick Chadwick]

Truly, they don't make them like that anymore!

I have a Belgian-clone S&W Russian in 44 Henry flat and a Swiss Peabody in 10,4x38R. Yes, I shoot them both. Yes, it is a PITA to make the cartridge cases. Buying modern ammo is just toooo easy! Haven't yet tried a "Benet clone" though...perhaps one could fudge up a substitute with shotgun primers?

P.S. It is, perhaps, worth mentioning that these old cases often had a larger capacity than modern thick-based ones. Which is why, fr'instance, getting 70 gn of powder in a modern 45-70 case is impractical. If I write impossible, that should provoke a few "I've done it" answers!

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[browningautorifle]

these old cases often had a larger capacity than modern thick-based ones

Isn't that a fact! Even with drop tubes it can be a nightmare.