On the relatively rare occasions that I still fire it, I have been using Winchester 200 grain soft points with Lubaloy jacketed bullets. Muzzle velocity = 1310 ft/sec. Muzzle Energy 760 ft. lbs. Please recommend modern equivalents that will not overload it. Thank you.

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On the relatively rare occasions that I still fire it, I have been using Winchester 200 grain soft points with Lubaloy jacketed bullets. Muzzle velocity = 1310 ft/sec. Muzzle Energy 760 ft. lbs. Please recommend modern equivalents that will not overload it.  Thank you.

Paul F. · Answer

https://miwallcorp.com/winchester-the-american-legend-ammunition-44-40-win-200-grain-power-point-50-rounds-w-free-ammo-can/
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Well within you listed velocity/muzzle energy
Grain Weight - 200 Grains, 
Muzzle Velocity - 1190 Feet per Second, 
Muzzle Energy - 629 Foot Pounds

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More in stock option you could research here
https://ammoseek.com/ammo/44-40-winchester

James G. · Answer

Larry, Winchester Super-X at 1190fps and Magtech Cowboy loads are just what the doctor ordered  :  http://www.gunbot.net/ammo/rifle/4440/

Randy I. · Answer

yes it is safe as long as the colt is in good shape

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