There was an article addressing this very thing in HANDLOADER.
The Horse Soldiers were issues Colt Peacemakers and Model 3 S&W aka Scholefields. Since the Smiths had shorter cylinders and ejected all cases via a Star Extractor the S&W round will fire in a Colt and obviously work in both. Infact...
Forging produces predictable and uniform grain structure and flow characteristics which Increase Directional Strength.
Forging eliminates internal voids/gas pockets that weaken metal parts, providing superior chemical uniformity and Increased Structural Strength.
Forging ensures proper...
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