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HSM 44 Russian 200gr RNFP Ammunition New Manufactured Cowboy Action 50rds - HSM-44R-1-N
Brand:
HSM Ammunition
Bullet Type:
Round Nose Flat Point
Caliber:
.44 RUSSIAN
Grains:
200 grain
Rounds:
20
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$40.76
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HSM Cowboy Action .44 Russian 200 Grain Handgun Ammo
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HSM Ammunition
Caliber:
.44 RUSSIAN
Rounds:
20
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COWBOY ACTION 44 RUSSIAN AMMO - 44 Russian 210gr FPL 50/Box
Brand:
Black Hills
Caliber:
.44 RUSSIAN
Rounds:
50
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is 44 Russian still made?
Yes, .44 Russian ammunition is still manufactured, available from specialty retailers typically priced around $45 per box, ranging from $31–$59. Modern revolvers chambered for this cartridge are rare; a replica revolver is available in .44 Russian or .45 Colt, but broader production is not clearly established.
Can you shoot 44 Russian in a 44 Magnum?
Yes, .44 Russian fires safely in .44 Magnum revolvers. The Russian cartridge uses a shorter case with the same bullet diameter, so it chambers and functions reliably. Accuracy may suffer due to the longer cylinder gap, but there is no safety concern.
Is 44 Russian the same as 44 Special?
No, they're distinct cartridges. .44 Russian came first with a shorter case and lower pressure. .44 Special was developed from it but has a longer case. Velocities are similar around 750 fps. Because .44 Russian is shorter, it can be fired in a .44 Special or .44 Magnum chamber, but not vice versa.
How powerful is 44 Russian?
.44 Russian drives a 246-grain bullet at roughly 750 fps, producing about 310 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. That's adequate for small to medium game and personal defense but considerably weaker than .44 Special and far below .44 Magnum's performance.
Will a .44 stop a grizzly?
The .44 Russian lacks sufficient power for grizzly defense, generating roughly 310 ft-lbs of energy—marginal even for medium game. Grizzlies require at minimum a .44 Magnum, 10mm, or larger rifle round to reliably penetrate and break bone. Shot placement under stress makes marginal calibers even riskier.
What was the gun of choice for cowboys?
Cowboys most commonly favored the Colt Single Action Army revolver, adopted in 1873 and chambered in .45 Colt. The Winchester 1873 rifle was equally popular. No single firearm dominated, as different weapons served different purposes across the frontier.