2011 Issue Number 274 | Handloader Ammunition Reloading Journal October

The magazine displayed a pair of single-action revolvers on the cover—one Colt, one U.S. Fire Arms—both chambered in the historic .44-40. The issue featured a dedicated segment on , appealing to the Cowboy Action Shooting crowd and history buffs. [26†L17-L21]

: Mike Venturino provides a guide to 15 different options for the Sharps rifle. The magazine displayed a pair of single-action revolvers

, who sadly passed away in 2024, was the definitive voice on cast lead bullets and historic firearms. In this era, Venturino was frequently writing about loading for military surplus rifles (milsurps) with cast bullets. [7†L16-L21] Simultaneously, the October 2011 issue also served as a platform for Venturino to review the then-new Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook, 4th Edition , which he helped author. The review praised the manual for its inclusion of modern cartridges like the .327 Federal and the various Short Magnums, acknowledging the 30-year gap since the previous edition. [27†L16-L31] [26†L17-L21] : Mike Venturino provides a guide to

: John Haviland offers insights on reducing the physical impact of heavy loads. who sadly passed away in 2024