I just posted on the handgun reloading threads about 38 special loads in a rifle. My source of info is the Hogdon reloading site. I feel like there might be some advice people can give me as I reload 38 special for a rifle (vs. my snubbie revolver). Thanks.

It has taken almost a year, but my Marlin CSBL has its threaded barrel, silencerco hybrid suppressor, and vortex venom red dot. I have not been able to find good information about bullet speed and suppression for 38 special out of a 16 inch rifle barrel, so here is what I have found. More hand loads to come.



All rounds are hearing safe. Feet per second is the average of 5 shots. I apologize but I did not write down weather conditions.

Federal 158gr lead ------------------- 950 fps
Magtech 158gr flat nose FMJ --------- 1000 fps
Berry 158gr FMJ w/ 4.0gr WIN 231 ----- 830 fps
WWB 150gr lead ----------------------- 990 fps
WWB 130gr FMJ ----------------------- 1045 fps

I hope that this helps someone. I know that Marlin now has a whole line of suppressor ready lever action rifles. That single hand load of mine shot with a whisper. From now on I will be shooting with the Magtech and working on accuracy for handloads. Enjoy and stay safe.