44-40

A Cartridge Born of Innovation The story of the 44-40 begins not with a rifle, but with the creation of its namesake cartridge. The late 1800s were a period of explosive innovation in firearms technology, and the 44-40 was a direct result of this relentless pursuit of improvement. The genesis of this remarkable round can … Read more

Introduction The crack of a rifle, the smell of burnt gunpowder, and the sight of a lead bullet arching through the air – these were the hallmarks of the American West, and at the heart of that era was a cartridge that became an icon: the 44-40 Winchester. This legendary round, with its history deeply … Read more