When he got it home he discovered the frame was cracked.
You should be fine with just a few 357 Mag loads, but I have no idea how well the rifle will hold up to a lot of 357 Mag ammunition.Ī friend once bought a 357 Mag Uberti 1873 used at a local dealer. Prolonged shooting is a different matter. Proofing just involves firing one proof load and inspecting the firearm for damage.
Although the 357 Mag Model 1873s have been proofed in Italy for the cartridge, I have doubts about how well they will hold up to prolonged shooting with 357 Magnum ammunition.
