WARNING!!!
In recent years it has
become very apparent that there exists a situation
regarding some pistols chambered for the 40 S&W
cartridge. Some of the pistols currently available to
shooters may not provide complete support to the case
when a cartridge is chambered.
The Sporting Arms and
Ammunition Manufacturers Institute (SAAMI) has
established a maximum average pressure for the 40
S&W of 35,000 psi. The loading data published by Accurate
Arms was developed in our ballistic laboratory in
accordance with SAAMI test methods and equipment and
does not exceed this figure. This information is safe
for use in firearms which provide complete support of
the case. Failure to fully support the case with
cartridges of such intensity may result in bulged cases,
ruptured cases, separated case heads or other
consequences which may result in damage to the firearm
and/or injury or death to the shooter and/or bystanders.
This can happen no matter whose propellant is used.
If you own a firearm chambered
for the 40 S&W, we recommend you contact the
manufacturer to determine if the case is fully
supported, or have a competent gunsmith examine the
firearm and determine the amount of support provided the
case. If your firearm does not provide complete support
for the case, DO NOT USE
Accurate Arms Company data or products to reload your 40
S&W ammunition.
This is the first time Accurate
Arms Company has felt it necessary to place such a
restriction on the use of our products, but the
continued safety and welfare of the shooting public
compels us to do so.
