Originally Posted By: Bladesmith
I also contacted Mr. Roster years ago and his excuse was " as long as shell manufactures say not to use their loads in Damascus barrel guns " that he was going to take the same stand.


I believe the warnings printed on shell boxes are simply to avoid "failure to warn" products liability lawsuits. I highly doubt shell manufacturers have done any research whatsoever on modern load suitability to vintage guns, you simply will never make it to a trial by jury if one blows up in your hands.