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Lindcott Armory

Revolver · SAAMI

.32 S&W Long

Also known as .32 Long · 7.65x23mm

The premier target revolver cartridge of the early 20th century.

Caliber
0.312″ · 7.925 mm
Introduced
1896
Case
Rimmed
Parent
.32 S&W
Primary use
Target Shooting, Self-Defense
Status
Active

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EnergyBeing verified
Typical grains85 · 98 · 100 gr
Identity
Introduced
1896
Type
Revolver
Origin
United States
Inventor
Smith & Wesson
Manufacturer
Smith & Wesson
Standard
SAAMI
Status
Active
Availability
Common
Build
Case capacity
10 gr H₂O
Twist (typical)
1:18.75
Primer
Small Pistol
Case type
Rimmed
Pressure & range
Max pressure
15,000 psi
Eff. range
50 yd
Max range
150 yd
Recoil
1.5–3 ft·lb
Subsonic
Capable

Introduced by Smith & Wesson

Ballistics

Published velocity/energy data isn't available for .32 S&W Long. Parent case: .32 S&W.

Performance

Best for Withheld until verified
Best for Withheld until verified
Dimensionscase measurements · scale drawing · size vs familiar rounds

Case dimensions — the scale drawing at the top of the page is built from these.

CIP TDCC · approximate
Measuremmin✓
Bullet ⌀ 7.920.312 ✓
Neck ⌀ 8.560.337 ✓
Shoulder ⌀ n/a
Shoulder angle n/a
Base ⌀ 8.560.337 ~
Rim ⌀ 9.530.375 ✓
Belt ⌀ n/a
Rim thickness 1.400.055 ✓
Neck length n/a
Case length 23.370.920 ✓
Overall length 32.511.280 ~

Size vs familiar rounds

Drawn at true 1:1 — every case is accurate relative to the others. Absolute size depends on your screen's pixel density, so measuring one against a real ruler may be off. .32 S&W Long is highlighted below.

Factory loads

Verification

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Advertised FPS, energy, and BC are withheld until loads clear verification.

Suitable powders

5 reloading powders listed for .32 S&W Long, fastest to slowest. Cross-reference in the finder →

No. 2N310Bull's-EyeUniversalHP-38
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Firearms chambered in .32 S&W Long

12 models in the database chamber .32 S&W Long. Browse all →

Taurus Model 327 .327 FM CompactTaurus 327 Federal Mag 6-shotTaurus Taurus 327 .327 Fed Mag 3-inchTaurus 327 Ultralite .327 FMTaurus Model 327 .327 Federal Mag 2-inchTaurus 327 .327 Federal MagTaurus 327 Federal Magnum 2-inchTaurus Taurus 327 .327 Federal Mag 2-inchTaurus 327 Federal Magnum 3-inchTaurus 327 .327 Fed Mag 2-inchRuger GP100 .327 Fed MagTaurus Model 327

Lineage

Immediate parent
.32 S&W
Direct descendants (1 · 2 total)
.32 H&R Magnum
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Connected reference

Loads19 factory loads for .32 S&W LongReloading5 suitable powders — cross-referenceFirearmsFirearms in .32 S&W Long

History

Developed by S&W in 1896 as a longer version of the .32 S&W Short. Achieved target-grade accuracy from revolvers with tight chambers. Was the cartridge of choice for centerfire target shooting before Olympic events standardized to .22 LR. Still used by Nagant revolver owners.

FAQs

What twist rate does .32 S&W Long use?
.32 S&W Long typically uses a 1:18.75 twist rate.
What bullet diameter is .32 S&W Long?
.32 S&W Long uses a 0.312″ (7.925 mm) diameter bullet.
Is .32 S&W Long still in production?
.32 S&W Long is active; typical availability is common.
What is .32 S&W Long used for?
.32 S&W Long is primarily used for target shooting, self-defense.
What is .32 S&W Long based on?
.32 S&W Long is derived from the .32 S&W case.
What are the best powders for .32 S&W Long?
Reloading powders commonly listed for .32 S&W Long include No. 2, N310, Bull's-Eye, Universal, among 5 suitable options.

Sources & provenance

Data & sources. Specs compiled from the Lindcott Armory reference; availability counted from 18 live factory loads; the trajectory is modeled (point-mass), not measured. See methodology. Spotted an error? Report it →