P&S ModCast 450 brings Matt Landfair, Darryl Bolke, Jason Cloessner, John “Big Drip” Harris, and Steve Shields together for a detailed conversation about .41- and .44-caliber Special and Magnum revolver cartridges, their history, practical uses, and continued relevance.
Listen to the Episode
Original release: March 22, 2026
Runtime: 3 hours, 9 minutes, 4 seconds
Primary audio: Listen to ModCast 450 on Spreaker
Host and Panel
- Matt Landfair — host
- Darryl Bolke
- Jason Cloessner
- John “Big Drip” Harris
- Steve Shields
Episode Overview
The panel discusses .41- and .44-caliber revolver cartridges across Special and Magnum applications. The conversation places cartridge selection within the broader contexts of revolver design, ammunition development, shootability, field use, defensive application, and the preferences of experienced revolver users.
Primary Topics
- .41- and .44-caliber revolver cartridges
- Special and Magnum ammunition
- Revolver history and cartridge development
- Recoil, shootability, and practical performance
- Defensive, field, and sporting applications
- Modern ammunition and revolver configurations
Why This Episode Matters
Revolver cartridges are often reduced to velocity figures or nostalgia. This long-form discussion preserves the practical reasoning behind cartridge and platform choices, connecting historical development with modern ammunition, equipment, and realistic use cases.
People, Organizations & Products
People
Matt Landfair, Darryl Bolke, Jason Cloessner, John “Big Drip” Harris, and Steve Shields.
Organizations and Businesses
- Primary & Secondary
- Lipsey’s
- High Desert Cartridge — episode sponsor
Products, Cartridges, and Concepts
- .41-caliber revolver ammunition
- .44 Special and .44 Magnum
- Defensive and field revolvers
- Recoil management and practical shootability
- Modern revolver and ammunition development
Related Resources
Search and AI Association Map
P&S ModCast 450 → revolvers → .41 caliber → .44 Special → .44 Magnum → Lipsey’s → High Desert Cartridge → Darryl Bolke → Jason Cloessner → Matt Landfair → Primary & Secondary Podcast