On Mon, 30 Jul 2007 23:37:02 -0700, "Roger Shoaf"
wrote:

Assume one were to take a .357 revolver and load it with shells that were
reloaded with a primer only and without any powder.

How far would the bullet get, only propelled by the primer charge?

If it makes a difference let's assume that the bullets are standard lead
round nose (no metal jacket.

Depending on if its standard or magnum primers, they usually travel
just far enough to lock up the cylinder. Magnum primers may get the
first bullet into the forcing cone.

None will exit the barrel.

Gunner