According to Roger Shoaf :
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?

Hmm ... about 1" into the barrel. Certainly not out the far end
of it.

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

It might make some difference, but not enough to get things out
the far end of the barrel.

Enjoy,
DoN.

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