All cartridges that have been properly stored in a cool dry environment can be used. Check the cartridge for any signs of rust or corrosion on the exterior of the cartridges. All recent (last 20 years) manufacturers have assembled their products to withstand some abuse. Cartridges with obvious signs of damage to the outercasing should not be used as there is a possiblitity of the cartridge jamming in the breach of the weapon. Obviously if the cartridge has been immersed in liquid for a long period of time this would affect the cartridge, however and accidental dunking in a puddle would not affect the shells expected performance. Hope this was helpful.
Have it checked out by a gunsmith before you try it.
.410
Yes - in fact, that is the .44 calibre cartridge it is intended for, the .44-40 shot cartridge, which uses either a paper or wood sabot to hold the shot. Most that I have seen are also capable of firing the .44 XL, which is a lengthened .44-40 with the shot inside of the brass, rather than using the sabot. While you can fit a 2-1/2" .410 shell in the HSB Ruso, it should not be fired - it's only chambered for the 2" shells. IIRC, the only 2" .410 shells are the high brass shells.THIS SHOTGUN IS NOT DESIGNED NOR INTENDED TO USE MODERN .410 SHOTGUN SHELLS, AND SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR SUCH. The .410 used in the HSB Ruso (and other .410 shotguns of the period) was something of a predecessor to the modern .410.
You can use nothing but 410 shells in a 410 shotgun.
THE GUN IS A .44 CALIBER SHOTGUN, NOT A .410 CALIBER. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT IT MAY HANDLE VERY SHORT .410 CALIBER SHOT SHELLS OF LOW POWER BUT, IT COULD RISKY.
You can shoot 45 Long Colt or .410 shot shells with this weapon. 45 ACP rounds will not work properly.
Yes you may use the 2 1/2in shells in your .410 gauge shotgun. Clean the forward end of the chamber after shooting.
Deer slugs are manufactured for the .410
Should use either 2 1/2" or 3" .410 shotgun shells.
No. But there are revolvers made to shoot .410 shells that also fire .45 Colt cartridges,
410 shells only and only what the barrel is marked for.
The maximum shell length for a single shot Iver Johnson 410 shotgun is typically 3 inches. It is important to consult the manufacturer's specifications for the specific model to ensure you are using the correct ammunition. Overloading a shotgun with shells that are too long can be dangerous and may damage the firearm.