Several years ago I purchased a barrel replacement for the Berreta 96 in 357Sig. I mentioned it on one of the forums and was told not to use the barrel, as I could do some nasty things to the 96' and possibly myself.

Is the problem that the Berreta isn't strong enough. Or would the addition of a spring of correct weight fix the problem?

I did run a box of 357sig thru the pistol with no problem, I think I put an 18# (heavy) spring in the weapon at the time.

Any comments or ideas, I haven't used the barrel since and won't unless I can find some answers.

Thanks, Mike

The .40s&w & .357sig run at about the same pressure (.357 about 4000ps1 higher). The .40s&w throws a heavier bullet faster, so slide force will be greater w/ the .40. I'm not sure why someone would tell you no. I have .357sig bbls. for a USP & Colt Delta & have experienced no problems. The heavy spring isn't a bad idea as long as the slide functions. Also check to see if the aftermarket bbl. is fully supported at the head. You may not want to run a steady diet of .357sigs thru your Berreta, they are pushing into a +p zone. This is just my take on it.