Ed, by modern loads are you talking about 3 1/2 inch magnum shells or some older 2 7/8 inch shells. The older members of the forum can tell you much better than I can but no it is not a good idea to shoot modern loads (I am assuming the 3 1/2 inch loads in a Damascus barreled gun. A lot depends on the type of Damascus and the condition of the barrels.
Dennis
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