Inquiring about load info using 5744 in a 32-40 in fixed ammo for an original Stevens 44 with lugged hammer. 
Would also be interested in 4227 loads for fixed ammo in same. 
I see 4227 info for seated loads but am interested in fixed if anyone can help.

I have a 7 o'clock extractor 44, in 32/40, that I shot in the '80's. I shot 13 gr 4227 with the Hudson bullet, 12.2 gr 4759 (20 gr by volume on a Ideal measure) and 5 gr 4759 and F BP, to the base of the bullet, with a wad. Those with the same bullet, all fixed.

On a fun outing I loaded the duplex load with Ideal tong tool and got "hunting" accuracy at 100 yds, about 2" as I remember. Peep with a blade front.

I have not had much luck accuracy-wise with 5744 and only use it for duplexing under black....

Thank you all for the great replies. 
This gives me Thu gs to think about. I certainly want to keep the gun in good working order. 4227 is sounding like what I may stick with.

My standard fixed load in a 32/40 CPA is 14.5 4227.  Lighter probably more  appropriate for a 44.  Go too light 4227 won’t get complete combustion. 

Way to tell shoot a dozen or so. Run a lightly oiled patch all the way through the barrel & out the muzzle. Light the patches corner and watch it burn. Unburned power will “Fizz” soot from burned  powder won’t. Increase the charge gradually until combustion is complete, if the 44 will handle the pressure. Caution with light 4227 charges in large cases is double charging. Use a drop check gauge before seating bullets. Simple rod marked at single charge depth.

Cartridges and actions that are not strong enough for a effective charge of 4227 I generally  to Unique.

Boats

<ndnchf> has shown us the RL-7 works at pressures that would be safe for a lugged Stevens 44.   Quickload suggests 15.5 grains max with a 185 grain bullet seated .469 deep.  Fill is 55%, so double charges would be less likely.  I have never tried this load; ymmv.