Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
05-15-2013, 06:29 PM
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Westpoint?
Hi Folk's, I spotted a Savage single shot .22lr at the LGS marked Westpoint model 121 & can't find any info on it. They want $75.00 OTD & it's in pretty decent shape. I'm hoping to find out if it's...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
05-10-2013, 06:29 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 214
Re: Need load info
Thank's Folk's for all your help, I'm going to load these up this weekend. Take care-Dave
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
05-09-2013, 06:18 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 214
Re: Need load info
Just noticed your from ILL. I'm originally from So. ILL. My daughter & her family live near Freeburg-small world
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
05-09-2013, 06:16 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 214
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
05-09-2013, 03:49 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 214
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
05-09-2013, 03:47 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 214
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
05-09-2013, 02:59 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 214
Need load info
Hi Folk's, Does anyone have a good load for the Sierra 52 grain match bullet using BLC-2 ? My Hodgdon load info. skips from 50 straight to 53 grain projectiles. This will be for a bolt gun-Thank's...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
09-15-2012, 02:33 PM
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Replies: 1
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Hungarian 43M
I have one, all numbers match except bolt. Bore is dark w/good rifleing-is it worth anything these days? Thank's for any info-Dave
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
09-14-2012, 10:25 AM
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Replies: 2
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Anyone reload the .41 Special ?
Howdy Folk's, I'm looking hard at a Ruger BH in .41 mag. I've followed John Taffin's writings over the years & remember him loading this wildcat some years back and I'm really interested in it. Seems...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-11-2012, 01:33 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 883
Re: Winchester 7.62x39
Thank's Folk's, for all the reply's. The reason I asked about the primer crimp is because of the trouble I've had w/.556 & some range pickup 9mm brass in getting the crimp out-I've just avoided it so...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-10-2012, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 883
Winchester 7.62x39
Hi Folks, quick question about Winchester white box 7.62x39. Do these have a military crimp on the primers? Does the S&B brand have the crimp? Which of these are better? Is this the same caliber...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-09-2012, 05:22 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 719
Re: Primer ?
Yes JLA, the P-38 is 9mm. Thanks man for answering all my questions of late. I'm gonna finish these out in .38 specials-Dave
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-09-2012, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 719
Re: Primer ?
Thanks JLA, The model of my pistol is a H&K P2000SK & come to think of it I did use these also to load a hundred 9mm's over W231 & 50 over some Titegroup for my Glock 19 & Kahr PM9. The only old guns...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-09-2012, 07:26 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 719
Re: Primer ?
180 GRN. JHP over 4.5 grns. of W231, Thank you for replying & I apologize if I sound a little venty. I laid awake last night worrying about how much I don't know about all this. Thank's for any...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-09-2012, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 719
Re: Primer ?
A couple weekends ago I loaded my first .40's using some Rem. primers I bought back during the drought. I read this yesterday & when I got home & checked-sure enough they were 1 1/2's. These were...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-21-2012, 10:32 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 889
Re: Lasercast vs. Missouricast
Ya, I got the 158's, I've always shied away from 125's because of the cracked forceing cone thing back in the day (S&W) but that was with FMJ's. I'm gonna shoot these up, I'm anxious to try them....
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-19-2012, 06:24 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 889
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-18-2012, 10:45 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 889
Re: Lasercast vs. Missouricast
Thank's for all the great info folks! JLA, I bit the bullet (Ha Ha) & ordered 500 of the .38 target's & 500 .357's from Missouri cast. Should get them in about a week -$78.00's! Can't wait to try...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-14-2012, 09:29 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 889
Re: Lasercast vs. Missouricast
Thank's for the reply's folks. I only know the basics about bullet hardness, too soft= leading at high velocities. JLA, when you say Lasercast are too hard, what affect can that have? They claim...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-13-2012, 02:30 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,461
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-13-2012, 12:24 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 889
Lasercast vs. Missouricast
Howdy Folks, I'm looking for some advice here. I've always used Lasercast bullets with good results & I'm a firm believer that you get what you pay for. But I've also heard some good things about...
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Forum: Curio & Relics Forum
01-12-2012, 07:29 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,911
Most desireable Mosin?
Hi Folks, I'm interested in a Mosin Nagant. I want a good looking & maybe slightly collectable shooter. Wouldn't mind a sniper but don't want to pay that much. Two Wright Arms in Springtown has an...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
12-08-2011, 07:38 AM
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Replies: 1
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MAK90 vs. Saiga SLG21
Hi Folks, I just spotted a Saiga SLG21 at the LGS & liked it alot. I've had my MAK90 for about 18 years & never had a problem with it except for changeing out the stock because I'm left handed. I've...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
10-28-2011, 03:04 PM
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Replies: 2
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Anybody tried these bullets?
Nosler .224 50 grain spitzer ballistic tip. LGS has a thousand for $ 169.99 Any good? Worth it? For use in my RRA AR & Howa bolt action varmint-Thank's for any info-Dave
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-17-2011, 12:11 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 2,036
Re: Why is the .25 acp a wimp?
Mik kinda hit it on the head, I just thought the Bauer was somethin' neat to have. But like JLA stated the establishment isn't real flexible or accomodating. I have to go into Ft.Worth every couple...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-16-2011, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 2,036
Re: Why is the .25 acp a wimp?
Wow! Thank's for all the cool input folks. This all started, because, well..I like guns. I wish that Bauer was cheaper, but I don't think Elk Castle or the consigner will come off the price any. My...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-15-2011, 03:09 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 2,036
Re: Why is the .25 acp a wimp?
Thank's for the inside info folks, I called them back & they said it was a consignment gun & the owner was firm-I'll pass at now that I know what it's worth-Dave
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-15-2011, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 2,036
Re: Why is the .25 acp a wimp?
Thank's Folks for replying. I'm gonna fess up. My truck gun is a H&K, my bike gun is a Kel-tec .32 + others-I'm running out of neat stuff to want, then I stop by a LGS and see a like new pistol...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-15-2011, 11:37 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 2,036
Why is the .25 acp a wimp?
Hi Folk's, I've been pondering this for awhile. Most folk's say they would take a .22lr over it anyday if that were the only choice. So...why is this centerfire so anemic when compared to the .22?...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-08-2011, 05:40 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,063
Re: Best clean burning .357 mag powder
JLA I agree, I think it will be a limited run. I have a Marlin 1894c w/williams peep that's a keeper, however I prefer straight stock levers to pistol grip ones. I think the Ruger w/a Burris...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-08-2011, 02:42 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,063
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-08-2011, 11:05 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,063
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-08-2011, 07:15 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,063
Re: Best clean burning .357 mag powder
Thanks Folks, for all the great advice. I think I'll start with some Tite Group and go from there. What's everyone's opinion on the new Ruger bolt? I want one for Christmas but I'll be keeping my...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-07-2011, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,063
Re: Best clean burning .357 mag powder
Thanks for replying! I'll be using moderate loads w/jacketed bullets in my lever action Marlin. When I'm able to snag one of the new Ruger bolt's that just came out I'll try some lasercast simply...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-07-2011, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,063
Best clean burning .357 mag powder
I'm currently using W231 for all my handgun use. I know this isn't really a magnum powder, so I'm looking for something that burns clean, is accurate & can be used in a handgun or carbine. Thanks for...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-12-2011, 09:36 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 989
Re: 380 ? 9mm
Ya'all made me think I'm going senile so I checked-Lee .38 dies-Part #90510/ .357 Part #90511. I do use a seperate crimp die-Dave
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-11-2011, 03:09 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 989
Re: 380 ? 9mm
Whoa! I load .38's w/.357 dies (Lee) all the time, apologies in advance if I'm reading this wrong-Dave
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-11-2011, 03:04 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 824
Re: What type of lube do you use on your press?
I use Tetra gun bolt grease on the ram of my Lee & Dillon's snake oil on the pivot points. I hit the ram with gun scrubber about every 500 rds. to get all the old crud off. I figure this is what...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
06-04-2011, 02:44 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 580
H & K P2000SK .40 cal
Anybody shot one? How is the recoil & accuracy? Can lead bullets be safely used in it ? Thanks for any info-Dave
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
05-01-2011, 12:25 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,675
Re: Does .45 GAP use ACP dies?
Thanks for all the good info Boris, I did'nt know about the recoil spring.I'm going back to the LGS Wednesday to get an idea on what 38's are going for-Thanks again-Dave
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-30-2011, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,675
Re: Does .45 GAP use ACP dies?
Thanks Boris! That did it-I'm stoked! The icing on the cake will be if I can find a O.D. green one-Thank's again everyone-Dave
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-29-2011, 12:47 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,675
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-29-2011, 10:58 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,675
Does .45 GAP use ACP dies?
Hi Folks, I'm curious about this. Does the GAP cartridge require it's own dies? I was walking by the bargain table at my LGS and they had a full box of Speer Lawman .45 GAP for $18.00 & they let me...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-31-2011, 09:48 AM
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Replies: 7
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Re: Hornady lead-Any good?
Thanks Folks for the info, I'm going to try them, probably using starting load data. I'll be shooting them out of my S&W mdl 624 Lew Horton special w/3" bbl. God Bless-Dave
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-31-2011, 07:32 AM
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Replies: 7
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Hornady lead-Any good?
Howdy Folks, My LGS has a 200 pk. of Hornady LSWC in .44cal for $26.00. I"m wanting to try my hand at loading some .44 specials. Are these good bullets? Are they hard & won't lead up the barrel?...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-26-2011, 02:51 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,825
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-26-2011, 11:17 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,825
Duplicating factory .45 acp
Hi Folks, What would be a good powder charge using Win 231 with a 230grn FMJ to equal Winchester white box? I recently bought a new Springer Mil-Spec & it's too stiff to cycle my light load 200grn...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
10-30-2010, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 555
Re: Help a buddy out,
Howdy Everyone, thanks so much for all the reply's. I'll try to answer ya'alls questions as best I can. My reloads were 63grn. Sierra solid points over 24.5 grns. of Varget. If you manually cycle...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
10-29-2010, 10:18 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 555
Help a buddy out,
Hi Folks, I'm wanting to help out a good friend of mine, he has a RRA AR15 that he bought used, a nice rifle....that jams a lot. The rounds don't make it up the ramp into the chamber & the bullets...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
10-28-2010, 06:18 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 24,354
Re: Cheapest AR-15 upper
Thanks for the link Helix, I've bookmarked it, possible Christmas present to myself-I'll probably go with the 16" bull. Howdy JLA, always good to hear from you. Later-Dave
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