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Post by kaytod on Dec 30, 2023 11:58:31 GMT -5
Congratulations Big Bore!
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Post by kaytod on Dec 24, 2023 1:28:06 GMT -5
Ruger wish list. Well not a revolver but I'd like to see them make the Marlin 1894 Cowboy limited again with the 20" octagon barrel and full magazine tube with a trim walnut stock that doesn't need to be enrolled in Jenny Craig. The best kicker would be if they chambered it in 480 Ruger. If so, I'd take two to start.
Lipseys little flattop Bisleys in 44 Spl has really been my favorite of late. Just a neat little gun. Like to see them in blued and stainless in the 45 colt/ 45 ACP convertible. Possibly in 32-20 and 327 federal convertible as well.
Lipseys second ones are the 5 shot 454 and 480 Rugers. Just a few little tweaks. Make the cylinders a bit longer 1.8" so the 454's fit a bit better with heavy bullets. However the biggest request is both calibers to have proper chambers and throats. Most I've measured were quite a bit oversized.
If they really wanted to stir the pot, the Single Six in 38 spl six shot would be dandy. The cylinder is roughly the same size as a S&W 19 already and the centerfire versions exist already in 32 H&R and 327 Fed.
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Post by kaytod on Dec 21, 2023 10:29:11 GMT -5
Friends all, I've been a big fan of the 338 Winchester Mag for many years. There is a long story behind that, but I'll skip all that for now.
On my first elk hunt in Wyoming, I brought with me, 2, 338 Winchesters, both in Ruger 77 MKII. One stainless and the back up in blued. My friend that invited me along, carried a Sako TRG-S in 338 Lapua. He's a great guy and a gadget and optic nut. So, his rifle had a magazine from the TRG-42, carrying double the rounds or more. ( I cannot remember the round count ) and a giant Zeiss scope with a 56mm objective lens.
My laminated Ruger was a bit over 10 pounds, with scope, sling and rounds. His was somewhere north of 15 pounds. Now, for the other aspect. My friend didn't get around very well. He had some mobility issues combined with a sedentary lifestyle, left him completely worn out trying to pack this rifle around the mountains. In our return trip, I introduced him ot the Weatherby Ultralight in 338-06. He didn't want to give up all the power, but with 210 grain bullets in the 338-06, rather than the 250'sin the Lapua, his trajectories at hunting ranges was very similar. So, he bit and got a 338-06. With a 2-8 or 3-9 compact scope, sling and magazine full, it tipped the scales right at 8 pounds. He then went on to kill his first elk after many years of hunting.
I was dissapointed when Weatherby killed the 338-06 in the ultralight. However, when they brought out the 6.5 RPM, I wrote them to see if they'd make a 338 version to replace the now defunct 338-06. I was delighted when they did. It gives them a near 338 Winchester equivelant in their small action and in an ultra light variation that has a good lentht of barrel. Yes, they are spendy, but not more so than an Ultra Light Arms.
So, if you really want a light rifle that is for trekking in the high country, ( especially if you are a flatlander like me ) The 338 RPM in their light rifle is about the most horsepower per pound you can get, that has good range and bullets.
Now that my wife has had some mobility issues, I plan to put the one of the 338 RPM Weatherby in the barn in exchange for her favorite 338 Win mag.
Just my .02
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Post by kaytod on Dec 17, 2023 13:25:20 GMT -5
Asking you to drop my name in the hat, please. Thank you.
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Post by kaytod on Dec 2, 2023 15:26:07 GMT -5
Friends all. The question of the strength of the S&W 25, as mentioned above, can be answered pretty well by John Linebaugh's article. However the question of the limits on the Ruger New Vaquero or Mid-frame flat top guns, might be addressed this way.
The Ruger Mid Frames are available in 45 ACP convertables. Therefore I find no reason to question 45 Colt loads at 21000 psi ( equal to the ACP ) in the this platform as the cylinders are the same, the diameter between the two cartridges are nominal. Most folks would never thing tiwce about shooting 45 ACP in said platforms. However, one states, like I just did, that I load the Colt to the same pressure, many folks marbles start rolling outta their pockets.
So back to the N frame Smith. It has been offered forever in 45 ACP, So I find it no different. It can eaisly be loaded to 21000 psi in the Colt platform and as John mentions, can exceed that by a good margin.
If your really look up what the Colt is capable of at 21000 psi, it handles most of what I really want to do. If I need more, there are other guns and calibers availiable.
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Post by kaytod on Nov 11, 2023 17:11:51 GMT -5
I would rather invest the money in a proper mold rather than modify a cylinder. If your new gun has throats that are .452-.453, I'd consider then nearly perfect. Just my .02
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Post by kaytod on Sept 4, 2023 14:04:03 GMT -5
I believe Kelly Brost, who was the former owner of Cast Performance, shot 525's at 1000 from his 4" guns. It is highly likely that it is attainable in a 3.5" tube as well. However, as noted above, recoil is brisk.
I have shot 468's at 750-1000 in 4" barrels. All loads were very controllable both in the Bisley and in the Redhawk.
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Post by kaytod on Apr 30, 2023 9:36:43 GMT -5
The concept of a removable grip frame like the single actions, is a great idea. As stated above, Ronnie Wells could make frames for them to fit the individual. This, of course, depends on the popularity of the revolver.
I really wish it was a bit more refined aesthetically with a bit more friendly price point, this would make if far more attractive. If these items could be addressed and additional calibers offered, it may help. Perhaps I'll get a chance to put my paws on one in the future to inspect firsthand. This will be better than me just guessing at this point.
Hopefully it will be a very reliable revolver with consistent quality and be a success for the company. I wish them well in their endeavor.
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Post by kaytod on Apr 10, 2023 15:06:29 GMT -5
Better Times,
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Post by kaytod on Mar 20, 2023 0:39:18 GMT -5
Yes, John has crossed the river. It is a sad day indeed.
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Post by kaytod on Aug 3, 2022 18:11:00 GMT -5
I had two. One in 41 magnum. It had the brake and the rifling included the brake. It was a true 4" ported barrel.
The second was in 44 Mag and the rifling was stopped and crowned before the brake section of barrel. So I would describe it as a 3" barrel with brake.
The 41 went down the road as I wasn't heavily invested in the 41. I kept the 44 as I have multiples. Eventually it came to live with my boy as he was needing a "farm and ranch" tool to save wear on his Linebaugh.
I preferred the little grips made for them by Hogue, to the factory "ribbed" versions. They were a bit smaller with a better shape for me than the factory
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Post by kaytod on Aug 3, 2022 17:58:35 GMT -5
....and just when all seems well, I get a phone call about a local 1050 for sale Well, now you'll have one for the 223/5.56 or 308 or.....
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Post by kaytod on Jul 28, 2022 17:51:28 GMT -5
Plat1, Showed the pics to my wife and she really liked the looks of it. As for me, I look at the grip frame and it reminds me of some of the Keith styles that he went thru and that others were working on. The hammer looks reminiscent of the TLA guns by Grover, ( I mentioned this on the Farcebook entry ) I suspect it is due to the small pointed gap/void between the hammer spur and the hammer body. The thumb area of the spur looks low and wide like a target style hammer. As for the rounded portions of the hammer/grip. As complex as they are, I cannot help but think of perhaps a Spanish influence in some artwork. The checkering on the complete top strap and rib is nicely done, to include the ramp on the front sight.
All in all, this seems well done and is quite unique and has a striking appearance. It certainly isn't ugly at all. Has anyone taken a look as some of the tactical leveraction guns lately? Those are definitely not my style. Yours is a really cool piece, hope it shoots well and you enjoy it.
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Post by kaytod on Jul 26, 2022 11:30:37 GMT -5
Given that the answer seems to be no, anyone with any 17 of any rifle flavor please fill 'er up. The closest I can say, is my boy has one, of which I've shot. I wasn't a fan of the 17's, having swallowed the b.s. and lore regarding them, that mouse farts blow the bullets feet off the target. So in an effort to relay my experience and subsequent love for them, here's as short as I can get. My brother-by-another-mother, got a Ruger American in 17 HMR heavy barrel. Upon shooting the little rifle, I found they were exceptionally accurate and such little recoil I could see the holes appear in the target. At 75 yards it was about 3/4" high for a 100 yard zero. And in a turn of events around the farm needed to dispatch a groundhog from burrowing under the barn. Bullet impact was 50 feet and didn't exit the skull, thus eliminating the burrowing vermin from further destruction. My boy, ( married and kids ) was also duly impressed by the HMR and went looking for one. Instead he came home with the 17 WSM. It is a SAVAGE in the light barreled plastic stocked base model. Shockingly, it was on par with the accuracy of the HMR. The cartridge has far more umph than the HMR with it's 20 grain bullet at 3000. It was immediately noticed on the small steel targets meant for rimfires. Don't shoot them up close as it will really leave a mark. I haven't used it on game, but my boy regularly uses it to dispatch vermin around his farm that cause havoc. He has used it on raccoon at distances out to 150-180 yards. It works pretty good. So, From what I've seen on various targets and what he's used it on for vermin leads me to believe the WSM doesn't quite, but almost doubles the distance on larger vermin such as big raccoons (with good shots) over the HMR. Now I've become a great fan of the 17's, feeling that the HMR and WSM would be great for folks using them for varmint control around your farm or ranch where buildings, livestock and equipment are present. The likelihood of a pass thru on solid hits are minimal saving collateral damage. The only thing I didn't like about his Savage rifle itself, is I felt the magazine was cheaply made and could be problematic. All in all I really like the WSM as it fills the niche between the HMR and the 17 Hornady Hornet. I really wish it was a bit more popular as I think it is quite useful and could even pick on coyotes at reasonable distances, which I don't think the HMR has enough to be effective on. I wish Ruger would still offer it, as their magazines are pretty solid, but in an American model as it may be a better price point than their 77/17 was. Wish I could help more, but that's my impressions.
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Post by kaytod on Apr 2, 2022 14:23:10 GMT -5
It has been years since I've been to John's seminar in Cody. At the time, it was a seminar with classroom time in the AM on a couple days with the remaining time at the range. I am fortunate to have met many wonderful folks there, who have now become lifelong friends. Not to mention John himself, who is a wealth of knowledge and wonderful friend as well.
When I first met John, it was on my very first elk hunt in Wyoming, when after tagging out, I call his number from the local gun store in Cody. He invited me to his home where we met and he graciously answered my questions and introduced me to his guns and gunsmithing skills. That was just the beginning. In our subsequent conversations, he had the idea of traveling to other areas to do a seminar. So, I approached our local gun club and became the host for John in Carthage Illinois. We had a seminar there with John for 10 years. Each day we would have a morning of classroom time and an afternoon of shooting, all was done at the range. With the help of many volunteers there was always a lunch offered, usually burgers, brats and other things from the grill, lots of sides and desserts by the help. Penetration testing was done and on occasion the charging bear target mad an appearance. Nighttime was in the parking lot of the local motel ( yep only one available ) with good cigars and adult beverages for those who wanted. Lots of stories shared. The last day culminated with a prime rib dinner at the local restaurant, which always did a fine job of serving up a good meal. The last two were after John's heart surgery. After his surgery, I think he needed to stay closer to home as it does take a toll on one. So the shoot has continued but is now the Memorial day shoot.
I have been the recipient of such good fortune to meet and be befriended by so many that I met. Including John himself. I don't think you would ever regret going to one of these shoots. Nor any shoot where folks just get together for the pleasure of shooting. No competitions, no money games, just burning powder, telling of life's experiences and learning from each other. You will be enriched.
Todd
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