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Post by Burnston on Jan 2, 2018 10:59:49 GMT -5
I'd like to see a good friend of mine, and this forum, spend a little more time on his own shooting aspirations and projects, (not to mention any names 2 Dogs) and a little less time cleaning up the messes of guys like me who are still in the early learning phases. I'd also like to find a way to express gratitude to him and all you other veteran shooters who carry guys like us when we create more problems for ourselves than solutions. Looking forwards to creating more solutions than problems this year.
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Post by Burnston on Dec 28, 2017 12:45:01 GMT -5
Very enjoyable read; thanks for that. Was this your first handgun kill? 2012 was the first, or should I say, the year of firsts- First time hunting in nearly 20 years. First handgun hunt. First day of the season. First deer I saw after a 10-hour sit. 130-class 9-point. First shot, down and out. Dragged it out in the dark with a ruck and treestand strapped to my back and the coyotes yipping and swirling just out of range of my rapidly fading headlamp. But that's another story... That sounds like another one worth hearing.
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Post by Burnston on Dec 28, 2017 10:18:40 GMT -5
Very enjoyable read; thanks for that. Was this your first handgun kill?
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Post by Burnston on Dec 27, 2017 14:23:31 GMT -5
Shot 20 test rounds of 15.5gr of Unique under a 300gr lead RNFP from Missouri bullet company out of my Marlin CB Jm 45-70. The aftermarket sights are courtesy of Skinner sights out of St. Ignatius Montana. Though pleasant enough to shoot, I was unhappy with the grouping at 70 yards. I have some adjustments to make at the press. To make myself feel better I rounded out the afternoon with my Harton Colt .44spl shooting .433' 240gr SWC over 6.8gr of Unique. This got my ego back in good standing.
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Post by Burnston on Dec 21, 2017 14:32:43 GMT -5
The gun shown is 125th Anniversary Model, nothing to do with states. Have you shot it? Indeed, however the states models feature the exact same finishing touches, including the gold grip-frame, base pin, and casehardened hammer. As this is a visual representation, this photo suits our purposes. I have fired it, and have experienced wide and unpredictable groups at as close as 20 yards using factory ammunition.
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Post by Burnston on Dec 20, 2017 15:07:47 GMT -5
Probably better off sending it to one of the recognized skilled gunsmiths that are talked about on this forum. That was my first instinct, but was then told by a well reputed forum member that it would be more economical to start from the ground up on a new revolver than do the work this project might require.
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Post by Burnston on Dec 20, 2017 13:38:32 GMT -5
No doubt many of you recognize this pistol. It was a commemorative run, back in the 70s I believe, that was made for each state. I was recently given one by my grandmother previously owned by my grandfather. He shot it, but never used it extensively, so it has been in the safe for almost thirty years, with monthly cleanings. Many of these came from the factory in very rough shape, including mine. The barrel appears to have been over-torqued and there is a bulge in the barrel, only apparent when slugging the barrel, and the front sight leans slightly to the left as a result (no, the sight has not been bent.) The cylinder throats are also different sizes. Colt customer service has agreed to look at the pistol but stated that the most they could probably do is replace the barrel, if that. Those of you who have dealt with Colt Customer Service before, perhaps you can tell me what I should expect, and if I should even bother sending the pistol in to be examined.
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Post by Burnston on Dec 18, 2017 0:00:45 GMT -5
This is an excerpt from David Truby's article in 2011- “If it shoots, it’s welcome in the Revolution,” Emiliano Zapata told an old man who offered a crude, homemade shotgun to the Chief in 1913. As reported by Literary Digest in 1912, “Zapata creates a faithful follower by handing him a rifle and shells.......”
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Post by Burnston on Dec 17, 2017 23:45:28 GMT -5
JT, I’m guessing you are referring to Paco Kelly. I was going to suggest to Ben he do a search as Paco most likely has his 45-70s loads written up not only in his books but the net as well. Thanks Fermin, I'll take a gander.
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Post by Burnston on Dec 16, 2017 13:42:02 GMT -5
I bet the logistics of ammunition was a pain in the arse. I've done almost no research on this particular episode. You've got my interest up on it. I was wondering the same thing. Some of those Savage calibers would have been a pain to track down. Though I did read that some of those were produced in 30-30, which was a big hit down south of the border, and relatively easy to find.
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Post by Burnston on Dec 16, 2017 13:14:14 GMT -5
MY FRIEND WHO IS AN EXPERT ON CAST BULLETS AND THE .45-70 USED THIS LOAD FOR A LONG TIME. HE SAYS THE MV IS ABLUT 1400 FPS. HE SHOT IT SO MUCH HE HAD TO REPLACE THE BARREL AFTER 30,000 ROUNDS AS IT BURNED A RING IN HIS BARREL AT THE END OF THE CASE MOUTH. Thanks for the input, Mr. Taffin. Are you citing the burning of his barrel to express the load's popularity, or are you cautioning on it's use because of what it did to your friend's rifle?
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Post by Burnston on Dec 16, 2017 9:07:52 GMT -5
Good morning all,
I've been experimenting with my Marlin CB 45-70. One such experiment has lead me to trying 15gr of Unique under a 300gr Buffalo #3 from Missouri Bullet Company with a tissue filler and a large rifle primer. I read of this load somewhere on another forum a few months back.
I realize that this is not the most practical combination. The purpose of underloading this cartridge is to give my wife something to shoot out of the only rifle she seems to love. I call that a victory, so I do not ask further questions.
The cartridge is pleasant to shoot and is very accurate within reason, (no farther than 100 yards.) However, I do not have a chronograph and I've yet to use this recipe in the field, nor do I have enough experience with loads not in the manual to know if this is safe to shoot at medium size game. I'd like your opinions on whether or not it is responsible to attempt taking whitetail with it so that my wife has something to use. DISCLAIMER: I understand that there are better options out there for her as far as rifles and cartridges are concerned, but this is what she wants to use, and I am just glad to have her interested in the first place, as I am sure some of you can understand. Thanks in advance for your contribution.
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Post by Burnston on Dec 15, 2017 14:05:49 GMT -5
One of the perks of teaching high school is the freedom to zero on content that I personally find interesting. That being said, my classes and I have been conducting some research on the Mexican Revolution of 1910. It is amazing to me how the most seemingly random firearms showed up, and continue to come out of Mexico. The first picture is of Colonel Carman Amelia Robles. I cannot identify the handgun with certainty but wonder if it is of a Merwin & Hulbert origin. The second photo is of the Sanchez Rebels, one of whom is armed with a Colt Lightening carbine and another holds a Savage 99, of all things. As we continued researching, one of my students recognized a man and woman donning S&W No.3s- That kid passes, no matter what he does the rest of the year. Another one came across a fellow armed with a Winchester 1895; not nearly as surprising, but still a very interesting find. Its fascinating how the world of firearms is so much wider than the typical (but still fantastic) 1892 Winchester/1873 Colt world that the old Hollywood movies paint.
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Post by Burnston on Dec 14, 2017 12:09:23 GMT -5
You may find that Mike wont do the holster without the Bar-T brand on it. Ask him. Thanks Snappy; beautiful rig. I'll check out the other post too. Thanks for the suggestion. I did ask Mr. Barranti and he is willing to construct it without the brand, or even with a brand of my choosing. He seems like an easy fellow to do business with. Thanks for the input.
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Post by Burnston on Dec 12, 2017 21:09:14 GMT -5
I am working on taking the plunge and ordering my first Barranti rig for my Harton Colt. I am leaning towards the Bar T rig (without the Bar-T brand in the middle) but as you all know, photos and angles are very limited on the website. If anyone owns this rig, even with the Bar T brand in it, I'd like to see it at some angles that the website doesn't offer, maybe wrapped around your favorite sixgun. Thanks to anyone who can provide some insight.
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