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Post by Burnston on May 19, 2017 13:07:41 GMT -5
Thanks for the input. What Ruger/Colt grip did you buy that would fit your K-frame?
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Post by Burnston on May 18, 2017 13:21:48 GMT -5
I'd like some feedback on you T Grip users out there. I bought one for my S&W 21-4 and am getting mixed results. Because I love the stag grips, compliments of Mr. Grashorn, I've forced myself to get used to the T Grip, but when shooting the moderate recoil "Skeeter Load" I have noticed just a bit of play in it. This is an unfortunate side-effect when preparing for the follow-up, and happens regardless of how tightly the grips are secured. The photo is more a shout out to Grashorn than a point of reference. Any thoughts, similar experiences, or remedies?
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Post by Burnston on May 12, 2017 6:43:46 GMT -5
A whole lot of 44 magnum shooters including myself shoot 10 grs. of Unique using 240-250 gr. "Keith" style bullets with standard LP primers every day. Beyond that it's best to go to one of the slower burning powders, & there are many out there that will work fine in your trusty Blackhawk without sudden pressure spikes. Dick Am I to understand you do not mix magnum primers with your Unique recipes?
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Post by Burnston on May 11, 2017 21:58:56 GMT -5
They did. The round was satisfactory, if a little underpowered for larger game, but they were consistent in recoil and accuracy with a three inch group at 50 yards, which for me is a noteworthy accomplishment.
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Post by Burnston on May 11, 2017 21:47:38 GMT -5
I recently put 9gr of Unique under a 240grn "Elmer" bullet in hopes of finding a medium level .44 magnum round. I know Unique is not the best magnum powder, but for the time being it's what I've got. As you'll see in the accompanying pictures, I came across some unusual effects. Picture I: The dozen rounds I put through (Using a Ruger Super Blackhawk) exhibited flattened primers (cci magnums) that appear as though they had a wire brush taken to them. Picture II: My cases seem to have imprinted on my loading gate. Perhaps this had happened at some time in the past and I did not notice. However, not that I have noticed it I wonder if it is cause for concern. Being new to reloading, I am unfamiliar with what might be causing these effects, and whether or not this is a problem. I'd like some input on the above issues before I blow up by pistol. Thanks in advance.
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Post by Burnston on May 10, 2017 12:11:56 GMT -5
I appreciate the big turnout for this thread. Thanks for all the help, especially to Fermin Garza (2 Dogs). Ya'll are extra mile kind of folks.
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Post by Burnston on May 5, 2017 10:22:48 GMT -5
Good morning, I have in my possession an Old Model Ruger Blackhawk in .30 carbine. It is an heirloom, so it will never be sold or traded. Because of the shape it is in, (a slightly corroded forcing cone, difficulty in ejecting spent shells, slight surface rust, slight bore pitting,) I am considering two options.
A. Have the thing professionally overhauled, for which I would need a recommendation from one of you fine pistoleros B. Have it professionally converted to .38/.357, since the .30 carbine is expensive to shoot and not the most common round
I acknowledge the existence of literature regarding pressure difference and the risk one runs with such a conversion. However, after reading Skeeter's writings on converting old .357s to .44 special I am willing to consider a few more opinions on the issue of .30 to .38/357 conversion. Actual experience on either of the above two options would be even better. My sincerest thanks in advance for any guidance provided.
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Post by Burnston on Apr 18, 2017 21:12:39 GMT -5
I've recently begun reloading for my 1895 Marlin "Cowboy" 45-70. Since I bought it used, I do not know the bore and I would like to know if any of the rest of you have experience reloading with this particular rifle. Do I used .458 or .459?
While I'm on the topic, does anyone have a line on custom levers for Marlin? I'm looking for a "hunter" style that I can operate with a gloved hand, and Mule Man seems to be temporarily unavailable. I'd even be interested in any of you who have experience making your own. Thanks in advanced.
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Post by Burnston on Feb 12, 2017 0:19:10 GMT -5
Leading; sorry, new to the game.
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Post by Burnston on Feb 11, 2017 21:48:59 GMT -5
Thanks for your input. I appreciate it.
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Post by Burnston on Feb 11, 2017 20:45:36 GMT -5
Does that go for .44 spec. as well? My 240grn Kieths over 7.5 unique is causing a bit more fouling than I'm comfortable with.
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Post by Burnston on Feb 11, 2017 19:58:09 GMT -5
Thanks for the suggestion. Do you use a gas check for that load?
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Post by Burnston on Feb 11, 2017 19:57:16 GMT -5
I've been shooting a 240grn Keith Style SWC over 7.5grns of Unique, and a 180grn cowboy cast over 6.5grns Unique out of a s&w model 21 & Colt SAA, both .44 special. I'm having major fouling in both barrels and I'm wondering if anyone who's used similar loads has seen any decrease in performance when using gas checks. Never having employed their use, I am a little unfamiliar with the process. Thanks in advance.
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Post by Burnston on Feb 10, 2017 12:18:11 GMT -5
Thanks. It's my pride and joy, in spite of what my mentor told me.
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Post by Burnston on Feb 10, 2017 12:16:54 GMT -5
I've been shooting a lot of .44 special lately with a 240grn "Elmer" boolit over 7.5grns of Unique, which I believe was Skelton's "pet load." I would like to replicate this round in .45 Colt using a 255grn Elmer bullet. I would prefer to remain in my Unique comfort zone, but would be willing to open my mind a smidge if absolutely necessary. Any suggestions?
Side note- Somewhere along the way Skeeter mentioned a good larger North American game .44 spec round that was a bit more potent than the above mentioned load but I've been unable to locate it. Does anyone have that info, and is it a safe round to shoot through modern Smiths? Lastly, is the 240, 7.5grn load safe to shoot in 3rd gen Colt single actions? Thanks in advance.
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