pete
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Post by pete on Jan 17, 2023 17:04:24 GMT -5
This is the first "new, improved" firearm related product to get my interest in years. It would be sweet in a nice, trim, falling block single shot like a High Wall, only trimmer. I'm watching with interest, but I'm thinking it would be a perfect fit in a slim, trim, Husqvarna bolt action single shot I own. The 30-30 barrel is dark and rough, and I haven't shot it. Looks like I need to get on the stick and see how it shoots. Might be a candidate for a rebore if it will clean up the chamber
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cdf41
.30 Stingray
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Post by cdf41 on Jan 17, 2023 21:26:34 GMT -5
I'm glad to see a new rimmed cartridge, should fit well into a BFR also. I'm being drawn to 35s or 9.3mms for some reason.
My Remington 141 35 Remington may need another 35 to keep it company ha ha!
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Post by lar4570 on Jan 21, 2023 9:41:08 GMT -5
I found a cartridge drawing:
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cdf41
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Post by cdf41 on Feb 13, 2023 19:47:15 GMT -5
Hoping CVA jumps on this with their Scout V2 rifle and pistol.
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Post by Encore64 on Feb 16, 2023 11:25:40 GMT -5
I noticed earlier this morning that Hausofarms has SSK Contender Barrels listed for the 360 Buckhammer.
Not in stock yet, but definitely shows intent...
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Post by zeus on Feb 16, 2023 11:39:59 GMT -5
Hoping CVA jumps on this with their Scout V2 rifle and pistol. I just got one of those in the other day. I was impressed. Shoulders/points well and I was shocked at just how nice the trigger was. Truly tough to bear for the price.
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Post by hampton on Feb 16, 2023 18:05:53 GMT -5
Lever action aficionados may welcome the 360 BH - and this cartridge will find favor with those who reside in states where case restrictions apply. Not everyone likes shooting ARs. You can bet your boots Henry will not be the only game in town. Being somewhat emotionally attached to single-shots; this round should work well in the Encore. SSK has the reamer and I've got a barrel on order. I'll be taking this on a couple of hunts later this year and I'm anxious to see how it performs in the field. I normally yawn and often fall asleep when I hear a new cartridge is being introduced -- but this one gets my attention for some reason.
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Post by Encore64 on Feb 16, 2023 18:13:37 GMT -5
It'll be available in SSK Contender Barrels too. It should be extremely efficient in abbreviated barrels.
Though loaded to higher pressures, it'll be a ballistic twin to the old 357 Herrett.
It's .05" longer and straight walled. Granted, we do have some excellent powders available today...
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randyb
.240 Incinerator
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Post by randyb on Feb 19, 2023 11:10:51 GMT -5
I shot the Buckhammer at SHOT Show Range Day this year. Henry is building the rifles.
They had two rifles set up with optics and the round hammered steel at 100 yards with no problem. Recoil was minimal and fast follow up shots were easy.
MV w/200gr is right at 2200FPS...compare that to 35 Rem w/200gr bullet at 2100FPS. So a pretty close competitor to the 35 in a ready to access platform with the Henry lever guns.
I was really impressed with how easy & comfortable it was to shoot. I think for those with straight-wall restrictions it will likely be very popular.
Just my .02
I believe the folks at Henry said there will be a big rollout at NRA show this year.
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jeffh
.375 Atomic
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Post by jeffh on Feb 19, 2023 11:58:21 GMT -5
It'll be available in SSK Contender Barrels too. It should be extremely efficient in abbreviated barrels. Though loaded to higher pressures, it'll be a ballistic twin to the old 357 Herrett. It's .05" longer and straight walled. Granted, we do have some excellent powders available today...
So, CONTENDER barrels, or are these on their G2-ONLY list? I looked a week or so ago and didn't see anything on it. If it's OK on a Contender (THE Contender), I'd be more tempted.
The 360 BH is supposed to be a 50kpsi cartridge and I haven't found another cartridge with that base diameter at comparable pressure. Everything else is listed in CUP.
I DO NOT mean to open debate with or to offend anyone regarding who shoots what in their Contender and gets away with it. I have not done the extensive experimentation others have and am most comfortable with the lower-pressure rounds, like the 30-30, or higher-pressure rounds with the 223 case head. BUT, if MGM doesn't restrict this to the G2-ONLY group they sell, I'm looking at it even more closely. Not that I NEED it (I have a 357 Max), but it is kinda cool and aligns with my 35-cal fixation.
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Post by Encore64 on Feb 19, 2023 12:18:37 GMT -5
It'll be fine in a Contender. We had 225 Winchesters and 375 Winchesters that all worked fine for decades.
The 375 Winchester operates at 55k PSI and has the same size case head. It was a factory offering and I never heard of any issues with it.
People get silly over Contenders. Too much BS put out there over the years. Propaganda intended to sell wildcats by the barrel makers.
It's funny how once a cliche is out there, it becomes fact...
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jeffh
.375 Atomic
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Post by jeffh on Feb 19, 2023 13:49:02 GMT -5
Thank you!
I thought I remembered the 375W, but wasn't sure. Been thinking about a "goof-off gun" in 38-55 or 375W, with regular sights - no optic.
This could possibly fill that role and I wouldn't have to buy any new moulds. I have 148, 158, 170, 180, 190 and 200 grain 35 cal moulds. A fella ought to be able to entertain himself a bit with the 190 and 200 easily enough.
Incidentally, or COincidenatlly, I had to go to town today, so while in WM, I checked the ammo counter - FULL UP, and the cartridge there was more of than anything else was the 350L. I honestly do not know anyone who has one, but I don't get out much. Is it selling that well, or is it NOT selling well? Not sure why there was so much more of that than anything else - at least four different loads and priced at about $30/20 across the board.
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Post by Encore64 on Feb 19, 2023 13:54:32 GMT -5
The 350 Legend is enormously popular.
It's another "Stolen" Cartridge. We just don't know how it was stolen, who stole it or who it was stolen from. But, it was definitely stolen. 🥱
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jeffh
.375 Atomic
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Post by jeffh on Feb 19, 2023 14:09:06 GMT -5
Yeah, I ain't touchin' THAT one! I've avoided that thread too. I have strong opinions about that which would offend someone, if not several, so I keep my mouth shut.
I may ask the next time I go into Rural King. That's the only place within an hour to buy a gun, really, and one of the counter-guys might be able to say how well it has taken off here. I'm sticking to my original rationale of "who wouldn't love a 357 Max in an AR??" Or a bolt-gun, of course. Good idea, in spite of clumsy initiation, regardless of who has a legitimate claim to the birthing of it. Just not MY cup-'o-tea.
Being much more of a lever/single-shot guy, I'm much more prone to latch onto this new one.
MAYBE.
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Post by Encore64 on Feb 19, 2023 14:13:47 GMT -5
I'm very excited about the 360 Buckhammer. Also a Single Shot Rifle Fan.
But, I think it'll be great in Contenders, Lever Guns and I bet we'll see a BFR so chambered.
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