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Post by potatojudge on Dec 30, 2022 12:51:57 GMT -5
Probably the best you could do would be have them uniformed and round.
Taylor throating might be a consideration for a gun like this.
I doubt accuracy would be problematic assuming everything else is in spec, even with factory type ammunition.
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 30, 2022 2:01:59 GMT -5
I’ve started loading my M77 in 7x57 with 6.5 StaBall powder using 7-08 data
It’s nice to have a rifle powder meter so well
Accuracy has been excellent with 160 partitions. Haven’t chronographed it.
I picked up 8lbs when that’s all that was available and glad I did.
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 30, 2022 1:53:46 GMT -5
I’d take it in a pump action
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 29, 2022 11:42:23 GMT -5
I still haven't felt a Ruger action as nice as a Smith, so for mild/mid range load the N frame gets my vote.
Not really what you asked, but the 45 ACP version is efficient, allows for much cheaper ammo, uses moon clips (or 45 AR cases) and can be hand loaded to match mid-range 45 Colt. I think it's the best of all worlds if you don't need the strength of a Ruger. If you don't hand load, there are commercial hot loads for the ACP that would fill the role.
Hopefully someone with more knowledge can chime in if the ACP version of the model 25 had better or similar dimensions to the 45 Colt versions.
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 28, 2022 11:51:54 GMT -5
bergerbullets.com/twist-rate-calculator/This gives a good ballpark for stability. All copper bullets are another story, and require a faster twist than their bimetal counterparts. I'd recommend the 168 Berger hunters for this rifle.
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 27, 2022 23:02:40 GMT -5
That's a clean looking rifle.
9 twist will for certain stabilize bullets in the 160 class. I think my factory M48 in 28 Nosler is a 9 twist and the standard load for the 28 is a 175 grain bullet, apples to oranges a bit but 9 does not top out at 140 in any rifle AFAIK.
I had put rifles away also until I got a Montana in 7-08. Who says we can't hunt with them all? No shame in getting another in a better deer caliber.
Dies for the 7-08 AI aren't a problem, but inexpensive ones are. New they're $150 for non bushing dies, $220 for bushing dies. Custom cut Whidden dies are $200ish. Don't find them used often.
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 27, 2022 20:18:50 GMT -5
I don't see a reason to get rid of it at all. Not saying the AI version gains you much- it does very little in the 308 family of cases- but even if you just load to 7-08 data you've got a great gun. Is the magazine box length standard short action or extended? Is it throated for mag length rounds? That 9 twist should be perfect for 160-175 grain bullets, like the excellent 168 Berger VLD (or VLD hunter), but you could get some 120 ballistic tips to some impressive RPMs which isn't a bad thing deer hunting.
RL17 usually gives top velocity in the 7-08 I you can find some, and with that barrel length in an AI the gun is built for max velocity.
If you've already got the dies and if the gun feeds well, there is no real downside to having the AI version of a great round.
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 26, 2022 13:16:59 GMT -5
Are you looking for a common load between a pistol and rifle?
If not, has anyone tried lil gun in a 500 rifle?
Are you looking to use top end loads?
I agree with the above barrel length thoughts. You don't really need length for performance, but how it points and swings will be effected. I think most drillings are around 20-22 inches (which are probably similar- two thin shotgun plus one thin rifle barrel=two slightly thicker rifle barrels, or near enough including the extra solder).
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 25, 2022 11:04:31 GMT -5
If you're carrying a J frame or SP101, I think the 32 H&R or 327 is probably the better option vs the 38 caliber options since you jump from 5 shooter to a 6 shooter
The Colt Agent is a welcome step up from the J frame with 6 shots of 38
If carrying K frame, 6 shot 357
If L frame, 7 shot 357
N frame/Redhawk then 8 shot 357
When size isn't a concern, the 627 or 327 N frame 8 shot has the advantages of good sights, a superior trigger, and capacity.
Seems that most rounds are pretty equivalent fight stoppers, so you're better off giving yourself whatever capacity advantage is available and finding the best performing bullet for your chosen platform.
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 25, 2022 10:53:38 GMT -5
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 25, 2022 10:43:58 GMT -5
I can’t stop myself from cleaning primer pockets with primer pocket uniformers lol. I don’t shoot enough rifle to “power up” so it’s all hand deburring. I’ve often wondered how trimming revolver cases to the same length would impact crimp consistency but haven’t gone there yet, just a little light deburring of the inside case mouths. I do like to tumble until my cases are very shiny. Loading 357 with mixed cases, I found myself at, above, and below the crimp groove trying to seat bullets to the same OAL. Sort by brand or length, or trim to length if you want a consistent crimp where it belongs in the crimp groove.
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 18, 2022 10:27:24 GMT -5
Somebody has posted on here a Single Six stretch frame 357 Max. That'd have to be your base gun.
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 17, 2022 18:39:02 GMT -5
Do you have a drill press?
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 15, 2022 18:38:00 GMT -5
Lar, if I can get that roll crimp and 100 primed cases (also from the website) for $60 I'd be well on my way to loaded rounds without a lot of hassle.
I'm so behind on shotshell reloading, I'm going to have to find out what brass height works best for my application.
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Post by potatojudge on Dec 15, 2022 14:59:40 GMT -5
A quick purchase of snap caps would be a good investment as well, keeping those springs loaded doesn’t help but neither does dry firing them help the FP’s. 16/7x65r is a great combination ive got one in a Merkel and it shoots slugs well also. You might try RST shells, and see if they can do the job or point you in a direction. I use them for my vintage hammer guns and 16ga specialty ammunition Trapr I had the same thought when I started buying these and get snap caps for everything. Merkel are very nice, and I’d own one in a heartbeat if I found the right deal. Will look into RST. Loading the rifle rounds has been no problem and 16 ga shot is easy. It’s turning the drillings into triple rifles for this mountain lion trolling the ranch that’s been a little more difficult.
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