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    44 Special hand load.

    I  I have a problem with the base pin a my SA revolver. The area adjacent to the knurled end, the part that is grasped with the thumb and index finger, becomes abraided after hundreds of rounds fired. So rough I am unable to remove the base pin. It requires disassembly of the portion that...
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    What diameter bullet for .38 Special?

    I've started loading .38 Special again after a long time off. I don't remember having this problem. I've noticed that my reloads using .358 diameter bullets they don't slide smoothly into the chambers. These are lead cast and polymer coated. When I run my fnger along the case I can feel where...
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    To chamfer or not?

    Okay, so I'll be the first to admit I'm over thinking this. I'm loading straight walled pistol brass. 38 and 44 Special. Coated cast lead bullets. I'm meticulous with my approach to reloading. I'm sure that I'm belling the case mouth appropriately. I align bullet in the case mouth carefully...
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    Singleaction hammer versus clothing

    Okay, so I have an unusual question. As of late I have taken a shine to the singleaction revolver. It is carried frequently, sometimes in a holster on a waist belt. When in public my rig is covered by a garment, shirt or jacket. It's heavy, but comfortable. The holster is a Threeperson style, it...
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    Oregon Trail Bullets

    I know Oregon Trail Bullets has stellar reputation for a quality product. I was viewing their website and noticed they do not offer coated bullets. Why?
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    Appropriate Brinell

    I'm using a 44 Special. My reloads consist of a .430 dia coated 240 grs, SWC cast bullets with 6.0 grs or 6.5 grs of Unique. These loads are pleasant to shoot and accurate. Mostly used for plinking and target shooting. I believe the Brinell # is 16 or 17. Not sure what the mv is, but I would...
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    shotgun storage

    I'm new to o/u shotguns. What is the best method for storage? In two pieces or fully assembled? Barrel/ forearm and reciever/stock, this way the hammer springs and top lever spring are at rest. All shotgun cases I have seen are constructed with two sections for the shotgun broken down for...
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    Beretta Silver Snipe

    I would like to know what THR members opinions are the Beretta Silver Snipe. I have an interest in acquiring a shotgun forhunting Dove, Quail and some Trap shooting. The only shotgun I have previously owned was a 870 Trap grade in 12 gauge. I did pretty well on the Trapshooting range. The...
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