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    Went to range with two.. came home with three

    So I went to the range to shoot 150 rounds of 44 special to get my brass for my skeeter loads and to test 100 of my 38 wadcutter hand loads ( everything went great ) and on the way out the door of course I had to peek at the pre owned counter. 3 wheelguns. A hand ejector smith for a thou, a...
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    Should I lube before sizing these?

    Just did my first batch of powdercoated 240SWC bullets and have a Lee sizing die kit coming today. Comes with the Lee factory lube. Should I tumble these in a bowl with a couple drops first? New die and all.. was thinking might be good idea? Your thoughts gentlemen…
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    Let’s talk vintage reloading presses

    So I have a new Lyman ideal C press that cost about 140.00. I’m very happy with it. At the moment I’m only reloading 38 special, I am going to reload 44 special as well and I’m kind of thinking about a seperate press just for 44. I don’t need to do this I just want to :). I was strolling eBay...
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    Let’s talk die maintenance

    So I bought my first dies, both pre owned RCBS. They looked great like not used very much. No boogers on the lock nuts.. stuff like that. Using them I’ve seen some inconsistencies at times. Took the seating die apart and there was brass Schmuttz in there and after cleaning it worked perfect! I...
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    I shot my 624 and my first had loads of 38 special

    So some might have seen I got a new unfired 624 and I got to put 50 through it tonight. So much fun. Freedom munitions 240 RNFP target ammo was used I got from LAX. Easy shooting, good amount of snap but very pleasant. Also got to shoot my very first reloads, 38 special wadcutters. All went...
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    They all went BANG!!

    So I’m new to the reloading world and as many of you know I asked for a mentor and our own dear Charlie98 stepped up and took on the challenge of helping me ( of which I am VERY grateful). So I went down the street from me and we loaded 10 on his equipment and 10 on mine. I needed some other...
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    PPC revolvers

    Let’s talk PPC guns. I was in my local gun shop recently and they had a really cool 4 inch model 10-6/8? Bull barrel, bo mar rib, action job, bobbed hammer etc with and fantastic trigger for 995.00 on consignment. I played with it and thought “no one’s gonna buy that anytime soon, I’ll come...
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    Ordered my first Barranti holster

    So I’ve been a Kramer man exclusively but this last one for the Trr8 was a little sub par from the normal quality they put out. Wait time was waaay longer than it should have been ( which is fine) but when you go way over you expect “the best”. I’ve always admired Doc’s work, well I just ordered...
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    Where can I look for primers?

    What online stores would you recommend I look for small and large primers? I’m seeing a LOT of scam sites out there. I’m new and actually have only one book so far lol but I want to get on any and all wait lists I can be on for primers. I’ve got 1000 rounds+ of once fired 38 brass and I’ve got...
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    The pinnacle of my collection has come home !

    Here she is. A brand new unfired as best we can tell model 624 smith and Wesson N frame. Bought from one of my best pals and he scored a rare houge king wood grip for it and I’m absolutely in love with it. I think this gun is going to kick off my reloading ambitions. Hit all the local stores...
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    Who had a reloading mentor and I’m looking for one local

    So I’m getting a 624 smith and Wesson 44 special and I think this is the gun that’s going to push me into reloading. I’ve always thought about getting in, just haven’t pulled the trigger. I’m in the process of getting all my equipment. I had a dear friend that was a master gunsmith and reloader...
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    Best 44 special for self defense?

    The 38 SD thread got me thinking about off the shelf carry ammo for my 624 that I’m getting soon and I was looking at BB or underwood 200gr hard cast wadcuttters cookin around 970-1000fps. I think those would be good option. Id like to get into reloading and make my own someday. I’m super...
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    Boone trading company

    The Trr8 got some new shoes. Boone trading co. Simulated ivory round to square conversion stocks. I’m thrilled! They feel great! Going to look killer in my Kramer black horsehide OWB scabbard that’s being made. I think George Patton would approve :)
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    First outing with the new Trr8

    So took the new Trr8 out for shakedown run. Every round went bang, no suprizes, had a ball. Gun will do its part if you do yours. Had to make a click or two on the sights but that’s expected. All rounds are LAX 38 special FMJ ( don’t remember if new or reman) full size target was 7 yards DA and...
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    My buddy and I had a family reunion

    So my buddy came over and picked up 4 wheelguns from me and I got one from him. Here’s the family photos. A mix of big brands, 2,3,4,5 inch barrels represented. Had a ball and next time we get to go shoot some of them!
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    Check out my new custom grip

    So I wanted a stripe cap Houge grip for my king cobra but they don’t make it. I emailed Houge and asked “are you sure they don’t offer it? Cause it’s available for all the other models”! The man replied we can do it for you…. I said wonderful. Let’s do it. Well 2 months later here it is...
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    Let’s see your 8 shooters!

    So my buddy got an R8 then the pug nose, now he found me a Trr8! He just picked up the Tr today and hopefully I can pick it up soon. Let’s see your 8 shooters! And holsters if you have em. I want to carry the Trr8. I believe Kramer makes leather for the R8 platform
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    Who could do a DLC coating for me

    I’m thinking about having my 3 inch king cobra DLC coated. I’m having a custom grip made for it and I think black would set it off. No idea who I could send it to. Any thoughts?
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    Price check on Rossi M711 please

    So I know where a new in box 90’s Rossi M 711 is located. It’s for sale. Rubber grips SS finish. Unfluted cyl. Looks 4-5 inch barrel. What’s a fair price to offer the guy? Box papers etc. all there. I do not know much about the Rossi guns
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    Smith and Wesson sight picture question

    686 no dash 4 inch revolver, is it normal to see some of the stainless serrated ramp when you look at the sight picture? This gun has an aftermarket rear blade that looks stock but has night sights in it. I’m going to replace it but just curious do you only see the front insert typically or...
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