Recent content by crowderdog

I have done this caliber conversion on several standard M98 actions. My favorite way to set up feeding for the 22-250 is to install a short action magazine kit. This kit consists of a back magazine spacer and a shortened spring and follower. Sometimes it has been necessary to replace the...

Yes, I did the same thing to my 1500.

I shoot 195 gr cast swc's over 8.5 gr of AA#2. Low recoil and super accurate through my .41 mag Blackhawk.

In my experience the factory 'out of box' rifles that I've worked on have had chambers that ranged from very well finished to extremely rough. There are a lot of factors that determine finish when a chamber is reamed. The solution I have come up with is to use very fine emery cloth in a slotted...

I think for an entry level AR these are hard to beat. In my experience new black rifle shooters should start simple and add components as the level of shooting prowess dictates. http://www.rguns.net/rifles/rifles-semiauto-ar15-complete-RGUNS-556-16Inch.shtml

I've had nice results with the Rifle Basix sear for the older Rugers. At about $40.00 its a good value and is very easy to install with the provided instructions.

Thanks for the replies. This reaffirms my initial inclination.

Does anyone here have insight on the alloy and heat treat process used in the manufacture of these rifles. I was presented with one today that has apparently been heated to some degree with a torch. The owner wishes to re-barrel this receiver. I am inclined to advise against doing so although...

I have a .41 mag and a .45 colt both 7 1/2" Bisleys. I have taken deer with both. I have a slight preference for the .41 it does shoot slightly flatter. I like the 210 grain Hornady XTP for it. As far a hunting with the .45 I think the Ruger only handloads are a must. I like hard cast flat nose...

I've called predators here in Indiana for 20 years and lately my go to calls have been the Primos diaphragm calls. I also use a Knight & Hale 'Lead Dawg' quite often. These calls allow me to create distress sounds as well as coyote vocalizations. I also like the Johnny Stewart PC-1 for high...

Does anyone know of available Zastava made Mini Mauser actions. It appears the only Zastavas currently being imported are full size 98's. These are being distributed by EAA. I'm looking to build a few custom guns on mini sized actions and would like to start out with the 7.62x39 bolt face...

I've sure killed a bunch of 'em with the 55gr. V-max. My dad likes the 55gr. Nosler BT.

Bedding In my wood stocked rifles I have found marked improvements in accuracy by using a combination of pillar/glass bedding and barrel free-floating. Ive done this to two Mauser '98s and a Remington 788. In the process I also upgraded the triggers to high quality adjustable replacements.

Shame on you for omitting the .41 Rem Magnum

I hunt coyotes with a shotgun quite frequently. I use 00 buck in 3" magnum 12 gauge. The best performing chokes for me are mod. or I.C.. However I have started using the Pattern Master Choke tube with outstanding results. The best aspect of the Pattern Master is that it gives me the tightest...