Recent content by jwl3715

Yes. These are 2 1/2 in shells and the barrel is rated for 2 1/2 in. The bolt is locking into place when closed.

While shooting sporting clays today, I had a hard recoil with a louder than normal report. The base tore loose from the shell leaving an empty sleeve in plastic in the barrel. The base was severely deformed and rounded around the edges (will include pics later). It also knocked the charging...

Anyone have suggestions for lube/grease on an RCBS Grand shell plate? Does it matter if they are silicone or petroleum based?

If you want to see if you can repair the original or even do a custom stock from blanks, this guy is a true master craftsman with reasonable rates. The website below has many examples of his work. He did a Savage 99 stock for me that is absolutely gorgeous. I recommended to a friend and he...

Thanks, Seedtick. Not sure how that happened. Just copy and pasted but didn't notice that the url had been truncated. Sorry about that. :confused:

Being fairly new to reloading, I found this article very helpful in shedding some light on this vague term that seems to be subject to many definitions. I especially appreciated the explanation in the context of various disciplines (eg long range/short range hunting, target riflery, shotgunning)...

I started reloading shotgun shells in June. Just passed 1500 and the Grand is running well. I have my sporting clays recipe down. I may still experiment with components but definitely feel like I have the process mastered. Also fired my first metallics today. 130 gr Speer .270 Spitzers on...

No clue, really, but I have used this website in the past to help identify and value an old belgian SXS that was passed down through our family. It is partially in French but mostly understandable. Lots of info on proof marks and various makers. Good pictures, too. I even emailed the guy and...

Thanks, guys. I was so meticulous about all the other steps. It is frustrating to screw this up. Trying to conscientiously follow all the best practices... at least I used a dummy rounds as suggested.:banghead:

Attempting to find correct depth for Remington 760 Gamemaster (slide action) in .270. Accidentally pushed too hard on the slide and it is now stuck solidly in the forward position. I'm guessing I've firmly planted the bullet in the lands. Any suggestions for how to get the action unstuck...

Kernel - don't want to hijack the thread but can you tell me something about that screen shot? What is the Powley computer? What is it used for? Where can you get one?

Started reloading shotshells this summer and am currently working on first batch of metallics in .270 Win. I just finished reading Chap 5 of the ABCs of Reloading and have a 2 part question: 1. Red dot has been working OK for shotshells but I am noticing some inconsistent drops out of the...

I'm interested in firing my original M1884 trapdoor Springfield. I plan to have it looked over by a smith first. I have some original brass and one box of original black powder ammo. Recently found http://www.starsandstripesammo.com/index2.html who will make 45-70 Government to trapdoor...

Guys - these are all great suggestions. Thanks a ton.

Good call...I'll try over there, too. Sorry about that. Speedo - thanks for the lead on powderinc.com