Recent content by M100C

All, Searched the threads, and nothing close. There is some gun work that comes easy to me, and other (specific) work that - for some reason - eludes me. Case in point - On early Win 1894s, I can never seem to get the carrier into the receiver, get it compressed with my left thumb, then...

Very well described beag_nut. While closing the gap, the steel has memory, and wants to spring back some. By closing the gap and overlapping the ends by more than it springs back, I could then spread the ring just slightly while returning the ends into alignment, so it "springs tight". Very...

Hi All, I was sure this must have been asked, but searched THR and found nothing. Not much on web either. I have a teens-ish 1894 SRC in need of some attention, including the saddle ring, which has a gap on the stud. Can anyone advise on the best way to close it? Chris

Virginian and 1K, Right! Bought the gun not cycling. Figured out feed latch was broken and sprung out. Replaced feed latch, but was not sure what to expect when opening bolt with shell in mag. I am a Browning guy, and B2000 will auto load. During normal use, the shell is properly tripping...

All, Put a box through gun today. Cycled perfectly. Very smooth. Thanks for feedback all!

Thanks Virginian and SF. I have wanted one for a long time. This one has had the original IC barrel fitted for Tru-Choke tubes (+), but wouldn't cycle due to the broken feed latch (-). It is gratifying to get one at a good price and get it up and running (I think ... we'll see). I have been...

All, I recently picked up a Remington 1100, standard weight 20 ga. with a broken feed latch. Finding a replacement feed latch was like finding hen's teeth; but, I got one and it is installed. I cannot find a "theory or sequence of operation" for the Remington 1100 anywhere, so I am cycling...

Sorry All, Posted this to the wrong forum, and I cannot figure out how to move it. If someone would enlighten me, I will move it.

Hey All, Looking for an expert in H&R single-shot shotguns. My father-in-law recently found the barrel to his favorite shotgun. He bought the gun in 1942 from his uncle, and the rest of the gun (receiver, stock and forearm) are missing. I see H&R made many models up until 1942 (he is not sure...

Sunray, I corrected this above. He measured the space between the case head and bolt face. This is what I meant. Exactly my point. And, I should feel warm and fuzzy using a field gauge why? Without specified cartridge and chamber specifications, I think the primer method is a good way of...

Jim K is right. I wish I had as much gun knowledge as most here, but ... I am a chemist! I can suggest a good method! First, bluing is a form of rust (oxidation state of iron) that forms a lattice. In short, it lays down on the steel. Common rust is also an oxidation state, and it is the...

Thanks BBBill, For me, a large measure of common sense, and larger measure of caution, starts with a post to THR in situations where I am uncertain. I will load down with H4895. I can measure before/after case length (i.e. stretch) to the 0.375" datum point on the shoulder too. As has been...

Very sad news. I have a couple recent posts, and have always been interested in what members like rcmodel and Jim K (and a lot of others) have had to say. He will be sorely missed, and I pray for rest for he and Wilma.

Mizar, Yes ... very clear. Thanks. I think I wasn't so clear in my question. My bad. I see some headspace gauges available for 7.7 Japanese: http://pacifictoolandgauge.com/metric-european-british-commonwealth-soviet-headspace-gauges-nopix-/10712-77-mm-x-58-japanese-headspace-gauges.html...

Mizar, Thanks for the reply. Not sure if I understand your post. As far as I know, there is nothing published. It is not in the SAAMI or CIP specifications. If you know differently, please advise. With the case fully seated in the chamber, the gap between the bolt face and case head is...