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Can anyone tell me what "FMMAP" stands for on a cartridge I believe to be for a Model 91 Mauser 7.65x53 Mauser? It is also marked "19" on one side of the cartridge and "47" on the other, which I take to be the date of production.It also shows a "SF" on the bottom of the rim. Would there be any...

What gun is this? Thank you for your response. I have not fired either but intend to. Of course at one time I intended to be retired by the age of twenty & one. The idea of firing a 200gr round from a .38 S&W has some appeal for me, so I guess I'd better find a place to shoot before I...

What gun is this? I can understand why a .38 S&W cylinder and barrel might not give a .38 Special cartridge fired through it after the .38 S&W cylinder was modified to accept the .38 Special cartridge much accuracy, but it has been stated that reaming out the .38 S&W cylinder ruins the accuracy...

38/200 bullets FWIW: If a 200gr. RN Lyman #358430 .360 diam. bullet is close enough, try Western Bullet Co. 904 Kensington, Missoula, MT 59801. I recently got a supply from them.

dfariswheel: Thank you very much for your information and advice. I have returned the firearm in question to the dealer with some information on how to identify problems with older colt revolvers that I have gleaned from the collective wisdom on these very informative online forums, such...

What are the possible causes and fixes for a Colt Police Positive Special cylinder easily turning to the left when the hammer is down? With hammer cocked it locks up tight. And should the seller of the piece not disclosed this problem? (Internet sale from a dealer) I thank all responders in...

770 code on Lawrence holsters Thanks to all responders. Clearly my 6" "K" frame does not fit, while my 4" Colt PPS does fit between the covers, although I'm not sure the particular #7 Lawrence was made for the 4" Colt, as it seems a little loose. I have seen, on closed auction sites...

Just acquired a Lawrence model 7 shoulder holster with code of "770" and can find no reference to such a number in my old shooter's bibles that all end in a 600 numerical series. Does anyone have a clue which firearms are indicated with the "770" number? I thank all responders in advance.