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I did some experimenting today with a 44 magnum rifle. I shot the Hornady 240gr XTP into a row of milk jug filled with water. I wanted to see how the expansion on this bullet was. I found the bullet in the 6th milk jug. Expansion was very good. I weighed the bullet after I retrieved it and it...

Does anyone know the barrel twist rate on an H&R USH 20 gauge? Thanks for the information.

I want to install a bipod on this rifle and need to know if there is an adaptor that will work. It is the rifle with the Laminated Thumbhole Stock, The forearm is too think to install a sling stud. I called Harris Bipod today to see in there HB14 adaptor would work and they said it will not...

This is the first year that the use of rifles for deer hunting will be allowed in Southern Michigan. Only straight wall cartridges with case length less that 1.8 inches will be allowed. I am going to use my Henry Big Boy 45LC. My question is: What would be a good load for this rifle? Shots...

What is the latest edition of Ken Waters book "Pet Loads"? Thanks for the information. Thom

I have a Savage 99 C Magazine clip that is very dirty. I need information on how to disassemble the 99 C magazine. Any and all information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for the help. Thom

Recently purchase a 29-3 Silhouette with adjustable sights. I have a question about adjusting the front sight. I do have the original instructions on the procedure to adjust the sights. There are four set screws and four positions on the wheel. My question is: Do you loosen set screw # 1 and...

I have a question about the S&W 460 Revolver with the 14" barrel. This revolver came with a Bipod and also a sling. The sling stud was already mounted on the front of barrel and the other sling stud was enclosed in box for installation. My question is: To install the other sling stud do I...

Looking for some information on reloading the Hornady 45 Cal .452 240 gr XTP® Mag. I will be shooting this bullet using a S&W Model 460XVR™ - 14" Barrel with Bi-Pod. I plan on using this pistol for deer hunting in Michigan and am looking for a good load for this purpose. Thanking you in...

I have a question about reloading for a Savage Model 99 with the brass rotary magazine in the 300 Savage cal. I see RCBS offers both regular 300 Savage dies and also offer Short Base Dies in 300 Savage. Do I need to use the Short Base Dies to reload for this rifle or will the regular 300 Savage...

I bought a S&W 32-20 Hand Ejector Model of 1905 4th Change today at an auction sale. Revolver is at least 90% with only light ring on cylinder. Lock-up is tight and timing is right on the money. I would like to shoot this revolver but have some questions about the type of ammunition to use. It...

I am looking for some feedback on what others are experiencing with the accuracy of the Kimber Solo and what type of ammunition provides the best accuracy, what kind of groups you get at 15-25 yards. Any and all information will be appreciated. Thanking you in advance for your help.

I just bought a used Thompson Encore pistol in the 460 S&W Magnum. It has a 15" barrel and the muzzel is ported. The price was right and I bought it because it had a Burris 3x12 32mm AO scope on it and I needed another Encore Frame/Receiver. I had planned on selling the barrel but I am...

I reloaded 45/70 cases with 45gr H4895 powder for my Thompson Center Encore Pistol-15" barrel. The bullet was cast lead flat point 300gr. Using Winchester Large Rifle Primers. After shooting 9 rounds to sight in scope, I noticed that the barrel had quite a bit of unburned powder in it. Just...

I checked with my insurance company and they only cover $2500 on firearms if lost, stolen or fire damage. They wanted outlandish price for rider for more coverage. I am looking for insurance company that specializes in firearm insurance. Has anyone used the NRA gun insurance or the Collectibles...

I have the old style Thompson Conter made in 1976. The barrel is drilled and tapped for scope mount. This barrel also has ventilated rib. At rear of barrel, the barrel angles down approximatly 1/4" and that is where the first scope mount hole is. The other scope mount hole is on the flat of the...

I recently acquired a used Contender that was manufactured in 1976. This pistol was manufactured before Thompson Center introduced the External Manual Firing Pin Selector. Does anyone have an Owner's Manual for this Pistol and if so would they be willing to e-mail a copy to me? Or guide me to...

I purchased an older style Thompson Center Contender today. It is a stainless steel model in .45LC/.410 10" barrel with removable choke tube. This pistol has never been shot, the guy bought it and just put it in the safe. My question is: Do I remove the choke tube when shooting .45LC or just...

Recently purchased a Ruger SR22. Having difficult time finding holster locally. Does anyone have idea where I can find a holster for this pistol? Thanking you in advance for your assistance.

I have been one who always does Full Length Resizing on my rifle brass. I currently picked up a Ruger No.1 in .243 caliber. It is the only .243 rifle I have. Would it be to my advantage to only neck size the brass for this rifle or should I continue full length resizing? Thanks for the...