Search results for query: *

I am loading a gas check lead bullet for 375 Ruger. It's the Lyman 375449. I'm using a Lyman suggested load for this cartridge. The overall length is specified at 3.220 inches. After loading a few and going to the range, I found the bolt would not engage without a lot of pressure, basically...

I am going to try a Montana Bullet Works gas check bullet from the Lyman 375449 mold. https://www.montanabulletworks.com/product/375-lyman-375449-264gr-fn-gc/ I currently reload several calibers with lead bullets, but have not seen a bullet like this in the crimp area. What I think is the...

I am getting ready to purchase my first bolt action rifle. My goal is to get competent at reasonable long yardage. The club I recently joined has 100, 200 and 300 yard ranges. I would also use this rifle for deer hunting in the northeast. The two caliber I am considering are 270 Win and 7mm...

I thought I posted this the other day, but can't find it... I'm considering taking an old SxS shotgun and getting some 45 Colt or 45-70 rifled inserts for it. If the inserts are permanently installed, do I need the NFA or ATF stamp to shorten the barrels to 10" or so and change the butt to a...

I have been using Winchester Large Pistol Primers to reload moderate 45 colt loads with W-231. The recipe call for either CCI or Federal Primers, and the loads I've used seem reasonable at the range, however... Is there any available data on what to expect when substituting primer brands?

I'm new at shooting and reloading. I am range shooting a Ruger NV 45 Colt using a Keith 255g LSWC. I have tried moderate loads with IMR 4227 and HS-6. I'm not really happy with the HS-6 as a moderate load, due to the amount of greasy residue after 100 rounds. The IMR 4227 was less greasy...

I have had an 1860 for a few months waiting to be tuned up and have a conversion cylinder added. The action was stiff and gritty, so I finally took it apart last night to see what might be the problem. I noticed several things. 1) The edge of the hand that engages with the cylinder ratchet...

I am setting up a Dillon 550 machine to load 45 colt brass. As I set up the machine, I have the sizing, bell, seating and crimp dies set. The bullets are sold as .452", but the one or two I measured are .454" I am using Star-line brass. The bullets are from Missouri Bullet, the brass is new...

I saw this "relic" and thought it would be a good project for 45 Dragoon or Hoof Hearted :) http://www.gunsinternational.com/guns-for-sale-online/revolvers/military-revolvers-antique/-relic-colt-1860-army-ah2132-.cfm?gun_id=100544459

I've seen online photos of various types of open top colts with a rear sight that is dovetailed into the barrel. If anyone has an example of one they have installed or have installed, I'd appreciate a photo, and a little feedback on the end result.

I have been looking around for round shim stock to set the arbor/barrel relationship or cylinder to barrel gap. The best I have been able to fin is the following. It's an arbor shim assortment with a 3/8 OD I see the larger Uberti's have roughly a 1/2" diameter and the smaller roughly a .4"...

I'm curious about the cartridge conversion possibility for the Pietta Pepperbox 36 caliber Percussion revolver. Can a smooth bore revolver be legally converted to cartridges? https://www.dixiegunworks.com/popup_image.php?pID=16989

I saw a note somewhere that there is an article (1970, The Gun Report) on four Colt Walker conversions that exist, all privately made, not factory conversions. I'm curious if anyone knows when they might have been converted, and what caliber cartridge might have been used. I think the blurb I...

I recently acquired a new Uberti 1858. When I pull the hammer back from "half cock" to "full cock" slowly, the cylinder will stop several thousandths short of allowing the bolt to drop. When pulled back quickly, it appears to drop just fine. In the 50 or so "dry-cocks" I've done, a very...

I'm trying to find books that go into detail on the Colt and Remington conversions during the transition from cap-and-ball to cartridge ammo. Does anyone have any suggestions?

I can imagine having several black powder revolvers to take to the range, and the case shown below looks like a reasonable solution except for it's price and that it's too small for many black powder revolver barrel lengths. This company does not make anything for longer barrels. Has anyone...

I am thinking of getting a .22 conversion for my Uberti 1858. One of the ranges I am familiar with, has weekly casual .22 shooting events that might be fun. My question is can the .22 rifled insert damage the .44 bore with usage? It seems like depending on the exact tolerances a ridge at...

I've seen several references online regarding a converted Walker with an extractor port, but do not see a ready made extractor offered. Has anyone went through the process to equip a Walker or Dragoon in such a manner? If so, did you use off-the-shelf components? The link below has what looks...

I just received a Uberti 1858 New Army (New from one of the leading sellers) and I have several issues. 1) The cylinder is marred at the stop on all stops as if the timing is not right. Seems like a new revolver should be new 2) When I handled a Pietta at Calebas, at half-cock, the cylinder...

Hello, I'm new to the forum and shooting. Just picked up a new Uberti Colt Walker. I'm having trouble pulling the barrel off. I removed the wedge with no problem. But, the barrel will not separate from the main casting. My understanding is it should be loose and slide off. Any advice...