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Mainehunter

Nice grab!

I had one few years back shot well with 300 grain cast bullets.

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

The more I thought about it I should of included my Marlin 336 in 35/30-30 to back-up my Savage 99.

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

My primary would be the Savage 99 358 Winchester but if I need some rapid fire either the M1A or my custom AR47. As for my side arm carry it would be the Sig P226 357 Sig with a high capacity round loaded up with Buffalo Bore heavy 357 Sig ammo

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

When I looked at those pictures I was expecting James Bond to walk by and flash his PPK

Nice pics though!

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

I'd take a 16" 1894 with a threaded muzzle in any of their calibers... 8) How about in 357/44 Bain & Davis - with a fast twist to stabilize 220 grain bullets at 1000 fps... :twisted: Or an 1894 in 25-20 or 38-40 or 44-40, Wouldn't mind having one in a slow twist rate to shoot pistol bullet...

Mainehunter

Few years back a gunsmith north of me did one in 410 and 45-70. I'm kind of surprised if 12 guage would actually cycle.

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

From what I have read and was told in the past the barrel length needs to be a minimum of 24" for the AI to work at it's fullest. Is that a myth or truth to that

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

Talk about reviving a topic! Funny thing I was just thinking the other day on converting my Savage 219B to AI but there are different variations. Thinking............

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

I really don't know what Savage used back then but I've rust blued a couple of older Savage and Marlin rifles. They really came out great! I think hot blue salts is quicker but the setup is expensive.

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

SWEET! Love my P226 in 357 SIG

All it needs is a SRT kit which I'll be ordering soon.

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

So far this year it's been between my Marlin 35/30-30 or Savage 99, 300 Savage. It seems the Marlin been getting grabbed more often as of late BUT since I've acquired a Savage 99F, 358 Winchester few months ago from a second cousin, there's a story behind that I'm going to have a hard time now on wh...

Mainehunter

Glad it's working!

Hey at least your virus protection is doing it's job!!! I have the Quickload program myself and have found it to be very useful.

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

Usually when trying to load a 32 bit program on a 64 bit platform you'll have some sort of error message but your not having that, right? I'm running 7 pro but I need to go into admin privileges if I'm adding or updating any new programs or drivers. Also you may want to check your virus program to s...

Mainehunter

A friend of mine has a Marlin 1893 in 38-55 that has the Marbles peep sight that screws right on top of the receiver so those are factory tapped for peep sights. I've read some where Marlin only did that for a few years. You did say 15" barrel length? Did it get cut? Oh, my buddy's Marlin dates...

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OldWIn...If I can remember the state cut 1200 or so moose tags this year because of the winter tick problem killing off the offspring. What I've been hearing it's pretty bad up in the county. Any your right about population it's down for sure, just not seeing that many in the past few years in my ar...

Mainehunter

Well, after over a week up to camp hunting for my bull moose tag I'm sorry to report that I came emptied handed :cry: It just wasn't meant to be. I've been on a couple over the years and the longest I can remember it took 3 days to bag one in the same area. It was just too warm especially Columbus D...

Mainehunter

Thanks fellas!

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Mainehunter

J Miller.... I've always been interested anything 35 cal. since I was pretty young plus I've had my share of 38-55's or 375 Win. over the years but really they didn't do anything for me. I don't think it's fair to compare the 38-55 vs. 35/30-30 I think the 38-55 is more powerful. The 35/30-30 is mor...

Mainehunter

Here's the pic the shows the shank.

http://noebulletmolds.com/NV/images/N.O ... Sketch.Jpg

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Mainehunter

Once again, my interest in converting my 336Y 30-30 to a .35/.30-30 comes to the fore! That little 16.5" rifle with a 'scope just might be the bee's knees! "Gonna hav ta' do some research on this. Since I already have a 336/.35 Remington, jacketed bullets are handy. Just need to check of ...

Mainehunter

COL was 2.533. I was able to crimp right in the crimp grove. No problems chambering. RD also designed one for the x39 and 308 same type of profile.

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Took the day off from work this past Friday for much needed range time. I needed to test some loads for my upcoming moose hunt on Columbus day week. The firearms I brought was a Marlin 336 that was re-chambered to 35/30-30 by JES Rebore and a Savage 99 in 300 Savage that I put together with all the ...

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This is what I got from Quick Loads help sheet: "Loading Ratio, Percentage of Filling (sometimes the term "Loading Density" is used). Contrast Loading Ratio which is charge weight divided by useable case capacity. A charge near 100% could generate two types of loads: Those with a loos...

Mainehunter

What kind of barrel you got on it and what's the twist rate?

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Mainehunter

I think that would make a good advertisement ad for Chick-fil-A!

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Mainehunter

Here's his web page:

http://www.35caliber.com

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Mainehunter

Had JES Rebore convert my 336 30-30 to 35/30-30 for around $250.00. Got it back in two weeks. He coverts them into 38-55 as well. I think that's the cheapest route to take.

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Mainehunter

Sweet!

That 1:10 twist for the 250 will do nicely for the 100 grain bullets or so. I got some cast loads I want to try out soon in my 99 300 Savage and 358 Win. I'm hoping next weekend I can go out to the range but since it's a holiday weekend it might be busy, will see.

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

The 226 isn't a small gun to hide, and the .357 Sig has some significant muzzle snap and cost to practice. That said, it's a start. Get a GOOD gunbelt and a GOOD (quality) holster. Raven Concealment is my go-to for daily carry. I found the recoil the same compared to the 40 S&W, less than 45 AC...

Mainehunter

I was digging through the states website and this is what I got for a summary: Concealed carry without a permit is limited to people who are 21 or older, with the following exception: If a person is 18 years of age or older, and is on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States or the Natio...

Mainehunter

It's been quite some time I've been wanting to get a semi-auto pistol and as of late it was kicked into overdrive since Maine will become the 8th state (by 10/15/2015) to allow "Constitutional Concealed Carry" without a permit. Over the years I've shot a few but the one that I keep coming ...

Mainehunter

For me it's really based on where your hunting. Both have valid points on the matter. I lean towards what Elmer is explaining since my shoots are less than 100 yards or so BUT there are times in the clear cuts shots can be up to 200 yards or so. One thing for sure is I'm envious on how much shooting...

Mainehunter

Welcome back Sir! What ever your planning on doing (some shooting, visiting family and friends, traveling) hope you'll get to accomplish them. Speaking of visiting friends if your planning on seeing or calling Paco, tell him all of us here at Leverguns are thinking about him!

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

That is good news! I used own a custom Clements 5 shot 45 and was fun to shoot. Got ride of it needed the cash at the time. If I was going to pick one it'll be the 480 Ruger for sure.

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Mainehunter

For what cartridge? 45-70?

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Mainehunter

When I had my Savage 99A 375 the best load for me was shooting a 300 grain cast bullet around 1700 f.p.s. using IMR 3031. It was very accurate out to 100 yards. Don't have it anymore once my brother got a hold of it a while ago. He shot it and wanted it so badly he swapped his most coveted rifle, a ...

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As for reloads, can I use the same data if I was going to load up for a Marlin 336 or Winchester 94? It seems there's been several discussions from various board forums regarding the receiver strengths.

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Mainehunter

Maybe someday I would like to find another barrel and re-sleeve into a 25-35.

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Mainehunter

Pete44ru... Those Miller rings you got on. Are those low or medium profile? I've also looked at some mounts that convert the dove tail to weaver mounts but don't know how well they'll work. I've slugged the barrel and was surprised how tight it was the first 4" inches ahead of the chamber after...

Mainehunter

Thanks for the replies fellas! :) Last night I picked up from Numrich a butt plate and a spare firing pin. The front sights are all out of stock but checked with Midway and they have several ramps from Marble's and Williams to choose from. Pete44ru.... Any suggestions on the scope base to use? one p...

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I need another gun project like I need a whole in my head! :roll: About a month a go I posted here that I did some work for my neighbor and wanted to repay me by giving his Winchester model 70 in 225 Win. I thought about it and talked to him a few more times but couldn't make up my mind. Well time p...

Mainehunter

Actually the charge weight was 41.5 grains of H4895. Primers were CCI BR-2. That's from several publication that I've checked that includes Zediker.

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Mainehunter

Streetstar.... I see you have the scope mount setup on yours. What brand and how's it working out for you? This particular load I've researched quite a bit and looks like it has a lot of potential. I would like to make up a few more rounds and run it through the crony, tweak it just enough and call ...

Mainehunter

Nice Job!

I know someone who built one a few years ago and BOY, it puts out some HEAT!!! The key thing is to keep the heater going to prevent the mass from getting too cold.

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

Yes! Prayers sent, hang in there!

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Mainehunter

Springfield M1A "loaded" model, no mods as of yet. http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p64/Basepin/20150709_172123_zps2intibk5.jpg The load: Bullet: Sierra Mach Kings 168 grain BT Powder: H4895 Charge: CCI BR-2 Brass: GI WRA 69 COL: 2.800 Sights: Just peep's, distance to target 100 yards ht...

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OldWin.... I'll keep that in mind.

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It's getting to the point I really don't have the time to spend prepping all the military surplus brass that I horded over the years. I'm seriously thinking of buying already prepped brass from someone else and asking where's the best place to get it. I know prices fluctuate but looking for QC more ...

Mainehunter

Very sorry about the lose of your father! It's been 20 years almost to the day I lost my mother and it'll be 10 years this September on my oldest daughters birthday my father passed away. Prayers up to you and your family!

Mainehunter

Mainehunter

I did have JES convert a Marlin 336 to 35-30/30 awhile ago. Haven't done much shooting but that's going to change soon since I got picked for a moose hunt this October. He's a nice guy to talk to, knows his stuff and his turnaround is really quick. You won't be disappointed!

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