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First rate rifle, Bill. Reminds me of my 1878 Military Sharps Borchardt with the barrel marked "Old Reliable". But the Swede RB has DEEP rifling. The 1878 is accurate and uses 405 gr FP just like my 1915 half-magazine 1886. Fast smokeless or duplex black. The neat attribute of SS rifles is...

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As a retired GBI and USINS/ICE Special Agent from the early 1970s, revolvers were the regularly carried handguns. Usually Smiths, but I alternated a RB 4in M-19 and 4-in RB M-66 with a 4-inch Colt Python. Three of the agents in our smaller 4-man office carried 4-inch S&W .357 revolvers. Evan Mar...

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Over the years have managed to keep a couple of pre-war Model 71s and still reload for them with the last of my Kodiak 250s and discontinued Hornady 200 gr Interloks. Even have a supply of Swift and Hawk 348 loaded cartridges. It is interesting to still hunt with a Model 71 in MT-WY or even Alaska ....

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The last time back about 2018 we entered Canada from Glacier Park up through the Peace Bridge to Waterton. Like peaceful Yanks, we had decided against visiting Canada, but changed our collective minds. The Canadian Immigration Inspector was really nice, as we had no passports. BUT, I did have a USIN...

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Bill has an excellent and reliable pistol in this BH 41 Magnum.

I would really be barking at his heels on this one, cepting I have two in 45 Colt and 44 Rem M, in addition to two Colt New Service
pistols in 45 Colt.

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While this is an interesting caliber project, I have always preferred the original 348 Ackley Improved in the Model 71 Winchester lever action rifle. They are out there and I have one so chambered. First off, the 348 Ackley will push velocities almost 200 fps faster than the parent 348 WCF case &...

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One of the advantages to being a combat veteran, other than the right to despise liberal Democrats along with Jane Fonda-is the VA. They have provided me with two (2) separate shingles vaccines. They seem to be working...but...I have a small itchy spot near my back-below right shoulder. Chicken pox ...

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Al Story's BRC Site is still online. Does anyone know if he is partially doing machine work-like his 1878 Sharps trigger/block modification with a trigger adjust screw? Parts alteration doesn't sound like a BATF rules infringement under USC or CFR regulations. (This answer may have been provided by ...

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I have talked with Al just North of Silver, on NM 180-N:
A few questions do appear to need answering:
Is Al still alive? Can he legally make just parts?
What is the status of BRC, though closed?

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Considering the divisive crime-ridden state of our current society-at least have something reliable nearby. That said, an old unloaded M-12 Winchester is near the back door. It is not wise to engage a home invader unless he is properly unarmed with a dangerous unloaded weapon. As a retired Special A...

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I think both Jeff Cooper and Chuck Taylor observed from their vast experience: "Any 1911 shorter than the Commander - sized pistol has been shown to develop a higher incidence of stoppages, failures to feed and other malfunctions compared to the full-sized Government Model". In short, I pr...

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USAA and USCCA are mentioned in almost the same breath. USAA is a major insurance company-non sequitur. I am a 50 yr member of USAA, as a retired Army officer and Federal agent. Never had a problem, but I also carry retired badge(s). Probably a whole lot more valuable than USCCA. (Call YOUR personal...

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Bill: My wife is an eye doctor and she is plagued with cramping in legs and thighs. She has tried everything including all of the rare metals, pickle juice, and hydrating Gator-Aide items. Cramp pills and hydration seem to offer some relief, ....sometimes. As a military-trained diver, I have gotten ...

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Do not own any SIG products at present, SO do not have a doggie in this hunt. However, have my share of 1911s, various older revolvers that work, and older PPK/PP Walthers. Additinally, a Glock 17 with two KAHR PM9s. The Kahr system is unique in that it is DA only -24/7 somewhat like - a revolver. F...

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DrawD- I have been annealing for years now using candles, gloves and 40-65 brass. Also anneal.348 cases for re-forming the .348 cases into 450 Alaskan. Since brass cases work harden, it's best to anneal the neck area before the reforming step. Leather gloves allow the brass lower rim area to be held...

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Interesting that the mid-range powder burn rates show IMR 3031, 4064, and 4895. The 1950s Winchester 39.5 gr of 4064 reaches about 2050 fps, close to the original early 1900s loadings with Hi--vel #1&2. The real culprit in some of the factory loads was mercuric (corrosive) primers. Explains why ...

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Indeed, glad we were able to help, that's what it is all about. I am still a member of WACA and know the author. For reloading of hunting 33 WCF cartridges, I can recommend the Hawk 200gr bullet very highly. The special copper annealed jacket and pure lead core tends to be perfect for older rifles. ...

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Found this same article in the Spring, 2023 Winchester Collector. There, on page 42, as DD indicated-are three Winchester loading cards on the 33 WCF from 1907 through 1953. Powders range from Lightning #1 & 2 until use of 4064 beginning in 1950 through 1953, and possibly later. (Contact the Win...

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I used a .410 many long decades ago. It would be nice to find another LC Smith .410 field grade, like I missed a few years back.

Have too many turkey/geese shotguns: a Smith Long Range and one Super Fox AA guns that are not lightweights, by any measure.

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After reviewing the subject of a loading card for the 33 WCF cartridge with members of the Winchester Collector Assn- These members could offer no reference to a loading card-though it probably exists. Possibly at the Cody Museum with Winchester records... no real results as yet. However, A close ma...

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A n early 1950s article By Jay Williams in the American Rifleman was devoted to rifles carried by early Alaskans before statehood, as a territory. Williams was an early Alaska Fish and Game Commissioner, along with being a hunter and guide. In the early 1900s, the 1886 Winchester in 33 WCF was highl...

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Probably not. The Mounties got their man. The real story and facts do not fit the story line from the movie, but that's the silver screen. A. Johnson was of Scandinavian descent and may have left the US due to the Depression. He was obviously conditioned to the cold as a trapper, and carried an 1899...

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Own three original Winchester 1886 rifles in 33 WCF and reload for them with C-H dies in that caliber. Also have 3 or 4 boxes of W-W original ammunition. These old boxes are collectible, as are the cartridges inside. These are nickel steel smokeless 86 rifles, including one full magazine rifle made ...

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As a retired Federal/state agent and US Army officer: have a plan. The CCW folks that advertise are correct in 48 out of 50 states. Beware of large cities with histories of modern violence related to drugs, gangs, and stolen guns. Castle doctrine only works in states that support it by law. Have a c...

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Hey Bill:

Is Hurley still in Phelps-Dodge (Freeport) country on the way to Silver?

My old place was above Morenci on AZ 666/191. Still keep an 1886 or early Model 71 there for cats or bad bears.

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I have a couple of 1886 Winchesters in 33 WCF, and newer pre-war Model 71s. Do old rifles help you be an old coot? Can I take my 450 Alaskan thru Canada, with form papers, on the way back to Alaska? (There's grizzlies in Canada between BC and Alberta). {Ben Lilly carried an 1886 in 33 WCF while in N...

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As a state agent and later an INS/ICE Special Agent, I carried two handguns regularly-regardless of "policy". Usually a 4-in Python with an original Walther PPK. Unfortunately, multiple offenders may be the rule now. I tend to be more comfortable with a 1911 Colt and at least 2-3 extra mag...

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Have been very fortunate with Winchesters: started with 3 or 4 original 1895s in .405 WCF and 35 WCF, then on to 33s in the smokeless nickel steel 1886 rifles. Pre-war Model 71s are the smoothest, and become "stopping rifles" near my AK homestead land in 450 Alaskan. Have two, in case one ...

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It's 16 years later, and this thread is still being quoted for reference on other lever gun sites. Bob Hagel did a reloading review in HANDLOADER Magazine including his own loadings for the 1895 Marlin. This was in the 1970s and his loads were stout, but NOTHING remotely resembling "pistol powd...

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My little 1952 99-EG is quite accurate. Last successful experiment involved snipping the 3 gr lead tip from the 100 gr Nosler Partition bullets. It stabilizes these quite well. Nothing heavier, however. Point and click with tang Lyman #1A and a 95 Marbles fold-down sporting rear sight. Very slick Sa...

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And my few 86s in 33 WCF...

We deal in lead, friend.

We ALSO vote red down here, Norseman.

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The Swift 200 gr .348 bullets are tough and very well made. They come 50 bullets to a box, @ $2.00 per bullet. Hawk and Fury Bullets are approximately half that. Grizzly Ammunition Co also advertises loaded ammunition in at least two bullet offerings including a bonded core 200 gr. They appeared out...

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While this is an older thread, it provides earlier and current valuable information for the .348 WCF cartridge-which is still quite popular. All of my (5) Model 71s are pre-War Winchesters, though I have owned Browning versions, which are accurate. The M-71s and the 348 cartridge are important enoug...

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Over time in 2 pre-war 71s in 450 Alaskan and 450 Fuller, IMR/H 4198 and IMR 3031 powders have given the best results as to both velocity and accuracy. Most of the bullets used were Alaska Bullet Works bonded 400 gr along with Hawk 400 gr jacketed bullets. Some of the 350 gr older thick case Hornady...

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Another update to the 33 Winchester: Starline or other 40-65 brass is an excellent method of obtaining 33 WCF brass with less trouble. Use the FL 33 size die on ANNEALED 40-65 case necks. It really shortens the process and you won't lose brass through errant re-sizing. Annealing adds life to cases a...

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Well, I have had a few horses and still have 3 McCllelan saddles-the best saddle for rough mountain country like AZ-NM and points west. That said, an older BMW R-bike makes more sense. Economical and easy to work on. No computers, very popular in Europe & USA- will do well on rough roads. Horses...

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As a combat veteran AND a retired Army officer/Federal agent- I have become an independent God-fearing believer; Jefferson, Patrick Henry and Thomas Paine understood the danger of government growth. Orwell's 1984 is a bit late, but be observant and slow to be vocal on voicespeak-remember thoughtcrim...

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While an older post, this is a relatively rare topic. The 4350 range of slow powders is excellent for 250 gr bullets. It tends to fill the case better than 4064 and other middle burning rate powders. "Go slow" -start low. Lever action rifles cannot be hot rodded with pressure. I stick to l...

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The original question involved the 44 SPL vs 9mm. If you do not need to penetrate anything much (auto glass, car doors, etc.) the 44 hands down. Otherwise its the 9mm with almost SMG-Anglia hot ammunition. For potential bear problems in the North woods, I carry a 450 Alaskan M-71 pre-war Winchester....

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TreWax has carnauba wax in it. Rare now.
It will also serve to protect blued finishes. I use
it on Parker, Fox and LC Smith goose-turkey guns.

And on an 1885 HW SS in 45-60. It works better than imagined.

Do NOT use WD-40 on any firearms you respect or wish to keep.

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First rate.
JLs knowledge and writing has caused me to re-think my 45 Colt loadings in
both my Ruger SA and two New Service Colt revolvers. The
NS Colts have their own pressure limitations but are supremely accurate.

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Also ran.....
But prefer the .35 Whelen in a custom pre-64 Model 70 with an almost Super Grade stock. With Nosler or Swift bullets,
it becomes almost a Rigby magazine rifle in .350 Rigby with steel cased solids."

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My Dad would agree with the constructive comments posted, if he were alive now. He was a bombardier on the B-24 "Modest Maiden" with 30 missions over occupied France and Germany. There are only so many of these A/C flying and we lost two with crew. Fuel and oil consumption very high on a B...

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Nothing likr re-opening an older nylon or linen thread. I play with a Sharps and a Winchester 1885 HW SS-both in 45 2.1 Been looking for tapered bullets. Harder to patch, but allows full cartridge length for BP loads. Works well for smokeless too. Experiment & patience. Masking tape or 25% cotto...

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This is a lever gun outfit, so I will ride for the brand. I added to a 2013 post-but time for an update: The Winchester and Browning Model 71s are still relatively popular, and the 348 cases are widely reloaded. The W-W and Starline brass are still being made, but at Midway and Grafs, ET Brass- you ...

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Perhaps time to update data and bullet availability for the 348 Win. .348 WCF: Hornady has discontinued the 200 gr FP jacketed bullets, unfortunately. (For reloading 348 cases & bullets-QuickLoad IS NOT your best source-look at Ken Waters and Handloader or other sources) I have 4 Model 71 Winche...

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You are right, AJMD:
We need to keep it going. My former bro-in-law lives in Carmel, now. He is an
almost retired-heart surgeon. From New Albany...Hoosiers ......
" It came from little kids running around saying: Who's yer daddy...??."

I may have some military brass...

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Having spent a great deal of time in state and Federal law enforcement, there appears to be a thread of similarity between certain leftists who are unhappy, and inner city gang members. Freud might liken it to misplaced anger resulting in sociopathic behavior. Violence as a result of no stable home ...

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Nice area near Cherokee,N.C. in the Smokey Mtns-near Townsend and Knoxville, TN.

HRM

1951 BMW R 51/3 1962 BMW R 69/S 1886 Winchesters & Model 71 s

Socialism: The creed of ignorance and envy, with the equal sharing of misery. Churchill-Prime Minister

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Recidivism is being able to do it again. Stop-and -frisk is the LEnf term for reason to believe/probable cause to search and remove firearms. Juliani had it right for NYC- As a former state/Federal agent-our Tombstone era society will not reward or defend you. The police are now a bit nervous about ...

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