I have been getting Handloader & Rifle magazines for about 10 years now. I have collected quite a few of them and I just can't seem to part with them so I'm running out of room to store them. My subscription is running out at the end of this month I want to resubscribe but I'm thinking of gettin...

I did have a few over the years bought and sold most of them except for these three: Ruger Blackhawk three screw in 357 Mag., Herters 401 Powermag that was my grandfathers and I save the best for last... http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p64/Basepin/5shotBisley.jpg A custom built Clements 5 shot 45...

Thanks for the replies! When I bought the rifle I did have it looked at by a gunsmith just to make sure it was sound. He cleaned the bore by using Outers chemical cleaner but after several days of cleaning he concluded the rifling is well worn out. During load testing any 100 grain bullets I tried k...

It's been awhile that I have posted here been pretty busy with the house addition anyway I have a Savage 1899 T.D. in 250-3000 that I bought several years ago. The problem with it is the rifling, completely worn out. Just recently I went to the range and the loads I developed then are starting to ke...

I have a couple of the TD models in 30-30, 250-3000 and I love them! The price is pretty good considering it being a half round/octagon barrel. I have a friend who has a Savage 303 in an octagon barrel and I load for him using 30-30 loading data. He shot a nice doe with it a few years ago! You can m...

What kind do you use to keep your firearms dry but doesn't give any strong oder? Which ones to stay away from? Thanks!

Mainehunter

From 6pt-sika: The rifle is pretty nice ! I have 8x57 brass for reforming and trimming . But I have yet to get a set of dies . I have however made a chamber cast to send to HC4D just to be a extra carefull . Just curious how difficult is it to reform/trim the 8x57 brass because I was thinking about ...

Sorry about that..not showing the bolt :oops: http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p64/Basepin/110-1020_IMG.jpg JerryB - I really don't know the weight but I sure can tell the difference between my Savage 1899 TD in one hand and the M1908 in the other. Old Time Hunter - I don't think it's a straight p...

I couldn't resist not showing off my new acquisition even though it's not a levergun. :D :D http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p64/Basepin/110-1011_IMG.jpg http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p64/Basepin/110-1013_IMG.jpg http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p64/Basepin/110-1014_IMG.jpg http://i125.phot...

Thanks for the info!

Mainehunter

Just a couple of questions:

The hash marks on the windage and elevation settings, what do they represent?

There are a couple of screws, one on the elevation side plate, one on the windage plate and a long set screw near the elevation knob. What adjustments do they make?

Mainehunter

I just picked one up for my Savage 99 project but doesn't include instructions. Just curious to see if anybody know where I can get one.
Thanks!

Mainehunter

I put the gun on hold for a day or two just to decide. The problem I'm finding is brass is becoming harder to find for it.

Mainehunter

Local gun shop has a Marlin 336SS LTD in 35 Rem. The barrel in non-micorgove type, hardly used and the shop owner doesn't have the original box the previous owner threw it out. $495 out the door. Your thoughts.

Mainehunter

Just curious to see if anybody is shooting anything heavier than 300 + grain bullets out of their 38-55 lever guns or single shot rifles. If so, what weight and brand. For competition or hunting.

Thanks,
Mainehunter

Thanks for the info! As for the octagonal barrel it was just a thought and I will have him make the decision if it can be done. I picked up the Savage 99 just the barrel and receiver from a yard sale a few months ago thinking it would make a good project.

Mainehunter

Nope. These guys are out of Washington state.

http://www.johntaylormachine.com/38.0.html

Mainehunter

I'm curious to know if anybody here used him for any gunsmithing work? I'm thinking of getting my Savage 99 converted from 30-30 to 38-55 and have the round barrel made into an octagonal.

Thanks

Mainehunter

Not original modification, but certainly unique. Reminds me of a Mannlicher Musket. It certainly does look like a Mannlicher, I find it quite interesting. I have been gone posting on this board for several months now but been lurking from time to time, just can't keep away :D. Just too busy with fa...

I just put this 1884 Springfield Trapdoor 45-70 on layaway. http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p64/Basepin/Springfield003.jpg http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p64/Basepin/Springfield001-1.jpg http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p64/Basepin/Springfield010.jpg I haven't seen this type of setup before...

Thanks for the info!

Mainehunter

What's the correct trim-to-length for the 45LC? I have a couple of reloading books and they are not consistent . It's either 1.265, 1.275 or 1.280. Any help?

Mainehunter

I was in a hurry so I didn't get a good look at it. It does have a 24 inch round barrel. I'm probably going back there this weekend to take a better look.

Mainehunter

I stopped by a gun shop today and they have on the rack is a Winchester model 92 in 45LC with engraved receiver. Priced out at $550.00. What do you think

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