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My recently purchased Ruger m77/44's magazine will not accept my 260gr EK bullets I traditionally use in my revolvers because of their length. Will it negatively effect performance if I were to seat these bullets slightly lower, perhaps above the crimp grove, so that the mag will accept them?

I've posted on other forums seeking the advice of you old hands for my first build. I carry a Harton Colt .44spl daily as a general use ranch companion. As this pistol holds significant personal value to me, I've started exploring alternatives, not as a complete replacement, but a simple...

I'm in possession of what I believe is a 3rd gen Colt SA .45. It was a commemorative run, back in the 70s I believe, that was made for each state. I was recently given one by my grandmother previously owned by my grandfather. He shot it, but never used it extensively, so it has been in the safe...

Good morning all, I've been experimenting with my Marlin CB 45-70. One such experiment has lead me to trying 15gr of Unique under a 300gr Buffalo #3 from Missouri Bullet Company with a tissue filler and a large rifle primer. I read of this load somewhere on this forum a few months back. I...

Sorry guys, I know this is a leather question, but I figured you revolver guys would be more apt to point me in the right direction. I am working on taking the plunge and ordering my first Barranti rig for my Harton Colt. I am leaning towards the Bar T rig (without the Bar-T brand in the...

Time for someone to educate me. Several of you old hands have owned and shot S&W in all its successes and all its failures. The pre-lock pinned & recessed days were way before my time so I came up in a world where everyone wants the old guns. Fast-forward to today; I have a S&W model 21-4 in...

Good afternoon all, I have an abundance of .38 casings and no real interest in .38 revolvers, so I've attempted a few experiments in putting .357 level loads in .38 casings with my Ruger OM BH. I'd like to know who has attempted this, what dies you use, and what pressure differences I can...

My state recently legalized carrying a black powder revolver with your single shot rifle during primitive rifle season. I have a Richland Arms Co. Walker reproduction that I'd like to carry with my rifle but I have no experience with actual black powder, especially not revolvers. This one seems...

I was experimenting with cast bullet loads for my Marlin CB 45-70 when I ran out of brass. In desperation I turned to some once fired Hornady brass to temporarily fill the void until I could resupply. Alas, my RCBS dies will not accommodate these casings, leaving no flare and no crimp. It...

Good afternoon, I'm experimenting on some loads for my 3rd gen Colt SAA in .44spec. Like many of these old guns, my chambers are too big and I have to shoot a .433 bullet. Long story short, I've got a few samples some custom casters have been kind enough to provide. .225gr Keith SWC LBT .260...

I've just come into possession of Ruger's 50th Anniversary Flattop .44 magnum. So far the results are not favorable and I am slightly regretting my purchase. It is a fine pistol; simply not for me. Before I try and sell it I would like to test fire it using a more traditional style grip...

Good evening all, I've been buying projectiles from Missouri Bullet Company with reasonable success. I've stuck with Brinell levels above 18 but am still having leading problems out of a 3rd gen Colt SA, especially with their #430240EK .430 bullet. MBC has a great product and I've continued...

I'm looking to refurbish a 1968 Winchester 30-30 trapper. With this end in mind, I am looking for a replacement octagon barrel to be cut down to 16.5in and custom fitted to the existing foregrip. Never having pursued a custom job, I am counting on any of you with experience in the area as to...

I'd like some feedback on you T Grip users out there. I bought one for my S&W 21-4 and am getting mixed results. Because I love the stag grips, compliments of Mr. Grashorn, I've forced myself to get used to the T Grip, but when shooting the moderate recoil "Skeeter Load" I have noticed just a...

A while back I was on the fence about an AR or M1A. You purists, please understand that being in my 2nd year of marriage, my pocket book won't support the AR or M1A I have my sights on; so I've opted for a Ruger Mini 14 580 series, with intentions of upgrading a thing or two to imitate a M1A...

Good afternoon, Let it be known up front that I have absolutely no combat experience. With this in mind, I would very much appreciate some feedback regarding the 556/.224 and the 762/.308 as practical, everyday rounds. As a high school teacher, my firearm interests vary based upon what chapter...

I've been shooting a lot of .44 special lately with a 240grn "Elmer" bullet over 7.5grns of Unique, which I believe was Skelton's "pet load." I would like to replicate this round in .45 Colt using a 255grn Elmer bullet. I would prefer to remain in my Unique comfort zone, but would be willing to...

I've been on a Patton kick in recent years. Having acquired a 2nd gen Colt .45, and a Colt Model 1903, I am now in search of a S&W model 27 in .357. I've not been in the S&W game long and would like to know if I need to be searching for a $1000+ pre-lock model, or if I'll get the same...

I have a model 21 N Frame .44 spl I am interested in having a set of stag grips made for. My usual channels are coming up empty, as I have repeatedly been informed that the N frame is not popular enough to most makers to keep a template. Any suggestions on where I might find a quality craftsman...

Has anyone used Mr. Sparks #200Aw, sometime called the Hank Sloan, or the HSR model for any of your wheel guns? If so, I'd very much appreciate having a close look at the model you carry, if you happen to have any photos. I'd like to replicate the design with a few adjustments, but have never...