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Springfield 1911 Defender (mid-90's model) shot off its front sight. I was at an OUTDOOR range, gravel/dirt, etc. Looked down the barrel to sight the next round and ---- what's different???? Oh, the front sight has left the chat. No other damage. Fortunately, I FOUND the missing splinter of...

Picked up a Springfield US Model 1884, serial #537559; with bayonet. Can anyone enlighten me on this firearm? It is chambered for 45/70. I tried the Forum "search" function without much success. The seller extended the bayonet but I could not replicate. It also seems to have a butt stock opening...

I've melted a lot of lead over 15 years. But, it just hit me on what that ratio thing is that Keith and the Lyman book talk about. Is the ratio of lead to tin measured in volume or weight? My method has never been precise. I just plop some linotype, pewter or tin into my wheel weight melt and...

Calling for "Help" from more experienced (really old) members. What type of grips were original to a Colt Trooper MK V? Wood or Rubber? Mine has a Pachmyer Presentation grip that I feel is original to the firearm and fitted for Police Work. Wood was for civilian presentation/sales?

Help an old man remember. I have a Lyman "Case Press Xpress" case prepper. Once, I found a Lee(?) adapter to use on the machine. With a "pandemic" layoff and bench reorganization I have lost the adapter. I have searched Lee - no luck. Any ideas.

I am in the time of life to pare down the "inventory". Did a local gun show and had half a dozen 45 acp using firearms on my table. It was a mix of SA, DA-SA and revolvers, all quality pieces. Not a single person gave any of them a look! What was under review by patrons were 22's, 9's and .380...

What have I got --- a wall hanger? Traded for a FN, thinking it was a .380. It is in good condition, nickel plated. I have searched Wikipedia with a caution that some were US imported and rechambered for .380. I cannot get the firearm disassembled to examine its chamber and barrel. It does NOT...

Happened to find some ammo at Walmart the other day; Winchester White Box 7.62X51. It was what I was looking for and the ONLY ammo on their shelves. Just opened the box and was taken aback. The brass looked like a gnarly reload, NOT factory new Winchester. To add to the mystery the cases are LC...

I've loaded for hand guns, from .32 up to 50AE, for 25 years. But, FINALLY got a rifle I've always wanted: Springfield M1A1 Scout in .308. I do load for a Moisin Nagant and 303 British but I could use guidance on high performance rifle loading. Yes, I do have manuals and will research them. Just...

Every gun has a rate of fire, battle ships 2 shots a minute; M-60, 900 rounds a minute. What controls the rate of fire on an automatic weapon, bullet weight, recoil spring tension???

I usually load 124 gr copper washed (Barry's) or self-cast wheel weight lead over WIN 236/HP38. Shortages what they are I'm proposing 147 grain FMJ over 4.0 grains of Unique (looks like tiny lumps of coal). The bullet is heavier than I'm used to and a powder I'm unfamiliar with. This seems to...

OK, how the J. B. Moses, do you get the slide release pin back in? I had not given my H/P much love over the past few years, just let it be a "safe queen". But, what a great day to clean a few of my "gadgets". Disassembly didn't start well. Had a tussel getting the slide release pin out of the...

I've heard this phrase "head space". What EXACTLY is it and how do you measure it? I'm working on a .303 British of 1956 vintage. My brass is not lasting very long, three reloads at minimum levels. Thanks.

CONFUSED: Had a few .303 British rounds to reload. Started with a check of OAL case length. They were originally 2.222. I referenced the Hornady Manual for permissible length 2.158. Trimmed 14 cases with a Lee case trim tool. They tallied out at appx. 2.158. Gave another check for load data...

May I suggest a change/addition to users' profile. List the STATE of each member that posts. With the wide disparity of State Laws, customs, economic conditions, listing the State would add a lot to the posts. California is tremendously different from Tennessee. Posting of state of residence...

Loaded a LOT of 40 cal over the summer. Then, realized I only had ONE 40 cal; Beretta 96 Centurion. At a recent gun show went looking for another 40. Was really looking for a Gen 3 S&W. Not finding anything I discovered the Ruger SR40. Had liked it's looks since waaaay back. But, was not too...

Just trying to load some PMC .45 acp. The completed round fits easily in my Lyman case gage, OK in my Dillon gage but WILL NOT PLUNK in my Ruger Blackhawk .45acp cylinder. The empty PMC "plunked" just fine. I've crimped beyond reasonabelness, seated deeper until my seater bottomed out, bulge...

Took another turn to the black powder side this afternoon. Got an old, but looks servicable, 45 cal flint lock rifle. It was made in Spain and does have some wear. Now, WHERE DO I FIND flints??? And, suggestions on an initial load? I have some experience in 50 cal rifle.

Just starting in on the powder coating (P/C) process. I only use Lee dies for the 45 acp. Have always tumble lubed with Lee ALOX. No problems. Lots of lead down the barrels so far. But, now having some sizing issues. I use the Lee .452 sizing die, post powder coat. I seem to be getting a bulge...

I feel the time has come. Looking for a "suppressor/sliencer/can" that will be compatible with a AR-15 style rifle AND a semi-automatic .22 hand gun. I know only about 1% of what I WILL need to know. All suggestions welcomed.