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Just picked up a 12 ga JC Higgins Model 20. Some research shows it was made by High Standard and evolved into the High Standard Model 200 Flight King. Mine is a plain barrel full choke, doesn't have the Power-Pac choke system. The gun sold for $60 USD in 1948 Sears catalog which works out to be...

Hi, So I installed an Express 28" VR RemChoke barrel on my Wingmaster which is a V receiver or 2-3/4" only. I cycled some 3" magnums, both unfired and fired shells to test if it can eject the magnum hulls. It can, despite the ejector being staked for 2-3/4" only. Now, I'm thinking of using this...

Can you guys help me figure out my next step? All reloads are 3.405" COAL for my rifle, just off the lands. May 1, 2019 I loaded FL sized brass IMR 4831 53.5gr, 54.0gr, and 54.5gr. I got 0.81" (53.5gr), 1.76" (54.0gr), and 2.73" (54.5gr) at 100 meters. Ok, so I try my uncle's RCBS NS die...

Hi, I was adjusting with the bullet seating die as I like to seat off the lands for my .270 winchester. I accidentally loaded one round to ~3.244" which is well below my 3.405" max overall case length in my rifle. The 270's Cartridge OAL is 3.340", can I still shoot this underspec round and be...

Hi, I have a 1967 Wingmaster that's a V receiver, or 2 3/4" only. I only plan to shoot 2 3/4" in it, but the barrel that came with it is a 30" fixed full choke. I want to buy an Express barrel and a local one for sale is 3.5" supermagnum. I know the older wingmaster barrels are thinner in...

Anybody got the Hornady reloading manual and could look up some data for me? Hornady 150 gr RN .30 cal interlock with IMR4064.

Hi, I've been shooting 170gr in my Marlin 336 and found them to be decent. In your experiences, do you prefer the higher velocity of the 150gr bullet or the heavier weight of the 170gr on game? Is there a preference in which the microgroove rifling of Marlins prefer?

Hi, I was wondering if there’s a common powder I can use for these 2 calibers. I’m loading 170gr 30-30 and 200gr 8mm. I was thinking IMR4064 for 8x57. How about 30-30?

Hi, I just got a R700 Mountain Rifle in 270 Win that I want to work up a 150 grain load for. I will be reloading for the Nosler 150gr BT and 150gr Partition. I've been doing a lot of reading to pick the best powder. IMR, Hodgdon 4350 vs 4831 seems to be really popular, as well as RL-22. For...

Pre-Freedom Group (ha ha) Remington 870 Wingmaster AP manufactured in Nov 1955. Picked it up from the original owner who bought it new and shot around 10 rounds through it and back into the safe it went. After cleaning, oiling, and waxing: Original manual also in the box:

Has anybody tried Foster and Brenneke slugs in a rifled choke and noticed any improvements in accuracy over simply using an improved cylinder choke?

Picked these up off of a Canadian manufacturer called S&J Hardware. A hi-vis green mag follower and forward sling plate. I needed a plate with a ball detent as I'm running an Express barrel on a Wingmaster. Previously I was using an O-ring, but the plate doubles to secure the mag cap and adds a...

Hi, I'm debating between a Ruger New Blackhawk and Ruger New Vaquero. Can I compete with either or does the Blackhawk's sights make it ineligible? Also, what barrel lengths are considered the best compromise between sight radius and quick draw? 4.5'', 5.5'' or 7.5''? And in terms of caliber...

Well here she is! 99C. Not sure what year. She has nice walnut stocks. Bluing on the barrel is good, on the receiver and mag is a little worn. Action is smooooooth and the case-color hardening on the lever is beautiful.

Pretty informative. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhN_R-3cWdQ

Hello, So I shot my Norinco 1911A1 Commander today for the first time. It has been tuned and tightened with a skeletonized hammer and Videcki trigger. First 4 mags of 230 gr FMJ were flawless and I was hitting the targets at the 7 meter mark. However, the 5th magazine I got a feeding problem...

Hi, I just ordered a RCBS kit. I have dies/bullets/cases, now just the powders and primers need to be bought. I kind of want to streamline my powders/primers for the most calibers. Calibers I want to reload for are .308/7.62 NATO (M14), 8mm Mauser, 6.5x55 Swedish, .30-30, and .45 ACP. Is...

I have a Wingmaster receiver and an Express barrel without the ball detent. My magazine cap is the older Wingmaster style, not the Express ratchet style. How can I secure the Express barrel on so it doesn't loosen up after firing? I looked into sling plates with the ball-detent, and was...

I have a Norinco model offered for $420 shipped that has all these features + a trip to the Nork gunsmith to tune, tighten, trigger job, rebluing. Comes with 1 mag, brush, and case. STI hammer, Videcki trigger, safety, extended beavertail.

4 coats of BLO/Alkanet root and paste wax on top. I got that reddish Winchester tint that I wanted. Left all the wear marks in for character since 1955. Old School 50's-Noire style: