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Posted: 9/10/2020 12:48:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I shot one owned by @buck19delta. Was expecting a worm hole to open up upon squeezing the trigger. Big pile of meh. I mean, it’s fuckin sweet but I was expecting.....more. I also have a 375 H&H that I’ve fired some stout safari loads through so there’s that. Maybe it was because of the load? The Hornady flex tip rounds or whatever they’re called. Depends on the load. Trapdoor and cowboy loads feel like plinking. Great fun. You'll feel LeveRevolution and many other hunting loads and probably not be tempted to fire more than a handful. Shoot some Garrett cartridges and you might decide to fight the next bear instead. |
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Posted: 9/10/2020 1:12:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I like the Dark. I wish the SBL was threaded. If the SBL was threaded, I think it would be perfect. https://www.marlinfirearms.com/lever-action/model-1895-big-bore/model-1895-dark-series https://www.marlinfirearms.com/default/files/70455_Model-1895-Dark_Rifle_Right-Profile.png Thanks a lot, man. I had no idea I needed to order ANOTHER gun right now.  
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Posted: 9/10/2020 1:22:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I like the Dark. I wish the SBL was threaded. If the SBL was threaded, I think it would be perfect. https://www.marlinfirearms.com/lever-action/model-1895-big-bore/model-1895-dark-series https://www.marlinfirearms.com/default/files/70455_Model-1895-Dark_Rifle_Right-Profile.png iv got a dark series 30/30. want a dark series threaded 44 mag next.  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/10/2020 1:30:22 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/10/2020 2:37:25 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/10/2020 4:27:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryFYI- If you reload, reusing FTX brass after it’s been fired will be too short. You will have to save the shorter brass for FTX bullets only. |
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Posted: 9/10/2020 4:44:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: FYI- If you reload, reusing FTX brass after it’s been fired will be too short. You will have to save the shorter brass for FTX bullets only. Or seat bullets shallower for the same internal volume. Doesn't work so well with jacketed but it's fine with cast. |
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Posted: 9/10/2020 4:48:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Or seat bullets shallower for the same internal volume. Doesn't work so well with jacketed but it's fine with cast. Just keep them segregated for the crimp's sake. That's really the only problem in straight wall cases. |
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Posted: 9/10/2020 6:39:49 PM EDT
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It ain't much, but it's mine and I love it. Just had to post it.
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Posted: 9/10/2020 6:50:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: - is an original Springfield "trap door" and should only be loaded with cast lead bullets and either black powder (or if you really know what you are doing) a reduced substitute load. It goes without saying it should first be checked by a gunsmith; most owners don't shoot their trapdoors anymore. Rolling blocks are slightly stronger - but probably not many left in shootable condition. https://i.imgur.com/szoYtRP.mp4  |
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Posted: 9/10/2020 6:54:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It ain't much, but it's mine and I love it. Just had to post it. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/428750/20190924_123137_2-1101193.jpg Post details, I love trapdoors. |
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Posted: 9/10/2020 6:57:58 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Post details, I love trapdoors. Yes |
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Posted: 9/10/2020 7:24:42 PM EDT
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There is a 450 Marlin JM model for sale near me for $800, is there any major difference between this and the 45-70 ?
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Posted: 9/10/2020 7:40:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: There is a 450 Marlin JM model for sale near me for $800, is there any major difference between this and the 45-70 ? It's a belted rimless version, I believe it is slightly shorter but is effectively the same thing. Since it can't be used in any weaker gun, mainstream factory ammo is loaded hotter than 45/70 is. OK, .005 shorter. I looked it up. 500 S&W Magnum vs 45-70 vs 450 Marlin 
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Posted: 9/10/2020 7:44:33 PM EDT
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Some medium 300 grain Sierras in nickel Starline brass I loaded for my GBL.
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Posted: 9/10/2020 7:53:33 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/10/2020 7:54:45 PM EDT
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[I was wrong
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Posted: 9/10/2020 7:56:03 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/10/2020 7:56:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It ain't much, but it's mine and I love it. Just had to post it. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/428750/20190924_123137_2-1101193.jpg That’s a lot! Shoot it much? |
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Posted: 9/10/2020 8:28:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Just keep them segregated for the crimp's sake. That's really the only problem in straight wall cases. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Or seat bullets shallower for the same internal volume. Doesn't work so well with jacketed but it's fine with cast. Just keep them segregated for the crimp's sake. That's really the only problem in straight wall cases. Good point too. |
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Posted: 9/10/2020 8:29:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It ain't much, but it's mine and I love it. Just had to post it. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/428750/20190924_123137_2-1101193.jpg Ain't much? Hell of a lot of history there, I'd love it too. ETA-here's my Marlin, and the deer I killed with it. Not a monster, but my first antlered buck, shot with a homemade bullet the first hour of the first season in 50 years or more that Iowa allowed rifles. His head is on the wall. Youth season opens in a little over a week. My daughter wants a buck, bigger than mine. She thinks if she gets one hers can go up and mine comes down. Yeah, she got competitive after she got a doe last year. 
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Posted: 9/10/2020 8:31:28 PM EDT
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I have been bit by the 45-70 bug for awhile, problem is finding one local has become imposable same with a 44mag lever action.
I will find one tho. |
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Posted: 9/10/2020 8:37:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have been bit by the 45-70 bug for awhile, problem is finding one local has become imposable same with a 44mag lever action. I will find one tho. @1shott, the LGS where I bought my Enfield shown above has a new Marlin 1895G for $699, and I think he ships. More than willing to take a look at it for you and put you in touch with him. |
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Posted: 9/11/2020 12:13:40 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: @1shott, the LGS where I bought my Enfield shown above has a new Marlin 1895G for $699, and I think he ships. More than willing to take a look at it for you and put you in touch with him. Thank you @shack357 for the offer. This will sound odd but I need to hold one and shoulder it to see how it feels before I commit, hope it makes sense. I would hate to pay for one, have it shipped in and the length of pull not be comfortable or the weight of the rifle and balance when shouldered not feel right. |
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Posted: 9/16/2020 5:08:09 PM EDT
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My 1863 Sharps Cavalry carbine in 45-70 has arrived!
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Posted: 9/16/2020 5:22:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Thank you @shack357 for the offer. This will sound odd but I need to hold one and shoulder it to see how it feels before I commit, hope it makes sense. I would hate to pay for one, have it shipped in and the length of pull not be comfortable or the weight of the rifle and balance when shouldered not feel right. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: @1shott, the LGS where I bought my Enfield shown above has a new Marlin 1895G for $699, and I think he ships. More than willing to take a look at it for you and put you in touch with him. Thank you @shack357 for the offer. This will sound odd but I need to hold one and shoulder it to see how it feels before I commit, hope it makes sense. I would hate to pay for one, have it shipped in and the length of pull not be comfortable or the weight of the rifle and balance when shouldered not feel right. No worries, I'm always looking for another one and figured I'd mention it. I think my next .45-70 is gonna be a BFR. |
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Posted: 9/16/2020 5:51:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryThat belt looks like it would need suspenders to hold it up! Had a H&R Shikari back in the day. Someone had replaced the plastic trigger guard and barrel band with brass copies. I never loaded for it because I had read about the weak receivers. I sold it and got a Ruger #1. I had 7 boxes of brass from the H&R to load. The #1 has never had a factory round through it. I load 400gr Speers at 1920. That Shikari was beautiful. I kick myself at least once a week for selling it. |
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Posted: 9/16/2020 7:48:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: That belt looks like it would need suspenders to hold it up! Had a H&R Shikari back in the day. Someone had replaced the plastic trigger guard and barrel band with brass copies. I never loaded for it because I had read about the weak receivers. I sold it and got a Ruger #1. I had 7 boxes of brass from the H&R to load. The #1 has never had a factory round through it. I load 400gr Speers at 1920. That Shikari was beautiful. I kick myself at least once a week for selling it. Quote HistoryQuoted: That belt looks like it would need suspenders to hold it up! Had a H&R Shikari back in the day. Someone had replaced the plastic trigger guard and barrel band with brass copies. I never loaded for it because I had read about the weak receivers. I sold it and got a Ruger #1. I had 7 boxes of brass from the H&R to load. The #1 has never had a factory round through it. I load 400gr Speers at 1920. That Shikari was beautiful. I kick myself at least once a week for selling it. Weak receivers? I thought the H&R receivers were almost as strong as the Rugers? I know when I had one, I saw some ammo listed that said "Use only in..." and the H&R was on that list. |
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Posted: 9/16/2020 8:18:26 PM EDT
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 I decided to turn my 1895 .45-70 into a 12.5” SBR. |
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Posted: 9/16/2020 8:36:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: https://i.ibb.co/9m0s2k4/D6-BBC2-D5-DC25-48-BD-B51-E-E26600482-BB5.jpg I decided to turn my 1895 .45-70 into a 12.5” SBR. Looks brutal. I love it. |
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Posted: 9/16/2020 10:39:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: My 1863 Sharps Cavalry carbine in 45-70 has arrived! https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/9749/20200916_170519-1594341.jpg  
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Posted: 9/17/2020 12:09:38 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: https://i.ibb.co/9m0s2k4/D6-BBC2-D5-DC25-48-BD-B51-E-E26600482-BB5.jpg I decided to turn my 1895 .45-70 into a 12.5" SBR. Pic of the fireball at night? |
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Posted: 10/5/2020 9:06:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Pic of the fireball at night? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: https://i.ibb.co/9m0s2k4/D6-BBC2-D5-DC25-48-BD-B51-E-E26600482-BB5.jpg I decided to turn my 1895 .45-70 into a 12.5" SBR. Pic of the fireball at night? Boom!
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Posted: 10/5/2020 9:10:53 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Pic of the fireball at night? I have a 15" 50/70 Encore with integral muzzle brake. Very impressive with the right powders. ETA: Loaded to full modern pressures in Starline cases. I got the blessing of both Starline and the barrel maker first. |
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Posted: 10/5/2020 9:13:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have a 15" 50/70 Encore with integral muzzle brake. Very impressive with the right powders. ETA: Loaded to full modern pressures in Starline cases. I got the blessing of both Starline and the barrel maker first. My 12" .45-70 Contender in interesting in low light. When I bought the first box of ammo for the barrel the LGS owner said "I shot a deer with one of those a couple years ago, without ear protection. I...regretted it." I took that as a warning. |
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Posted: 10/5/2020 9:24:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Monster of a cartridge - can pack a huge punch. I'll soon have one in a 14" T/C Contender... |
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Posted: 10/5/2020 9:33:13 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: My 12" .45-70 Contender in interesting in low light. When I bought the first box of ammo for the barrel the LGS owner said "I shot a deer with one of those a couple years ago, without ear protection. I...regretted it." I took that as a warning. I imagine so. I hope I never find out what mine sounds like; if I hunt with it I use active muffs. |
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Posted: 10/5/2020 9:36:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I'll soon have one in a 14" T/C Contender... Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Monster of a cartridge - can pack a huge punch. I'll soon have one in a 14" T/C Contender... Hold on. Roll with the recoil, don't try to hold it down. Just control where it goes so you don't hit yourself between the eyes with the front sight. And, for the love of God, put the fingers of your support hand OVER the triggerguard, not under and helping hold the gun tighter. Heed this or you will bleed a lot and maybe break your first two knuckles. I learned this with a 14" .44, not even close to what the .45-70 does. Gloves help cushion your palms. Learn to reload and to cast if you don't already. Assuming cheap lead you can go from $2 per round to less than 20 cents-seriously. My cast reloads cost me about $9.50 for 50 rounds. The $1.80 per round saved pays off $250 worth of entry level loading and casting equipment fast. |
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Posted: 10/5/2020 10:59:13 PM EDT
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Quoted: Hold on. Roll with the recoil, don't try to hold it down. Just control where it goes so you don't hit yourself between the eyes with the front sight. And, for the love of God, put the fingers of your support hand OVER the triggerguard, not under and helping hold the gun tighter. Heed this or you will bleed a lot and maybe break your first two knuckles. I learned this with a 14" .44, not even close to what the .45-70 does. Gloves help cushion your palms. Learn to reload and to cast if you don't already. Assuming cheap lead you can go from $2 per round to less than 20 cents-seriously. My cast reloads cost me about $9.50 for 50 rounds. The $1.80 per round saved pays off $250 worth of entry level loading and casting equipment fast. lol I learned that with my 500 encore. Actually settled on a one handed technique where I let it go up and over my head. |
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Posted: 10/5/2020 11:02:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: lol I learned that with my 500 encore. Actually settled on a one handed technique where I let it go up and over my head. You'll be fine then.  I've only had a couple people shoot mine and ask for another round. I'd imagine the .500 would be similar. |
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Posted: 10/5/2020 11:13:51 PM EDT
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I just inherited a 45/70 Marlin from my dad, I shot a couple 300gr rounds. I am new to these guns but loved it. I got a couple boxes that used to be 405gr loads but thats just empty brass.
Reading this thread I should buy a set of dies for my Dillon! I have about 60-80 rounds of brass. Of course I would need those damn primers :( |
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Posted: 10/5/2020 11:14:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: That belt looks like it would need suspenders to hold it up! Had a H&R Shikari back in the day. Someone had replaced the plastic trigger guard and barrel band with brass copies. I never loaded for it because I had read about the weak receivers. I sold it and got a Ruger #1. I had 7 boxes of brass from the H&R to load. The #1 has never had a factory round through it. I load 400gr Speers at 1920. That Shikari was beautiful. I kick myself at least once a week for selling it. Quote HistoryQuoted: That belt looks like it would need suspenders to hold it up! Had a H&R Shikari back in the day. Someone had replaced the plastic trigger guard and barrel band with brass copies. I never loaded for it because I had read about the weak receivers. I sold it and got a Ruger #1. I had 7 boxes of brass from the H&R to load. The #1 has never had a factory round through it. I load 400gr Speers at 1920. That Shikari was beautiful. I kick myself at least once a week for selling it. Referred to here as "stump bro" (loading ammo with a Lee Loader on a stump), this guy has one. Here's the next evolution of that loading process!  No frills reload |
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Posted: 10/6/2020 12:44:13 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: https://i.ibb.co/9m0s2k4/D6-BBC2-D5-DC25-48-BD-B51-E-E26600482-BB5.jpg I decided to turn my 1895 .45-70 into a 12.5" SBR. |
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Posted: 10/6/2020 12:55:28 AM EDT
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 45-70 reload |
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Posted: 10/10/2020 8:47:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Some medium 300 grain Sierras in nickel Starline brass I loaded for my GBL. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/31823/62D78D3A-AA9B-47C0-8610-C75A2A424FD3-1586471.jpg I like that loading block! |
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Posted: 10/10/2020 9:11:16 PM EDT
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I will often write the load data directly onto the case with a sharpie. I can't lose or forget it that way.
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Posted: 10/10/2020 10:08:38 PM EDT
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60 million bison can't be wrong.
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Posted: 10/10/2020 10:52:16 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/10/2020 11:22:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Not mine, but I made the cheekrest/riser and the leather loop cover https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/206836/IMG_0949_jpg-1630063.JPG How much?
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Posted: 10/11/2020 12:26:34 AM EDT
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Just powder coated and sized some 405gr cast bullet. With H4198 behind it, it will let ya know you are throwing some weight downrange. :)
 Though, I just bore scoped my Marlin 1895 barrel, and I kinda wonder of the rifling cutter has been sharpened since 1895.... Need to lap that thing. |
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