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by eagles
Sun Sep 20, 2009 10:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: loads for 50-110
Replies: 24
Views: 1779

Re: loads for 50-110

I will ,Buffalo Bore ammo says it will , buit will it cycle in the gun not sure . If if can no need for a 50 AK . I iw ll have my 50 AK chambered for 50-110 as well if it can choot both why not . the 50-110 given an equal gun will alllways get more power .
by eagles
Sun Sep 20, 2009 9:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: loads for 50-110
Replies: 24
Views: 1779

Re: loads for 50-110

I was just told the 50 AK can be shot in any modern 50-110 is that correct . Will it cycle ok etc ?????
by eagles
Sun Sep 20, 2009 8:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: loads for 50-110
Replies: 24
Views: 1779

Re: loads for 50-110

Sounds like realk good penatration .I think mine nmight pack a good wallop , 30 inch barrel to boot to get max velocity and sight radius , bolt peep and dead mule recoil reducer in the stock to help out a little . I want to try one of the Huge Russian Boars at Bear Mountain . they say they have had ...
by eagles
Sun Sep 20, 2009 6:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: loads for 50-110
Replies: 24
Views: 1779

Re: loads for 50-110

Thanks I will call him tomorrow . I had tried him earlier but he probably does not answer on sunday ,as he is working on a special 375 W. for me . Where was the water buffalo hunt and how did the 348 do ? Were you backing up another guy ?
by eagles
Sun Sep 20, 2009 5:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: loads for 50-110
Replies: 24
Views: 1779

loads for 50-110

Does any commercial company or private hand loader service (maybe a member ?) load max loads for a newly made 50-110 ? In doing a search I found a company, Mashburns , that had lots of old big bore ammo , they showed a box of 50-110 +P and it said Grizzly ammo but when I went to Grizzly ammo it says...
by eagles
Sat Sep 19, 2009 10:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: LOOSING MY MIND
Replies: 57
Views: 3374

Re: LOOSING MY MIND

Tactical huh , I hope he does not read this and it gives him an Idea for an excuse !!!! Very funny
by eagles
Sat Sep 19, 2009 2:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: LOOSING MY MIND
Replies: 57
Views: 3374

Re: LOOSING MY MIND

I never went to him before this . I found him in the yellow pages with some stuff like" if you want the best come here" . He also makes very ellaborate iron gates for people's homes and his gun repair shop is surrounded by the other iron works. The thing is he just looks tired and worn out...
by eagles
Sat Sep 19, 2009 12:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: LOOSING MY MIND
Replies: 57
Views: 3374

Re: LOOSING MY MIND

He said he did fill it some how but he knows he owes for the stock. My first option is a brand new stock from Winchester etc A replacment stock set which is the same as being orriginal as the wood has no serial number in it that I am aware of and all the Winchester stocks for that model are bolt on ...
by eagles
Sat Sep 19, 2009 12:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: LOOSING MY MIND
Replies: 57
Views: 3374

Re: LOOSING MY MIND

good advice !!!
by eagles
Fri Sep 18, 2009 11:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: LOOSING MY MIND
Replies: 57
Views: 3374

Re: LOOSING MY MIND

waiting till monday as I might have a source of unused Winchester factory stocks sets . That will solve the problem . Just tried to finds the small tifle stock compas on line and no luck so far . Still also considering the small eilver shield type inlay as well , even if this winds up a spare stock
by eagles
Fri Sep 18, 2009 10:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: LOOSING MY MIND
Replies: 57
Views: 3374

Re: LOOSING MY MIND

Thanks . Anyone know where to get the stock compas ? I have not seen the since Herters used to sell them
by eagles
Fri Sep 18, 2009 9:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: LOOSING MY MIND
Replies: 57
Views: 3374

LOOSING MY MIND

I recently got an as new Winchester Big Bore lever action rifle 375. I took it to a gunsmith for a few things to be done like sling swivels added . He called me today and said WELL I GUESS I OWE YOU A NEW STOCK !!!!! Believe it or not he took off the stock and drilled the hole in the top instead of ...
by eagles
Mon Sep 14, 2009 5:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Model 95 sling swivel
Replies: 7
Views: 435

Re: Model 95 sling swivel

Ok now here is the accurate info for anyone else with a model 95 . DONT get the Uncle Mikes Winchester lever action barrel band sling swivel for a 405 it is to small . That only fits arround .650 diameter barrels . The 405 is a bit over .700. You need sling number 1597-2 which is fOR A SHOTGUN sized...
by eagles
Sun Sep 13, 2009 9:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Model 95 sling swivel
Replies: 7
Views: 435

Re: Model 95 sling swivel

Thanks . Are they made by Uncle Mikes then ? It would help to know who makes tnese adjustable different clamp on swivels as I can only find one size with Uncle mike Does anyone know ? I allready bought one that was wrong .
by eagles
Sun Sep 13, 2009 7:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Model 95 sling swivel
Replies: 7
Views: 435

Re: Model 95 sling swivel

are you saying the magazine model comes in different diameters ? When I bought the magazine one for my 94 I dont remember their where diameter optionms for the magazine model ?
by eagles
Sun Sep 13, 2009 3:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Model 95 sling swivel
Replies: 7
Views: 435

Re: Model 95 sling swivel

I see now it is the one for tubular magazines . That was not clear so I orderd the one that realy was for a barrel (seemed right since it was for a barrel ) and not a magazine . Thanks
by eagles
Sun Sep 13, 2009 1:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Model 95 sling swivel
Replies: 7
Views: 435

Model 95 sling swivel

I recently asked about sling swivels to use o na model 95 winchestrer. I have the newer 405 model . I was told to get Uncle Mikes barrel band model for levers . I did those but my gunsmith says the barrel of the gun is to large for the solid ring and also it wont go over the front sight as it is not...
by eagles
Wed Aug 26, 2009 4:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: DO YOU OWN A 375 WINCHESTER ???
Replies: 10
Views: 781

Re: DO YOU OWN A 375 WINCHESTER ???

it is a good idea and thanks
by eagles
Wed Aug 26, 2009 4:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: DO YOU OWN A 375 WINCHESTER ???
Replies: 10
Views: 781

Re: DO YOU OWN A 375 WINCHESTER ???

Yes, good idea of course you can use it in a 375 H&H. And it would be good for a lower velocity better exanding round . So are you interested in getting some without having to buy the the large minumum order ? Ok ,once again here is why I am posting 1. not everyone handloads or has profesional p...
by eagles
Wed Aug 26, 2009 1:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: DO YOU OWN A 375 WINCHESTER ???
Replies: 10
Views: 781

Re: DO YOU OWN A 375 WINCHESTER ???

Hi Giff I will be able to post those specs after Grizzly obtains them . They are pros at this . Presure will be held to what the gun is safe with . The 150 slugs is total and we dont have to do that many loaded rounds . That is why if enough people are interested maybe we can just get 40 loaded roun...
by eagles
Wed Aug 26, 2009 9:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: DO YOU OWN A 375 WINCHESTER ???
Replies: 10
Views: 781

Re: DO YOU OWN A 375 WINCHESTER ???

They allready have the bullet, but the jacket is to thick . They will redo the jacket to fit the velocity of this round . This is confirmed from Hawk . I think you should run out and buy one hahaha
by eagles
Wed Aug 26, 2009 1:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: DO YOU OWN A 375 WINCHESTER ???
Replies: 10
Views: 781

DO YOU OWN A 375 WINCHESTER ???

I have antothr thread here where I wantd to get some special 300 grain flat nose expanding rounds for my model 94XTR but thought it might be also good to start a thread about how to get them . . Grizzly amuniition is working with me and Hawk precison bullets will produce a 300 grain flat nose with a...
by eagles
Tue Aug 25, 2009 10:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 300 grain 375 winchester loads
Replies: 3
Views: 560

Re: 300 grain 375 winchester loads

everyone with a 375 Winchester take note I am working with Mike at Grizzly ammo to have Hawk precision bullets make a special thicknes jacket for their 300 grain .375 flat nose slug that will expand at the 1800-1900 fps velocity we expect . The normal one will not . This will put the 375 winchester ...
by eagles
Sat Aug 22, 2009 9:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hunt Africa in America - Sept 11,12th, '09
Replies: 29
Views: 3752

Re: Hunt Africa in America - Sept 11,12th, '09

I tried to find some pictures on the site of the water buffalo cross offered on the hunt. Can you tell me more of where I can see what they look like and the size ? How are they hunted , stalk , spot etc and how many of then are on the property ? Do they have the temperment of a Cape (hope so ) ? I ...
by eagles
Fri Aug 21, 2009 10:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 300 grain 375 winchester loads
Replies: 3
Views: 560

Re: 300 grain 375 winchester loads

thanks , just tried to call . Will call durring working hours. Are you open tomorrow ?
by eagles
Fri Aug 21, 2009 9:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 300 grain 375 winchester loads
Replies: 3
Views: 560

300 grain 375 winchester loads

I see Hawk bullets makes a .375 flat nose slug . Has anyone tried this in the 375 Wincester model 94 ? I would love to try the extra weight but I dont hand load. Can anyone suggest a good custom loading service that could work me up some loads like this . I realize this is a bit long maybe for the c...
by eagles
Wed Aug 12, 2009 4:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sling swivels on a model 95
Replies: 15
Views: 1367

Re: Sling swivels on a model 95

Mike , the 71 is in the for end cap at the end of the magazine tube that I have . The 95 has no such end cap so is yours screwed in the for end , in the wood or mounted on the barrel itself ?
by eagles
Wed Aug 12, 2009 2:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sling swivels on a model 95
Replies: 15
Views: 1367

Re: Sling swivels on a model 95

what does the forward one look like ?
by eagles
Wed Aug 12, 2009 1:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sling swivels on a model 95
Replies: 15
Views: 1367

Re: Sling swivels on a model 95

I do not mind the looks of just the studs . I am more concerned that a for end mounted swivel will bash your hand on recoil. At least in the 405 I heard this was not uncommon .
by eagles
Wed Aug 12, 2009 9:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sling swivels on a model 95
Replies: 15
Views: 1367

Re: Sling swivels on a model 95

Great pictures , thanks !!!
by eagles
Wed Aug 12, 2009 1:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sling swivels on a model 95
Replies: 15
Views: 1367

Re: Sling swivels on a model 95

Sounds good to me , if yours is a 405 what have you used it on and what were the results ?
by eagles
Tue Aug 11, 2009 11:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sling swivels on a model 95
Replies: 15
Views: 1367

Re: Sling swivels on a model 95

THANKS , I had allready ordered that one but then thought perhaps it would not fit tight enough etc . Do you think I should go for the brass shim ? I dont want it rotating and rubbing off the blue etc ? William
by eagles
Tue Aug 11, 2009 9:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sling swivels on a model 95
Replies: 15
Views: 1367

Sling swivels on a model 95

What does everyone suggest for sling swivels on my newer model , model 95 Winchester in 405 caliber ? I have heard a sling stud in the for end could bang up your hand pretty good ,but I can not find a good barrel mounted stud ? I noticed some orriginal rifles had under barrel mounted studs and some ...
by eagles
Thu Jul 23, 2009 9:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: tang length Vs Peep site
Replies: 12
Views: 1109

Re: tang length Vs Peep site

Thanks Jeff but I found the solution, although I think it is way overpriced . Frontier Americana of Fargo makes the bolt aperature site for the model 71 and can do the machine work to install it . You need to send them the bolt and firing pin . The bad news is the cost is $450 . I suppose their is a...
by eagles
Wed Jul 22, 2009 10:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: tang length Vs Peep site
Replies: 12
Views: 1109

Re: tang length Vs Peep site

Thanks , they will work but the way it bulges out form the side of the reciver, looks clunky , to me, anyway . The 71 has an elegance about it . The Bolt site looks very elegant and the tang site looks traditional lever I have a side mounted aperature on my model 95 405 but that is a duplication of ...
by eagles
Tue Jul 21, 2009 10:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: polyfill filler
Replies: 24
Views: 2895

Re: polyfill filler

If you read my email it says "Mic Says " So yes I was repeating the information Mic told me and thought I made that clear. If this were info I was certain about I would not have taken the ammo that was sent to me and would not ask as I would allready know the answer . I also said what Mic ...
by eagles
Tue Jul 21, 2009 8:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: polyfill filler
Replies: 24
Views: 2895

Re: polyfill filler

Mic seems to have some good scientific reasons against the fillers which seem more substanitive then , maybe he is not correct , at least to me . He says the only filler he feels comfortable in using is florist foam which is made from cellulose and crushes when the round is fired . Synthetic fillers...
by eagles
Tue Jul 21, 2009 5:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: polyfill filler
Replies: 24
Views: 2895

polyfill filler

Ok when I got my 50-110 from Regan Noneman he told me the load he used in the bullets I supplied (special spire point Hawk slugs intneded for single shot use , 650 grains ) was IMR 4759 , 34 grains with a polyfill filler I hace his email and just copied it, so no mistake here . I was just talking to...
by eagles
Tue Jul 21, 2009 4:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: tang length Vs Peep site
Replies: 12
Views: 1109

Re: tang length Vs Peep site

Sent him an email but got no response of any kind ????
by eagles
Mon Jul 20, 2009 6:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: tang length Vs Peep site
Replies: 12
Views: 1109

Re: tang length Vs Peep site

Thanks !!!!
by eagles
Mon Jul 20, 2009 3:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: tang length Vs Peep site
Replies: 12
Views: 1109

Re: tang length Vs Peep site

WHO IS RANISBIT ?
by eagles
Mon Jul 20, 2009 10:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: tang length Vs Peep site
Replies: 12
Views: 1109

tang length Vs Peep site

I have a custom ,new model 71 with the modern short tang . I wanted an aperature site and a gunsmith I used in Vegas put the marbles fold down one on the rifle but when I got it , the bolt of course does not clear the site when it is standing , error number one I also asked for a nice express set of...
by eagles
Mon Apr 28, 2008 9:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I need advice
Replies: 86
Views: 11319

Latest, the smith actualy sent me some empty brass , not sure why however , after trying to get them to eject ? Remember how he claimed they ejected fine , made a nice pleasant "clink" sound as they touched the scope on the way out . NOT A CHANCE , the fact is they wont eject at all just l...
by eagles
Sat Apr 19, 2008 1:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I need advice
Replies: 86
Views: 11319

Forgot to say ,remember how I was told for about six months the big hold up was the fine new lever that took so long to craft , was shaped a lot more like the 86 ,less curve than the stock 71 ? As you may have seen in the picture , I got the completle stock lever of the 71 .
by eagles
Sat Apr 19, 2008 1:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I need advice
Replies: 86
Views: 11319

Ok , on some flinters , if you look at Tim Browns custom flintlocks and go to the gallary you can see a high art German Jaeger with a brass Barrel he made for me as well as a Matching pistol , I think he also has some shots of the boar I toolk with the 75 caliber rifle a few years ago . As to stock ...
by eagles
Fri Apr 18, 2008 9:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I need advice
Replies: 86
Views: 11319

Thanks Foxtrapper . Anyone have any ideas of what it would take the fix the ejection problem ? A New ejector ?
by eagles
Thu Apr 17, 2008 11:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I need advice
Replies: 86
Views: 11319

I forget to add no ne answered about the fired shells not ejecting ? Some one out there has to have a 45-70 etc , does your gun eject un fired rounds , my bet is YES .
by eagles
Thu Apr 17, 2008 11:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I need advice
Replies: 86
Views: 11319

I agree over all its a nice piece . The trap was my idea and hand made by the smith as far as I know . As for the scope its really funny as I hate them moslty . I used to rib all my friends who went hunting with them calling them optical delusions as I said you are deluding yourself into thinking it...
by eagles
Thu Apr 17, 2008 9:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I need advice
Replies: 86
Views: 11319

I guese this is supposed to be a sarcastic question in the first place ? I did explain in a few posts that it is a turn of the century style 6x long eye relief scope . I thought it might be fun to try and see how far out I could hit somthing with a 50 -110. I had a model 94 when I was 12 . I prefer ...
by eagles
Thu Apr 17, 2008 8:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I need advice
Replies: 86
Views: 11319

ok thanks to a kind member here arew the shots of the gun I took today. My close up camera was out of space so I had to use what I had . Still you can see at the butt plate end the groslly uneven chopped up pad . The shadow portion is the divit , not to mention the inletting at the bottem is sloppy ...