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What could possibly go wrong?

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Sorry, a couple of hours east.

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Any of you guys take the plunge for a FA .500 Wyoming Express? I thought that would be cool but a .44 mag kicks plenty for me :D Not a Wyoming Express but the ballistic twin (500 JRH). This is an FA83 converted to 500JRH by Jack Huntington. . https://photos.imageevent.com/paul105/hobby/500%20JRH%20...

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I have the twin of Jim's but obviously without the inscription and engraving. . Here it is with the 45 acp cyl (pretty much permanently installed). . https://photos.imageevent.com/paul105/hobby/IMG_3236%20-1.jpg . And with the 45 Colt cyl shown with 386 L Frame .357 for size comparison. . https://ph...

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I'm sure it must have been addressed but I haven't seen it -- WHY WAS THERE LIVE AMMO ON SET and who brought it there?

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Scott, what are you going to use as a host? What is your intended use. Just curious as to what others use theirs for. Thanks, Paul Paul, I own a number of suppressors. This particular one will be used on a little bolt action.300 Blackout. I reckon I’ll shoot whatever from hogs to deer to varmints w...

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Scott, what are you going to use as a host? What is your intended use. Just curious as to what others use theirs for. Thanks,
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I have one of the 66-8s. Decided to test some loads using by then new Labradar. . Labradar Muzzle Velocity (familiarization run) 60 Deg F S&W M66-8 2.75" .357 Mag 130gr Fed Hydra-Shok JHP "Personal Defense" PD357HS2 H …….. 1,416 fps avg (84 fps ES) -- two rounds 140gr Underwood Xt...

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I have a FA757 (orig designation for 475 LB) that I bought used. Don't know how many round orig owner shot, but I put a little over 15,000 rnds thru it and towards the end started chasing point of impact and rear sight looked like picture above. Turns out the barrel was unscrewing under recoil. Barr...

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Speaking of Sanderson brought back a memory. 35 plus years ago, my son and I were sitting on the side of an arroyo outside of Sanderson TX. We were mule deer hunting with a group of other hunters. Others were set up at various locations. We spotted a single javalina wandering down the arroyo. My son...

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First off let me say that I'm real lazy and anything that reduces effort is a plus for me. I have two RCBS Rock Chuckers (one was bought as a backup). The original is set up for use with the Loc n Load bushings and I really like them. Also, they can save some time if you're only loading a limited nu...

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Back when America was free and the FBI didn't harass people for speaking their minds, we kids carried our .22 rifles around openly and hunted with them, had them on our bicycles and no one freaked out about it. We didn't shoot each other or anyone else. The guy at the hardware store sold us .22 she...

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I shot this target sandbagged at 25 yds with a 4 1/4" S&W M69 .44 Mag. Two shots per load to limit recoil fatigue and reduce target clutter. Point of aim was the same for all groups (center target diamond). I'm sure different guns, calibers, loads would show different results. . https://pho...

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I've ordered a fair amount over time and always received products. What Jim T said above -- It takes a while so be patient.

FWIW,

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Bought this from Mark Hargrove 17 yrs ago. It has always been one of my favorites - 45 Colt/ACP.
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I've had a 6" "field grade" M83 since the late 80s or very early 90s (can't remember but it only cost $900). It is one of the most accurate revolvers I've had (along with a M97 .44 special). . https://photos.imageevent.com/paul105/hobby/large/FA83%20454.JPG . FA makes great stuff but,...

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Recently acquired some 330gr lead flat nose powder coated projectiles but haven't loaded any yet. Plan on starting with 8.5 gr of HP38 and see whats what.
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I just calculated a 440gr 50 caliber at 850 fps - 26.7 TKO. I no longer have any use for this gun (and can no longer handle heaver load recoil) but like it so much I just can't part with it. It's a Freedom Arms M83 converted by Jack Huntington to 500 JRH. Bought it used 10 yrs ago when I was going t...

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I don’t want to appear to be complaining. I’ve owned this machine for more than half of my life. It’s been a great help to me and if I had to, I’d buy another one just like it! Never entered my mind. Only wanted to add that in my experience, high useage mechanical things can and do break. I've even...

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I broke the "crank" on a Dillon 550 that I bought back in the early 80s. Probably had 80,000 plus rnds. Also, broke the same part on a Dillon Square Deal B with considerably less rnds thru it. Have two of each, so no loading down time. Stuff happens. Dillon's warranty has been unbeatable o...

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Been there done that!

Browned some filets and stuck the frying pan in the oven to finish cooking. Grabbed the handle of the frying pan (with bare hand and oven mitt on other) when removing from hot oven.

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My all day, every day carry gun for the better part of a decade. Carried as backup while bow hunting elk until a couple of yrs ago until limited mobility curtailed that activity. Light weight, snappy recoil, fiber optic front and v notch rear not conducive to target accuracy. If shot a lot with magn...

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What powder charge in the 50 AE?

Thanks,

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I bought a .500 Lee 2 cavity round ball mold for the same reason. Haven't got around to casting any yet. Was going to use some liquid alox or powder coat for lube. Really interested to see your results. Really like the gun, but more than I can handle anymore. https://photos.imageevent.com/paul105/ho...

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Johnson liquid wax was the ingredient in the original BLL formula that was discontinued. A substitute has been identified and the formula updated. It is discussed here by the originator: https://artfulbullet.com/index.php?threads/bll-bens-liquid-lube.6306/ . Probably a lot larger quantity than most ...

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Thoroughly enjoyed this thread. Love the puppy pictures. It's been a long time since we've had puppies around - 30 plus years. Always had dogs around but the last 3 generations have all been rescues.

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Bought the single six from Dave Clements yrs ago. Here's his description: "I have an early 5 digit Single 6 in .22 LR for sale. This gun has the XR3 frame with factory black plastic grips. Barrel length is 5 1/2", factory steel ejector hsg. drift adjustable rear sight. I set the barrel/ cy...

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Had so many threads destroyed by photobucket. 20 years ago that was the only host to use on forums and ebay. You can right click,select preview image to see original image without watermark.I had over 3k images on there at one time. You can download the pictures in your album even if you are not a ...

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GunnyMack wrote: ↑Wed Jun 07, 2023 6:03 pm Sure thing Scott! Believe me, it's my pleasure!!

If this isn't a happy puppy!?20230607_182210.jpg

That little guy made my day.

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Dogs are family. They just don't live long enough. My sincere condolences.

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Skinner sights might be able to help.

http://skinnersights.com/

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ywaltzucanrknrl Yes, it's the range you describe. The suppressor is a Rugged Obsidian .45 pistol suppressor - two configurations, so that you can have a shorter and lighter suppressor in seconds (the longer version is pictured above). It is rated for .44 mag but fixed barrel use requires a fixed bar...

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Chiappa Wildlands 16.5" threaded bbl .44 Mag, skinner peep and optics rail, fiber optic front. For load development mounted the Leupold 2.5 x 8. . Today before being run off by rain . https://photos.imageevent.com/paul105/hobby/IMG_6317.jpg . https://photos.imageevent.com/paul105/hobby/large/Ch...

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Did a few searches MSRP $1,479 -- where avail, street price a couple hundred less. 336 MSRP $1,239. Both MSRPs from Marlin website. Something seriously amiss with Grab A Gun pricing.
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Got an email from Grab a Gun this morning - the price of this 1895 was an eye opener. Have also received "sale" price promotion emails for 336s that were in the $1,300ish range. . https://photos.imageevent.com/paul105/hobby/large/Screenshot%202023-04-17%20at%2010-07-29%20Mail%20-%20Paul%20...

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I think the 41 Mag is the same frame as the 45 Colt -- here's mine . https://photos.imageevent.com/paul105/hobby/large/thumbnail_IMG_4123.jpg . This thing can run some pretty impressive loads but it's a handful. More sedate are fun and accurate. Mine shoots high with .41 mag ammo, so I developed a l...

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Here's another light weight that will get your attention. S&M M396 - 18oz .44 special. Great to carry - can be a bit frisky with upper end .44 special - actually worse than the 340/360 S&W .357s. . https://photos.imageevent.com/paul105/hobby/large/SandW%20396%20thumbnail_IMG_4601%20-%20Copy....

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I've had three of them. Still have two. Very specialized units. My all day everyday carry for the better part of a decade here in Montana. Shot over 9,000 rnds of lower end .44 mags thru them. They don't hold up well to heavy use with 1,100 fps 240gr+ loads. Best weight to power ratio handgun avail....

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Think you'll find the 45 ACP cyl useful and enjoyable. My 3 1/2" round butt Freedom Arms M97 doesn't see the 45 Colt cyl much at all any more.
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Outstanding! I salute her!

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Easily over looked in the verbiage above -- "Don't even know if this stabilizes". Bought these to try in my .357 Maximum but got sidetracked. One of these days will load some up in the 357 and shoot at 50 yds looking for "clean" holes.

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Tut: I don't plan on using enough of these to warrant having a mold made: Cast Performance (Grizzly Cartridge) offers the 200gr WLNGC in .357 very similar if not identical to the Leadheads version . Cast Performance: . https://photos.imageevent.com/paul105/hobby/websize/357%20200gr%20WLNGC%20Grizzly...

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Might be of interest. Got a Labradar chrono a while back. Was doing familiarization and got the following results. Labradar Muzzle Velocity (familiarization run) 60 Deg F S&W M66-8 2.75" .357 Mag Caution - 200gr loads should be approached with caution - this bullet is not longer avail from ...

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Always brings tears to my eyes. They have brought so much joy to me and my family. House would be empty without one. Sorry for your loss.

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Nice! What is the finish?

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as Marlinman and Pitchy mentioned above -- To old to run and no where to go anyway. If the grid goes down in the winter in the northern states, you are probably best to "hunker" down and will be lucky to survive starvation and exposure. Worst case scenario - Yellowstone super volcano blows...

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ze54BiPAu9M

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Here's a smart phone app that is frequently updated. Comprehensive info and addresses open carry as well. IIRC it's $1 per yr.

As with all things legal, use due diligence.

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Mule deer hunting along the border near Sanderson TX (35 yrs ago) with a party of four. Late one afternoon my son (10 at the time) and I were sitting on the high side finger of an arroyo. Son had his trusty BB gun. Spotted a lone javelina working its way down the arroyo below us and unaware of our p...

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