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    Transonic buffet, and the "G" code I'd like to...

    Transonic buffet, and the "G" code I'd like to see isn't released by gubmint.
    Keep velocity below 1040 fps at the muzzle, or above 1160 fps at the target.
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    I use the ratcheting attachment on the end of the...

    I use the ratcheting attachment on the end of the thimble, this provides the correct torque.
    But I think it's more important to have a casting .001" larger than the bore and thick enough paper to...
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    On incoming packages, FEDEX gets them to me in...

    On incoming packages, FEDEX gets them to me in the best condition.
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    I ordered on 12/20 and got the package on the...

    I ordered on 12/20 and got the package on the 31st, much quicker than I expected.
    I have a mold with 2 different cavities for 30 cal., from AC/WW one is .0017 oversize (per their tolerance) and...
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    Did NEI close up for vacation?

    I've been trying to get hold of them since the 2nd but no reply.
    Has anyone else spoken with them, or know what's going on?
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    It's a "let's see if this really headspaces on...

    It's a "let's see if this really headspaces on the belt" experiment.
    Or depending on bullet diameter it could be a "338 Win Mag-338 Weatherby" fireformed.
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    I think the Lee tester is at least consistent,...

    I think the Lee tester is at least consistent, but am surprised by some of my results.
    Like others have said, let the water quenched sit two weeks before testing hardness, air-cooled 24 hours.
    ...
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    I'm no expert but if the gas checks (even Lyman)...

    I'm no expert but if the gas checks (even Lyman) won't crimp on I think your alloy is too soft, shrinking in the mold. What alloy are you using?
    Try backing your targets with cardboard to see if...
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    The Lieca works, and it's a cheap lesson in...

    The Lieca works, and it's a cheap lesson in quality glass's power to gather light.
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    Magic "8" ball says "not likely".

    Magic "8" ball says "not likely".
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    Some wheel weight alloy can be an eye opener, did...

    Some wheel weight alloy can be an eye opener, did you water drop those bullets?
  12. Thread: Book list

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    How do you like yer bacon ?

    Look for a copy of "My Fifty Years in Alaska" by Hardy Trefsger. Very interesting and powerful.


    A magazine article that covers some of the same ground although preceeds Trefsger's arrival by...
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    I have a long and a short Savage, and niether...

    I have a long and a short Savage, and niether have their first barrel swap still on. What I had happen on one of them got me to split the barrel nut to remove it, after stripping a barrel wrench....
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    I use the PB Blaster for penetrating rust, I'd...

    I use the PB Blaster for penetrating rust, I'd say it's second only to Aero Kroil. And the reason I use it is that it's about 1/3 the cost.
    I store my molds dry, but I do store seldom used...
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    They used to do great, last two orders not so...

    They used to do great, last two orders not so good, three months is too long to learn they don't have it in stock, and they aren't going to get anymore "M" dies.
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    The mold will drop bigger than .429, unless using...

    The mold will drop bigger than .429, unless using pure lead. You need to cast some and measure what you get.
    You do not need to use the same size sizing die as is listed on the mold.
    I have a SRH...
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    The sizer will be bigger than .429, what are you...

    The sizer will be bigger than .429, what are you shooting S&W, Ruger, ????
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    Just never use a case filler (kapok) when the...

    Just never use a case filler (kapok) when the barrel has a brake.
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    A 5.6 x 50 Rimmed can run 52,000 c.u.p. in a...

    A 5.6 x 50 Rimmed can run 52,000 c.u.p. in a contender.
    I have a Super 14 6 T/CU rechambered to 6 x 50R improved, it's fast, loud & accurate.
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    30-30 Twist rate

    I think they gave you the twist rate for something other than a 30-30, standard twist rate for the 30-30 is 1-in-12".
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    Sight help

    The first thing I will suggest is to go to the health food store and look for "Bilberry Tea".
    Then more importantly, your eyes need exercise. Focusing on a near then distant object, and back and...
  22. Thread: lead levels

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    Grizzly

    A fishing buddy of mine was 2x wounded in Korea and still carries grenade fragments in his body, never asked him why but his longtime friends call him "GRIZZLY" I can guess why now.
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    Here's another chart; ...

    Here's another chart;

    http://www.reloadingroom.com/page35.html
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    Winchester brass is more consistent than...

    Winchester brass is more consistent than Remington, but has a little less capacity.
    A gas check will keep you from melting the base at hunting velocities.
    I think the Lyman 311041 or the Lee...
  25. One other difference is that the Marlin is .100"...

    One other difference is that the Marlin is .100" longer in case length. And no, with the deeper belt depth, the primer will never be hit hard enough to go off, if you make cases from a standard...
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Abbreviations used in Reloading

BP Bronze Point IMR Improved Military Rifle PTD Pointed
BR Bench Rest M Magnum RN Round Nose
BT Boat Tail PL Power-Lokt SP Soft Point
C Compressed Charge PR Primer SPCL Soft Point "Core-Lokt"
HP Hollow Point PSPCL Pointed Soft Point "Core Lokt" C.O.L. Cartridge Overall Length
PSP Pointed Soft Point Spz Spitzer Point SBT Spitzer Boat Tail
LRN Lead Round Nose LWC Lead Wad Cutter LSWC Lead Semi Wad Cutter
GC Gas Check