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  1. Thread: MagTech Ammo

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    MagTech Ammo

    Yesterday afternoon an older gentleman was trying out his new carry pistol, a domestically produced compact SS 1911. He needed help clearing a FTE jamb. We were short handed, I was running my butt...
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    In December 2000 we purchased a foreclosed four...

    In December 2000 we purchased a foreclosed four year old townhome in a newer ‘luxury’ development. There were four 3.000 square foot units in each building. The gas service was split into four...
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    I’ve been using an Auto Bench Primer for a long...

    I’ve been using an Auto Bench Primer for a long time. Maybe 6-8 years. Up until a few years ago I was priming & loading 10k + rounds per year. Here’s my take on the Auto Prime.
    1. Depending on...
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    Forum: Our Town

    We didn’t choose electric, around here there is...

    We didn’t choose electric, around here there is no natural gas available East of US-1.
    Some of our prior homes had gas. It took some time to get used to all electric. A gas stove top heats up...
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    Forum: Cast Boolits

    As kids we reloaded in the basement. Dad had me...

    As kids we reloaded in the basement. Dad had me cover the floor drain in the reloading area with duct-tape. He said the last thing he needed was 1 and 1/8 ounce of #7.5s in the drain lines.
  6. Thread: M1 Carbine

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    I understand that’s the procedure as set forth in...

    I understand that’s the procedure as set forth in the instructions. My digital calipers are set to 1.290”. The L&L trimmer is set to cut to 1.289”. If I check case length around the circumference...
  7. Thread: M1 Carbine

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    Only ‘expanding’ I do is flaring the case mouth...

    Only ‘expanding’ I do is flaring the case mouth and that occurs after I trim.I kind of figured flaring would shorten the COL slightly. Trimming is something I really don’t enjoy doing. Part of the...
  8. Thread: Guest Posts

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    I noticed later their posts were 10 years old.

    I noticed later their posts were 10 years old.
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    That’s the truth.

    That’s the truth.
  10. Thread: Guest Posts

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    Guest Posts

    I just noticed a couple ‘guest’ posts in the Reloading Tools subsection. After six years membership I never knew (or completely forgot) non-members could post on Cast Boolits.
  11. Thread: M1 Carbine

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    I batch process all my brass. Decap, tumble,...

    I batch process all my brass. Decap, tumble, lube and size, then store for future loading. With .30 I added the step of gauging length after sizing. Roughly 10% require trimming. They go in a bin...
  12. Thread: $0.08 Primers

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    Makes a guy wonder ‘what is the true cost...

    Makes a guy wonder ‘what is the true cost reloading supply stores pay for primers?
    The demand for primers is so high that nobody is going to sell them at or below cost. Nobody.
    At $69 / K, we can...
  13. Thread: S&W Model 52

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    I’m of similar mind about the 52-2 mentioned in...

    I’m of similar mind about the 52-2 mentioned in post# 8. I took a closer look at it last week. It’s not ANIB, having a few minor scratches. Only has one magazine. And it has been there for 8...
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    Forum: Cast Boolits

    The double cannelure rings indicate it was loaded...

    The double cannelure rings indicate it was loaded with a HBWC, a single ring near the middle of the case would be for DEWC’s.
  15. Thread: S&W Model 52

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    Again, what’s wrong with ‘plated wadcutters’ in a...

    Again, what’s wrong with ‘plated wadcutters’ in a 52?
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    Forum: Our Town

    Florida makes it easy. A reminder 30-45 days...

    Florida makes it easy. A reminder 30-45 days before expiration. Renewal can be on-line, via mail or in person at the tax collector’s office.
    The first two options require the holder to purchase...
  17. Thread: Wide Feet

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    I don’t have wide feet but have to buy 9EEE on...

    I don’t have wide feet but have to buy 9EEE on account of my arches and insteps being high. Slip-ons, especially boots, are out of the question.
    It’s about time someone brings suit against the...
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    What do these fit?

    Came across them in a miscellaneous parts box. Identical but one is SP and other is LP. Anyone know what press they fit?

    325469
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    Forum: Our Town

    Ducks & geese can unwittingly transport fish eggs...

    Ducks & geese can unwittingly transport fish eggs (pike eggs too) in their feathers. We bought a property that was overrun with pygmy warmouth bass the original owner had never introduced to the...
  20. Thread: S&W Model 52

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    Why or by whom?

    Why or by whom?
  21. Thread: S&W Model 52

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    Several years ago Clark ran off a batch of model...

    Several years ago Clark ran off a batch of model 52, 1-10 twist barrels. They were sold out before Clark started making them.
  22. Thread: S&W Model 52

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    My 52-2 was built right before they shut down the...

    My 52-2 was built right before they shut down the line. I’m told the employees in that department went over to the performance shop afterwards.
    The LGF connected to the indoor range I frequent...
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    WTB If your friend finds the Sako rings he wants will...

    If your friend finds the Sako rings he wants will he be selling the high mounts?
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    WTS En of the month. Moderator, please close this...

    En of the month. Moderator, please close this thread.
    Thanks
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    Forum: Our Town

    Porcupine Mountains / Lake in the Clouds...

    Porcupine Mountains / Lake in the Clouds Wilderness State park is worth a few days stay. Fort Mackinaw is neat but it doesn’t get any more historic than Fort Michilimackinac.
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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