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    As a kid I was a huge gun geek. I subscribed to...

    As a kid I was a huge gun geek. I subscribed to ever major gun rag and read and reread every word. I don't remember when taper crimps became a thing, but I know I had a hard time finding one in...
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    Do you have reference for that? Yes, the 45 ACP...

    Do you have reference for that? Yes, the 45 ACP headspaces on the case mouth but until the 80's I am not aware of any 45 ACP die sets that came standard with a taper crimp. I had to purchase both...
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    I am not sure when taper crimping got to be a...

    I am not sure when taper crimping got to be a thing, but I purchased a Colt Gold Cup National Match in 1974 and roll crimping was standard operating procedures at that time. I didn't start using a...
  4. Thread: S&W Model 52

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    When the bullseye teams went away, I had to turn...

    When the bullseye teams went away, I had to turn in the 24 Colt Gold Cup National Match .38 Special's in like new condition. We only had 6 of the 52's and 24 S&W model 46's. I really wanted a Gold...
  5. Thread: S&W Model 52

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    Here is the history of the 52's...

    Here is the history of the 52's https://www.shootingtimes.com/editorial/handgun_reviews_st_swmodel5238_200906/100100

    Yes the 251 was H&G 52 mold and it listed as 0.356" ...
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    Never seen a chromed RL1050. The RL 1000 built...

    Never seen a chromed RL1050. The RL 1000 built on a stainless-steel frame. RL 1000's were discontinued in 1989 and replaced with the RL 1050 than later the Super 1050's.



    If I understand...
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    If I was building or purchasing anything for the...

    If I was building or purchasing anything for the issues you are having it would be a roll sizer. https://www.rollsizer.com/
  8. Next Generation Squad Weapon and optic exceed paratrooper expectations

    Next Generation Squad Weapon and optic exceed paratrooper expectations...
  9. AUCTION Per the OP shipping is included.

    Per the OP shipping is included.
  10. Forum: Cast Boolits

    First couple of molds I ordered were great. ...

    First couple of molds I ordered were great. After that not so much. Not sure I will order from them again.
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    I'm confused. I have two RL1050's and the...

    I'm confused. I have two RL1050's and the priming system is almost bulletproof? I do run all my brass twice. First step is with a universal depriming die or a standard sizing die depending on how...
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    https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/theswissriflesdotc...

    https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/theswissriflesdotcommessageboard/forming-7-5-x-55mm-cases-for-k31-t2017.html#:~:text=Take%20the.284%20Win.%20case%20and%20lightly%20lube%20it,than%20the%20one%20they%20...
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    https://thekitchenknowhow.com/how-to-render-beef-f...

    https://thekitchenknowhow.com/how-to-render-beef-fat/
    Keep homemade tallow refrigerated for up to 3 months or frozen for up to a year.
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    followed by $55
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    Convection ovens still normally need to be...

    Convection ovens still normally need to be pre-heated. They are just standard ovens with a fan. That being said if it works for you no reason to change.
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    Knowledge equals safety when it comes to...

    Knowledge equals safety when it comes to reloading. You already have a RCBS case mic you have the ability to better than some place withing SAAMI standards at zero cost and minimal effort. The...
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    Never thought I would be defending "The Real...

    Never thought I would be defending "The Real Gunsmith" but he is correct most are not setting up their dies for optimal performance. The manufactures recommendations are based on producing ammo...
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    Not Manual but Haas claims to be US made. Not...

    Not Manual but Haas claims to be US made. Not sure if that includes the electronics?
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    While both electric - induction and traditional...

    While both electric - induction and traditional electric stoves are much different animals when it comes to control and speed of cooking. It appears some are lumping them together.
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    For the OP induction would be the best choice. ...

    For the OP induction would be the best choice. https://www.consumerreports.org/appliances/ranges/pros-and-cons-of-induction-cooktops-and-ranges-a5854942923/

    I love my gas stove and my induction...
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    Thats by far the best visual I have seen. Thanks...

    Thats by far the best visual I have seen. Thanks for posting.
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    Lots of different modules for different firearms....

    Lots of different modules for different firearms. Need pictures.

    I use this style https://www.badgerridgeind.com/store/p121/Savage10MLPrimerCarrier.html
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    It would not be for me unless it was a 1/10 of...

    It would not be for me unless it was a 1/10 of the price. The question is will it sell to collector of foreign governments contract arms?
  24. Thread: A raise.

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    I've been on both sides of the table also. ...

    I've been on both sides of the table also. Performance reviews are never fun. Generally, most people are happy when they get a real raise. When the "raise" is less than inflation and the...
  25. Thread: A raise.

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    Did the raise cover the cost-of-living increase...

    Did the raise cover the cost-of-living increase in your area? While I agree raises are always nice they are less nice if you are going backwards in purchasing power. In the past I've had zero...
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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