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  1. Yes the 1879 Hotchkiss had a single rear locking...

    Yes the 1879 Hotchkiss had a single rear locking lug integral with the bolt handle.
  2. Thanks to Richard2 on War Relics forum got the US...

    Thanks to Richard2 on War Relics forum got the US Navy recipient for this rifle. The recipient of the Winchester-Hotchkiss serial number 2926 was the New York Navy Yard, received on January 7, 1880....
  3. Got the Cody Firearms Museum shipment letter; any...

    Got the Cody Firearms Museum shipment letter; any way to trace the order number to see USN recipient?
  4. Here's a Youtube video showing loading and firing...

    Here's a Youtube video showing loading and firing of this type rifle; enjoy!
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0pz6kpZ20s
  5. I've applied to the Cody Firearms Museum to get...

    I've applied to the Cody Firearms Museum to get the shipment information letter and should get answer in about a month. When i shoot the rifle I'll post range report. Does anybody know if a copy of...
  6. Winchester Hotchkiss 45-70 Model 1879 US Navy Rifle

    Here for your viewing pleasure is my Winchester Hotchkiss 45-70 Model 1879 U.S. Navy rifle serial number 2926., 32"" round barrel with Naval acceptance proofs visible (WWK Lt W.W.. Kimball on...
  7. Just got the Colt Archive letter:

    Just got the Colt Archive letter:
  8. I received this interesting reply re my Colt .455...

    I received this interesting reply re my Colt .455 New Service British contract revolver:

    George: You have a wonderful example of the Colt .455 model. The markings leave no doubt it was issued to...
  9. Colt Model 1896 US Army 38 Long Colt revolver

    Here for your perusal is my Colt US Army Model of 1896 serial number 141041 made around 1900. Six inch barrel, six shot, 38 Colt caliber double action military issue revolver. Model of US Army 1896...
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  11. For those interested I just got the 11mmX60...

    For those interested I just got the 11mmX60 Murata 3-piece reloading dies and shell holder from CH4D for $271 shipped.https://www.ch4d.com/products/dies/caliber-list?filter-col=caliber&filter=Murata
  12. Took a look at the inside of grips and looks like...

    Took a look at the inside of grips and looks like there are some initials/numbers "1 WV" on top grip and "15" on the lower grip. Any ideas about these; owner's initials/unit designator; (19)15?
  13. Japanese 8mm Nambu Type 14 Pistol 1944 Production

    Here for your perusal is my Nambu Type 14 8mm pistol serial number 31662 with matching magazine made by the Nagoya Arsenal Toriimatsu Factory in April 1944. Holster has spare magazine, cleaning tool...
  14. Colt 1914 Government Model .45 ACP WWI British/Canadian Markings/US WWII barrel

    Here for your perusal is Colt .45 ACP 1914 Government Model Pistol serial number C9591 which was 1 of 20 shipped to Remington Arms-UMC Company Bridgeport CT on October 5 1914. The Canadian C broad...
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    Here's the Colt Archives shipment information:

    Here's the Colt Archives shipment information:
  16. Thanks for the useful advice; I got this ammo for...

    Thanks for the useful advice; I got this ammo for use in such modern reproductions as the Colt Mason conversion revolver chambered in .38 Special which I assume can handle such ammo
    with no...
  17. I found that this smokeless .38 Special ammo will...

    I found that this smokeless .38 Special ammo will chamber in this revolver; is it safe to shoot in this old warhorse?
    ArmscorPrecision - 38 Special - 158gr - FMJ -
    Caliber: 38SPL
    Bullet Type:...
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    Excellent work; something to be proud of; thanks...

    Excellent work; something to be proud of; thanks for sharing!
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    The Colt 1917 shot well and accurately at metal...

    The Colt 1917 shot well and accurately at metal targets at various ranges (25/50/75 yrds); trigger pull in both single/double action was smooth/fluid when compared to my S&W US Army Model 1917 pistol...
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    I'll take it to the range on Saturday and will...

    I'll take it to the range on Saturday and will post report later.
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    Colt US Army .45ACP Model of 1917

    Here for your perusal is Colt US Army Model of 1917 .45ACP serial number 119613 1918 production. Came with half and full moon clips so will post range report soon.
  22. Here's the shipping info:

    Here's the shipping info:
  23. Took the revolver out to a friend's range and...

    Took the revolver out to a friend's range and shot some 40 rounds and the old Warhorse performed flawlessly and was spot on every time. Yes, tight as a drum and a real hoot to shoot! Since this range...
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    Done several days ago:...

    Done several days ago: https://www.coltforum.com/threads/colt-45lc-philippines-model-of-1902.385175/#post-3290228
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    The US Army had tested the Model 1878 in 1879,...

    The US Army had tested the Model 1878 in 1879, and rejected it – largely because of problems with light primer strikes. Many years later, experience in the Philippines would lead the government to...
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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