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    Savage/stevens 555 28ga forcing cone damage

    Forcing cones are notoriously rougher than the bore. I believe Mossberg chrome lines these bores so be cautious with forcing cone reamers and such. If they have chrome lined over a roogh forcing cone that is exactly what you will get. A chrome lined rough spot. 50/50 acetone / atf should...
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    Savage/stevens 555 28ga forcing cone damage

    Forcing cones are notoriously rougher than the bore. I believe Mossberg chrome lines these bores so be cautious with forcing cone reamers and such. If they have chrome lined over a roogh forcing cone that is exactly what you will get. A chrome lined rough spot. 50/50 acetone / atf should...
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    Blown primer in .243 Ackley

    Adam, You're getting a lot of good info( and some uncalled for criticism ) but you have stated that you have previously shot these Bergers in your rifle and really the only new variable is the new jug of powder. Definitely stay away from the 46 gr load, it is obviously too hot for your...
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    Daughter wants a new (smaller and lighter) rifle....

    The Weatherby Vanguard Camilla from Buds Guns runs about $630. Not bad for a lightweight gun with nice wood and good wood to metal fit. Its a great looking gun, which is always a hit with the ladies.
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    Daughter wants a new (smaller and lighter) rifle....

    My recommendation would definitely be a Weatherby Vanguard Camilla in either 6.5 Creedmoor or 7mm/08. Of course, without getting personal, a lot would depend upon the build of your daughter but the Camilla is built for females, is light and very accurate. I personally have 9 granddaughters, 8 of...
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    Daughter wants a new (smaller and lighter) rifle....

    My recommendation would definitely be a Weatherby Vanguard Camilla in either 6.5 Creedmoor or 7mm/08. Of course, without getting personal, a lot would depend upon the build of your daughter but the Camilla is built for females, is light and very accurate. I personally have 9 granddaughters, 8...
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