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    Ruger #1 in 357 rem maximum - wow

    While at The gunsmith getting re-chambered, had them mount a VX3i. Due to family issues, was not able to get my bench set up so I had to scrounge frantically for a box of factory ammo for the test fire Took the nr 1 with black dog ammunition to the redneck bench rest. Started at 25 yards and...
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    150 grain 3006...Who Shoots 150 Grainers?

    Love the ‘06, I have two of them. Less than 150 yards, the 180 grain Remington round nose Korloch reigns supreme. Hornady superperformance SST 150s Will come apart and usually not exit on deer shorter than 100 yards out. Close range I have had 165 ballistic tips come apart. Have handloaded...
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    Have you had issues with the Lil'gun being unstable in cold wx - seen some comments about that...

    Have you had issues with the Lil'gun being unstable in cold wx - seen some comments about that on the web. Taking the Ruger to the gunsmyth after work today, will get her back end of July chambered in Max and sporting a VX3i 3.5-10x40. Haven't had my reloading press out of the box for about...
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    35Rem Maximum Rifle Loads

    I just picked up a Ruger #1 CHP 357mag that will be going to the gun smyth next week to have the chamber stretched to da Max. This rifle will be used for S. Michigan Deer so I'm primarily looking for favorite powder and pet loads. Looking for 170-190gr bullet loads and a plinking load for a...
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    Slugs - which one is the most accurate and best penetration from a smooth bore?

    When it comes to the old pumpkin ball rifled slug, I like the federal true ball. It is full-size and has been reliably accurate for me back in the day For penetration though you cannot beat the Brenkee. If you want the most penetration, then go with the 3 inch, I shot a bear with one and it was...
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    Maryland sika deer

    Good luck, it’s a blast. I hunted them on public land in both Murlin and Virginia. Careful with your shots, I would recommend using large broad heads as they do not bleed very well, and the cover is brutally thick. The only archery Sika stag that I recovered I actually used a string tracker on.
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    Have you ever used 4227?? It was about the only thing on the store shelf yesterday.....

    Have you ever used 4227?? It was about the only thing on the store shelf yesterday.....
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    Shut. The. Front. Door.

    Shut. The. Front. Door.
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    WOW :^0 I ran some numbers........a 180 hammer, pushed at mv2100fps with a bc 0.335, 170yd...

    WOW :^0 I ran some numbers........a 180 hammer, pushed at mv2100fps with a bc 0.335, 170yd zero 2.8high at 100yds, 2.9low at 200, carrying over 1000lbs energy at +250yds...... I'd pay $1.30/bullet for that!!!!!
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    A 145grain boattail hammer would be Mucho Excellent’e. Should be about the same length as a 170...

    A 145grain boattail hammer would be Mucho Excellent’e. Should be about the same length as a 170 or 180.
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    It’s the CHP, picked it up off gun broker. Day before I had picked up a CVA scout 350L for...

    It’s the CHP, picked it up off gun broker. Day before I had picked up a CVA scout 350L for shooting factory ammo, I haven’t had my reloading bench set up for a couple decades, so I wanted an inexpensive/rain gun. my go to Up North rifle is a B78
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    357 Maximum Rifle, 225gr SBT

    New wildcat, the 357MB (muddy boots) I am in, project rifle arrives in a week or so😉
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    High Velocity Slugs

    Rifled slugs, the fins, do not impart any spin at all, they are there merely to allow the slug to compress and pass through a smoothbore shotgun’s choke
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    Help bringing old rifle new life

    Having a couple heirloom pieces myself - I like the idea of replacing stock n bbl with orig style pieces. Upgrade the trigger. Have the lop set for the girls and I’d stick with the 270, all kinds of factory ammo avail from recoil mgmt to light mags.... That’s my opinion - your mileage may vary 😎
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    870 Supermag VS Mossberg 835

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