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Re: Bucket list

Post by juststarting » 16 Jan 2018, 6:46 pm

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Oldbloke wrote:I like the BO 45-70. I think JS is planning on letting me have his for a bargain priced $250.00. :allegedly:


No.


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Re: Bucket list

Post by Cooper » 16 Jan 2018, 8:12 pm

Have a few gaps

Something in 6mm probably 6mm Creedmoor

Something in 30cal probably 30.06

Maybe a 450 bushmaster as a scrub gun.
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Tripod » 16 Jan 2018, 9:19 pm

Gwion wrote:Absolutely cash strapped but fantasising is free, so:
-Finish my 223mcshort project


What are the dimensions of your McShort ?
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Sawyers » 16 Jan 2018, 10:28 pm

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Daddybang wrote:I've just started saving money to buy a Henry lever action .410 as my contribution to MMM :thumbsup: :drinks:

What model are you going with? The 20 inch barrel with Iron siights looks like it would make for a great slug gun.


Yeah going for the 20" the 24" is just a touch long for the missus to use comfortably!! :shock: :lol:
Its limited to 21/2" shells but that's plenty for the intended purpose ( havin fun!!)
Might fit it with a red dot just cause!!
:thumbsup: :drinks:

I have a Marlin lever .410, I mainly use it for shooting rats when cleaning out sheds, pens ect. My partner finds it a little on the heavy side, it also has enough power to put unruly sheep down out to about 50m when using slugs.
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Re: Bucket list

Post by andreweden » 16 Jan 2018, 10:43 pm

Sako TRG 42 .338LM
Lynx straight pull .308
FN FNX .45ACP
Sig P320
FX Impact air rifle
A lever action .22
16” barrel O/U 12G
Maybe something from Desert Tech for s**ts and giggles!
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Daddybang » 16 Jan 2018, 10:54 pm

Sawyers wrote:
Daddybang wrote:
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Daddybang wrote:I've just started saving money to buy a Henry lever action .410 as my contribution to MMM :thumbsup: :drinks:

What model are you going with? The 20 inch barrel with Iron siights looks like it would make for a great slug gun.


Yeah going for the 20" the 24" is just a touch long for the missus to use comfortably!! :shock: :lol:
Its limited to 21/2" shells but that's plenty for the intended purpose ( havin fun!!)
Might fit it with a red dot just cause!!
:thumbsup: :drinks:

I have a Marlin lever .410, I mainly use it for shooting rats when cleaning out sheds, pens ect. My partner finds it a little on the heavy side, it also has enough power to put unruly sheep down out to about 50m when using slugs.


What's the barrel length of the marlin?
The main use for the Henry will be fun plinking sessions and of course any joe blakes that pose a threat. Also a camp gun if any dogs get to close to us(last time out we had one getting cheeky but we were on crown land so couldn't shoot!) It's probably gonna be a bit of a wait from ordering to delivery but that'll give me something to look forward to!! :lol: :drinks:
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Gwion » 17 Jan 2018, 7:26 am

Tripod wrote:
Gwion wrote:Absolutely cash strapped but fantasising is free, so:
-Finish my 223mcshort project


What are the dimensions of your McShort ?


Diagram here: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=4297&start=18

I have the reamer but have had the biggest issue with dies and go guage. Plus, caah has been funnelled into projects around the property. It's on the backburner but I'm still keen to do it.
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Gwion » 17 Jan 2018, 7:27 am

JS, if you're going a 16" 223rem, keep in mind that leaves you no room to recrown or set back the barrel if anything nasty happens.
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Re: Bucket list

Post by juststarting » 17 Jan 2018, 7:54 am

Gwion wrote:JS, if you're going a 16" 223rem, keep in mind that leaves you no room to recrown or set back the barrel if anything nasty happens.


Did not occur to me. I am still thinking about it, I'm not planning on messing the crown up... But definitely something to consider, it didn't even occur to me. Thanks!
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Gwion » 17 Jan 2018, 8:18 am

No worries, mate. No one ever plans on damaging the crown. :lol: ;)
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Gamerancher » 17 Jan 2018, 8:57 am

I always look at the chamber end of any rifle barrel with a view to possible re-chambering. Has it got enough metal there to be re-chambered?
When getting barrels built I always get them profiled so that they can be re-chambered at least a couple of times. You'll wear the throat out before the bore so an apparent "shot out" barrel will have a new lease of life with a "cut and shut". I've had a few of my rifles that have given me extended barrel life by doing this, both target and hunting rifles . I'll add that they are always well and truly long enough as well.
If you buy a barrel that is already at minimum legal length, this is an option you won't have.
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Re: Bucket list

Post by in2anity » 17 Jan 2018, 9:24 am

Gamerancher wrote:I always look at the chamber end of any rifle barrel with a view to possible re-chambering. Has it got enough metal there to be re-chambered?
When getting barrels built I always get them profiled so that they can be re-chambered at least a couple of times. You'll wear the throat out before the bore so an apparent "shot out" barrel will have a new lease of life with a "cut and shut". I've had a few of my rifles that have given me extended barrel life by doing this, both target and hunting rifles . I'll add that they are always well and truly long enough as well.
If you buy a barrel that is already at minimum legal length, this is an option you won't have.



On the subject, how long do you reckon a 308w barrel would last operating at 2500fps, 41000psi?
At what point does lack of maintenance become patina?
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Gamerancher » 17 Jan 2018, 9:27 am

At a guess, if cared for properly, 4 to 5000 rounds. I have a 7-08 that is now in need of a re-chamber at @ 4500 rounds.
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Re: Bucket list

Post by in2anity » 17 Jan 2018, 9:30 am

Gamerancher wrote:At a guess, if cared for properly, 4 to 5000 rounds. I have a 7-08 that is now in need of a re-chamber at @ 4500 rounds.


And at 60000psi would you say roughly 2 to 3000 rounds?
At what point does lack of maintenance become patina?
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Gamerancher » 17 Jan 2018, 9:33 am

Dunno. :unknown: I don't run any of my loads that high. I used to in a 6.5, but throat life was about 2000 rounds before needing a re-chamber.
Lesson learned. :oops:
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Re: Bucket list

Post by in2anity » 17 Jan 2018, 9:38 am

Gamerancher wrote:Dunno. :unknown: I don't run any of my loads that high. I used to in a 6.5, but throat life was about 2000 rounds before needing a re-chamber.
Lesson learned. :oops:


Sweet thanks mate, I think your estimates sound about right :drinks: will be sticking to 40k psi and only when the need for jacketed arises.
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Re: Bucket list

Post by bladeracer » 17 Jan 2018, 10:27 am

Gwion wrote:Diagram here: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=4297&start=18

I have the reamer but have had the biggest issue with dies and go guage. Plus, caah has been funnelled into projects around the property. It's on the backburner but I'm still keen to do it.


I would think anybody with a lathe can make you the dies and go gauge?
I make bullet sizing dies out of 7/8" bolts.
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Re: Bucket list

Post by sungazer » 17 Jan 2018, 12:38 pm

in2anity wrote:
Gamerancher wrote:At a guess, if cared for properly, 4 to 5000 rounds. I have a 7-08 that is now in need of a re-chamber at @ 4500 rounds.


And at 60000psi would you say roughly 2 to 3000 rounds?


Yep thats about right. I think changing mindset to a barrel is a consumable like brass has to be brought into the equation. Especially when shooting a lot and for accuracy. Most target shooters think this way and will often swap out a barrel based just on the number of rounds rather than have it go off mid season. Certainly if you are ever on a State or National team the 3000 round is the max that you will have on the barrel at the end of all the practices lead up comps and then the final and you must have a backup gun as well.
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Re: Bucket list

Post by bigpete » 17 Jan 2018, 2:07 pm

I want an Indian trade musket
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Noisydad » 17 Jan 2018, 2:21 pm

Gwion wrote:JS, if you're going a 16" 223rem, keep in mind that leaves you no room to recrown or set back the barrel if anything nasty happens.

16" barrels :lol: I think my 24" lever rifles are stunted! Hard to visualize a 16" one when your used to 30" and more! My .50-70 rolling block has a 36" barrel.
There's still a few of Wile. E Coyote's ideas that I haven't tried yet.
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Re: Bucket list

Post by juststarting » 17 Jan 2018, 2:23 pm

I'll still get the 16" :P
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Gwion » 17 Jan 2018, 3:53 pm

I'd go for 18"....
In fact, i already did...
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Re: Bucket list

Post by juststarting » 17 Jan 2018, 4:13 pm

...or 18".
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Re: Bucket list

Post by juststarting » 17 Jan 2018, 8:59 pm

Ok, f*** it, I've been simmering on it for a bit... Remington 7615 with pistol grip, adjustable stock and low power optic. I decided I want one.

Why? Because it looks fun.
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Noisydad » 17 Jan 2018, 9:45 pm

Why? Because it looks fun.[/quote]
Best reason there is!
There's still a few of Wile. E Coyote's ideas that I haven't tried yet.
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Re: Bucket list

Post by hunting99 » 17 Jan 2018, 10:18 pm

44 mag and a 410
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Re: Bucket list

Post by Daddybang » 18 Jan 2018, 8:09 am

Noisydad wrote:Why? Because it looks fun.

Best reason there is![/quote]

Yep!! :drinks:
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Re: Bucket list

Post by in2anity » 18 Jan 2018, 9:44 am

For a hunting rifle, I really like the idea of the CZ-527 Carbine (in 223). The triggers on those things are amazeballs, and I do love the way a carbine points (and obviously carries).
At what point does lack of maintenance become patina?
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Post by TheDude » 18 Jan 2018, 11:55 am

juststarting wrote:Ok, f*** it, I've been simmering on it for a bit... Remington 7615 with pistol grip, adjustable stock and low power optic. I decided I want one.

Why? Because it looks fun.


My previous wishlist item the Warwick WFA1 finally turned up. Definitely worth the 2 plus year wait
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Re: Bucket list

Post by juststarting » 18 Jan 2018, 12:24 pm

I am in that queue. But tbh I am a bit over it.
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