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    Need help with a drilling!

    I've taken to using a Harbor Freight non-contact infrared laser thermometer to track barrel temperature. At this point, I have not had it long enough to draw conclusions, but it will track the temperature increase for progressive rounds and at multiple locations on the barrel.
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    405 win & 45-90 Reloading data

    I've been playing with light loads and .410 bullets for a .41 Magnum due to few and far between 300 grain Hornady bullets. Tried the .412 cast bullets from midway and the first on gave me a perfect side on hole at 50 yards so abandoned that route. I have one of the new reissue Winchester...
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    405 win & 45-90 Reloading data

    https://shootersreference.com/reloadingdata/405-winchester/
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    RCBS deprimer pin...and Bertram brass

    Use a Lee universal depriming die and remove the pin from your RCBS die.
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    7x57 Load Workup with Hornady 154 Spire Points and IMR 4350

    From what I understand, the current data is developed using piezo pressure measurements rather than the older copper crusher measurements. This is a more accurate method and has led to reduced maximum powder charges. I would also use velocity as the limiting factor as it is more easily...
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    7x57 Load Workup with Hornady 154 Spire Points and IMR 4350

    Some of your loads seem to be a bit warm based on published data. I would be very cautious about the last couple of loads.
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    Sellier & Bellot bullets

    Any chance S&B will make the 7mm SPCE bullet available for reloaders?
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    Let's See Your Pig And Pig Gun

    Ruger Hawkeye African .275 Rigby using 160 grain Sierra Gameking running 2540 fps
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    FL Sizing Die Jamming??

    Probably need to use case neck brush with a powder lube such as motor mica. It's 'jamming' during the case neck expansion on the upstroke.
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    Boar tusk question

    Thought about having them made into knife handles? Arno Bernard in South Africa does a great job and told me he would do so with any that I might take in an upcoming safari.
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    Golden State Arms - Mystery Caliber?

    I worked in a Cabela's Gun Library for several months. They can only list the caliber marked on the firearm. No marking, no caliber is listed.
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    on a lighter note...

    By the taste!
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    CZ 527 Magazines .223 Remington New

    Your location?
 
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