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  1. Capt_Oscar

    Powder & Primer Deals Today

    PowderValley(dot)com has Federal and CCI Large Rifle MAGNUM primers In-Stock again.
  2. Capt_Oscar

    Powder & Primer Deals Today

    PowderValley(dot)com has BOTH - Federal 215 and CCI 250 Large Rifle MAGNUM primers In-Stock!
  3. Capt_Oscar

    Trouble with Remington primers

    Not saying this is the situation here, especially if you are uniforming the primer pocket after full length sizing... Sometimes people get the expander stem too deep and the expander ball can press slightly against the bottom of the case. When that happens it can put a bulge in the primer...
  4. Capt_Oscar

    Making 404Jeffery Brass

    Yes, but coming up that far must be done in steps. Neck up to 0.338, anneal, neck up to 0.375, anneal, then full size for 404. If you try to do it in one shot you'll split a lot of case necks. Even 1 intermediate spot like going up to 0.375 and then 0.423 and you'll get very inconsistent neck...
  5. Capt_Oscar

    404 Jeffrey Brass

    ADG makes 375RUM and is readily available. I've found it as cheap as $117/50 in a hard case that can be used with loaded rounds.
  6. Capt_Oscar

    404 Jeffrey Brass

    Case head size is not significantly different. I shoot it in a CRF bolt and a single shot. Still picks up the rim and ejects it properly.
  7. Capt_Oscar

    404 Jeffrey Brass

    I made a post on the reloading forum about making 404J brass out of (375) Remington Ultra Mag brass. The 404J case was the parent case when the RUM line was designed. It's extremely easy to make...until we get a reliable source for proper 404J headstamp brass again.
  8. Capt_Oscar

    450gr loads for 404 Jeffery

    While not your target 450gr, North Fork 430gr at 2345fps will get your attention. With the relief grooves in the solid shank, North Fork bullets keep pressures down compared to traditional bullets of equal weight. These are an "improved" TB Bear Claw on my opinion. Extremely high weight...
  9. Capt_Oscar

    Making 404Jeffery Brass

    Range Results (100yds)
  10. Capt_Oscar

    Making 404Jeffery Brass

    Had some virgin RP brass to experiment with. I did lose 3 cases out of 26 due to miscalculations on my part.
  11. Capt_Oscar

    Making 404Jeffery Brass

    Fired Rounds
  12. Capt_Oscar

    Making 404Jeffery Brass

    Loaded rounds
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    Making 404Jeffery Brass

    In these trying times where brass has become scarce. I want to keep my 404Jeffery headstamped brass for Africa. So I wanted to make my own. While there is a thread on these forums about forming 404J from 375H&H; the smarter choice is forming from cases that use 404J as the parent case. I'm...
  14. Capt_Oscar

    Powder & Primer Deals Today

    Powdervalley(dot)com has Remington Large Rifle AND Large Rifle Magnum primers. The also have CCI Larg Rifle BR.
  15. Capt_Oscar

    Cannelure not right for a cartridge

    I get it... But why spend $125 on a special die when you already have the sizing die at your bench and all you need to do is remove the decapping stem??
  16. Capt_Oscar

    Cannelure not right for a cartridge

    They are both single shots but the seating die doesn't take out the case mouth flare if you cannot roll crimp into the cannelure. As such the loaded round doesn't fall into the chamber. The case rim is actually a few tenths from going flush in the chamber. As far as I know, the Lee Factory Crimp...
  17. Capt_Oscar

    Low Pressure 500N.E. rounds

    I don't like to drop that far down on a powder charge without some kind of wad/filler as you can get wild pressure swings based on how the powder column ignites. While my Ruger No1 would handle that issue, with the TC Encore you could have a barrel blow up on you.
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    Cannelure not right for a cartridge

    In an interesting twist (reloading master class): if you use bullets that aren't designed for your cartridge. IE: Using 50-110 bullets for a 500Nitro Express. The cannelure doesn't line up for crimping. Additionally, the seater die is designed for a roll crimp for the cannelure vice a tapered...
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    Low Pressure 500N.E. rounds

    I have 2 - 500 Nitro Express rifles, a custom Ruger No1 and a TC Encore. The TC Encore needs a lighter recoiling round then factory ammo as it comes in at a mere 8lbs and that is vicious with full throttle ammo. I'm playing with some 500gr Woodleigh FP, designed for 50Alaskan or 50-110Win. I...
  20. Capt_Oscar

    375 Ruger vs 416 Ruger for an all-around rifle

    I'm even less help. I bought a 375 Ruger and had the barrel bored out to 0.423 to make a 404 Ruger. Get what you want and what your wallet supports. 375Ruger ammo and brass, much easier to find. Easier to load down in bullet weight, 250gr for large North American game or go up to 350gr for...
  21. Capt_Oscar

    458 Lott/Win mag

    I have a custom Browning A-Bolt in 458Lott. I had a surplus of 458Win Mag brass and have done exactly what you are asking. This has worked extremely well with North Fork SS Bullets as the bullet itself is a little longer by its design of a solid copper shank. I have shot a bunch of 450gr in the...
  22. Capt_Oscar

    404 Jeffery Reloading Help

    1 tin of Imperial Size Die Wax goes a longgggg way. Last one lasted well over 5yrs. That's the best sizing lube I've found. A little goes a long way and I've never (knock on wood) stuck a case yet, using it.
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    404 Jeffery Reloading Help

    To save time in the future.. Setting up your die: fully remove the size button stem. Screw the die into your press and leave a full turn (360°) from touching the shell holder. Lube a once fired (from your rifle) case and set into the shell holder. Run the ram up fully. Take your case and check...
  24. Capt_Oscar

    404 Jeffrey brass wanted

    It's been an ongoing wait...Raven Rock has a very large shipment of 404J Norma brass coming. I think they ordered special run quantity. It was supposed to be here in mid-August. I reached out to them mid-Nov and they said it's still coming, they were hopeful it would be here before the year was...
  25. Capt_Oscar

    Powder & Primer Deals Today

    MidSouthShootersSupply(dot)com has Winchester Large Rifle Winchester Large Rifle MAGNUM In-Stock
  26. Capt_Oscar

    .416 Hawk Bullets on Buff

    When I did expansion testing on Hawk Bullets in my 404J, every single bullet separated the jacket from the core. When I contacted their engineer, he blamed it on yaw. Either via bullet alignment to the bore as part of my reloading methods or not enough twist rate. My expansion test is dry...
  27. Capt_Oscar

    Zeiss V6 5-30x50 #93 Reticle NEW IN BOX!

    Superb scope, ideal reticle, great price! Good luck with the sale.
  28. Capt_Oscar

    What scope do you trust? Most rugged, dependable rifle scope?

    I'm a Swarovski (1st) and Leupold (2nd) for rifle scopes. When I find a Z6 (Z6i) at a good price, it's go time. Recently snagged a Z5i and equally pleased. I will NEVER...not ever again own a Minox (Blaser Corp is parent). Have had issues with 2 out of 3 of their scopes. Their warranty service...
  29. Capt_Oscar

    Powder & Primer Deals Today

    MidSouthShootersSupply(dot)com has Remington Large Rifle and Large Rifle Magnum primers (In Stock)
  30. Capt_Oscar

    Needing some 375 RUM brass

    Precisionreloading(dot)com has ADG 375Rum brass in stock. $117/50
  31. Capt_Oscar

    Powder & Primer Deals Today

    BrunoShooters has Remington 9 1/2 (Large Rifle) AND 9 1/2M (Large Rifle Magnum) primers in stock. Quite a few of each!!!
  32. Capt_Oscar

    Powder & Primer Deals Today

    MidSouthShootersSupply has Alliant Powders in Stock: Reloder 7, 10x, 15, 15.5, 16, 19, and 25 as well as Power Pro 2000.
  33. Capt_Oscar

    Powder & Primer Deals Today

    PrecisionReloading(dot)com just received a huge shipment of Alliant Powder. Rdlr7, 10, 15, 15.5, 16, 19, and 25. PwrPro2000 They have advised due to Nitrocelulous shortages they don't expect to ship more pwder for a while.
  34. Capt_Oscar

    Powder & Primer Deals Today

    They're sold out now. (Rem LRMag primers at Midway USA)
  35. Capt_Oscar

    Wanted 2-12 Leopold

    Looks so... custom shop not even listed on their website now. Wonder if they'd just swap the reticle in the repair shop? The illuminated B&C is still listed as available on the site.
  36. Capt_Oscar

    Wanted 2-12 Leopold

    Leupold Custom shop. But you pay full MSRP.
  37. Capt_Oscar

    404 jeff woodleigh bullets expansion velocity?

    My mistake - retained weight was 336.1gr
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    404 jeff woodleigh bullets expansion velocity?

    I'll dig through my expansion test photos. I have a 400gr Woodleigh SN, loaded to 2160fps muzzle velocity. Did an expansion test at 50yds. Test was dry magazine, pine 2x4, 5 water jugs to stop. (Had 3 more water jugs just in case - to capture the bullet.) Memory serves it came out at 360gr+/-...
  39. Capt_Oscar

    Wanted Nikon African 1-4

    No.. That's a ridiculous asking price. There are far better options at that price point.
  40. Capt_Oscar

    For Sale .323 North Fork 220gr HP

    Going to run these in my 325WSM (Montana Rifle Co X2) let's see if we can find a nice Elk/Moose load.
  41. Capt_Oscar

    For Sale .323 North Fork 220gr HP

    I'll take them! PM Sent
  42. Capt_Oscar

    Powder & Primer Deals Today

    MidwayUSA just got in Remington 9 1/2M (Large Rifle MAGNUM) Primers. $120+$23Hazmat and limit (1) brick per order. Steep but if you really need them...
  43. Capt_Oscar

    Powder & Primer Deals Today

    Just looked again 1# and 5# shows available and allowed me to add to my cart.
  44. Capt_Oscar

    Powder & Primer Deals Today

    PowderVally(dot)com got a shipment in from Alliant. Reloder 7, 10, 15, 16, 19, and 22
  45. Capt_Oscar

    Placing a Dealer Order with Swift Bullets soon - What are your favorites?

    A-Frame 0.423 - 400gr, 0.458 - 450gr.
  46. Capt_Oscar

    Scope recommendations on a .404J

    I have a Swarovski Z6 EE 1-6×24 on my custom bolt and Nikon Moarch African 1-4×24 on my single shot. Both have the German #4 reticle
  47. Capt_Oscar

    For Sale Swarovski z6 1.7-10

    If the deal falls through, I'll take it.
  48. Capt_Oscar

    For Sale Leupold VX5HD 3-15x44 Firedot Duplex

    Any chance you have 1 of these for sale still???
  49. Capt_Oscar

    450 Nitro Express - TC Encore

    Did SSK Industries do your 470?
 
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