Recent content by larmar1942

I did take it to my local gunsmith, no luck, so we sent it to Winchester. I have a theory though. Since this was the very first shot, it is possible that some preservative material was still in the chamber. When the cartridge ignited it could have caused a seal that in effect glued the cartridge...

Thanks for the tip

I recently fired my brand new Winchester Model 1873 chambered in 38/357. The very first shot separated the cartridge case cleanly in half. The bullet exited cleanly, but the top half of the cartridge is stuck in the chamber. I was able to eject the bottom half. I have already tried the obvious...

Isn't the large primer sleeve supposed to be used in seating lg rifle primers?

Thanks, I think that will solver the problem.

I only have one size priming cup. Are there different sizes for different calibers?

Winchester primers, Starline brass, RCBS single stage

Having difficulty seating primers in 243 cartridges. Any tips? Thanks, Larry

Thanks

Thanks

I have a S&W K Frame Revolver I bought second hand in 1967. The pistol has a 4" Barrel with serial number K679246. I would like to know the value if possible

I'm not sure why you would even bother to reply with your smart ass remarks.

This is a brand new rifle purchased directly from Winchester (through bass pro).has a 20 inch barrel. Target shooting only. Looking for an economical load.

I will be using the rifle only for target shooting. The rifle has a 20 inch barrel. Just looking for an economical load, nothing fancy.