Agreed! Just got news that my brass smith is hesitant because of liability. He said I need a munitions shop to make the bullets. Any recommendations? Thanks, Randy
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Agreed! Just got news that my brass smith is hesitant because of liability. He said I need a munitions shop to make the bullets. Any recommendations? Thanks, Randy
Just got some good news. My third round of bulletmakers have said they would take on the job. I am now in need of the Twist Rate for the T-Gewehr. Thanks, Randy.
If you have the rifle, you can use a rod and brush to determine your twist...Quote:
Originally Posted by rescuerandy2
Do not have one yet. I am just watching one for right now. Thanks, Randy
I would have got one re-barrelled in 50 BMG reason being unlimited supply of brass, barrels, projectiles and load data plus you keep the original barrel so when you do sell it you'll get more $'s for it as a collectable instead of one that's been well used, allot of Boys .55's were re-barreled to 50BMG.
No question, using the 50 BMG barrel, as some T-Gewehrs have been converted to, is the most economical way to go. I first thought about buying one about 5 years ago and it was setup with both barrels priced at $10K. Yes, the reloading startup costs are daunting:
1. Dies from CH4D are almost $500 + Shellholder
2. Cases from RCC are $17/each
3. I am pricing out the bullets today
To me, as the ultimate Milsurps Bolt Action Rifle, I got to go as original as possible. You get to a point in life, I am 63, that you start working on the bucket list and this was one of the first on the list some 40 years ago. Thanks, Randy
Twist rate: 1 turn pr. 15.75 In
Jsne
Lee will make custom molds for you. But they are crazy busy now. Try lead bullets and down-load the charge. A few years back the Reno Gunshow had 3 (yes, 3!) T guns for sale. Good luck.
Got some good news on the bullets. Solid copper for $4each which is not too bad as this is very much a labor of love and top of the bucket list. Will be working on the rifle soon. Thanks, Randy
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Thanks Jsne. Got the spec over to the bulletmaker. Randy
Well, you aren't going to be shooting any 30-shot competition series with that monster, are you?Quote:
Originally Posted by rescuerandy2
"You get to a point in life, I am 63, that you start working on the bucket list and this was one of the first on the list some 40 years ago."
Yeah, not getting younger, healthier, richer or prettier - time to get things done!
Eagerly awaiting progress reports!