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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

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    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.

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    Quote Originally Posted by rescuerandy2 View Post
    I am now in need of the Twist Rate for the T-Gewehr.
    If you have the rifle, you can use a rod and brush to determine your twist...
    Regards, Jim

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    Do not have one yet. I am just watching one for right now. Thanks, Randy

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    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.

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    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

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    Twist rate: 1 turn pr. 15.75 In

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    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.

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    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

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    Quote Originally Posted by rescuerandy2 View Post
    Solid copper for $4each
    Well, you aren't going to be shooting any 30-shot competition series with that monster, are you?

    "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!
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