1918 T-Gewehr Bullets

[rescuerandy2]

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

[rescuerandy2]

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.

[browningautorifle]

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...

[rescuerandy2]

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

[CINDERS]

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.

[rescuerandy2]

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

[Jsne]

Twist rate: 1 turn pr. 15.75 In

Jsne

[Calif-Steve]

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.

[rescuerandy2]

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

[Patrick Chadwick]

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!