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McMaster-Carr is your friend at times like this. You may need to turn your barrel down to the right diameter to even accept the die. If you don't have experience with or access to a lathe, that could be an issue. I'm not that familiar with that gun, but it's something I would be on the look out for. C

So, it's official... I am going to go to a semi-local custom knife maker to learn how to grind an edge on this knife. I cannot even begin to tell you how excited I am to get the opportunity to do this. I will share the pics when I get back. I am heading over there on Sunday to spend the day in his shop so look to this thread for updates. C

Hey Joe. I highly recommend trying to find one. I wanted to give it to my 10yr old stepdaughter, and ostensibly I did, however the reality is that this one is mine. It's just a ton of fun to shoot. And shooting a single shot really makes one slow down so each shot counts. Plus, it cuts down on ammo usage. C

I'm not putting it thru a lever action. It's actually a bolt action. I'm using 2400 as I want something pretty hot. I'm trying to work a load for accuracy and then will be looking into heavier bullets for hunting. I'm just new to everything. Thanks a bunch for the help, all.

I am so very sorry for your loss. My sister passed about 2 1/2 months ago. It's a shitty thing. I think about her a lot. Many condolences to you and your family. PM me if you need to talk. Christopher

And again, thanks. Dave, I have looked at these and the crimp seems solid but I am looking into the separate crimp die at this time. Sig, I don't necessarily load down with 2400. I feel it's the wrong powder as well for that purpose. I also like to start below the max and work up. I currently don't have any mag primers on hand but am looking. I think I'm gonna blow thru these and start fresh. C

I probably should have mentioned that I have Titegroup, 2400, Unique, and Clay's on hand. I will look into the Titegroup in the morning. Thanks. C

I'm looking for a good, accurate load in a .357 carbine length barrel with a 1-16 rh twist. I have some LSWC, 158 with 12gn of 2400 and they are all over the place. Do I need to bump up/down my charge or change bullets/weight/shape. I have a s&%t load of powder in the barrel as well. No real leading, though. The rounds are all over the place at 50yds. I'm not looking for a sub MOA gun, but I'd like to be in the "zone" at 50. Any help would be appreciated. Christopher

Yes, Sucks. C

Out the door for a VERY reasonable price, in my opinion. I saw it at Ramsey in Ramsey and made an offer on it. The guy was obviously in a good mood and here it is. I, ostensibly bought it for my 10 yr old but we all know how that goes.... It's a single shot with good ejection. Bore has good, deep rifling. Stock was re-finished as the p.o. was a cabinet maker. Action is simple, strong and very clean. Bluing is worn to a fantastic patina. I really can't wait to shoot it myself Let me know what y'all think. C

Look in rifle/AR forum. Links posted. C

As far as "fun to shoot": Kimber 1911 in 9mm - fave. Stoopid accurate, light recoil, and it's a 1911. Kel-Tec PF9 9mm - least fave. It's like hitting the webbing of the hand with a hammer over and over and over... C

No thanks. I tried that once with custom paint and bodywork. I'm good. C

Kershaw Blur. Love it. C

RG Custom Leather. Gun belts and dress belts. Ray makes a quality, gorgeous product that you can pass down if you so choose. Nice holsters as well. C

It's a slow go. I got a little more done this evening but it's nothing all that exciting. Mostly just smoothing spots that need smoothing and refining the shape where it needs refinement. Hopefully this week I will start grinding the blade. Gonna watch some more tutorials and then give'er a go. I'll post pics when I get to where I want to be. C

Thank you. C

So, I built a kit knife which was a lot of fun. A little folder from Texas Knife Supply. While I was on there for the second go-'round, I decided to get some steel and take a shot at doing my own fixed blade. So an order went in for 01 steel. I like beefy knives so the steel is fairly thick. Close to a quarter inch if I am remembering correctly. I have a really cool little knife that I got in New Mexico on vacation a couple of years ago at a "Mountain Man" festival in Santa Fe. Something so very cool about meeting with and shaking the hand of the guy that makes what one buys. Plus the story about the handle material was cool as well. So, I am using that knife as a loose pattern. As for tools, I have a nice Hitachi grinder, a Grizzly bench mounted belt sander that is proving to be hopelessly underpowered, and a bunch of files and sandpaper. I will be sending the blade out to be heat treated off site as I don't have the time nor inclination to attempt that myself. So far it looks ok. I am NOT a pro by any stretch, but I feel that this knife will be pretty special. Oh, I also took a bunch of old jeans and made my own handle material. Christopher PS A quick pic of the inspiration, the pattern, the steel, the blank I ground, and the denim micarta.

Sorry it took so long to reply. Yep, 6.95 from Texas Knife. Thanks for the kind words. C

Hey Chris, The guy had a sight setup that my buddy loved. Not sure if they were stock or aftermarket. If aftermarket he would like to know which ones. C

Back in October/November last year, I was shooting a steel match at Tenafly with a buddy. The crowd was very light and one of the guys let my friend shoot his CZ-75 and he shot my buddy's PPQ. My buddy has some questions about the CZ and would love to hook back up with the owner but I don't remember who it is. If it's you, let me know via PM or on here. Thanks. C

Kinda what I was thinking as well. Thanks for the suggestions. C

A buddy that's not on the forum just picked up a .357 bolt action Ruger. He knows less about glass than I do and is looking for suggestions. Rifle will be used for general range use, hopefully a little hunting, and SHTF. Also, the budget is on the tight side. He would like to keep it below 200. Thanks for the help. C

Done. I have a LOT to learn! C

I botched the first set of scale material, so I have been waiting for the new stuff to come in. It arrived on Thursday. I got to work getting the scales made. Cut them out, shaped them, and they are ready for final sanding and countersinking the screws. Then, I'll assemble and we should be all set. Pics will be put up in a bit. C