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Post by bestill on Apr 27, 2014 7:15:49 GMT -5
well complete my knight custom build last night. very excited to get scope rings lapeed and fire this unit up . this is not a cheap build but a dream come true for me . built with many knight mountaineer parts and several custom items .. highlight is douglas xx .458 barrel with 1 -22 twist . uses 5/8 x 18 fpj breech plug with bushing install . and custom brass primer holders to replace plastic . talley bases and rings and weaver super slam . will be shooting 500 yd tournament this weekend in friendship , in .. very excited to let r rip .. will be shooting 142 gr blackhorn .060 wool wad and 275 match hunter . and federal 209 a. with large rifle primer optional module on hand. gun has 23.5 in of useable barrel like that part well and parkers fit perfectly with no sizing. BE STILL CREATIONS!!!!
will post pics soon me and photobucket don't get along well !!!!!!
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Post by wilmsmeyer on Apr 27, 2014 7:40:52 GMT -5
Is that charge by weight or volume? Is this a smokeless rated gun as well?
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Post by bestill on Apr 27, 2014 12:07:48 GMT -5
I weigh charge but posted volume142 and yes smokeless capable need range time still to test
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Post by bestill on Apr 27, 2014 12:46:40 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Apr 27, 2014 14:30:42 GMT -5
Cool gun!
Let us know how the shoot goes!
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Post by jims on Apr 27, 2014 21:03:04 GMT -5
Fine looking and keep us posted on those results.
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Post by jims on Apr 30, 2014 19:14:55 GMT -5
 That really looks like the hot ticket, especially sitting on the stove and coffee cup.
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Post by bestill on Apr 30, 2014 20:22:55 GMT -5
It still simmering . Cant wait till Saturday to bring to a boil. Got weaver super slam lapped in last night and bore sighted and bead blasted stainless parts. Im so pleased with project. It is a dream gun for me .
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Post by jims on Apr 30, 2014 21:48:22 GMT -5
I do not know how it will be in southern IN but Saturday here is supposed to be a pretty decent day. Hope the weather and shooting all go well.
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Post by bestill on Apr 30, 2014 22:06:48 GMT -5
got r scoped up ready to test saturday.   |
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Post by Deleted on May 1, 2014 0:17:27 GMT -5
I'm trying to see where the one piece barreled action was cut for the new Douglas barrel to be installed. Is it cut and threaded ahead of where the breech plug would be? Just trying to visualize this. I'm waiting on the range report. I'm sure it will shoot.
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Post by bestill on May 1, 2014 4:50:47 GMT -5
Od dimensions were exact1.075 and and hand polished to make virtually seamless. All machining was done on action side of breech plug thread so all chamber pressure is contained with full 1.075 barrel strength. Alot of blue print work and measuring but end result came out great.
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Post by Deleted on May 1, 2014 17:28:50 GMT -5
Cool gun. Turned out great, congrats and be sure to post range results.
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Post by hawghunter on May 1, 2014 21:21:43 GMT -5
Awesome project, I'm looking forward to seeing what your project can do after you let the smoke out of it.
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Post by 7mmfreak on May 2, 2014 16:25:40 GMT -5
Neat gun. Who did the work?
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Post by bestill on May 2, 2014 18:51:16 GMT -5
did complete build myself dream gun come true . well great evening shot 3 shots to set 100 yd zero then shot this 6 shot group im very very very happy . i think little more polishing of rifling and rounds down barrel will get better. load is federal 209a , 100 gr by weight blackhorn 209 error on target says volume it is by weight , .060 veggie wad and parker 275 match hunter with appx 40 lbs loading force bullet direct fit . chronograph 2440 fps to 2456 for six shot string. brass modules sealed very well in testing. BE STILL CREATIONS !!!  |
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Post by encore50a on May 2, 2014 19:21:40 GMT -5
bestill.............. I'm Confused............
Post indicates 100grs by WEIGHT
Target indicates 100grs by VOLUME
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Post by bestill on May 2, 2014 19:28:00 GMT -5
guy with pin was jacked up about target results i guess . it is 100 by weight or 143 by volume my goof.
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Post by Deleted on May 2, 2014 20:03:54 GMT -5
bestill, thats impressive. Congrats on such a fine build!
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Post by bestill on May 2, 2014 20:12:33 GMT -5
cant wait to stretch her out a little tomorrow tournament in friendship indiana .. shoot 50 yds 100 yds and 200 yds paper then 200meter steel chickens then 300 meter steel pigs then 500 meter goats. im excited.
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Post by 10ga on May 2, 2014 20:38:27 GMT -5
NICE rifle. Doin all yourself too. There is so much talent and skill here on Dougs. Good luck with the shoot. Lotsa skill, good equipment and a little luck will take you a long way. 10
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Post by jims on May 2, 2014 21:06:59 GMT -5
A six shot group, twice as good as a three shot group and even Richard would approve of 6. I think we all would approve of the group, especially the first time out. I think it will shoot even better as the bore gets just a bit seasoned.
Hoping you bring home some gold from Friendship.
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Post by hawghunter on May 3, 2014 9:42:21 GMT -5
Wow. Great shooting. Good luck at your shoot.
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Post by bestill on May 3, 2014 17:27:32 GMT -5
Well great results from crazy knight debut at tournament. shot score of 245 and 8 Xs out of possible 250 and 10 Xs .. very happy with everything. had gusting 15 mph wind all day to deal with so alot of twisting turrets and scope tracked well. for a bonus after tournament we shot 2 shots at 500 yd small goat shilloute steel targets for a soda pop against fellow shooter . and heart shot it twice woo hoo . 15 moa elevation 75" and 8 moa windage 40" windy windy 13 mph at shot .   |
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Post by encore50a on May 3, 2014 17:31:01 GMT -5
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Post by jims on May 3, 2014 18:45:14 GMT -5
First time out and collecting the metal/medals. You should be a happy camper. Just wait until you have a chance to really get it wrung out. Your competitors will want to have you banned.
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Post by Deleted on May 3, 2014 20:26:11 GMT -5
Outstanding work, outstanding results and outstanding trigger pulling. Congrats!
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Post by hawghunter on May 4, 2014 19:27:43 GMT -5
Congrats on winning your class.
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Post by Deleted on May 5, 2014 6:43:53 GMT -5
Congrats!!! What power and objective is the Weaver?
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Post by bestill on May 5, 2014 11:18:56 GMT -5
3x15 - 42
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That really looks like the hot ticket, especially sitting on the stove and coffee cup. 
