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Post by dannoboone on Aug 23, 2011 17:10:55 GMT -5
I'm in a similar dilemma, but looking for a competent gunsmith
to do the machining. Two almost went for it, but backed
out. Seriously considering ordering a Brux blank with a special
contour, but need the machinist 'smith found first. I don't want
a barrel sitting around here that can't be used.
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Post by nwtflogan on Aug 23, 2011 19:09:19 GMT -5
i think youll be hard pressed to find a machinist.....my guess would be liability in todays day and age but maybe im wrong........ i have no problem ordering a barrel but it will be awhile i know,,, plus i want some spiral fluting done to the bolt,,action, barrel and also will have a muzzlebreak installed,, then bill is getting mine..........
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Post by nwtflogan on Aug 31, 2011 20:58:41 GMT -5
Got a custom savage from a member so let the learning curve begin......thanks jeff
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Post by nonsmoker on Sept 1, 2011 19:22:48 GMT -5
Rusty, I put so much time in to this gun that I'm already feeling a little separation anxiety.  I can't stress enough the wealth of information / knowledge on this board. The past, present and future of smokeless muzzle loading is right here. Read all you can and don't hesitate to ask questions. Talk to you soon. Jeff |
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Post by nwtflogan on Sept 2, 2011 20:57:30 GMT -5
dont worry it will be with me for a long time!! i have been hooked on this since i cme here and hillbill and all the info here has started me on a serious learning curve....thank ou to everyone for all the wealth of info here!!!!!!!
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Post by GMB54-120 on Sept 2, 2011 21:00:55 GMT -5
Ahhhh, you got the one with the nice TH stock in the for sale section?
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Post by nwtflogan on Sept 2, 2011 21:07:29 GMT -5
yes.... i dont like the thumb hole stocks but i have always loved the high cheek piece so this is best of both worlds.........my dream gun...and after using the same smoker for 8 years and always one shot one kill you guys have made me go smokeless.........thank you to everyone!!!!!!! i have been reading this board for weeks and thank you hillbill for talking to me and giving me so much info!!!!!
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Post by zakjak221 on Sept 5, 2011 13:43:21 GMT -5
Hillbill's work is awesome, I highly recommend!  |
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Post by GMB54-120 on Sept 5, 2011 14:23:24 GMT -5
Yes his work is top notch and if i like my Savage/Pacnor DD 45, i may ask him to work his magic after the season dies down a bit. I know his builds shoot and he takes pride in doing them. I came close to making an offer on it too but im glad you got it. I didn't want my first leap into a 45cal SML to cost that much even though it sure is worth it. Compared to high end customs, its a steal!!!!!!!!! Ive got Lukes Savage/Pacnor DD 27" coming instead and will be sending out my payment tomorrow. Im actually a bit nervous since i love my Knight 45s and will likely end up selling 2 of them and keep 1. I will be down to 3 smokers and 3 SMLs.  Without this site i would have never considered buying a 45cal SML. Im very cautious and want to see load data with pressure traces. Dougs has made my transition from BH209 to REAL smokeless much more comfortable by providing this data from many members. Congrats and best wishes with your BEAUTIFUL 45. |
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Post by nwtflogan on Sept 6, 2011 19:35:03 GMT -5
i hear ya...i cant read enough here and im still feeling nervous going smokeless!! what load to start with? what sabot? or sabotless? what powder? sooo much to take in!! but i gave up a shotgun here in ohio 9 years ago to go with a muzzleloader and 12 bucks ( two over 165") and probably 20 does......al one shot one kill and zero misses out to 150 yards....im gonna increase my range and enjoy the sport more going smokeless!!!! im hooked.....THANK YOU OMEGA FOR BRING ME FROM THE MODERN MUZZLELOADING BOARD AND HILLBILL FOR MORE INFO AND KNOWLEAGE AND HELP THAN YOU CAN EVER IMAGINE
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Post by DBinNY on Sept 6, 2011 20:17:30 GMT -5
You'd better start on locating a recoil lug as well. That can take longer than the barrel  . I wouldn't be surprised if Bill is hording them ;D. Good luck on whatever you decide and be patient. |
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Post by GMB54-120 on Sept 6, 2011 20:22:12 GMT -5
Pucker factor,,,being told all your life NEVER use smokeless and you dont normally. Coming from a reloading back ground though makes it a littler easier to understand. You fear what you dont understand. Dougs helps me treat it just like i would CF reloading with all the data. I was kinda ho hum with my Savage 50 even though it likes a great load. I got the NULA 50 and got more interested. Then the 45cal SML itch HAD to be scratched. I nagged Omega to get a SMI 45cal conversion for his Encore but he got a Rem/McGowen conversion that is just as nice.....i guess  |
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Post by nwtflogan on Sept 6, 2011 20:28:57 GMT -5
Recoil lug? Lol explain
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Post by DBinNY on Sept 6, 2011 20:39:18 GMT -5
Most are replacing the stock recoil lug (fits between the barrel shoulder and the action) which looks like a beaver's top front teeth with a solid tapered edge model that costs around $30. The replacement provides more surface area to transfer recoil to the stock and is easier to bed (i.e,. comes apart easier when the bedding compound has set up). The 700 ML uses a .186" lug. The thickness is important for properly headspacing the breech plug. Midway has had them on backorder for a long time. www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=156560 |
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Post by nwtflogan on Sept 6, 2011 21:11:50 GMT -5
Think I'm good with Jeff's am I wrong?
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Post by Deleted on Sept 6, 2011 21:29:40 GMT -5
I didn't see your gun but if your gun is put together then it doesn't need another recoil lug. When are you going to shoot
your new gun?
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Post by DBinNY on Sept 7, 2011 9:39:07 GMT -5
Pull the action out of the stock and you will know instantly.
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Post by nonsmoker on Sept 7, 2011 11:07:57 GMT -5
Rusty, Your gun has a SSS .240 recoil lug, 3rd action screw added, all pillar bedded with Devcon 10110 plastic steel bedding compound. Jeff |
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Post by nonsmoker on Sept 7, 2011 13:45:10 GMT -5
yes.... i dont like the thumb hole stocks but i have always loved the high cheek piece so this is best of both worlds."
Rusty, I shaped this stock with as dual grip it has a palm swell and open comb at the grip to allow for an A5 style option. This also allows easy access to the top tang safety. Personally I think your going to really like the pistol grip style thumb hole it's different than the standard Boyds thumb hole most factory stocks come with.
Jeff
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Post by DBinNY on Sept 7, 2011 18:38:22 GMT -5
OK, after re-reading this post it went from a Rem 700 ML dream to a Savage reality. You can use any size recoil lug on the Savage and adjust the headspacing by screwing the barrel in or out because the Savage has a barrel nut and you can lock it in place. The .186 recoil lug I mentioned is only necessary for the 700 ML that lacks a barrel nut and is tightened to the barrel shoulder. Final headspacing is done by carefully shortening the breech plug. Sorry for any confusion caused by this.
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Post by nwtflogan on Sept 7, 2011 18:54:11 GMT -5
o i still have the 700 ml and i think that is going to be for my 10 year old son, as hes ready to move up from his .50 cal cva optima.......... so that build is still on!!! just couldnt pass on jeffs gun it is gorgeous in every aspect and done right from front to back, should be a tack driver!!
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Post by DBinNY on Sept 7, 2011 19:31:21 GMT -5
and I hope it is!
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Post by dans on Nov 4, 2011 7:51:32 GMT -5
All the custom barrels I have dealt with have been accurate, some just take a little TLC.
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. I wouldn't be surprised if Bill is hording them ;D. Good luck on whatever you decide and be patient.