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Virtually every kaboom story I see relates to reloaded ammunition. Has anyone seen a kaboom that was documented to have been caused by factory ammunition? Wayne

My 1oz tested recipe is for the Rem STS. The shot is level with the top of the petals and the petals are the correct distance under the fold such that it give me a beautiful crimp - the crimp looks like factory new. The seating depth is 'just right' so I'm going to have to find a press that will work around these requirements. Wayne

Definition from Wikipedia: Multiple senses of the word "pistol" The word "pistol" is often synonymous with the word "handgun". Some handgun experts make a technical distinction that views pistols as a subset of handguns. Sometimes in American usage, the term "pistol" refers to a handgun whose chamber is integral with the barrel, making pistols distinct from the other main type of handgun, the revolver, which has a revolving cylinder containing multiple chambers. However, Commonwealth usage makes no distinction at a technical level—"pistol" may refer to revolvers, semi-automatics, or muzzle-loading/cap-&-ball handguns. For example, the official designation of the Webley Mk VI was "Pistol, Revolver, Webley No. 1 Mk VI", and the designation "Pistol No. 2 Mk I" was used to refer to both the Enfield Revolver and the later Browning Hi-Power semi-automatic. The first pistols were made as early as the 15th century, but their creator is unknown. By the 18th century, the term came to be used often to refer to handheld firearms. Practical revolver designs appeared in the 19th century, and it was in that century that the (sometimes-observed) technical differentiation in usage of the words "pistol" and "revolver" developed, at that time differentiating the newer revolver from the single-shot pistols previously in use.

Moe, Just got the cap - works perfectly. THANK YOU! Wayne

Moe, The problem is that you can just install a longer tube unless the press has the clearance. You'll have problems getting the wad into the guide and sometimes problems with the longer rammer clearing the hull as it advances to the next station. It really is a catch-22. Wayne

My absolute favorite is my Kimber Custom II. It's more accurate than I will most likely ever be and it just works. Wayne

Moe, I use the standard wad guide for the steel wads, so no nothing special. The wads do need to be seated slightly deeper as the petals are slightly longer. The VP-60 shot column is much longer than a 1-1/8oz lead wad because a 1oz of steel has a LOT more volume than 1-1/8 oz lead. The picture does a pretty good job of showing how much longer the shot column is in a 1oz steel wad vs. 1-1/8oz lead wad. Wayne

All, I know this is a can of worms, but I'm going to ask it anyway. I'm shooting enough shotgun now that I'm getting really tired of standing at my MEC single station press. One of the main requirements, other than the press work well, is that the rammer tube be able to seat VP-60 & VP-65 steel wads. They have virtually no cushion and require a long rammer tube to seat properly. Having the rammer tube extended also means that the rammer tube might not clear the hull on some presses. I've been told by a member that the Dillon rammer tube barely clears hull when loading the VP-60 and won't clear for the VP-65, so that pretty much eliminates the Dillon. I think the other options in my price range are the Hornady, MEC, and RCBS presses. If you have experience with either of these presses, I would like to know your opinion of the press(es). I'm particularly interested in the operation of the primer feed system, which can be the most frustrating part of any progressive press. And, of course, if the rammer tube can be extended to seat virtually cushion-less steel wads. Thanks, Wayne

Thanks Moe, I'll check them out. Wayne

One of our members brought in a find for everyone to see. A K-Mart 22 semi auto 22LR made in the Philippines! The universal reaction was, "never seen such a beast". One member came in late and from clear across the room he said, "I've got one of those". He proceeded to show everyone how to take it apart, then cleaned it. Dirtiest gun I've ever seen, I'll bet it hadn't been cleaned in it's entire life. Lots of tiny parts and small springs - not what I would call fun. Has anyone ever seen one of these? Know when it was retailed by K-Mart? Wayne

The wind was straight from behind so the targets dropped like a rock - that will definitely hurt the scores. This is the first trap of the winter that I really had to put the layers on. It's just hard to get a good mount with all those layers of clothes. I wonder, does anyone make trap clothes that don't have layers on the shoulder where the gun is mounted? Wayne

Bob, The price is pretty hansom, but I'll bet it shoots real nice. Give us a range report when you get it back. Wayne

Bigbore, I'm from eastern Iowa as well. I can attest to the ethanol plants (one about 2 miles from the farm I grew up on). Glad to have you here! Wayne

Scotty, I don't remember if you reload yet? If you don't this is a perfect excuse to start. Wayne

I have a couple guns that I won't shoot and are in 'long term' storage in my safe. I coated the bore with ALOX, which is a commercial rust inhibitor (and works really well as a tumble lube). For the rest of my guns, I use a light gun oil or Rem Oil. The most important piece of the no rust puzzle is the dehumidifier in my gun safe. Wayne

Bob, I started with a single and had a progressive within two months.... I couldn't agree more, although it is nice to have a cheap single to do ancillary tasks on. Wayne

I usually try to be as un-PC as possible.

Great idea Rugerman!

All, I've been reloading 45ACP for a while and will probably start reloading 9mm soon. As far as I can tell reloading 9mm is functionally the same as reloading 45ACP. I plan on using the Lee factory crimp die to full length size, but put little to no taper crimp as I do with the 45ACP. Anything else I should be aware of? Thanks, Wayne

How about: Beginner Plinker Marksman Sharpshooter Expert Master High Master Wayne

You're right Bob, probably many over there know this gun. Wayne

Hi Tom! I fondled a S&W M&P 9mm at a sports shop in Iowa last weekend. I just love the grip and pretty much everything about the pistol, but the trigger. I'm wondering how much better it gets with use... Welcome, Wayne

My P90 had copious amounts of grease, so much the I'll bet the guy at the Ruger factory had a good chuckle when he sent it down the line. I cleaned it all out and oiled with Rem Oil. Definitely run a few boxes of ammo through it as it will 'loosen' up and you'll work any problems out before you have to depend on it. Wayne

This will be fun... A few things before we even get to the reloading. What type of flooring? I wouldn't recommend carpet in a reloading room because of the static and the stains you'll get if you drop lube etc. You'll need really good lighting, lots of fine detail in reloading. You almost can't have enough cabinet space to keep the many tools, die sets, bullets, brass, primers, powders, etc. A very sturdy workbench is a must as well - I built my own and screwed it right to the wall so it doesn't move. I can't wait to start talking about the reloading equipment! Just a few thoughts - I'm sure others here will come up with many more thoughts. Wayne

In Chicagoland we pay a flat rate of $.085/kwh, which I think is pretty high. I was in Iowa this past weekend and saw that my folks pay $.059/kwh for the first 1000, then $.029/kwh after that. They used almost 10,000 kwh last month (blower motors for drying corn) and didn't pay that much more than my 2,400 kwh. I think we pay way too much here.... Wayne