Windswept
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What have you got and what can you get?
I use Viht N320 but prefer Hodgdon HP38. Ramshot Zip is a cheaper option and there's a fair bit of 38/357 data for some of the shotgun powders out there.
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On 30/12/2021 at 17:11, Dougy said:
You may get some suggestions about head space but as its a new problem i doubt it.
If the brass has been sized slightly too short, so the shoulders are a thou of an inch or two to short, that could cause the problem.
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26 minutes ago, benbobailey said:
Thanks for the replies. Could you please direct me to whereabouts in the ad that says location. I am unable to see anywhere mentioned and will be helpful for me in future. Too far for me unfortunately. Thanks
Under the posters name it says "From:Solihull".
I'm note sure if this is visible on all devices but it is on a PC.
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Yes, as far as I know you can still destroy a shotgun yourself and notify, no idea about a 22LR.
https://www.shootinguk.co.uk/answers/legal-answers/destroy-a-shotgun-93202
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5 minutes ago, JohnfromUK said:
Thank you - it is difficult to find through their website.
I couldn't find them by searching on their site either but could via google.
I assume they're a new offering and their site will be updated at some point.
Interesting to hear how people get on with them.
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17 minutes ago, JohnfromUK said:
Thats OK, not on Hull's website yet it seems. Last time I asked locally - neither supplier I used had any stock of 2 1/2" steel. I will keep my eyes open for these as I currently use Hull Imperial Game.
https://www.hullcartridge.co.uk/game/cartridges/imperial-traditional-steel
Bit more down this page
https://www.hullcartridge.co.uk/manufacturing/hydrowad-non-toxic-game-range
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1 hour ago, islandgun said:
I certainly don't have any experience of cleaning mods but if hushpower declare that mods are better when more clogged up, why dont they make them with larger baffles so they are more clogged up from the start..🙄
I don't think they use the word clogged up. On my 410 hushy it just has a metalic noise when using subsonic carts, this seems to be reduced when plenty of carts have been fired. It's quiet enough for me either way. If noise was a big issue it might be worth ensuring the mod is a bit sooty.
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I'm not defending what's happened at all, just pointing out that many of the 'explanations' given also don't stack up. I've seen revolvers not index correctly, sears wear and hammers get stuck so almost anything is possible. That's why we're taught in the UK not to point a gun at anyone.
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32 minutes ago, Rewulf said:
This video explains it better than I could.
That video doesn't explain much. Some makes of primers are far harder to set off than others, so a CCI primer may not go off on some guns at full cock whereas a Federal primer will. If the hammer spring is hard enough to set off the CCI then I would not be surprised to see the primer go off with a small amount of hammer fall.
To be honest, without having the exact gun in front of me I could tell you what it's capable of doing, I've seen all sorts of things happen.
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IIRC it's only there to stop you cross threading the threads, it shouldn't ever touch the barrel.
I'd email them and ask if you're unsure, when I got mine they told me "leave a 4 thou clearance which is just enough to get a piece of paper through"
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Still think you can destroy them yourself and notify.
https://www.shootinguk.co.uk/answers/legal-answers/destroy-a-shotgun-93202
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1 hour ago, Contractor1 said:
I thought Fenn traps were now illegal?
What makes you think that? You can't use them for stoats but you can for rats is my understanding.
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I'll happily shoot and eat a pheasant but I'm not keen on seeing them splatted across the roads (even less keep on having one split a bumber several years ago) or worse seeing a half dead one limping about.
I've also picked up a kestrel that was hit by a car (I'll wear gloves next time...) and took it to a rescue center where it was inspected by a vet and then dispatched. Don't think there's anything wrong in at least trying to help is there?
Someone moaning about shooting game whilst eating a battery farmed bit of chicken on the other hand are complete idiots.
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2 minutes ago, ozalid said:
TBH, I would say the value is in the box which is quite nice, there will always be odd bits that people want but I doubt they would pay a lot for the whole thing to get it, try it at a local auction, things tend to find their value at auction.
I would agree with that. I buy a few old tools at my local auctions and people do seem to spend money on the wooden cabinets.
I think if everything was sold as one lot it would go for less than if the cabinet was sold as one item and the variuos tools were split up into several lots.
I've picked up a few micrometers over the years and even old and heavily used ones seem to be accurate. On a good day I'd say there's more than £150 worth of stuff there.
If you register with something like www.easyliveauction.com you can see historical prices of previous lots, might give you an idea of value if you have any rarer items.
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1 hour ago, sam triple said:
Don’t tell em then , tbh if we read the small print on every policy I’m sure 50pc wouldn’t be covered
I know where your coming from and I agree there's a lot of people who aren't technically insured driving around as they don't meet the conditions on their policy.
I was mainly pointing this out to the original poster, as it's a game keeper vehicle I think it would be wise to ensure any shooting activities are covered.
In your case it's up to you, it'll be a very small risk, but if you have an acident that's your fault and you have cartridges in the car then you do run the risk of not being covered for any claims against you. You could argue what's the point of insurance at all.
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5 hours ago, sam triple said:
With direct line can’t fault them , get money off if one family member has other products with them
Wasn't there a thread a while back that said Direct Line did't cover the carriage of cartridges etc?
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Is the barrel recess the extractor claw sits in completely clean and free from waxy build up?
After that you may have to clean the chamber if you've not already done so or look to see if there's a better cleaner/solvent?
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Is the extractor claw clean? Also worth checking the claw hasn't worn too much.
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I shoot patched round ball from a muzzleloader and that surprised me how accurate it can be. I'd be using the Lee 7/8oz slugs for comps which tend to shoot from 25m down, they should be accurate from 50m+ I gather.
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Range is mostly going to be 25m to 10m, but would be interested to see how they would do out to 50m.
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Rather than start a new thread I thought I'd resurrect and old one.
I've picked up a Lee 7/8 mould and tried a few home loads. Accuracey seems reasonable so curious to know if anyone loads these Lee 7/8oz slugs with easily obtainable UK components.
I've been using Viht N320, as I have it available and based the data on the Guiliandi data here: http://www.gualandi.it/en/tables.html
I know some will say that powder is too fast but there is slug data there. Still working out a decent load and wad and filler combination.
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There's some on the Gualandi site, if you click yes on this link and go to page 8.
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The only one listed in my casting book is the Lyman 44g mold number 225438 which I assume you are aware of? Doesn't even seem to be in stock in the US though. Perhaps someone has one knocking around they don't need?
Powder for .38 Special?
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Load data for HP-38 can be found here: https://shop.hodgdon.com/hodgdon/hodgdon-hp-38
I know quite a few people who use N310 but I went down the N320 route as there was some data available. I wonder why Viht don't publish data for .38? I also note the NRA seem to want people to use published data to shoot on their ranges: https://nra.org.uk/safety-notice-hand-loaded-ammunition/