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TCprohunter 05-14-2012 01:15 PM

Might be easier to just find a shorter chair to sit on.

MountainDevil54 05-14-2012 01:28 PM

Found a possible problem with the load i am using. Went back out today and again shot a 3" 100 yard group with 80gr. Loaded up 90gr and took 2 shots which measured 1". When i was reloading some 100gr charges i noticed the wad felt like it was straight up rather than flush against the powder charge.

Those 2 shots grouped horrible so i am thinking i should melt some of my bees wax/olive oil lube and soak the wads in them since they are so soft and fold up easily.

Other than that, the 90gr Load impacts a good 4" higher which i didn't expect but its extremely accurate and the recoil actually feels good.

A little more experimenting and then shes done as far as load development goes.

Muley Hunter 05-14-2012 03:40 PM

How are you pushing the wad down? If you're using the ram rod you're probably turning it. Just put the wad in a little ways, and push it down with the bullet.

If you're already doing that. Tighten up the wad as you say.

Or in other words...........never mind. :p

MountainDevil54 05-14-2012 04:00 PM

yeah i was pushing them down with the ramrod, i will do it your way next time out and see how she does. Really lovin that gun right now. Not as much as my other sidelock but still a lot of fun to shoot.

Semisane 05-14-2012 04:44 PM

Devil, on the shooting bench thing - you should make the rounds of thrift stores and second hand shops in your area and find yourself and old folding adjustable height ironing board.


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