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Forum: Firearm Review Forum
12-04-2023, 01:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 47,863
Posted By hardcastonly

I purchased one (742) back in the early 1970s, a...

I purchased one (742) back in the early 1970s, a 30/06 ,
the one I had never shot better than a 2" 3 shot hundred yard group,
and the group center of impact at 100 yards would start drifting once...
Forum: Black Powder
11-05-2023, 06:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 569
Posted By hardcastonly

just a bit of maybe useless or helpful info,...

just a bit of maybe useless or helpful info, decades ago when those (pellets) were introduced I tried them in my 62 caliber hawken
now they never make many things for a 62 caliber hawken so you...
Forum: Reloading
11-03-2023, 02:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,336
Posted By hardcastonly

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQMcOhtjAys ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQMcOhtjAys

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVwpnERa84k&t=1s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-_nSHk3LTM&t=7s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wx-Oay5OpKs...
Forum: Hogs and Exotics
11-02-2023, 11:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 470
Posted By hardcastonly

if you spend days on the internet.. your thoughts?

obviously this is somewhat exotic/ and mostly absurd , yet I think still worth a few minutes thought?
if you spend days on the internet.. you'll notice there's many hundreds of sasquatch, alien,...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
11-01-2023, 05:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,021
Posted By hardcastonly

the post may be dated , but there will be dozens...

the post may be dated , but there will be dozens of people over every few months looking for related info that need similar info,
so your posted info and any useful links are not wasted.
think...
Forum: Reloading
10-30-2023, 06:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,336
Posted By hardcastonly

yeah, that might be a valid idea, the left wing...

yeah, that might be a valid idea, the left wing political elite would love to push, you've posted
they already tried to push a 1000% penalty or added tax on the price of semi auto rifles and an...
Forum: Hogs and Exotics
10-29-2023, 08:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 337
Posted By hardcastonly

think through your back-up handgun choice carefully

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbSI4PAXMbk&t=3s

a great example of why you don't select and use smaller caliber semi auto handguns,
on larger game for effective defense,
if this guy gets that...
Forum: Reloading
10-28-2023, 04:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,486
Posted By hardcastonly

Ive seen lots of guys read the threads but only a...

Ive seen lots of guys read the threads but only a few bother to post
Forum: Reloading
10-28-2023, 04:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,336
Posted By hardcastonly

THOSE PRICES FOR federal 215M PRIMERS ARE now...

THOSE PRICES FOR federal 215M PRIMERS ARE now insane,
I'M SO VERY GLAD I BOUGHT a couple boxes of 5k when I did, ,
but I paid what I thought at that time was absolutely exorbitant prices $149 each,...
Forum: Reloading
04-15-2023, 12:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 897
Posted By hardcastonly

thats generally very good advice! ive...

thats generally very good advice!

ive generally found this particular reload manual to be the best and most consistently spot on source of info
and I own at least 20 manuals...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
03-23-2023, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 777
Posted By hardcastonly

when you select the firearms and ammo you carry on a back pack hunt

when you select the firearms and ammo you carry on any couple day long back-packing hunting trip,
where you intend to live and camp for days using just what you carry, with you.
have you ever...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
02-16-2023, 10:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,073
Posted By hardcastonly

https://weatherby.com/store/meateaterrifle/ ...

https://weatherby.com/store/meateaterrifle/

https://vortexoptics.com/vortex-diamondback-tactical-4-12x40-riflescope.html
...
Forum: Technical
12-04-2022, 06:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,887
Posted By hardcastonly

http://www.grumpysperformance.com/unistar1.jpg ...

http://www.grumpysperformance.com/unistar1.jpg

yes the jennings unistar bow I use is an antique , for sure!
and I found the package for the type of broad heads Ive used, or at least they look...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
11-21-2022, 10:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 676
Posted By hardcastonly

if you have the option ,its generally rather...

if you have the option ,its generally rather helpful to learn to shoot SKEET, as it helps you gain the rapid hand/eye coordination required to use a shoulder fired weapon on moving targets, now...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
11-20-2022, 04:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 676
Posted By hardcastonly

what weapon/caliber were you using? how far...

what weapon/caliber were you using?
how far away were you when you shot?
too many people miss simply because they spend most of their time shooting off a bench rest, not from field positions, in...
Forum: Guns
11-04-2022, 05:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 851
Posted By hardcastonly

you really can't go wrong with a marlin,...

you really can't go wrong with a marlin, marlin/ruger, chambered in 45/70 or browning BLR 450 marlin caliber rifle.
the vast majority of the big game I hunt has been in rolling hill, and aspen or...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
09-30-2022, 08:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,502
Posted By hardcastonly

I've used a fairly wide selection of rifles, ...

I've used a fairly wide selection of rifles,
the ones I found that worked well might amaze many of you gentlemen
(mostly because I don't see recoil or a few extra lbs of rifle weight as a handicap,...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
09-29-2022, 03:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,502
Posted By hardcastonly

if they offered a $50 out of state atlatl license...

if they offered a $50 out of state atlatl license for elk ,Id damn sure have to buy and train with one,
until I could consistently , rapidly and accurately punch holes in a coke can at 50 yards...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
09-29-2022, 02:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,502
Posted By hardcastonly

I spend 4 plus decades hunting elk , usually in...

I spend 4 plus decades hunting elk , usually in several states under various hunting condition, ranges, terrain and in different weather condition's
we all develop favorite's and what you carry or...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
09-13-2022, 02:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,213
Posted By hardcastonly

yeah updates would be great! especially if you...

yeah updates would be great! especially if you take a few clear/detailed pictures
Forum: Reloading
09-06-2022, 08:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,403
Posted By hardcastonly

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1010200848?pid=2...

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1010200848?pid=266944
https://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/images/product_images/006-90991/006-90991.jpg
...
Forum: Guns
08-30-2022, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 755
Posted By hardcastonly

brass is easy ...

brass is easy
https://www.starlinebrass.com/445-super-mag-brass
and in a pinch 30/40 craig brass can be cut and expanded and used
even some brands of 303 brit brass can be cut and resized to make...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
08-28-2022, 05:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,924
Posted By hardcastonly

you might also tend to stop at and browse yard...

you might also tend to stop at and browse yard sales rather consistently, and read through craigs list, you might find a few items,
like quality brand names REI back packs and SEVERAL NAME BRAND...
Forum: Guns
08-26-2022, 05:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 851
Posted By hardcastonly

whats the average used 45/70 marlin, like the...

whats the average used 45/70 marlin, like the picture you posted above, going for near you?
at that time good used 45/70 marlins sold for only about $150 less than new blrs

I know I sold mine too...
Forum: Guns
08-23-2022, 04:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 755
Posted By hardcastonly

how many of you gentlemen own or have even seen a 445 DWSM revolver?

http://www.grumpysperformance.com/jan18/dwsmwbraker.png
http://www.grumpysperformance.com/july18/445rt.jpg
http://www.grumpysperformance.com/oct18/44magcarb.jpg...
Forum: Guns
08-22-2022, 08:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 888
Posted By hardcastonly

just a bit of hands on field experience , I've...

just a bit of hands on field experience ,
I've generally used a 10" 44 mag revolver when handgun hunting with a 310 grain hard cast bullet over 21 grains of H110...
Forum: Reloading
08-18-2022, 12:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,486
Posted By hardcastonly

try varget with a mag primer it seems to burn...

try varget with a mag primer it seems to burn well and reasonably clean,
in my 223 varmint rifle with 55 grain bullets
(Im using 24 grains and federal primers but its close to max pressure in my...
Forum: Reloading
08-10-2022, 01:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,095
Posted By hardcastonly

ID suggest you buy and read this reload manual,...

ID suggest you buy and read this reload manual, its by far the best Ive found and I own over a dozen
as it gives a wealth of info like that
...
Forum: Reloading
08-06-2022, 12:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 894
Posted By hardcastonly

https://federalprimershop.com/contact-us/

https://federalprimershop.com/contact-us/
Forum: Guns
08-01-2022, 08:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,128
Posted By hardcastonly

http://www.grumpysperformance.com/jul19/norsp.jpg...

http://www.grumpysperformance.com/jul19/norsp.jpg

IF I WANTED A purpose built/dedicated

RIFLE JUST TO ELIMINATE HOGS I'D GO THIS ROUTE AS ITS VERY EFFECTIVE AND AMM0S CHEAPER THAN MOST.
its...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
07-30-2022, 06:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,203
Posted By hardcastonly

not exactly what your asking, but one of the guys...

not exactly what your asking, but one of the guys I hunt with has a sporterized 6.5mm swedish mauser
he has used it on several elk hunts and countless deer hunts with very good results
hes used...
Forum: Reloading
07-28-2022, 12:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,698
Posted By hardcastonly

thank you! I appreciate the input!

thank you! I appreciate the input!
Forum: Reloading
07-27-2022, 03:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,698
Posted By hardcastonly

again just curious, not in any way suggesting you...

again just curious, not in any way suggesting you can't just having no experience with a 17 cal center fire, can you zap varmint's out at 200-300 yards or more with a 17?
like you can with some of...
Forum: Reloading
07-27-2022, 07:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,698
Posted By hardcastonly

you've got me a bit curious, in that admittedly...

you've got me a bit curious, in that admittedly I've never owned or hunted with a centerfire 17 cal rifle,
what are the advantages if any over a similar 22 cal, (and don't say less recoil even if...
Forum: Reloading
07-25-2022, 07:38 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,273
Posted By hardcastonly

with factory or cast bullets you cast? its dirt...

with factory or cast bullets you cast?
its dirt cheap for cast bullet practice ammo, but its not a great deal cheaper than you can buy bulk 9mm ammo,
you can knock out hundreds of cartridges ever...
Forum: Guns
07-23-2022, 06:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 888
Posted By hardcastonly

BTW a lee 310 grain bullet , hard cast from 95%...

BTW a lee 310 grain bullet , hard cast from 95% WW alloy and 5% TIN, loaded over 21 grains of h110 powder HAS PROVEN TO BE THE MOST EFFECTIVE AND CONSISTENTLY ACCURATE 44 MAG LOAD, I'VE FOUND AND...
Forum: Reloading
07-23-2022, 11:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,275
Posted By hardcastonly

yeah, most hard cast projectiles can be both very...

yeah, most hard cast projectiles can be both very accurate and very lethal ,
without the need to have the handloads reach the max potential velocity.
Forum: Guns
07-22-2022, 03:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 888
Posted By hardcastonly

you calculate bullet energy with the following...

you calculate bullet energy with the following formula
bullet weight in grains x velocity x velocity at impact, velocity ,divided by 450240= ft lbs
Id point out there's a compromise in every...
Forum: Reloading
07-21-2022, 08:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,275
Posted By hardcastonly

the difference in increased velocity, if you...

the difference in increased velocity, if you reloaded 38-55 brass to drive bullets of identical weight, at 375 win pressure levels is not worth the increased risk , incurred with use of the thinner...
Forum: Technical
07-20-2022, 05:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,895
Posted By hardcastonly

I think the previous posters were correct and...

I think the previous posters were correct and you'll be far better off with a minimum of a 7.5 grain per lb of bow draw weight and a 300-400 spine, but read the charts and get the correct spine...
Forum: Reloading
07-20-2022, 04:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,275
Posted By hardcastonly

https://saami.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/ANSI-...

https://saami.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/ANSI-SAAMI-Z299.4-CFR-Approved-2015-12-14-Posting-Copy.pdf

why not look up the chamber and case differences and reload data
Forum: Guns
07-04-2022, 06:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,256
Posted By hardcastonly

https://www.mecoutdoors.com/600-jr-mark-v?utm_sour...

https://www.mecoutdoors.com/600-jr-mark-v?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwn4qWBhCvARIsAFNAMiiYyIa0nEdeUcwp8BxS_E6PxIXnDK1cZ97pQAkpUMPQ5ZULhwqpNOEaAjepEALw_wcB...
Forum: Black Powder
07-03-2022, 08:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 796
Posted By hardcastonly

a link to the mold your discussing would be...

a link to the mold your discussing would be rather helpful here??

is this it?

https://www.accuratemolds.com/bullet_detail.php?bullet=45-340I

or this...
Forum: Guns
07-02-2022, 01:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,256
Posted By hardcastonly

https://www.westernstageprops.com/10-Gauge-Metal-B...

https://www.westernstageprops.com/10-Gauge-Metal-Base-Cannon-Load-with-Smoke-p/sa32fmscl.htm

https://bolandfx-com.3dcartstores.com/10gaugeblank

seems exorbitantly expensive
Forum: Reloading
07-02-2022, 01:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,167
Posted By hardcastonly

https://saami.org/technical-information/cartridge-...

https://saami.org/technical-information/cartridge-chamber-drawings/

check your SAAMI dimensions its NEVER GOING TO WORK CORRECTLY
Forum: Bowhunting
06-29-2022, 10:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,852
Posted By hardcastonly

DIY_guy?? HOW DID THE KNEE SURGERY AND...

DIY_guy??

HOW DID THE KNEE SURGERY AND RECOVERY GO???
ID like the details as IM now about to get both knees replaced
Forum: Gunsmithing
06-29-2022, 08:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,203
Posted By hardcastonly

thank you, info much appreciated

thank you, info much appreciated
Forum: Gunsmithing
06-28-2022, 10:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,203
Posted By hardcastonly

suggestions wanted, on restocking carbine

I have a sako 375 H&H carbine that originally had a two piece stock, that looks almost identical to this picture'
this has been a very good carbine, highly accurate, consistent and lethal, but the...
Forum: Young Hunters
06-28-2022, 08:30 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,617
Posted By hardcastonly

my dad was not much into hunting, but he loved...

my dad was not much into hunting, but he loved watching hunting pheasants with bird dogs,
and occasionally squirrels
I was along on trips since I was maybe 6-7 years old
Forum: Gunsmithing
06-20-2022, 05:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,478
Posted By hardcastonly

ok, never heard that term before! thank you!

ok, never heard that term before! thank you!
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