About small_caliber

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About small_caliber
Biography:
Hunter, Small game shooter and target shooter.
Location:
New Zealand
Interests:
gunsmithing, reloading, nature photography
Occupation:
Self employed

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02-06-2023 12:21 AM
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21-06-2014
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    small_caliber liked post by Puffin On thread : Forming .257 Roberts Ackley Improved cases from 8x57 brass
    Forming .257 Roberts Ackley Improved cases from 8x57 brass Background Recently I found that I was down to my last ten or so loaded rounds for the hunting rifle chambered in .257...
    Liked On: 31-01-2021, 01:24 PM
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    small_caliber liked post by Mr Browning On thread : Firearms in Vehicles
    I wonder how many of these the police actually break this on a daily basis. Sadly, this is a load of bollocks and leaves shooters/hunters with no choice but to potentially break the law. You cant...
    Liked On: 31-01-2021, 12:33 PM
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    small_caliber liked post by Woody On thread : Just a thought for experienced older hunters
    Only shoot what you can use. "Good animal numbers" means less hobbling along for old knees :) Relaxing and enjoying the view are important too. As you get older you lose old mates to the other happy...
    Liked On: 31-01-2021, 12:27 PM
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    small_caliber liked post by Jhon On thread : Keeping it Simple for New Handloaders
    Interesting thread and viewpoints. I'm an avid reloader in several Pistol and Rifle calibres. On the range I can shoot a modest group, as good with my reloads as with factory. The ammo is usually...
    Liked On: 13-01-2021, 08:13 AM
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    small_caliber liked post by Ryan_Songhurst On thread : Keeping it Simple for New Handloaders
    I know several people who go all out getting really in depth with their reloading who couldn't shoot a good group if they tried anyhow. The number one thing that will improve your reloading...
    Liked On: 13-01-2021, 08:05 AM
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    small_caliber liked post by Cordite On thread : Gunsmith recommendation for lever model 92s
    The tension rose, a hush fell over the forum as Got-ya tried to follow gundoc's instructions... 157359
    Liked On: 12-01-2021, 10:26 PM
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    small_caliber liked post by Rushy On thread : Firearm licencing
    I gave my friendly AO a gentle reminder yesterday that it is four months since I submitted a renewal application and as yet I have not heard diddly squat from anyone. My license expires in six months...
    Liked On: 06-01-2021, 07:41 AM
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    small_caliber liked post by fernleaf On thread : Gun Porn, show off your new toys
    Picked this up from a local gunsjop a couple of weeks ago... Remington 700V in 6mm Remington made in January 1968. Came with 100 rounds of factory Federal ammo which was handy. Haven't tried to...
    Liked On: 28-12-2020, 01:49 PM
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    small_caliber liked post by rockland On thread : Gun Porn, show off your new toys
    First shot from my new rifle today on it's first day at work. Browning X Bolt .223 1-8 with a Leupold VX3i 3.5-10x40 in Warne steel rings & bases. No plans to chop or suppress. Ammo factory loaded...
    Liked On: 28-12-2020, 01:49 PM
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    small_caliber liked post by Ryan_Songhurst On thread : Gun Porn, show off your new toys
    Got some rings lapped to 26mm and finally got my Nickel on my little Brno :) 153059
    Liked On: 28-12-2020, 01:47 PM
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    small_caliber liked post by Ryan_Songhurst On thread : Auto powder dispensers
    A decent powder thrower is way quicker than any auto dispenser. Even my "budget" lee thrower will hold a charge from start to finish loading 50 rounds, I weigh every 5th or 6th one quickly to make...
    Liked On: 16-12-2020, 07:40 AM
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    small_caliber liked post by Marty Henry On thread : Projectile manufacturing
    There was a guy x ring I think was his handle used to make 223 projectiles. They were excellent. I recall he put all the gear up for sale over $8k from memory. He was selling them for 30 or 40c each...
    Liked On: 30-11-2020, 09:10 PM
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    small_caliber liked post by 308 On thread : Firearm licencing
    For what it's worth I have had a similar runaround -not as stressful as yours, mind- and I found I got a better result when I switched to telling them that I no longer do business with them through...
    Liked On: 20-11-2020, 10:21 PM
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    small_caliber liked post by Boaraxa On thread : License vetting and medical information
    I can’t help but wonder how many front line police officers are currently on some meds that could make them react differently let alone our politicians!! 2 recent ones spring to mind 3 if you include...
    Liked On: 12-10-2020, 07:49 AM
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    small_caliber liked post by ebf On thread : License vetting and medical information
    Exactly. What happens if the doc refuses... Also, a doctor might be fundamentally opposed to firearms due to family tragedy etc. This is a fucking can of worms. When I spoke to my Doc when...
    Liked On: 12-10-2020, 07:45 AM
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