SWshooter

My HK-91 flutes 'em, dents the case mouth and then puts a big ding half-way down. I've reloaded a bunch of them and never had a problem. Firing irons all the old dents out ( not the flutes ) and puts in new ones. After about three loads I throw them away, as they are pretty ugly with three sets of overlapping flute marks.

I've been looking at Mernickle, it is highly recommended by the Gunblast boys. I actually have Kramer, so I know it's good stuff. I'm 6' 2" and 300 lbs myself, so I have the bulk to carry a 5" 1911 without a problem. Unfortunately I have multiple deteriorating discs that don't allow wearing a tight belt. I find that an IWB that carries the gun fairly low works well. Any belt holster is too easily spotted for everyday carry, though I usually use one during hunting season. Of course, cold weather is easy, it's hot summer weather when you can't really wear anything heavier than a T-shirt, that's the real test for concealment. The ultimate test is a T-shirt tucked into cut-off jeans and no belt. If you can carry a 1911 without notice under those conditions you are a real pro.

Even if I had access to machine tools it probably wouldn't do me much good <dontknow>, however i do have access to a brother-in-law who is a machinist <thumbsup>, probably the next best thing. The AR system does seem to be pretty user friendly. Bolt gun work requires a good, long metal cutting lathe and the skill to use it, at least if you want to do barrel work.

A Fine New Guy with a Fine New Rifle. We also want pictures of targets, proposed upgrades, etc etc etc ... :)

I agree with Survivalshop, not a problem. They should reload without a problem. You might consider playing with extractors, extractor springs, and D rings, if it really bothers you. If you think those are bad you should see what an HK-91 does to them.

Jgun, how much work are you willing to do on your own guns? I'm pretty much just a parts swapper myself, but I wouldn't mind learning to do more 1911 work, since I have the time now.

I've been looking at holster makers for a new rig for my Delta Gold Cup that I'm expecting back from the gunsmith any time now. I was curious as to what your preferences are in CCW leather (or plastic, nylon, etc.). I've got a Kramer IWB with a steel clip that fits both my 39 and my 3914. It is probably the best holster I've got. I've had it for at least ten years and it's still like new. I wear it a lot, pretty much daily. I also have a couple Safariland's that are very good,and a bunch of Alessi's that work OK but I'm not really thrilled with. I don't really like nylon or plastic, never had much luck with them. I've used shoulder holsters and cross-draw rigs, but pretty much settled down to IWB appendix carry as being the most comfortable and most practical. I'm trying out a new holster called a Kangaroo Carry and it is actually a very good deep concealment holster. I'm going to try carrying the 5" Delta in it to see how practical it is for a big gun. What's your daily carry rig ?

Looks like salts left over after the barrel was treated, what he said, hot water a brush and some elbow grease.

The straight trigger is supposed to keep the pull weight the same no matter where on the trigger you place your finger. I try to use shops within easy driving distance, so I can check up on things occasionally. To my mind, if a gun is truly custom, I should be able to use whatever parts I want, that's what custom is. Another problem is gunsmiths that won't let you supply your own parts, they want to order everything themselves. I think they just want the mark up for themselves. I can buy parts at dealer myself so I save a lot of money by bringing in the gun and the parts and just paying for the labor to assemble. Of course, if you have a problem, then it's your responsibility to return unusable parts and get the right ones. I don't mind doing this because I've found from past experience that I am willing to devote more time to parts chasing than the average gunsmith.

Yeah, there's only one topic that's forbidden. Whatever you do, don't mention gas tube roll pins. ;)

If I remember correctly, someone makes a plastic piece that glues to the front of the buffer to absorb recoil or something. That would probably solve your problem.

You aren't another one of those Marines from Texas are you? After reading about your attempt I've decided not to bring any rope with me when I hunt, just so I won't be tempted. You live pretty close to the border, maybe you could refine your technique on wetbacks?

Me like! Me want! Me broke! <dontknow>

Nice rig. I've been wanting a LaRue mount for my little M4 clone piston gun, but they are rather pricey. Always something else I'd rather spend the money on. There's just something about that 7.62 round that inspires confidence.

Lord, not another Marine, and from Texas too. Welcome, you should fit in here just fine (and if you don't, just kick butt until you do).I always liked having a few Marines around, especially with pyro, and really large caliber weapons. Gives my heart a warm, safe feeling.

Maybe it's just the neighborhood rubbin' off on ya, welcome to the NUTHOUSE, from the rest of the nuts!!!

Have you ever looked at Fusion's kits? Seems like a good way to get into building your own. They have most of the tough stuff done. The slide is fitted, the barrel is fitted, the ejector and the spring tube is installed. Buy the rest of the parts you want and put it together.

Most people that shoot the odd and unusual cartridges learn pretty quick that it's handload or nothing. You might find some ammo at some of the smaller specialty shops like Cor-Bon, Double-Tap, etc.

Where did you get the grips, they are really nice.

At least in California, I'm sure it must be <lmao>

I've been out breaking in the new snowblower. I'm already tired of winter.

I use CLP and just wipe everything down with a fairly wet patch, try not to get oil on your ammo, it raises bolt thrust a lot and can lead to bolt lug failure. In my opinion, excess oil is no substitute for proper maintenance.

Thats a good deal, I'm curious as to why your selling it with only a hundred rounds through it?

If you've never had any formal marksmanship experience I recommend becoming a member of a club and doing some formal bullseye shooting. Both NRA pistol and four position small bore rifle will teach you everything you need to know about sight alignment, trigger squeeze, and breath control. Once you master the basics than IDPA and three-gun will go a long way toward mastering the basic runnin' and gunnin' skills. After that you need to spend some money and attend a serious gun fighting school. Good coaching is the best way to avoid picking up bad habits that are tough to fix later.

I don't think you can convert a 45 slide to a 38 super, the breech face is bigger. They use one slide for 9mm, 38 Super, and 40S&W/10mm; and a different slide for 45 ACP, and 460 Rowland. They take different extractors too. I don't think you can load a 38 Super to match a 10mm, at least if you load to real 10mm ballistics. I always thought an alloy frame Commander in 38 Super would make an excellent CCW gun. I'm in the process of having a Colt Delta Gold Cup rebuilt as a carry gun. I've had a ramped 10mm barrel and a ramped 40 S&W barrel fitted. I'm having a set of Elliason night sights fitted, the frame bobtailed, and new fire control parts fitted. I never thought about having a 38 Super barrel fitted, I'll have to see if ramped Super barrels are available. It would be nice to have a gun that would fire all three cartridges. I was down at the 'smiths dropping off parts and money( a lot of that) on Thursday and got to handle the gun with the bobtailed frame. It really makes the gun feel completely different from a standard 1911. You can turn the gun into your hand more and get more easily behind the frame. It should handle recoil better and also conceal easier. As for 3" revolver barrels, my personal feeling is that they are neither fish nor fowl, too long for real concealment and too short for hunting. I seem to run either 4" or 2 1/2" barrels on most of my revolvers. I finally sold my 3" Smith as I never used it.