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Recent content by bahazero

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    8x57 Mauser Reloading

    I am currently loading some 8x57 with Staball. 198gr FMJ PPU bullets 51gr StaBall (Max load according to Hodgedon) I haven't gotten a chance to chrono it, but I don't see any pressure signs from this load.
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    Defiance Tenacity

    That's what I suspect too, but when I emailed Defiance about it, they are telling me the bolt is within spec. They are telling me to open the counterbore instead. I am also wondering if the nitriding of the bolt, opened up the diameter. I've contacted Area419 to inquire the counterbore spec...
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    Defiance Tenacity

    I have a question about the bolt spec for those who own this action. I am having issues headspacing a barrel (prefit remage barrel from X Caliber), but the bolt nose (measures at .694"-.708") won't fit into the counterbore of the barrel. The counterbore diameter measure .704" This would be...