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    Gunsmithing Lathe 1 3/8 spindle bore

    Can do up to 1.25" straight taper in my 1 3/8". Also a fan of the two spider method, can do down to 19" with that set up. Should serve you well for 90% of "common" jobs.
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    Need heavy duty tumbler: Recommendations?

    +1 on Thumler, mine is still working great after 20+ years of service.
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    Removing Expander Ball

    I run my Reddings without the expander. When I ding a case I use the Sinclair expander on it, then run it through the sizing die again. The Sinclair system has a threaded die that accepts different caliber mandrells, it has been very useful over the years.
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    Gunsmithing Front and rear spiders for my 11" Rockwell

    Nice work! Looks like we have similar projects going on this week. I just finished my backing plate last night and am mounting the spider this evening. My lathe uses a camlock chuck mounting system and with my 4 jaw limits to me to about a 22" barrel. Looks like I can go about 19" with the new...
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    Brand new shooter.... Spend $500 on match ammo or $800 reloading equip and supplies??

    Great advice here on this forum. After reloading for 30 years I can say it has been a relaxing and enjoyable hobby. There are good manuals out there to show you the basics and the starter kits can get you off to a good start. As recommended, start off with lower published loads and work up. My...
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    cleaning out lead fouling

    Shooters choice and a bronze brush works well.
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    Gunsmithing Grizzly G4003 Lathe

    I purchased an older Grizzly 4002 and am very happy with it. The spindle bore is big enough to chamber through the headstock and mine was wired 220 single phase so it was an easy hook up for my basement. The 4003 should work well if it is at a decent price and has not been abused. If you can...
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    Gunsmithing Bedding Question

    If you apply tape around the barrel at the front of the channel and towards the back of the barrel channel to set the action where you want it, you should not experience this. I use a light wrapping of electrical tape around the center of the action after I Devcon to keep it in place while I...
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    Gunsmithing >Remington 700 .308 Bolt Interchangeability

    Some bolts may interchange and headspace and some may not. A set of "Go" and "No Go" for your 308 is the best way to determine the safety of swapping bolts. Fluting is primarily cosmetic and a case could be made for a slight weight savings if building a lightweight hunting rifle. I do like...
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    Gunsmithing Need help with a older Mod 700 Rem SPS 223 stock.

    Is it still loose with the mag installed into the receiver? That usually snugs the piece in between the mag box sides. Once inside the receiver and stock it should stay put.
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    Gunsmithing reworked action does not fit stock

    If your action was trued, you lost a small amount of material off the face, thus slightly shortening the action and moving the lug back. Tom is good people, you made a wise choice.
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    Gunsmithing Different ways to indicate and thread/chamber a barrel

    I am a previous rod and bushing user. When faced with a backorder on another rod and bushing set for a new caliber chamber I purchased a long stem indicator and am now a #4 method convert. To me there is no issue reading between lands and grooves, I simply re-zero my dial and can get the...
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