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  1. Eric_F

    Question on resizing with SAC die

    Hey. I'm not sure what's going on, if it's not lengths I'd look at widths/diameters (neck, shoulders). But on the 0.004" bump for new brass (if that ends up being needed), if you're concerned you could anneal *after* the first sizing and that ought to be addressed. Further resizing can just be...
  2. Eric_F

    .277 Fury 16.5” shorty bolt report

    Sorry to continue the thread drift, but in case it helps anyone I want to follow up: annealing my cases after forming fixed the issues I was having. Pretty sure the work hardening after forming to 6.5 CM was preventing the last ~0.005" of shoulder set back. After one pass each of 308 and 6.5 CM...
  3. Eric_F

    .277 Fury 16.5” shorty bolt report

    I can handle being called a moron, especially when paired with good advice. I am new to wildcats, unless you count fireforming 6 BRA, which shouldn't count. Not new to reloading at all. I'll try the Lee lube and 308 die, thanks.
  4. Eric_F

    .277 Fury 16.5” shorty bolt report

    Welp. I formed about 35 Fury cases down to 6.5 CM without too much issue. However, I found I needed a Small Base die and repeated sizings to get them fitting in a chamber gauge (or my chamber). But just today I started having cases where the brass was spinning separately from the steel base, and...
  5. Eric_F

    Safe recommendation

    Agreed that a budget is needed. Disagree that you should skip a safe or use a minimal cabinet until you can get a Fort Knox or whatever. Personally I'd go for a Liberty/Cannon/whatever is available on sale locally. I know you asked for keyed and battery free, but at this price and space...
  6. Eric_F

    Ugly reloading precision primer seater

    The ACP has been replaced by the APP. I've heard good things about both but never used them. I do really like the Lee Classic Turret and Six Pack presses though. https://www.titanreloading.com/product/lee-deluxe-app/ Anyway, the Ugly primer looks cool, but I'm perfectly fine with my Frankford...
  7. Eric_F

    Tikka re-barrel for 7prc or 280ai

    Either cartridge may run into OAL problems in a Tikka with factory magazines and heavy bullets, BTW. If you're running 3.56" MDT mags or LA AICS mags (with a chassis or aftermarket bottom metal) then you're fine.
  8. Eric_F

    The Goldilocks Hunting Rifle

    Middleweight 7mm is the obvious answer. So 280 AI if you want factory ammo availability, 284 Win if you like being a special snowflake. I've got a 9lb Tikka 284 for basically your purposes.
  9. Eric_F

    Optic recommendation 3-18 on a budget

    At that price point you'll have to go Chinese, except for maybe that Riton. You can find the Vortex Strike Eagle 3-18 for $500 (there have been a few on eBay recently) or as mentioned the Athlon Helos 2-12.
  10. Eric_F

    Tikka T3 Tact A1 - scope mounts

    Had to look up the MTC rings. They seem like air gun rings, so I'd stay away in general but especially the adjustable cant seems like asking for trouble. They are however quite affordable (as is your optic) so I take it you're looking for budget recommendations. Generally people here like the...
  11. Eric_F

    New 6mm Advanced Rifle Cartridge

    https://www.snipershide.com/shooting/threads/best-d-i-y-option-for-brass-annealing.6989832/#post-8361405 I built one of these. If you're not up for that, I've heard pretty good things about the Ugly Annealer on Amazon.
  12. Eric_F

    Optics Wtb mil swfa 3-15

    https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/swfa-3-15x42-mil-mil.317994/
  13. Eric_F

    Spotters Bushnell Match Pro 15x56 binos with reticle.

    Scopelist claims they have 5 in stock right now: https://www.scopelist.com/Bushnell-Match-Pro-ED-15x56-Binoculars-BMP1556G.aspx
  14. Eric_F

    SOLD .223/6mm Area 419 Hellfire Brake (BNIB)

    Assuming it includes the adapter, I'll take it.
  15. Eric_F

    80,000 PSI capable actions for Sig Fury

    Thanks, yeah some good looking loads possible in the 70k range per GRT. For what bullets and powders I've got on the shelf: 143 Norma Bondstrike, 22" barrel, 2.92" OAL CFE-223, 42.8 gr, 92.7% fill, 70271 psi, 2814 fps IMR 4895, 40.0 gr, 85.5% fill, 68017 psi, 2769 fps StaBall 6.5, 46.2 gr...
  16. Eric_F

    80,000 PSI capable actions for Sig Fury

    Welp, I'm in for some brass. At the very least I'm going to try the 6.5 CM conversion. I'll leave the nuclear testing to 45-90, but the appeal to me is potentially everlasting brass even at max (book) loads. Bolt thrust even at 80 kpsi is less than 300 WSM at SAAMI pressure.
  17. Eric_F

    Accessories Clearing out the gun room.

    I'll take the 6 ARC barrel. PM inbound.
  18. Eric_F

    Reloading Equipment Found

    Text sent.
  19. Eric_F

    80,000 PSI capable actions for Sig Fury

    Pulled (primed) brass is back in stock: https://americanreloading.com/277-fury/3249-277-fury-sig-primed-hybrid-case-100ct.html A bit spendier now, $82.50/100 shipped.
  20. Eric_F

    Annealer options

    Ugly annealer or make your own are also cheap and just as effective as the annealez https://www.snipershide.com/shooting/threads/best-d-i-y-option-for-brass-annealing.6989832/#post-8361405 Here's mine
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