twist rate ?

[Cserv]

I have an old j.c. higgins .22 and was wondering if anyone knew the twist of this rifle? I've looked but haven't been able to find much, as my google-fu is weak. All I have found is the sears/j.c. higgins model41 is equivalent to Marlin 101. j.c. higgins script was stopped around '65, not much else known. At least I've not been able to find. Ayy help/info is appreciated. Thanks.
Eric

 

[TOP PREDATOR]

Re: twist rate ?

if you can't find an "official" twist rate as that seems to be a toughie, do this:

1. cleaning rod
2. make a straight line on one side with a sharpie.
3. put a cleaning jag on with patch and/or brush
4. slowly slide down barrel
5. when the line you drew makes 1 complete revolution, mark it on the rod.
6. meaure from the beginning of the rod to where you made the 1 complete revolution mark, that'll give you a close "1 in so many inch of twist" rate.
7. do it a few times to confirm.

 

[Papagrizzly]

Re: twist rate ?

TOP P's instructions are very good.

Bore Tech's "Bore Stix" rods have two dots on their cleaning rods for measuring twist rate. Align these two dots and run it in until they are aligned again. Then measure how much rod has gone in. A nylon brush will grab the best.

 

[Cserv]

Re: twist rate ?

Thanks for the goods.
Eric