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Forum: Reloading Bench

11-04-2013, 09:58 PM

Replies: 12

Failure to feed on some handloads.

Views: 10,068

Posted By Big Smoke

I took your advice, Dave, and it worked like a...

I took your advice, Dave, and it worked like a charm. Like I had any doubt... :)
I was over on a Reloading group on Facebook, and saw someone with the exact same problem. He posted pics of his...

Forum: Reloading Bench

10-04-2013, 10:48 AM

Replies: 12

Failure to feed on some handloads.

Views: 10,068

Posted By Big Smoke

I didn't realize you needed to expand it that...

I didn't realize you needed to expand it that much. I'll open it up and try that. Sounds feasible to me. When you seat the bullet, and if it's not open enough, it would shave off lead, but I just...

Forum: Reloading Bench

10-03-2013, 03:52 PM

Replies: 12

Failure to feed on some handloads.

Views: 10,068

Posted By Big Smoke

Most of them work fine. Just a stray every here...

Most of them work fine. Just a stray every here and there. I'll crimp a little more and check again. Haven't had this problem until recently.
I loaded a bunch last winter, and haven't shot much...

Forum: Reloading Bench

10-03-2013, 01:21 PM

Replies: 12

Failure to feed on some handloads.

Views: 10,068

Posted By Big Smoke

I'm using a 4 die setup. Seating and crimping...

I'm using a 4 die setup. Seating and crimping done separately. I did notice that on a couple, the seating die did shave a little lead. But if everything is within spec, even that shouldn't be an...

Forum: Reloading Bench

10-02-2013, 12:01 AM

Replies: 12

Failure to feed on some handloads.

Views: 10,068

Posted By Big Smoke

Failure to feed on some handloads.

Here's a dilemma for you techie types. On some of my handloads, for .45 acp, I occasionally get problems with feeding. So I broke out the dial calipers and case gauge and did some checking. All the...

Forum: AR Skool

06-24-2013, 02:14 PM

Replies: 38

Sticky: AR Doctrines 101 Class

Views: 45,728

Posted By Big Smoke

Thanks for the info, guys. I just picked up my...

Thanks for the info, guys. I just picked up my lower receivers, and while I save some money, I have time to decide how I want to build them. One will be for short range, and one for longer range. ...

Forum: AR Skool

06-22-2013, 02:16 PM

Replies: 38

Sticky: AR Doctrines 101 Class

Views: 45,728

Posted By Big Smoke

This thread seems to be a bit played out, but I'm...

This thread seems to be a bit played out, but I'm hoping to revive it. :) I've always wanted an AR, but it was not at the top of my priority list, so I don't have one yet. However, since Maryland is...

Forum: A&G Custom Gun Leather

04-13-2013, 08:37 PM

Replies: 19

Another New Belt From A&G

Views: 19,418

Posted By Big Smoke

Just an FYI~ I wasn't able to get to it until...

Just an FYI~ I wasn't able to get to it until today, but it worked like a charm. I cut a slot in the head, and was able to put a screwdriver in both ends, allowing it to come free. Thanks for the...

Forum: A&G Custom Gun Leather

04-09-2013, 11:41 AM

Replies: 19

Another New Belt From A&G

Views: 19,418

Posted By Big Smoke

Good tip. I have a dremel, and the disc of which...

Good tip. I have a dremel, and the disc of which you speak, so I'll give it a shot. I hope my hand is as steady as it used to be. ;) I'll give it a try this evening after work.
Thanks for the tip.

Forum: A&G Custom Gun Leather

04-09-2013, 12:20 AM

Replies: 19

Another New Belt From A&G

Views: 19,418

Posted By Big Smoke

That sounds great, but if there's a safe way to...

That sounds great, but if there's a safe way to cut these and put in new ones, I'd be perfectly happy. If not, I'll take you up on your very generous offer.

Forum: A&G Custom Gun Leather

04-06-2013, 09:49 PM

Replies: 19

Another New Belt From A&G

Views: 19,418

Posted By Big Smoke

Can I ask what size these fasteners are? I found...

Can I ask what size these fasteners are? I found a place that sells them, and I want to buy some replacements in case I mess these up. I'm thinking the only way to get these off is to cut them, and...

Forum: A&G Custom Gun Leather

03-18-2013, 02:35 PM

Replies: 19

Another New Belt From A&G

Views: 19,418

Posted By Big Smoke

I was holding it with my thumb as I tried to...

I was holding it with my thumb as I tried to unscrew it, but it just spins. I can't put enough pressure to keep it from spinning with my hands. I'll have to try something else. I'll get it, though....

Forum: Reloading Bench

03-17-2013, 11:58 AM

Replies: 19

Squib Question

Views: 9,946

Posted By Big Smoke

I've had a couple squibs over the years, but...

I've had a couple squibs over the years, but that's it. Surprisingly, it wasn't from my reloads, but factory ammunition. Both were in my S&W 686, and both got lodged in the barrel. Luckily for me, I...

Forum: A&G Custom Gun Leather

03-16-2013, 06:57 PM

Replies: 19

Another New Belt From A&G

Views: 19,418

Posted By Big Smoke

Got it in the mail yesterday! nanner Very nice...

Got it in the mail yesterday! nanner Very nice belt! Just wondering how to put a different buckle on it, though. The escutcheons that are bolted on just spin when I try to unscrew them. Not sure how...

Forum: Reloading Bench

03-15-2013, 01:49 PM

Replies: 48

Sticky: COTEP Reloaders Swapping Thread:

Views: 172,901

Posted By Big Smoke

Spoke with my LGS yesterday, and they said they...

Spoke with my LGS yesterday, and they said they are only getting like 20 purchases a day now, down from ~60 a day a month ago. So maybe, just maybe, it is starting to slow down. I can't see why it...

Forum: Pulling The Trigger

03-15-2013, 01:41 PM

Replies: 2

Speaking of Trigger control...

Views: 5,830

Posted By Big Smoke

Speaking of Trigger control...

Have you seen this new product? http://www.thetriggertrainer.net/ I ordered one, but they are so popular, right now, they are backordered until mid-April.
Now I'll be able to sit in my doctors...

Forum: Main Forum

03-15-2013, 01:38 PM

Replies: 13

California Seizes Guns as Owners Lose Right to Keep Arms

Views: 7,382

Posted By Big Smoke

I wonder if they are going to go to all the...

I wonder if they are going to go to all the convicted felons and remove their guns as well? Don't hold your breath.:rolleyes:

Forum: A&G Custom Gun Leather

03-15-2013, 01:25 PM

Replies: 19

Another New Belt From A&G

Views: 19,418

Posted By Big Smoke

I just ordered a belt a few weeks ago. Great...

I just ordered a belt a few weeks ago. Great customer service. Not being very knowledgeable about belts, I ordered a belt with a stiffener, AND velcro. He called me and explained to me the...

Forum: Lane's Dungeon

02-12-2013, 01:32 PM

Replies: 34

Hey Lane!!!

Views: 51,801

Posted By Big Smoke

Lane, have you tried one of those zero gravity ...

Lane, have you tried one of those zero gravity things where you hang upside down? Just thinking it may help relieve some pain by hanging upside down and letting the vertebrae go back the other...

Forum: Lane's Dungeon

10-18-2012, 04:15 PM

Replies: 14

Holster and Belt update

Views: 28,961

Posted By Big Smoke

Sloooow. :) :D

Sloooow. :) :D

Forum: Lane's Dungeon

08-13-2012, 11:53 AM

Replies: 8

Holsters and Belts

Views: 17,519

Posted By Big Smoke

It's been a few months, and I was just wondering...

It's been a few months, and I was just wondering where I was in the queue. Any word yet? I'm starting to get itchy feet. nanner
:)

Forum: Wheel Guns

07-18-2012, 12:41 AM

Replies: 7

Two for Tuesday

Views: 2,936

Posted By Big Smoke

Nice karma! I'm IN! :D ;)

Nice karma!
I'm IN!

:D ;)

Forum: Main Forum

06-20-2012, 10:07 AM

Replies: 30

In Honor of my son on his wedding day

Views: 9,591