Overthinking the 357 SIG....again Part I
When I get back to working with a cartridge, I need to rethink my strategy all over again, looking for something new I might have overlooked the first time, some little edge that could lead to some small or major improvement. That’s what separates handloaders from drill press operators; hopefully, […] [Read More]
Politics may be the least of our problems.
I typically try to pick up a rifle or handgun I think will offer several areas of interest to write about; the gun, shooting, reloading and maybe hunting. Lately it’s become more and more difficult to locate a rifle to write about. In fact, the most recent three rifles selected […] [Read More]
Crimping - Is it worth the effort ?
I was writing the article “Tools for .45-70 handload development”, extolling the virtues of crimping, when I began to wonder if, in fact, crimping mattered at all. Handloaders do a lot of things habitually, and often don’t stop to ask the basic question, “Why the heck am I doing this?” […] [Read More]
Extreme Measures
I while back, I wrote an article comparing RCBS Uniflow and Hornady Lock n’ Load powder measures. Included was some analysis of the charge throwing consistency, or lack of consistency, demonstrated by each. Almost immediately, I received an e-mail, advising me to buy a Harrellmeasure, indicating the product is dead […] [Read More]
What's killing the firearms industry ? Well, maybe the firearms industry
It’s interesting to watch the dynamics of people involved in the ownership and sale of firearms. They hunker down in defense against the government, point to anti-gun politicians, warn of developing local and federal legislation, preach paranoia, and turn a blind eye to the industry’s basic problems; public apathy or […] [Read More]
Los Altos Rod and Gun Club
Typically, I travel up to Lake Chabot when I need outdoor range facilities. It’s a nice place to shoot and an expansive facility, but the distance and time required for travel doesn’t make for a spontaneous outing when free time becomes available. Checking on the “Where to Shoot” […] [Read More]
Big Bore Sixguns
I always liked Elmer Keith stories and I liked that hats he always wore. With articles dating back to the 1920’s, each passing year brought bigger stories and bigger hats. He achieved a level of integrity, or at least was viewed as having a level of integrity, few men […] [Read More]
Passing gas, air rifles and intra office plinking
High powered rifles are very loud. Consequently, shooting them requires lots of space, and rifle ranges aren’t typically constructed next to the local in-town dry cleaners, or neighborhood McDonalds….although events within some urban centers may suggest otherwise. A trip to our closest high power rifle range, Chabot Gun Club represents […] [Read More]
Before we get started....
We signed up as a Barnes and Noble Affiliate. Certainly not a big deal, but I have been purchasing a lot of books lately, and I quickly began to understand how aggravating that process can be. Some books look great on-line, then arrive with the appearance of a third grade […] [Read More]
New for 2003, Winchester's long awaited .450 WSM
In keeping with the current trend of “short and stubby is good”, Winchester will release a .450 WSM as a replacement within the market niche that rendered the .458 Winchester obsolete. The .450 WSM has got gun writer’s buzzing, early comparisons to even Weatherby’s 224 Rocket indicate the .450 WSM […] [Read More]