Ruger’s Hawkeye Long Range Target 6.5 PRC Part II
My writing routine is to type a few sentences, then reference “Common Errors in English Usage” just to see how many mortal and/or venial grammatical sins I had committed.The report on that research is typically, “All of them”. The truth of the matter is, my writing stems from the stream […] [Read More]
S&W's Model 19 Classic Part I
I mostly listen to old songs, or new singers who sing old songs. I think I never recovered from the trauma of Disco, the British Invasion and an overdose of soul. One of my favorite songs is Bob Dylan’s “If Not For You” that was release around October of 1970. […] [Read More]
Ruger's Precision Rimfire 22 Magnum
Ruger Precision Rimfire Company Ruger Point of Manufacturer Mayodan, NC Model # 8405 Type of Action Bolt, Adjustable Throw Caliber 22 WMR Magazine Capacity 5 Magazine Type Rotary – 15 Round Optional Barrel Length 18.0″ Barrel Material Hammer Forged 1137 Alloy Barrel Finish Black Oxide Rifling Twist Rate 1:14″ Receiver […] [Read More]
Ruger’s Mark IV 22/45 Lite Part II
I’ve been working on some ideas for a shop project. Over the past six months I’ve advanced the ball, metaphorically speaking, to conclude the project will incorporate and electric motor… 48 volts, 1000 Amps… and a sprocket. Beyond that, blank space, dead air, niemand ist zu hause. It is tough […] [Read More]
Ruger's Hawkeye Compact Rifle Part I
It’s been four weeks since attempting a new article. I know, “Joe, we didn’t realize you were gone”. Yeah, yeah, yeah… The problem is I am easily distracted under the best circumstances. I start writing about a gun stock and end up researching “Walnut Through The Ages” and, at the […] [Read More]
Winchester's Model 70 Featherweight 280 Rem Part II
The 280 Remington data that follows is based on performance in concert with the Winchester Model 70 Featherweight. No, they are not appearing with James Taylor or The Reverend Horton Heat, I just mean that handload performance can best be assessed with the intended firearm and not optimized to a […] [Read More]
Ruger’s Hawkeye Predator in 223 Rem Part II
Maine winter’s freezing temperatures and constant snowfall is a bit of a mixed blessing. One one hand, shooting from a bench outdoors is not as much fun as one might assume. On the other hand, being cooped up in a nice warm shop gave me an opportunity to listen to […] [Read More]
The Ruger Hawkeye in 30-06 Springfield
Just getting back to work after quadruple heart bypass surgery. Four and one half days in Maine Medical Center then home. Rehab is straight forward, these people are all medical rock stars, but impatience is tough to contain. Fortunately, I have some article drafts and data to finish until all […] [Read More]
Hornady's Lock-N-Load Auto Charge™
It is always good to check out new equipment as the effort can sometimes lead to improving handload production, quality and/or quantity. Methods of weighing and dispensing charges are central to any reloading set up and their applicability varies with reloading objectives. Reloading in support of a 1,000 round a […] [Read More]
Hornady's Rotary Case Tumbler
Brass cleaning can be serious business. No, not so much as an object of intense focus, but more of a task that doesn’t typically put a smile on a person’s face. The result is that the average handloader keeps an accumulation of twenty metric tons of once fired brass in […] [Read More]