NEW PROJECT.......................

[DuncaninFrance]

Just ordered a set of Lee dies from Brownells France (Used to be Midway). €163 inc p&p /£122 / $183

Think that's everything I need

Got to figure out a way of getting Elaine to agree to a Martini Henry IV now

[Miller Tyme]

Looks like you got a nice one Duncan, I enjoy following your exploits.

[DuncaninFrance]

Thanks Walt, it's really getting into my blood this time in history..................

[Niner]

Considering the price of those dies, it's getting into your pocket as well as your blood.

[DuncaninFrance]

I looked on Lees site and they were $122 but we get screwed here in Europe for anything from the US
Kranks in the UK quoted about €125 / $138 but that was only for a 2 die set and no shell holder.

Looking on the bright side though, it's a great learning curve

[DuncaninFrance]

Rifle arrived today, looks like a goodun but haven't had time to look in detail. Sunday is set aside for a strip and check................................

[DuncaninFrance]

Stripped her down today and have started a detailed clean and inspect.

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More images to follow later..................

THE BORE.

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[DuncaninFrance]

Here, as promised are the photographs from the first strip down of the rifle.
The markings seem to be 100% BSA and there are numerous places marked with 4 punch indents.
Overall the weapon appears in good order and shootable BUT if anyone spots a potential problem let me know - I hope to take it to the range next week if possible.

[Niner]

I'd say it has enough official marks and proofs. Looks like some minor pitting....which I would think is to be expected. I look forward to seeing what kind of shooter it is in pictures of your future paper target.

[DuncaninFrance]

Have now finished the Mk.II version of the jig for cutting down 24g cases, which works very well. No need for a dowel insert as a sharp blade cuts very evenly with no distortion to the plastic.
It even allows for cutting brass 24g but using a saw rather than a knife





Just nee a casting session over the weekend and it's range time next week