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We had a pretty good time with this episode. I get a chance to shoot a rare 32″ model 1895 for the first time and a 14″ 1892 trapper. I think you’ll get a kick out of it:
November 7, 2015
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Looks like fun. What bullet weight do you reckon that 1895 will like? I have moulds that drop 250, 255 and 286 grains @ .380 and .381”. A couple are even gas check moulds.
Mike
Thanks for watching, Mike. The 260 grain, .379 bullets I was shooting seemed to perform well, but I need to spend some time shooting paper with them instead of milk jugs to give them a proper test. If I can get to it, I’ll slug the bore today and see what I find. It might be a good time for a “how to” video on slugging a bore.
I have some 38-55, 245 grain molds that I haven’t gotten around to using. I’ll cast some of those and give them a try.
November 7, 2015
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Good plan. My 38-55 is a bit picky, that’s why I have a selection of moulds. The bore on my early 1894 is right at .380 and not surprisingly favors fat bullets. Problem is today’s gas checks are designed for the .377 bullets so I have learned to anneal them for the bullet it likes best; the Accurate 38-255L. From the crack of that old 1895 I’m thinking you might benefit from a GC bullet, I was hoping to avoid that with my 38-55. The things we do to shoot these old guns.
Mike
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Mark,
I really enjoyed this video. The two rare guns were a lot of fun to watch. I have a model 94 trapper with a 14″ barrel in 25-35. I’ve never shot it, but seeing how much fun it looks to shoot your little 92, I’m going to have to give mine a try.
Thanks,
Al
The video’s are great , really like this one . That 38-72 WCF hits with some punch . I may have missed it , what powder was used in the 38-72 WCF ? Thanks for taking the time to post the video’s .
tionesta1 said
Mark,I really enjoyed this video. The two rare guns were a lot of fun to watch. I have a model 94 trapper with a 14″ barrel in 25-35. I’ve never shot it, but seeing how much fun it looks to shoot your little 92, I’m going to have to give mine a try.
Thanks,
Al
Thanks Al. I’d highly recommend shooting your trapper. Starting this video project with the vintage firearms has pushed me to get out several guns that I was always meaning to shoot someday, but never did. The videos aren’t getting a lot of views, but I’m just having a blast.
dusty texian said
The video’s are great , really like this one . That 38-72 WCF hits with some punch . I may have missed it , what powder was used in the 38-72 WCF ? Thanks for taking the time to post the video’s .
Thanks Dusty. I’m using 5744 in the 38-72. I haven’t loaded much for this caliber, but it has worked well for me in my 40-72’s.
I’m glad you like the videos. I’m having a great time making them. I really hope they might generate some interest from new collectors and bring some new blood into our hobby. Mark
A very worthy effort , we should all try to come up with ways to get new blood interested in our antique firearm’s collecting / shooting sports . The interest is there if they are just exposed to the old time guns most like what they see . When I shoot at our shooting club , I am usually the only one there shooting something other than a black gun . After two or three shots of Bp. from one of my 73 or 76 rifles usually draws a crowd of people asking questions and a shot or two is always offered . You just never can tell , may get one or two , to get interested enough to join the ranks . Thanks again for the Video’s . DT
Mark
Is it just my imagination, or does the left side of the forearm on your 95 have a cartouche or some kind of markings on it?
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Maverick
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May 3, 2020
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Another great video, keep them coming I look forward to the next one !
could you look out for a 44a sight in good condition next time you’re at any show ? Not easy to find in the Uk ??
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Mark,
I’ve enjoyed all your videos and look forward to some of the “how to’s”. I’ve forwarded your site to many friends that are not members but who love Winchesters. Great feedback ! I subscribed too.
Many Thanks,
Bill
Mark:
Spot on! Really enjoyed that Long-Tom 1895. Your video inspires me to take out my 18″ Model 1894 carbine and mow down some of those ornery 1 galleon milk jugs………..
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Maverick said
MarkIs it just my imagination, or does the left side of the forearm on your 95 have a cartouche or some kind of markings on it?
Sincerely,
Maverick
I looked it over and there are just some light gouges that do look something like a cartouche. It would make for some interesting research if it had turned to be a cartouche. I have an early ’95 with a ranch brand and I’ve tried for years to track down that brand with no luck.
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Another great video, keep them coming I look forward to the next one !could you look out for a 44a sight in good condition next time you’re at any show ? Not easy to find in the Uk ??
Thanks coldweld! Glad to hear you like the videos. I’ll keep an eye out for a 44a for you. Somebody on this forum may see this and be able to help as well.
Blueliner said
Mark,I’ve enjoyed all your videos and look forward to some of the “how to’s”. I’ve forwarded your site to many friends that are not members but who love Winchesters. Great feedback ! I subscribed too.
Many Thanks,
Bill
Thanks for passing it on to your friends, Bill. Good to hear you’re enjoying them.
Rick Hill said
Mark:Spot on! Really enjoyed that Long-Tom 1895. Your video inspires me to take out my 18″ Model 1894 carbine and mow down some of those ornery 1 galleon milk jugs………..
Thanks Rick. You may just have to take a road trip down here and shoot that short barreled ’94.
Another great video Mark! Thanks mate! Both very rare Winchesters.
Even though you say you are not getting many views, I am watching them here in Australia! You inspired me to get my ’73 SRC out. Shot it recently and had a great time, was pleasantly surprised at how accurate it was.
Keep up the great videos!
Chris
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A few weeks back I took out to the gravel pit a Mod. ’92 14″ trapper and an artillery mod. Colt both in 44-40 of course. I gotta think a person just can’t have much more fun than that at age 72. I just got a mod.1887 , 12 ga. that I posted pictures of , I’ve never had one and I’m not much of a shotgun guy, but I think this ones going out to the gravel pit also, maybe along with the Henry and I’ll put a few thru it to, it’s just so damned expensive though, Oh well.
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Aussie Chris said
Another great video Mark! Thanks mate! Both very rare Winchesters.Even though you say you are not getting many views, I am watching them here in Australia! You inspired me to get my ’73 SRC out. Shot it recently and had a great time, was pleasantly surprised at how accurate it was.
Keep up the great videos!
Chris
Thanks for watching, Chris! Glad to hear that these videos are inspiring people to shoot their old Winchesters.
Henry Mero said
A few weeks back I took out to the gravel pit a Mod. ’92 14″ trapper and an artillery mod. Colt both in 44-40 of course. I gotta think a person just can’t have much more fun than that at age 72. I just got a mod.1887 , 12 ga. that I posted pictures of , I’ve never had one and I’m not much of a shotgun guy, but I think this ones going out to the gravel pit also, maybe along with the Henry and I’ll put a few thru it to, it’s just so damned expensive though, Oh well.
Great to hear you shoot some of the guns in your fantastic collection. Are you planning to shoot the Henry? If so, do you have a source of 44 rimfire ammo?
Mark Douglas said
Great to hear you shoot some of the guns in your fantastic collection. Are you planning to shoot the Henry? If so, do you have a source of 44 rimfire ammo?
We have been thinking about shooting our 44 rimfire too. Some say to scrape the tips off some strike anywhere matches then add acetone to make a paste. Spread in the outer area of the case/rim and let dry. There is a website that says they have a kit to make primer compound but I don’t know anyone who has used it? Some know how to make fulminate of mercury but don’t want to teach others because of the inhalation dangers and it’s explosive nature.
https://sharpshooter-22lr-reloader.myshopify.com/products/prime-all-repriming-compound
Chuck said
Mark Douglas said
Great to hear you shoot some of the guns in your fantastic collection. Are you planning to shoot the Henry? If so, do you have a source of 44 rimfire ammo?
We have been thinking about shooting our 44 rimfire too. Some say to scrape the tips off some strike anywhere matches then add acetone to make a paste. Spread in the outer area of the case/rim and let dry. There is a website that says they have a kit to make primer compound but I don’t know anyone who has used it? Some know how to make fulminate of mercury but don’t want to teach others because of the inhalation dangers and it’s explosive nature.
https://sharpshooter-22lr-reloader.myshopify.com/products/prime-all-repriming-compound
Thanks Chuck. I’ve looked at the Sharpshooter website and was planning to try it when I can get brass made. I’m still trying to get the combination to turn brass on the equipment I’ve got in the shop. Straight-walled center fire brass is easy to make, but rimfire is quite a bit more difficult to make in any volume without a CNC lathe. I’m working on making some of my own tooling for my turret lathe to solve it. I already have the bullet molds and reloading dies for the 44 Henry. Mostly just have to find the time to work it all out.
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