svartkruttgris#369
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Re: Stevens 44 Lugged Hammer
Reply #74 - Dec 14th, 2014 at 7:39pm
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Brian, I am coming from somewhat different background and presumptions, although our final goals for our Stevens rifles are much the same. Yes, I know about that cast ballard. What % of cast ballards in apparent excellent condition, in 40-65 or similar cartridges, even with 20K++ psi nitro loads, have not failed? THAT is evidence I prefer. I am also presuming that M44 receivers for much higher $$ rifles were made with more care and/or verification that they are sound than run-of-mill, low $$ M44s. Some of my best made firearms were produced in 1890s and heavily used in the 100++ years since, in part by me. They remain good, reliable shooters with ammo for which they were designed. I expect this Stevens M47 is another. I am also much impressed by the metallurgical advances in 1880s and 1990s and the many quality designs of firearms from those decades. Mannlichers, Mausers, Sauers, Savages, Winchesters, Rigbys, H&H, Brownings, Stevens(?), Husqvarnas, Remingtons, to name a very few. In addition, I expect that your approach to making a lugged hammer for M44s will prove viable, especially for individuals that have machining skills similar to yours. We really don't have major differences in goals, even though our paths may differ. Grisen
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