Okay, dumb question. Am I identifying this firearm correctly as a .32 H&R Mag? That is what it was sold to me as (private sale).
I thought the H&R designation mean Harrison and Richardson, the manufacturer. I am also finding out that .32 H&R Mag can have a different meaning when referring to ammunition. This is confusing. Please help!
Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience -- Mark Twain How easy it is to make people believe a lie, and [how] hard it is to undo that work again! -- Mark Twain
Thanks Spk! Ordered 500. On top of the 400 I ordered from Powder Valley and the rounds I have on hand, that's over 1000. Good start!
I'm meeting my instructor tomorrow and will zero in on primers, powder and bullets, and what kind of reloading equipment he recommends, and then I will embark on the reloading adventure!
Oh, yeah. And I'll spend the rest of today clearing out the craft/junk/storage room so I can set up my bench!
Thanks Spk! Ordered 500. On top of the 400 I ordered from Powder Valley and the rounds I have on hand, that's over 1000. Good start!
That’s a solid 2-3 days of trigger time!!! 😁
GunNut, I cannot wait!
Any advice/insight on weighing powder manually vs using a device that measures powder weight? I've got a nice old German gold scale with counterweights that go from 1/2 grain to 4 troy ounces.
You might want to pick up a digital scale or balance beam that's accurate down to 1/10th of a grain. You'll frequently find loads like 2.5, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, etc...
Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience -- Mark Twain How easy it is to make people believe a lie, and [how] hard it is to undo that work again! -- Mark Twain
Also recommend you start with a single stage press as opposed to a progressive...Load one round at a time and concentrate on quality vs quantity
Yes, yes and yes! In the little bit of research I have done, I have come to the same conclusion. I am very much accustomed to painstaking, meticulous and repetitive tasking, and it makes great sense to concentrate on quality vs quantity.
Thanks Spk! Ordered 500. On top of the 400 I ordered from Powder Valley and the rounds I have on hand, that's over 1000. Good start!
That’s a solid 2-3 days of trigger time!!! 😁
GunNut, I cannot wait!
Any advice/insight on weighing powder manually vs using a device that measures powder weight? I've got a nice old German gold scale with counterweights that go from 1/2 grain to 4 troy ounces.
Another vote for the Charge Master. Faster and guaranteed accuracy of weight. Weighing powder by hand is TEDIOUS!!!!!
Thanks Spk! Ordered 500. On top of the 400 I ordered from Powder Valley and the rounds I have on hand, that's over 1000. Good start!
That’s a solid 2-3 days of trigger time!!! 😁
GunNut, I cannot wait!
Any advice/insight on weighing powder manually vs using a device that measures powder weight? I've got a nice old German gold scale with counterweights that go from 1/2 grain to 4 troy ounces.
Another vote for the Charge Master. Faster and guaranteed accuracy of weight. Weighing powder by hand is TEDIOUS!!!!!
I like guaranteed!
RCBS 98923 Chargemaster Combo Scale/Dispenser
This is on my list at Amazon. I will check local sources because I want to give my money to local merchants instead of Amazon.
Okay, dumb question. Am I identifying this firearm correctly as a .32 H&R Mag? That is what it was sold to me as (private sale).
I thought the H&R designation mean Harrison and Richardson, the manufacturer. I am also finding out that .32 H&R Mag can have a different meaning when referring to ammunition. This is confusing. Please help!
Okay, dumb question. Am I identifying this firearm correctly as a .32 H&R Mag? That is what it was sold to me as (private sale).
I thought the H&R designation mean Harrison and Richardson, the manufacturer. I am also finding out that .32 H&R Mag can have a different meaning when referring to ammunition. This is confusing. Please help!
Won't the gun shoot .32 S&W Long? A lot less recoil, but they're hard to find. A pleasant shooting round.
I am meeting my new instructor today and I will ask him. I have a few boxes of .32 H&R Lead Semi Wadcutter, 95 gr, which I'll use for targets. Anything that will shoot with less recoil would be welcome.
Here's the most recent pic of my current setup.
The two Dillons are mounted on Inline Fab mounts. The 38/357 press hard
mounted on the stand on the right. The stand on the left is a quick
change mount, so I can swap the 45 press out to use my RCBS, which is
hanging on the storage bracket on the wall. The blank plate to the left
of the RCBS will be to mount a bench vise on. I also need to get a
plate for the Lyman Turret press. The quick change stand also still
needs the bracket and bin setup for empty cases and bullets. I have to
say, if anyone is interested, check out Inline Fab either at Midway or
their website. They make some really cool stuff, not just reloading
press stands and they are affordable, made in Texas, USA and
ridiculously heavy duty. Addicting...
The starter kits come with a powder charger and scale! Start simple!
When I started 30 years ago the Lee Anniversary Kit had a balance beam scale, powder dispenser and the dies came with cup powder dispensers.
Look at her gun... it's not a target pistol or bench rifle.
Learn to drive a Pinto and you'll get a Mustang if and when you need it.
What is wrong with you, are you some sort of communist?
No, I'm a Republican
That's some real nice equipment and a nice high volume system. I have some RCBS, Hornaday and had a Dillon 650.I believe she should look at cost vs payback. She has one gun, one caliber, she hasn't shot it much and doesn't even know if she'll like it. I'd encourage her to buy more guns to have fun with, a safe and a sportsman club membership where she can find more opportunities to shoot and hunt. Then think about reloading. Start simple then expand. Don't buy things she many never use.
Here's the most recent pic of my current setup.
The two Dillons are mounted on Inline Fab mounts. The 38/357 press hard
mounted on the stand on the right. The stand on the left is a quick
change mount, so I can swap the 45 press out to use my RCBS, which is
hanging on the storage bracket on the wall. The blank plate to the left
of the RCBS will be to mount a bench vise on. I also need to get a
plate for the Lyman Turret press. The quick change stand also still
needs the bracket and bin setup for empty cases and bullets. I have to
say, if anyone is interested, check out Inline Fab either at Midway or
their website. They make some really cool stuff, not just reloading
press stands and they are affordable, made in Texas, USA and
ridiculously heavy duty. Addicting...
I went shooting with an instructor for the first time today and shot a Ruger SR .22 and I loved it! Most of my shots
at first were pretty accurate, and then I started getting a little
overloaded. Switched to a S&W .22 revolver and you can see where my
shots started going off to the right. Then switched back to the Ruger
with a laser for 10 rounds, including the head shots and the shots to
the colored shapes.
It convinced me that I like the Ruger .22 and when I go looking for another firearm, I think that's a good place to start.
I'm not sure where a bowling pins heart is, but if I was a bowling pin.....I'd fear you a lot more than a bowling ball.
Mike
LOL! There is a faint image of a few vital parts -- impossible to see in this photo. I got plenty of heart shots in, although the heart was placed in a horrendously wrong place in this pseudo-anatomical representation!
BTW....don't bother with head shots at this point, unless you're doing it for fun. Try for center mass every time at this point. Much like sharpening a knife.....you can hone your skills later. But much sooner than later than you expect.
Mike
"Walking away seems to be a lost art form." N454casull
I went shooting with an instructor for the first time today and shot a Ruger SR .22 and I loved it! Most of my shots
at first were pretty accurate, and then I started getting a little
overloaded. Switched to a S&W .22 revolver and you can see where my
shots started going off to the right. Then switched back to the Ruger
with a laser for 10 rounds, including the head shots and the shots to
the colored shapes.
It convinced me that I like the Ruger .22 and when I go looking for another firearm, I think that's a good place to start.
Range was 20 feet.
Hey, every single one of those shots would have produced a good effect against a BG. Good for you!
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How easy it is to make people believe a lie, and [how] hard it is to undo that work again! -- Mark Twain
How easy it is to make people believe a lie, and [how] hard it is to undo that work again! -- Mark Twain
RCBS 98923 Chargemaster Combo Scale/Dispenser
This is on my list at Amazon. I will check local sources because I want to give my money to local merchants instead of Amazon."The Un-Tactical"
When I started 30 years ago the Lee Anniversary Kit had a balance beam scale, powder dispenser and the dies came with cup powder dispensers.
Look at her gun... it's not a target pistol or bench rifle.
Learn to drive a Pinto and you'll get a Mustang if and when you need it.
I am meeting my new instructor today and I will ask him. I have a few boxes of .32 H&R Lead Semi Wadcutter, 95 gr, which I'll use for targets. Anything that will shoot with less recoil would be welcome.
For 38/357 read .32 S&W/.32 S&W Long/.32 H&R Mag.
Mike
N454casull
Mike
N454casull