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Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 12-06-2023, 01:29 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 13,684
Posted By NeilA.
Hi, We shoot lots of deer with .22 CF’s and...

Hi,

We shoot lots of deer with .22 CF’s and .19’s. Use them exclusively.

We have found that plastic tipped bullets don’t work nearly as well as hollow pts.

And, you must place the bullet...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 11-09-2022, 04:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,451
Posted By NeilA.
Thank you for the write up Dave! Thoroughly...

Thank you for the write up Dave! Thoroughly enjoyable.
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 11-27-2021, 04:16 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,002
Posted By NeilA.
18.8 gr. 1680 here, with 40 gr vmax. If I...

18.8 gr. 1680 here, with 40 gr vmax.

If I use more powder, the barrel fouls up too fast in the 7 twist.
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 10-03-2021, 10:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,169
Posted By NeilA.
Yes, my .221FB fast twist (1;7) is still doing...

Yes, my .221FB fast twist (1;7) is still doing well! 18.8 gr 1680 and a 40 gr vmax is my standard load. I’ll go 200-250 rds. Between cleanings out on the prairie, which I prefer.

Because so much...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 09-25-2021, 03:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,060
Posted By NeilA.
Fantastic! So, I’m trying to figure out what...

Fantastic!

So, I’m trying to figure out what the group size would be at 100yds.
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 01-24-2021, 02:56 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,353
Posted By NeilA.
I also don’t like the powder, primer, cartridge...

I also don’t like the powder, primer, cartridge situation at all.

However, anyone who has been reloading or shooting in the last several years has had plenty of warning to stock up, especially...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 01-21-2021, 01:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,768
Posted By NeilA.
I’ve shot Thousands of 32gr DHP’s in .19 Badger. ...

I’ve shot Thousands of 32gr DHP’s in .19 Badger. Great splat, I like them better than the tipped .19 32gr. , others prefer the tipped.

I’ve also shot thousands of 40gr. V Max’s from a CZ .221...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 12-30-2020, 12:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,640
Posted By NeilA.
I did the right bolt, left eject for loading,...

I did the right bolt, left eject for loading, unloading efficiency. I like opening the bolt and picking the brass out with my left hand and putting it in my pocket or whatever. I’d definitely do it...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 12-27-2020, 04:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,640
Posted By NeilA.
I have the Defiance Deviant, short action, single...

I have the Defiance Deviant, short action, single shot, with the cone bolt face. It is chambered in .221 Fireball. I shoot Lapua brass, 40gr v-max, 18.8 gr AA1680 and either cci 400 or Rem 7 1/2...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 12-26-2020, 03:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,640
Posted By NeilA.
I have a Defiance deviant single shot that I am...

I have a Defiance deviant single shot that I am very happy with. I had it custom made, right bolt, left eject. Outstanding quality, reliability and customer service.

A good, practical, candidate...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 12-26-2020, 05:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,013
Posted By NeilA.
Merry Christmas everyone! Neil

Merry Christmas everyone!

Neil
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 12-21-2020, 02:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,559
Posted By NeilA.
That is what I was thinking. I have a...

That is what I was thinking.

I have a couple of CZ527’s .221’s with factory barrels, one is threaded. Also a custom .221 fb with a 7 twist. My standard load is 18.8gr 1680, 40gr vmax. I have...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 12-20-2020, 04:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,559
Posted By NeilA.
What twist did you go with in the new barrel?

What twist did you go with in the new barrel?
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 11-25-2020, 04:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,608
Posted By NeilA.
Thank yo Doug! I really enjoyed the update.

Thank yo Doug! I really enjoyed the update.
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 11-21-2020, 12:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,608
Posted By NeilA.
Be nice to see a photo of Duke and how he is...

Be nice to see a photo of Duke and how he is doing also.
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 10-30-2020, 03:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,138
Posted By NeilA.
Just had a beer and dinner with him. All is...

Just had a beer and dinner with him. All is good. He has been plating bullets the last couple of days, so maybe getting to the phone was difficult. The good news is that there are lots of finished...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 09-17-2020, 01:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,260
Posted By NeilA.
The only time you can be sure a halibut is dead...

The only time you can be sure a halibut is dead is when it is cut, wrapped and in the freezer.
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 09-10-2020, 09:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,633
Posted By NeilA.
George, what should I expect if I use small...

George, what should I expect if I use small rifle primers in small pistol cartridges. Say 9mm?

Powder and caps have been a good store of value ($) for many years now. I don’t see it changing. I...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 09-09-2020, 04:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,633
Posted By NeilA.
With the volumes of vermin I usually shoot...

With the volumes of vermin I usually shoot annually, I like to keep 3-4 years worth of components on hand. I simply couldn’t round up the supplies I will need in the next year in the current...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 07-28-2020, 02:20 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,427
Posted By NeilA.
Glad to hear you are ok Bill.

Glad to hear you are ok Bill.
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 07-16-2020, 01:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,428
Posted By NeilA.
There is variation in the spring strength of the...

There is variation in the spring strength of the extractors on CZ 527’s. I had problems with one when using a Calhoon single shot follower. It worked but was rough. Jim has the expertise to “tune”...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 07-07-2020, 02:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,532
Posted By NeilA.
I put a 1:7 twist .221 fb together. Works great!...

I put a 1:7 twist .221 fb together. Works great! Especially on gophers and prairie dogs. Incredible splat factor, I only shoot out to 225 yds or so, so it works perfectly.

As stated previously,...
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 05-05-2020, 04:43 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 41,516
Posted By NeilA.
I would walk with my CZ527 Mannlicher. Mine is a...

I would walk with my CZ527 Mannlicher. Mine is a .19 Badger, but any small caliber would be great.
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 01-24-2020, 12:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,562
Posted By NeilA.
I prefer cigar boxes. I spend a couple of minutes...

I prefer cigar boxes. I spend a couple of minutes separating patches when I empty them from their ziplocks, they work great.
Forum: Small Caliber Discussion Board 01-11-2020, 04:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,681
Posted By NeilA.
It would also be good to clearly communicate (in...

It would also be good to clearly communicate (in writing) your expected shooting range yardage with a prospective guide. Some folks love the long range shooting- set up a canopy, unload the cooler,...
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