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1 hour ago, Chanonry said:

So in a world of contradictory information, how do you work out where to start ??

Hi Chanory,

Typically start at the lowest load listed  and work up from there to ensure safe load dev practices are followed, I go by the powder manufacturers min load and cross reference with the bullet manufacturers data and then safely work up from there.

HTH

G

Hi All,

I have found the Lyman flash hole debur tool I use isn't the most consistent given that it has to index off the neck of the case and can be influenced by chamfer etc.

I am looking to replace it with a Sinclair or a K&M which don't index and apparently leave a nice consistent chamfer and stop cutting once its job is done.

Has anyone had any experience with either of these and recommend or are there any alternatives I haven't thought of?

ATB

G

Hi Nick,

Have you measured the expander is the correct size?

Cheers

G

Yes please. PM sent.

G

1 hour ago, Catch-22 said:

Hi mate,

That was a very good shout, I hadn’t thought of mic’ing the button. It was indeed a 7mm button. 

Ive had a response from Whidden who were deeply apologetic - just a small mistake when someone put the button in the box. 

As i don’t use the buttons anyway (my mistake the 1st time!) it doesn’t matter to me. Just one of those things. 

Thanks all.

Glad your sorted. 👍

Hi Catch,

Have you measured the button and mandrel to confirm the size difference?

Is there a chance that the wrong button was supplied with the die from whidden?

I've found whidden to be really helpful, might be worth asking then to confirm the size that the button should be and check to see if there is a fault there. I'm sure they would send you a replacement if there's a fault. 

All the best

Grant

In my case its an old Parker Hale 1200 (Mauser action) with an aluminum rail. When fitting the rail you can easily run paper underneath the lugs.

Not having a machined face to face finish to start isn't ideal. This could potentially affect (distort) the rail when pulling down to the correct torque if there are only a few contact points, additionally having a large heavy scope interacting under recoil stresses on top of this doesn't feel right either given the size of the screws used and minimal contact area.

Fitting with a bedding material provides a large contact area perfectly matched to the profile of the rail and the action hence spreading the load evenly across a larger surface area when the screws are torqued down. Ultimately this should prevent/reduce any unwanted movement or undue stresses on single points of contact. 

Will I notice a difference? Who knows?  Will I feel better knowing its "right"? Absolutely! 😊

Also meant to mention that the Kiwi clear polish worked a treat and Edi's advice on using WD40 on a cotton bud for wiping off the excess worked a treat!

All the best

G 😊

Cheers Bradders. 🙂 👍

G

Thanks Edi, Looks like two coats of clear kiwi it is then!!! 👍

Just to confirm, 1 X  application of clear kiwi, a buff off and then a second application without polishing the second layer?

I know I'm making this harder than it probably need to be, I just don't want to c**k it up or permanently fix it to the action! 😉 😁

ATB

G

Thanks again gents,

For a release agent would there be any issues using Ambersil silicon mould release agent?

Obviously taping off and covering any parts not intended for the bonding area and giving it a really good solvent clean afterwards.

Cheers

G

Typical! There is a standard, rapid and steel Araldite available........

Anyone used the steel one or just go standard?

Cheers

G

Thanks for the replies Gents,

I was really only looking to bed it rather than bond it to give it a good mating surface area. I can easily slip paper in under the mounts in certain areas which isn't optimal.

I have some JB Weld at hand 😨but could easily get some Araldite or Quicksteel instead if that's a preferred/better option?

For a release agent I have read/seen kiwi shoe wax can be used on the action and screws. Is that acceptable/ok or is there a better/preferred substance?

All the best

G  

Hi All,

I am looking to bed a scope rail on my rifle.

I had a look on the forum and number one choice for bedding actions appears to be Devcon amongst a few others as per this thread http://ukvarminting.com/topic/10387-rifle-stock-bedding-compound/?page=2&tab=comments#comment-345033

Given that I am only looking to bed the rail are there any "smaller" volume options like Araldite that would be just as suitable? Example:  https://www.halfords.com/motoring/paints-body-repair/adhesives/araldite-rapid-steel-tubes-2x-15ml

I am happy to shell out for Devcon or Delta Quick Steel if required/recommended, just wondered if there are any other commercial options off the shelf in smaller volumes that would be suitable for the work.

As always thanks in advance and appreciate your advice.

All the best

G

I guess the danger of going mad as a hatter might not get noticed.😊

The madnes that is not the danger.

😁

Damn! I've just made one of these for about the same money!

On 9/13/2016 at 3:52 PM, raptor calls said:

Here is what you need: https://www.machinemart.co.uk/p/fc109-gas-torch-with-nozzles/

 

https://www.calor.co.uk/shop/gas-bottles/propane-gas-bottles/3-9kg-propane-gas-bottle.html

 

This propane tank will ensure a lot more consistent flame than the small bottles!

Gents,

Is this torch still recommended for annealing or is there a newer/revised/preferred torch?

All the best

G

Delayed answer to the post above WRT to resizing after turning www. The mandrel I use expands the neck before turning. This requires the brass to be sized again (I full length size) prior to loading.

HTH

G