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How is the chamber lead angle determined? - craneman - 02-28-2014
Can anyone describe how to measure the lead angle of of a chamber cast?
I have a new project on the bench, it is supposed to be chambered in 44-100 Remington straight and I am hoping to build this into a dedicated long range paper patch rifle. There have been a number of people changing lead angle to 7 degrees for paper patching and would like determine what I have so I can see if there is anything I might want to change before finishing this build.
It is sporting a #4 Green Mountain barrel with 1-17 twist on a high wall action.
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Thanks for any and all input!
Todd
RE: How is the chamber lead angle determined? - Don McDowell - 02-28-2014
Throw the whole thing away and run Todd, don't get caught in this 44 maze, of which there is no way out.
If Kurt doesn't pop in here after a bit send him the picture .
RE: How is the chamber lead angle determined? - Kurt - 02-28-2014
No comment!!
RE: How is the chamber lead angle determined? - craneman - 02-28-2014
I know Don, I am a glutton for punishment and can't seem to leave well enough alone!
I was hoping for some of Kurt's wisdom as this is right in his wheelhouse.
This big storm hitting you Don?
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RE: How is the chamber lead angle determined? - Don McDowell - 02-28-2014
Todd we're supposed to get up to a foot tonite and tomorrow, going to be cold again. Winter Storm watch until Sunday morning.
Aww common Kurt..
RE: How is the chamber lead angle determined? - Kurt - 02-28-2014
Man Don; I hate to give away all of my secrets and give my competition an advantage over me for the few seasons I have left.
Aint it purdy
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RE: How is the chamber lead angle determined? - craneman - 02-28-2014
That mess is headed this way too, are you calving right now?
You should have green pastures this spring!
RE: How is the chamber lead angle determined? - craneman - 02-28-2014
That sure is a good looking bullet Kurt. I can't remember, is that a prolate of your own design?
Todd
RE: How is the chamber lead angle determined? - craneman - 02-28-2014
Besides Kurt, no more than I have shot this last year I don't think I will qualify as competition!
Todd
RE: How is the chamber lead angle determined? - powderburner - 02-28-2014
now that is an interesting leade ,