Canuck223

Have you checked the fail safe rod on the powder measure?

I was asking because my Dillon primer tube filler seems to hate Federals. They tip over and jam rather than stack. I was wondering if a wider primer might avoid this. As they seem to be the largest already......

Fit is key. If it fits her hand, she can probably master working the slide on anything. If you are looking for a centerfire gun for USPSA for her, there are quite a few options. Probably the most scaleable gun for her would be a 1911 in 9mm. If her hands are small, you can use the thin grips and short trigger, and change them as she grows. Another good option if it fits her is the CZ 85, as you can also get the .22lr Kadet conversion if she needs to work up to the larger cartridge.

Just curious. I've got Federal on hand, and wondered if WInchester or CCI tend to be smaller or larger in diameter.

So I had all of 5 minutes to play with the recent DIllon order before the Honey-Do list beaconed. I adjusted the powder die for the new caliber, and locked the die into place. When I tried to lock the powder measure collar down, I noticed with it wrench tight, the powder measure could still rotate around the top of the powder die. This is my second 1050, and my third powder measure. Perhaps it was a fluke, but I've never before noticed any of them not sitting snug on the die. The powder die was a friends spare and is chromed or nickled rather than the black finish I'm used too. Ideas???

Cool. Now I just need to take a second look. I'm assuming we'll be able to buy the new droppers for our older machines.

I've got three kids. (One of each....) Restaurants are frankly like basic training for the toddler army... Sargents Mom and Dad need the basic tools and mentality to drill into the spawn what is expected of the short legged troop when out on maneuvers. Of course, drill begins at home. If you think they are maniacs in public, what are they like when not on thier best behaviour???

Hi there, Your first issue of crap in the dropper can be mitigated by not putting crap in the dropper in the first place. I have been using a Mr-Kiss bullet feeder since 2007 and have never had a malfunction due to crap in the tube. But then, I do not dump directly from the box but use the "handful" measuring method. As for the second issue, take a look at this image*: The red arrow points at a coil spring that allows the feeder tube to move up if something (like a longer case) is in the feeder die. One of the droppers I have is the original dropper that was fixed in the vertical axis and I have managed to avoid damage but I guess that is due to the fact that I have the dropper in station 3 on a 650 and I look for powder before pulling the lever. I guess part of the deal is that since this dropper is in .40, the odds are slim that a too-long case would make it through 3 lever pulls unlike the 9/38 problem. In all, a very good product. Later, Chuck * image from: http://www.doublealp...ropper-assembly ETA: I just remembered this post and I can't really tell if the spring system is still in use. http://www.brianenos...dpost&p=1648545 More research is in order Chuck, If you look at the pictures of the new machine, you'll note the design of the bullet dropper has changed. It's not the same as the picture you posted.

I generally like the look of the new model. I would like to see how the new bullet dropper works. I'm a bit concerned that two features of the old version seem to have been dropped. My guess is the new model may have another way of dealing with the same problem. The "old" version had radial flutes in the body of the dropper to allow debris to fall out. You'd not believe how many times you wind up with slivers of cardboard or packing staples at the bottom of a box of bullets. It also had a flex collar, so if you were loading 9mm and by chance a .38 Super case was missed (and made it to the bullet feeder) the whole bullet dropper could cam up rather than possibly being damaged.

When was the last time you took your machine apart and greased the bearings? The only thing I can see that might cause that type of movement is a worn key. (Or whatever the square section is called locking the handles shaft to the linkage that transfers the motion the the tool shaft. And yes, mine does the same thing on the downstroke.

We had a birthday party to go to last night. MrsC needed a slip of paper to write down the address. I used the registration slip for an old Mossberg bolt action..... It's been a good week.

Grand Power were showing off the prototype of thier new .45 acp model at the IWA in March. Jaro said there will be a .40 S&W version built on the larger frame. Frankly the pictures of the prototype gave mixed signals. The profile of the slide was very 1911ish. The rear sight was still the Eliason. Time will tell.

PM sent. Looking forward to hearing more. I think the X-Calibur looks great, but a few tweaks might really help. The slide scalloping might be a cosmetic curiousity to some, but I'm about what works, not what looks pretty. One possible idea might be to offer both the heavy and scalloped barrel. Different users might prefer the ability to tune the weight to the sport. I'm one of those who hates the Eliason rear sight, and would much prefer a LPA or Bomar type mounted as far back and as low as possible. I'm used to the GP6 and it's rather thin safety. I would much prefer to see an improved safety with wider and better contoured gas pedals like the SP01 Shadow. Another option might be to try for a new varient with the frame plugs offered on the DAO version, and a slide mounted hammer block safety like the S&W 745, although that might not be approved for IPSC Production. I would also like to see the X-Calibur shipped with rubber bumper pads like the Tanfoglio.

That's awesome.

Well that flat out sucks. At least the guys in the US will still have a supplier. Getting spare parts from Europe is possible, but the practical move is for me to start saving for the next Production gun. Now to debate. Do I go with the SP01 Shadow, or the Tanfoglio Stock III?

From the way you describe it, my first stop would be to take the slider out for a cleaning. Pay attention to the area around the bottom of the primer punch hole. Is there any chatter marks? Look at the tip of the primer punch as it sits in the bushing. Does it look ok or is it noticably out of round? Unscrew the bushing and clean the hole. Inspect the primer punch. Is it straight and with nice square edges at the tip? I know on my old 1050 I had the primer punch catch on the slide and produce the type of noise you describe. It also seemed to have damaged the tip slightly, leading to priming problems down the road. I never found the origional cause, but cleaning and replacement of the damaged punch fixed the problem.

It's worth it to retell the story. My father tells a story about being in a gas station when a guy walks in. "Hey, could you tell me where the washroom is?" {Clerk} "I'm sorry, we don't have a public washroom." {Guy} "Oh,OK, That's fine. Could you tell me where your darkest corner is?"

I was loading Frontier 147 gr plated with 3.2gr N320 at 1.135 or so and getting 130-135pf.

Try tightening the blue nut more. Should be "some" play (as in NOT coil binding) when pushing the handle ALL the way forward. Really? I've been adjusting mine for a slight crush fit at full extention.

I got the fiber optic front and Dynamic rear from Freedom Ventures up here. I believe you can order them direct from Grand Power along with the 120 and 127mm barrels, etc. Just presented as an option. Frankly I think it would be better to stimulate demand within the US to keep guys like Dawson interested.

For hunting, I'd be asking the outfitter or other handgun hunters what bullet seems to get the results. My guess would be that you are on the money. If memory serves the complaint about hunting wild hogs has centered around penetration. In your shoes I would probably be working up a load in the .45 Colt brass if the bullet could be crimped properly and still allow enough room for the powder charge. I like the looks of the LBT bullets. Wide flat noses with a slight ogive and an easy transition in the forcing cone.

So today I have an interview for a new job (same employer). It's a huge feather in my cap if I get it. I beat out 52 other guys to get to the interview stage. Wednesday morning I woke up to discover my loving children had shared thier cold with daddy. Interview with a Chlortryalon buzz anyone......

Easy Peasy. With the slide upside down, grab a punch or allen wrench that fits inside the hole. Press the metal plunger in slightly, then with the punch still pressed in a bit, slide the whole works forward. The extractor is very sturdy and simple. It's got it's spring in a drilled hole at the side. The extractor is held in position by a metal cap on top of a spring. There should be no fore-aft movement of the extractor if it's installed properly.

I might have a few spare mainsprings and strain screws on the way. If I wind up with extra, you know where I live.

My wife is a great woman. She's smart, and for the most part we agree on most financial spending decisions. However she has some sort of mental block or aversion to keeping our banking simple and clear. She has an even bigger problem when I've suggested ways to avoid wasting money by condensing accounts, CC's ,etc. Fortunately, she listens to her aunt, who happens to be our banker. It's a good day when you can eliminate 12K a year of interest payments and pay the mortgage off a year earlier.....