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by jimbobnw
Thu Feb 25, 2016 11:24 am
Forum: Wanted to buy
Topic: Barrel for a Model 8
Replies: 8
Views: 6806

Re: Barrel for a Model 8

I think there is nothing wrong with your chamber. Old ammo should have the bullets pulled, de-primed and annealed to prevent neck splits. Your brass is too hard from age. Re Anneal you cases. Sabastain is absolutely correct.... I have recently received some brass from my newest buddy "GRUMPA&q...
by jimbobnw
Tue Feb 16, 2016 6:38 pm
Forum: Wanted to buy
Topic: Barrel for a Model 8
Replies: 8
Views: 6806

Barrel for a Model 8

Just checking to see if there is anything out there. WTB: 30 Remington Barrel I have a beautiful M8 in 30Rem that for some reason splits the base of the necks on of 16 of 20 rounds I fired through it. This was factory Remington ammo, not reloads. When I paid $3 a round for ammo, I was really hoping ...
by jimbobnw
Fri Feb 12, 2016 12:18 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade
Topic: Model 8 Rear Sight AWOL
Replies: 1
Views: 2894

Model 8 Rear Sight AWOL

Just picked up my first Model 8, and I am trying to educate myself about this rare breed. I noticed that barrel sleeve is missing a rear sight, and is not even tapped for one. The rifle is set up with a Redfield peep sight, so there is no need for it, but I am still curious why it is missing. Did an...
by jimbobnw
Fri Feb 12, 2016 11:54 am
Forum: For Sale or Trade
Topic: GOT ONE - Redfield on a Model 8 - GOT ONE
Replies: 4
Views: 4722

GOT ONE - Redfield on a Model 8 - GOT ONE

I had a good day at the Gun Show - I got one I just picked up my first Model 8 in 30Rem (vintage 1907). It appears to have had a pretty descent amateur face lift some time in its past. After a complete tear down, cleaning and greasing. I was faced with the "Oh Crap" moment of how does thi...