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    1. Josh Smith

      Ran some 8x56R test reloads

      They undersize them? I hope not. I have 20 loaded rounds and 50 bullets of theirs on the way. The idea is to have something to shoot while I figure out the direction I want to take. At some point I need to slug the barrel. The entire rifle is near perfect, so I'm betting it's tight. Still, I...
    2. Josh Smith

      Ran some 8x56R test reloads

      This is good info. I'm bumping it because it missed its last 5-year bump, and for possible current interest beyond my own.
    3. Josh Smith

      WC Spring kits in RIA Tactical 1911A1

      Yes, it lets the mag set a little higher. My second RIA seemingly let the mag set too low, so this helped. Flat wire springs last a lot longer, and stack less. It's more consistent. As far as the sights go, I'd leave the rear sight blank. Mine is a Meprolite front with a Heinie rear. The...
    4. Josh Smith

      WC Spring kits in RIA Tactical 1911A1

      You can definitely feel the shock buffer in there.
    5. Josh Smith

      WC Spring kits in RIA Tactical 1911A1

      Hello, There's a FLGR kit, here: https://shopwilsoncombat.com/GUIDE-ROD-FULL-LENGTH-FLAT-WIRE-FULL-SIZE/productinfo/25GRFW/ It looks like you'll need to purchase a spring separately. I used the stubby guide rod kit, and it included a spring. A 1911 should feed pretty much anything. I have my...
    6. Josh Smith

      WC Spring kits in RIA Tactical 1911A1

      Hello, I highly recommend the flat wire recoil spring, here: https://shopwilsoncombat.com/Flat-Wire-Recoil-Springs/products/579/ In my opinion, this is one of the few unique upgrades left for the 1911. I build my carry pistols on RIA and this flat wire is awesome. Go with as close to 16lbs...
    7. Josh Smith

      A Technical Look at the Gewehr 88/05

      Hello, I've not done an all-original article in a while, and I miss it. I hope you find it helpful. If you have trouble viewing this, you may see it at http://smith-sights.com/tech-look-gew88 . There are multiple JPEGs below and one large JPEG at the link. You may right-click-save-as if...
    8. Josh Smith

      Break Down and Reload Surplus Ammo

      Hello, You can't mix powders like that. That's one of the most extremely dangerous things you could possibly do in reloading. The Mosin shouldn't blow open, give the third lug, but you could most certainly go over-pressure and damage the rifle, and your face, in the process. It'll vent gas...
    9. Josh Smith

      Break Down and Reload Surplus Ammo

      Hello, You need to weigh the bullets, too -- they vary in weight a lot. When I found myself with a bunch of pulled bullets, I grabbed a cheap digital scale and some containers, and started sorting them. With decent ammo and a bore that's not too bad, you should be able to get at least 2.5moa...
    10. Josh Smith

      Reduced Recoil Rifle Loads

      Hello, I had a customer email me about 7.62x54r reduced loads. I generally shoot 150 grain bullets over 45 grains Varget. This is in some books, so I do not consider it a reduced load, but rather somewhat mild compared to the full-house loads in that chambering. I directed him to the Cast...
    11. Josh Smith

      Smith Sights llc question.

      Thank you. I really appreciate it. Regards, Josh
    12. Josh Smith

      Smith Sights llc question.

      None that are unaddressed. There are a couple special orders, but I'm in almost daily communication with those folks. I also have a feller whose trigger was sent back because he moved without leaving a forwarding address, but that's in California and I'm tracking him down anyway. A big...
    13. Josh Smith

      Smith Sights llc question.

      I may have said something about mild arthritis as I did a bunch of martial arts when I was younger, but a couple ibuprofen and I'm good. It doesn't affect my life or work and wouldn't have therefore said anything about it as a reason for any delay. Again, I have no idea who you are so I can't...
    14. Josh Smith

      Smith Sights llc question.

      Whoa. Hold on now. I have no idea who you are. However, I was delayed in a few things but have caught back up. First, my aunt was diagnosed with cancer and was dead within a month. That cost me time I could not afford. Yes, there was an unexpected illness and death. Afterward, my...
    15. Josh Smith

      My new Mosin Nagant 91/30

      If you look at those Mosins which were not able to affix/weren't supposed to affix bayonets, such as the M38, M91/30 snipers, etc, you'll find that most all of them have posts that are 1mm taller than their standard-issue counterparts. This is to allow them to shoot to point-of-aim without...
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