Trapdoor Rifles

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DocJoe

Hello to all and I hope spirits are high from the holidays. I had a couple of unfortunate things happen to me today while reloading 50-70 government. I'm 72 and have had these for a good while. Well. long story short I need to get another set of dies. A quick search and I'm only finding, in stock, a...

Good morning from South Carolina. I thought I would start here as there is a lot of experienced shooters and reloaders. I'm unable to locate any new or used 40-65 brass. The option I am down to is to size down from the parent cartridge 45-70 brass. I know I need dies but have no idea how to form my ...

Thanks to you both for the guidance. Both slugged out at .512. Can either of you recommend a bullet diameter and type. I'll only be target shooting with both.

Joe Melikant

Thanks Dick. It is funny how you always here "don't do it" from guys who actually never saw is occur. Again thanks for the advice.

DocJoe

Hello to all, I plan to start reloading with BP for use in my 1866 2nd Allin 50-70. The first step in the process for me is to slug the barrel. The entire rifle has had detailed examination buy a very reputable TD gunsmith and no visible problem detected. My only concern is the armory barrel sleeve ...

Thanks for the feedback. I know about SC's rules on BP. I'll do some reading and message you.

Hello to all from South Carolina. I a 72 year smokeless powder reloader but now want to reload and shoot the 50-70 round through a couple of 1866 2nd Allin Conversion Trapdoor's. Both have been checked by gunsmiths who specialize in the TD. Can any of you offer suggestions on how to start this journ...

I will get some photos posted,

Al helped me with selections on hi site and look for TD's I was searching for. He is certainly a gentleman and advanced collector.

Sorry,

I provided the serial number and don't interact with the gentleman you mentioned. All my TD work was with Al Frasca.


Thanks,



Joe Melikant