I'm purchasing a new Winchester model 1885 highwall 38-55.
I plan on using starling brass..do I order the long 38-55 brass for these Winchester 2016 production year chamber or the short brass..I plan to use lead bullets.
Thanks
New high wall 1885 question
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Sorry buddy...not my thing.
But...hang tight. Some member here will share their expertise... |
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Thanks shooter 13..from what I've been reading seems like it's the long ..I can always trim it , much easier then trying to stretch short..haha
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Yea...heard that my friend.
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Yes, go with the long brass. My .38-55 is an 1898 vintage Winchester 1894 saddle carbine and it will take either. If you cast, the LEE or Lyman 255gr. fn pb bullet works well with IMR4198 powder.
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Thank you for the response krag96 it is much appreciated. I'm really looking forward to working up so loads for this rifle once I get it home. .. I ordered the brass, and dies from Midway USA this weekend , I also ordered a Meister bullet slug kit for this new rifle..I think this will help me out and then I'll order some bullets once I slug the barrel, and chamber throat. I would think since this is a new 2016 Winchester production rifle there barrels and Chambers are pretty much all the same..and another forum member could tell me what bullet dia. To use but this way I know for sure ..for peace of mind and no questions. |
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