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    Stock Makers Vise

    I'm looking for a strong, stable stockmakers vise- not a checkering vise, and not the patternmakers vise being sold by Midway. Anyone have experience with the Jerry Fisher Stockmakers Vise? Any other suggestions?
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    Elk Rifle Selection?

    Looks like I'll go on my first Idaho elk hunt early next Fall. Besides the Safe Queens, the following are available. Which two should I take? Any particular loads? 7mm Rem Mag, custom DWM Mauser 98, wood stock in good condition but nothing special in the way of grain and checkering. Wouldn't...
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    Elk Rifle Selection?

    Looks like I'll go on my first Idaho elk hunt early next Fall. Besides the Safe Queens, the following are available. Which two should I take? Any particular loads? 7mm Rem Mag, custom DWM Mauser 98, wood stock in good condition but nothing special in the way of grain and checkering. Wouldn't...
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    Twist Rates- 6.5X55 and Other Cartridges

    Anyone know a useful link or sit that tells how to calculate twist rates generally? Or for the 6.5x55 Swedish in particular?
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    Model 70 Custom Parts

    Does anyone know a source for a built-up and checkered bolt stop for a Winchester Model 70? These boltstops project away from the action's centerline an extra .250" and so require some inletting of the stock. Results in what looks like a very small revolver hammer spur to the left of the...
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    Stock Blank Sources?

    Has anyone had recent experience buying walnut rifle stock blanks on line? I've looked at dozens of photos from Luxus, Dressels, Hunterbid and others, but am reluctant to put out my hard-earned without seeing the blanks close up. Of the dealers who don't post photos, are any reliable?
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    Aftermarket Threeway Safety?

    Does anyone know of a bolt-mounted three position vertical-axis gunsmith installed safety made for a Sako Forester? This is an L-579 medium action in 243 Winchester. Fine old rifle about to get a new stock, just needs a Mod.70 type safety. Gentry does not make one for this action.
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