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Who knows what goes on in the marketing department of Ruger Arms.They co-deveoped the 204 with Hornady,and they don' chamber their#1 varmit model for that cartridge . I was lucky enough to find a NIB SS one a couple months ago.

Larr,with the bushing neck die,you don't need an expander ball,but if you want to deprime while neck sizing you can,with that set up.I don't put the decaping pin in my 243 Ackley ,neck bushing die,and deprime with a universal cecaping die.Diferent strokes.

Joe, the Vickeman seater was the inspiration for the Redding, Forester, and RCBS Comp Seaters. Way ahead of it's time, still in production....which says alot. It appears to be one of those old ideas that really didn't "need" improving....just like the 1911 .45 ACP! ;) Right.It's one of th...

For thoes of you not familure with this seater, that has been around for over 50 years,check it out.Great service and warranted for life.Makes loading a joy. http://www.gmwvickerman.com/

Great idea,and practical,if you can get it to work for you.I have a set of Warne QD 30mm rings mounted on a Ruger #1 varmit,and I have had it off twice.Both times,the scope neede o be readjusted for POI.On yours,the rail spacing will need to be identicle,for starters,then it will be time spent shoot...

Joe O Congrads on your 243AI from Hart............It should be a real shooter. What twist did you settle on? Post some pics when you get time. We all like pics. :wink: Later Ray P[/quot Tried to post a pic,but can't get it to work.Can't remember if I have ever posted on this Fourm. Thanks Ray.Still ...

Accuracy is excelent,right out of the box, with factory ammo, well under 1/2".I don't see the advantage of a dual port.The left port is handy off the bench (where else would you shoot a 13 1/2lb LRPV).Shooting F class perhaps.

I've worn the Lee sonics,now Norton, ear plugs that have a alluminum can,with a valve that shuts down loud sharp noise,otherwise provides normal hearing.I found a audiologist that took ear molds,sent them off(?) and they came back with the same type of valves as the Nortons,but the fit is so comfort...

Joe , try wearing a pair of thin leather buckskin gloves for the task. Protects your fingers nicely. A better option is to remove the silly wire nut "handle", and chuck the tool up in your power screwdriver. Wear a glove on your shell-holding hand, and you'll blow right through the next b...

Here is a drop drift chart for 20 Cal Sierra bullets. http://www.6mmbr.com/20Caliber.html

I recently bought the K&M flash hole deburring tool direct for $12.Their shell holders are cheaper that other suppliers as wel.I processed 500 WW 204 Brass with no problems or sore fingers.Later,I did te same with 500 Rem brass,and still have a scab on my thumb just above the first joint.I aso h...

Call Customer service and request a new extractor.Not an uncomon problem.My LRPV just droped the case as soon as it cleared the chamber,The factory didn't fix it when they put on a new bolt head.I installed a new extractor,and .140 detent ball.

Keep us updated on how she shoots.I couldn't find anyaftermarket rt thumhole stocks for a G2 contender,ten found OTT in NH that sold a clip the allowed the encore stock to go on the contender.Works great and then had Bullberry inlet a 2x2 x12" piece of walnut to match the factory stock I got fr...

Nice tale and great shooting.Just got my243 AI from Hart today.Beautifull,can't wait to shoot it.

Vey good info.Us old farts learn something every day.Of course it may be something we already knew earler in life.LOL