Topic: gauges we actually use |
PatrickB
Replies: 48
Views: 10479 |
Forum: 16ga. General Discussion
Posted: Sun Jan 08, 2023 8:07 pm Subject: gauges we actually use |
Only shoot a few favorite 16 double guns these days. Works for me. I do reload so no concerns unless the supply issue continues for the next few years. All my doubles are old but are 2 3/4 chambers. S ... |
Topic: Bismuth |
PatrickB
Replies: 32
Views: 7641 |
Forum: 16ga. Ammunition & Reloading
Posted: Sun Oct 16, 2022 7:08 pm Subject: Bismuth |
Give us some insight on what components you have |
Topic: DR16 |
PatrickB
Replies: 41
Views: 13231 |
Forum: 16ga. Ammunition & Reloading
Posted: Sat Sep 17, 2022 8:54 am Subject: DR16 |
Was searching the deep corners of the storage closet for something else and found 3 bags of DR16 wads. No clue why they were placed there but happy to see them. |
Topic: 16ga LPG recipe |
PatrickB
Replies: 5
Views: 1816 |
Forum: 16ga. Ammunition & Reloading
Posted: Wed Jul 06, 2022 9:26 pm Subject: 16ga LPG recipe |
Not sure why my name would be included here on a tested load that was shared amongst a private group (LPG) but always good to hear feedback from others experiences with reloading - we are all part of ... |
Topic: 1 oz. load using Winchester 572 |
PatrickB
Replies: 108
Views: 24590 |
Forum: 16ga. Ammunition & Reloading
Posted: Wed Jun 15, 2022 6:15 am Subject: 1 oz. load using Winchester 572 |
Agree about Z16 wad patterns....I prefer the SG16....although I'm mostly transitioning to fiber wad loads these days I still need to use up the supply of SG16 wads. Not sure what PSI difference would ... |
Topic: Powders for 16 ga Bismuth loads. |
PatrickB
Replies: 16
Views: 4226 |
Forum: 16ga. Ammunition & Reloading
Posted: Tue Jun 14, 2022 9:37 pm Subject: Powders for 16 ga Bismuth loads. |
I've used LS and now 572 for LP Bismuth loads with 15/16, 1 and 1 1/16 payloads.
No experience with buffer as that would increase PSI beyond low pressure requirements so I'll defer to its benefits ... |
Topic: 1 oz. load using Winchester 572 |
PatrickB
Replies: 108
Views: 24590 |
Forum: 16ga. Ammunition & Reloading
Posted: Tue Jun 14, 2022 8:55 pm Subject: 1 oz. load using Winchester 572 |
Decreasing to a 15/16oz payload might be an alternative for the SG16 wad. I've done that with other loads to get a better crimp. The result would be and increase in fps and decrease in psi. Just sayin ... |
Topic: 1 oz. load using Winchester 572 |
PatrickB
Replies: 108
Views: 24590 |
Forum: 16ga. Ammunition & Reloading
Posted: Fri Jun 03, 2022 6:53 pm Subject: 1 oz. load using Winchester 572 |
I've transitioned to 572 for both lead and bismuth 1oz 16ga fiber loads. I had Tom test a number of loads back when it was new to the market. |
Topic: Penny or Pat |
PatrickB
Replies: 13
Views: 3688 |
Forum: 16ga. General Discussion
Posted: Tue Feb 01, 2022 8:10 am Subject: Penny or Pat |
Excellent photo! |
Topic: WIN 572 |
PatrickB
Replies: 5
Views: 2994 |
Forum: 16ga. Ammunition & Reloading
Posted: Sun Jan 02, 2022 8:53 pm Subject: WIN 572 |
From a Handloader Journal article...
Some powders last for a time, weaken in popularity and finally fade away, but their demise opens a niche. Such was the case of Winchester’s W-571 powder used fo ... |
Topic: need a barrel inspected |
PatrickB
Replies: 9
Views: 4622 |
Forum: 16ga. General Discussion
Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2021 7:41 am Subject: need a barrel inspected |
Where are you located...might help with suggestions from members |
Topic: Blustery and Snowy day |
PatrickB
Replies: 4
Views: 3060 |
Forum: 16ga. General Discussion
Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 4:48 pm Subject: Blustery and Snowy day |
Congrats on the grouse and a limit of doodles. Gives motivation to get out there a few more times this season. |
Topic: Birch passes on |
PatrickB
Replies: 23
Views: 8952 |
Forum: 16ga. General Discussion
Posted: Wed Oct 20, 2021 2:42 pm Subject: Birch passes on |
Sorry for your loss Mike. Never easy. |
Topic: 16 Gauge Low Pressure Reloading Group |
PatrickB
Replies: 201
Views: 545501 |
Forum: 16ga. Ammunition & Reloading
Posted: Thu Aug 05, 2021 6:29 pm Subject: 16 Gauge Low Pressure Reloading Group |
Is it still possible to get this data? I’ve sent PMs with no reply.
Yes it's still an active group with data available for members. Did you send Russ an email via his yahoo address? |
Topic: Magazines |
PatrickB
Replies: 49
Views: 12691 |
Forum: 16ga. General Discussion
Posted: Tue Aug 03, 2021 11:03 pm Subject: Magazines |
Until after I graduated from college about the only thing hunting related we read was the local newspaper preseason articles. A bird hunting family to be sure but my father had long before I started h ... |