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Topic: gauges we actually use
PatrickB

Replies: 48
Views: 10474

PostForum: 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: 7638

PostForum: 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: 13219

PostForum: 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

PostForum: 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: 24558

PostForum: 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: 4224

PostForum: 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: 24558

PostForum: 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: 24558

PostForum: 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: 3685

PostForum: 16ga. General Discussion   Posted: Tue Feb 01, 2022 8:10 am   Subject: Penny or Pat
Excellent photo!
Topic: WIN 572
PatrickB

Replies: 5
Views: 2993

PostForum: 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: 4617

PostForum: 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: 3048

PostForum: 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: 8945

PostForum: 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: 545092

PostForum: 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: 12682

PostForum: 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 ...
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