Recent content by ishootkittens

I just don't understand the dilemma here. It is still a .264" bullet and the smaller the diameter of the bore, the quicker the law of diminishing returns will kick in. You can build a 6.5-300 Weatherby if you want super speed but it is also VERY inefficient. You have to pack the case full of...

I have this exactly. 6.5 wsm has been great so far. I have used Retumbo and h1000. Everyone is gushing over the 6.5 PRC but Winchester case design is just as good and efficient. 270 wsm brass is easy to form with one pass and no neck turning. Even though neck turning is always good. Dies are...

Welp, I cut 2 coils off of the spring today. WHAT A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE. while it's still a tad heavy, it is MUCH better. I'm going to order another full sized spring from Bat in case I mess this spring up or go too far, but man just the 2 coils off and I can feel a difference the pressure...

I could use some of that brass if you have any new or once fired?

Thanks for all the help Alex. After reviewing some of your videos, I am afraid I have a clicker as well. I'm starting to think alot of my problems (after firing) are steming from a sizing die. The bolt is heavy from an empty chamber but it is EXTREMELY heavy after firing a case of various powder...

I should have been more specific, "how do I order a spring lighter than the one I have". I only see one offering for HR model receivers. Do they only make 26# for HR receivers?

How do I order a spring. Sadly it will probably be cheaper to change the spring before sending that 15# hunk of metal across the country. And I live in VA. We see temps into the teens MAYBE haha so I have no problems trying a lighter spring.

This is the bolt and firing assembly. Notice it has an HR etched in it. They did that AFTER I sent it to BAT a few years ago to get looked at. I got a note back saying everything was good. But if this is as light as I can get the bolt, I'll end up selling it to someone who doesn't mind the heavy...

I agree. He makes it look easy. But I've already SENT it to bat 5 years ago. They said it performed great. I don't even know.

https://www.batmachine.com/videos/complete-firing-pin-removal-grease-assembly/ I wonder if I could cut a coil off of that spring?? I know, I know, its a bad idea and would void any warranty/future assistance. I just know it has to be the spring tension...

Yup! My bolt is the bolt at 1:26. It pops out just fine, but getting that thing back is VERY difficult. I have alot of spring pressure!

I don't believe it does. But again, I'll take some pics when I get home and maybe we can figure this out.

When I get home I'll take a picture of the firing assembly and have one you guys walk me through it because I'm still having trouble picturing it in my head. Thanks guys

I don't have the rifle in front of me as I am at work, but what pin are you guys talking about. I'll try anything at this point.