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Ok guys i am getting close to my finished pistol and i want some cool accessories for it. I am going to build a custom pistol stand, slash loading stand for it, with some neat tools. Like in the accompanying photo, my first order of business is the loading rod. What i cant do or find is the bore...

Leverfred I like the wood cylinder loader. Good imagination. You could even make one to load cylinder on the gun if you wanted. DL

In the Bealls '58 NMA's i do use 200 grn Hornady SWC but i have to taper the tail to load easily. The loading port needs opening up to use as a cartridge with conicals, but works good loading as single powder, wad, then bullet. They are .452 dia., the balls are .454 dia. The cylinder dias are...

Dont downsize, make it portable. Add some wheels or a cart to haul it with. Looks pretty good to me. DL

I see you have a Tingle or a CVA target pistol on the side. I need to build a loading stand for my CVA Prospector. I like your look. Got any close up pics of it i can go by? DL

You are 100% correct Smokey. I can sit in my backyard, my favorite gun range in Mansfield is closed right now, take my time and load and shoot and load and shoot. Well you get the point. It is relaxing, theraputic, and just damn fun. I still load powder and ball but the cartridges give me a way...

rodwha Both my ASP Bealls '58 Remington's cylinders pin .449 to .450 and shoot my .452 conicals very well. DL

You are correct ThreeCrows, round balls are lighter and easier to load. Now i do load conicals in my Bealls '58 revolvers. 200 grn Hornady .452 SWC lead bullets. I taper the end so they load easier. However, 99% of the time it is roundball. DL

Kevin First i never grease over the cylinders. Thats just too darn messy. The butt end near the nipple is just a single layer of perm paper. Never had one to fail not burning thru. As far as the tails go i usually clip them off before i do range time. I use Hornady .454 pure lead .44 cal balls...

There are many here that use paper cartridges. When i have the time i load up 50 cartridges in a 45 cal ammo box. Then i am good to go when the earge strikes me. DL

I like beeswax, lamb tallow, and olive oil in a 45-45-10 mixture by weight. More oil in winter and less in summer. Doesnt turn rancid and actually smells kinda nice. DL

Guys i will say this so all can hear me, IF YOU ARE WORRIED ABOUT YOUR BRASS FRAME REVOLVERS THEN BOX THEM UP, PM ME, THEN SHIP THEM TO ME AND I WILL DISPOSE OF THEM FOR YOU AT NO CHARGE! That way the burden is removed from you and you can rest at night in peace and comfort. DL

Having never owned an OLD ARMY i cannot comment on the use of one, HOWEVER having owned a Security Six target model in .357 Mag and a New Model Blackhawk in .357 Mag as well ( to hunt i use .357 Mag Contender loads ) i have to admit a Ruger is almost indestructable. Just a comparrison here. That...

I must agree with nkbj on this one with one exception, the grip. A '51 navy has the best grip i have ever held. If a Pietta you need to get rid of the tail that causes it to kick up. Mike Beliveau can show you how, but the '60 barrel is a work of art. So an 1860 Colt Army with a 1851 Navy Colt...

Welcome from the Great State of Texas. DL

i just love Damascus blades. Also love bone, real bone, handles. When i come across them i usually buy them. Will post pictures later. DL

That is interesting and a really good groups. DL

Barry I really enjoyed the write up and the pictures you posted. Mighty fine job my friend. You say you did this for Muzzle Blast? Do you regularly contribute to them? DL

Barry Why not. I spent a lot of my younger years around Ed Shilen's barrel shop. His long range targets, one hole, from his machine rests always fascinated me. I for one, being a machinist, would love to see your barrel machine rest and learn more about your process. PM me if you like. DL

Welcome brother from the Republic of Texas. All are welcome here. Lots of vets to. Semper Fi Sgt USMC 70-74