"RANGER" At The Range

[tacc1]

When I first tried out my new Ranger, the only ammo I had was what I'd been using in my

   Mini-mags, 50gr.Fed JHP. I noticed that the

   cylinder was a little tight, indexing to the

   next chamber. Couldn't find any bulgrd primers,

   although the rear of the cylinder-to-breech face

   clearance was about 1/2 that of the Mini-mags.

   It was suggested that I place the rounds in a vise, and tap the primer down with a hammer.

   I went with changing to CCI Maxi-Mag, 40gr. JHP.

   There must be a slight difference in the height of the primed area, as rotation was normal with

   the CCI rounds.

       Just thought I'd mention it, TACC1.

[silvershooter]

Another reason to try different ammo in a gun if you're having trouble. It's better to rule that out before sending it back to the maker. Thanks for the report and glad the cci's are working for you.

[umpire]

"" it was suggested That I place the rounds in a vice, and tap the primer down with a hammer"

   

   Um, not only NO, but hell NO   . not a good idea.

   

   rethink that logic.

   

   Morning Gents,

[Uncle_Lee]

I think someone didn't want him at the range.....

[tacc1]

Folks,

       Thanks for the replies.  That was a tongue-in-cheek suggestion by someone who knew I'd laugh.  Thought I'd pass it on.

       For some reason, the Ranger sits in my hand better than the Mini-mags did. I put wood and rubber over-size grips on each.  The Ranger's

   stocks almost feel wider than the older ones.

   I won't have to replace these.  TACC1

[45flint]

Went to the cabin with the Break-top to shoot for the first time.  Was using Winchester Dynapoint Magnum.  Only had time to put 15 rounds through. No issues. Seem to shoot very straight when I held it well.  Pearl grips are very slippery great looks has it price.

[redhawk4]

"great looks has it price"

   

   About $75 wasn't it?

   

   Slick grips can certainly be an issue, can pearl be checkered?

[45flint]

No problem, latex gloves.

   Steve

[redhawk4]

Latex gloves!!! I guess the sight of those will scare a lot of BG's off - not everyone's up for a back street prostate exam