Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 14 i GUNS

Usually, primers come in blister packs of 100 pieces, which is exactly what's needed to fill the tubes of Dillon presses and some manual or automatic primer flip trays. However, some brands like Fiocchi and Geco offer different packaging. Fiocchi comes in the classic 150-piece box, while Geco offers packages of 250 pieces. It's worth mentioning that Ginex primers are sold in loose packages of 3,500 pieces, unlike the blister packs of other brands. Personally, for filling the press tubes, I use an electronic tool with a tray capacity of 100 primers, and for larger primer packages, I employ a simple method. For example, with Fiocchi primers, I use half of the package and eyeball it onto the primer flip tray. After filling the tube, I repeat the process with…

Hoping to be of interest, considering that there are many collectors or simple enthusiasts who own Italian model 1874 or model 1889 surplus revolvers in 10.35 mm and have been successfully experimenting with home reloading of this glorious and iconic ammunition for years, I wanted to share a positive experience to obtain usable bullets with good results. History 10.35x20 rimmed, also known as 10.4x20R Italian service cartridge or 10.4 Bodeo (the first centerfire metallic cartridge for handguns adopted by Italy), was adopted by the Royal Army back in 1874 and was based on Glisenti's design, who produced under license the new Chamelot-Delvigne service revolver, replacing the old pinfire revolvers. Initially, this ammunition had a cartridge case approximately 22 mm long and was loaded with a lead bullet with external lubrication…

Australia is proving to be one of the countries most hostile to the legal possession of guns by its citizens. Until now, however, we had not even come close to what is being discussed in the West Australian Parliament. The reform of the legislation on guns, in fact, aims to introduce a limit to the number of guns that can be possessed by each citizen (5 copies), with a possible extension up to 10 in exceptional and justified cases. The local government has moved forward by launching a program of “voluntary” surrender of “unnecessary” weapons by citizens until August 31st. 64.3 million dollars have been allocated for the operation and fixed rates have been indicated for each gun delivered, which vary depending on whether the gun of a given category…

From the cooperation between the Italians Hti center and Tactical 73 was born the Xm10 carbine, the first semi-auto rifle with the Stoner Dgi system (and the first semi-auto ever not produced by Sig Sauer) chambered for the .277 Fury, the civilian counterpart of the 6.8×51 mm selected by the US army for front line combat units. The rifle will be made in two main configurations, with a 13 inch long barrel with 1:10 twist and a 16 inch long barrel with 1:7 twist. A full auto version is also planned for the military market, called Xm70. Hti center guarantees a life of the parts subject to wear of at least 22,500 rounds, for the other components the guarantee is lifetime. The debut on the Italian and European markets is…

Leonardo da Vinci in 2019, the Vittoria Alata in 2020, Dante Alighieri in 2021, and the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 2022. Beretta continues the tradition of creating extraordinary shotguns dedicated to remarkable individuals or events. During an exclusive evening, reserved for 160 personalities from the worlds of media, fashion, and style, the latest creation of the Pietro Beretta Selection luxury shotgun line was presented to the world for the first time. The event took place at the company's Small Parts department, where Beretta luxury shotguns are crafted. The 2023 model is called 486 Copernico and is a tribute to Nicolaus Copernicus, the scientist, astronomer, and mathematician who initiated a cultural and scientific revolution that no longer placed man at the center of the universe. To celebrate Copernicus's work and…

The numerous “green” cartridges proposed by manufacturers in recent months, following the gradual ban on lead imposed by the European Union and the European Chemicals Agency, have focused primarily on the use of alternative metals such as steel, copper, tungsten, and bismuth, while losing sight of another issue that had been much discussed in previous months, namely the presence of singleuse plastic. Especially in wetland areas, where the use of lead is prohibited, the dispersion of plastic can be particularly harmful to the environment. However, almost all lead alternatives require the use of a container wad, which must necessarily be made of biopolymer or biodegradable polymer. Fiocchi's response to this need is the innovative Green Core project, a line of wads made of biodegradable polymer, also suitable for loading lead-less…

The Mauser 98 action was one of the most widely used in the 20th century, particularly for the creation of extremely robust and reliable hunting weapons, as well as military firearms. To a lesser extent, it has also been used for the production of firearms for sport shooting. Italian company HTI offers an aftermarket trigger that does not require manual adjustment work by a gunsmith, providing a true match trigger for the Mauser 98, complete with all the features considered indispensable in a true competition-grade trigger. How it's made The frame is made of 7075 aluminum, with a side plate also made of 7075 aluminum, fixed by means of four screws. The trigger components rotate on ground steel pins. Obviously, the sear and its release lever are made of steel,…

The federal appeals court in Boston overturned an earlier 2022 decision, ruling that the Mexican government would have no legal preclusion from suing major U.S. guns manufacturers for damages. The lawsuit was filed by Mexico in 2021, seeking $10 billion against major guns manufacturers, including Smith & Wesson, Colt and Glock, accused of marketing their products in ways that enable cartel criminals of drugs to (illegally) purchase such guns and use them to commit crimes in the country. The judges of first instance had found that the case was inadmissible because it conflicted with the Protection of lawful commerce in arms act, but the judges of appeal held that the case brought by Mexico (the first filed by a foreign government) is exempt from the ban established by the Plcaa.…

The history of the development of metallic cartridge ammunition for breech-loading firearms is a fascinating subject for scholars and enthusiasts alike. However, it is also quite complex, as there are truly tens of thousands of different calibers that have been invented since the first cartridges began to appear in the mid-19th century, especially when considering so-called wildcats, which are calibers that never progressed beyond the experimental stage and never entered mass production. Even considering the ammunition that was actually produced and distributed (militarily or commercially), there are many calibers that had their moment of glory in a specific historical period and have now been out of production for decades. Think of all the calibers for black powder military rifles, such as 10.35 Vetterli, 11 mm Werndl, and so on. Amidst…

Chiappa Firearms has expanded the 1911 Empire Grade line with the new Gold and Nebula models. The golden finish on the slide and frame of the Gold model, obtained by physical vapor deposition (PVD), offers a clear and fascinating contrast with the smaller parts such as the trigger, safety, sights, barrel bushing, and with the G10 grips. The Empire Grade Nebula has the same multicolor PVD finish on the slide and frame as the well-known and appreciated Rhino Nebula revolver from Chiappa Firearms, just as the same theme of blue and gray veins is found on the laminate grips. All new Chiappa Firearms 1911 Empire and 1911 Superior pistols have common features such as an ambidextrous manual safety on the frame; skeletonized hammer and trigger; front and rear grip serrations…

TEST RIFLES SABATTI SAPHIRE EXTENDED RANGE IN 6.5X55 SE The main feature of Saphire rifles – in all the variants offered by the Val Trompia-based company – is encapsulated in the action. Unlike traditional products, the action of the Sabatti Saphire is entirely made of 7075 aluminum. This design choice has made it possible to keep the overall weight of the rifle between 3,400 and 3,600 grams depending on the caliber and barrel length. The internal front section of the action, in the area in contact with the barrel, is not threaded but finished smooth to allow for the insertion of the barrel extension. This solution paved the way for caliber interchangeability through barrel replacement (and optionally, bolt head and magazine). The upper part of the action features two Picatinny…

In the process of reloading metallic cartridges, various aspects related to the components must be considered: the case, powder, bullet, and primer. The reloading tool also plays an important role. These components must be carefully chosen based on the caliber, firearm, and type of shooting. Focusing on small pistol primers, I have often heard stories about the ability of one brand compared to another to give more or less “push” to the bullet, thus changing its velocity. In this test, I wanted to examine this component specifically, isolating it as much as possible from other factors to not influence the final result. I used factory-new cases, the same bullet type, the same type of powder, and an equal charge (only differing between pistol and rifle). For all cartridges, an OAL…

When spending extended time outdoors and the weather is not on our side, having the right equipment can truly make the difference between a challenging day and an outright nightmare. Anyone who has hunted for a whole day in the rain, forgetting to bring along proper waterproof gear, knows exactly what I'm talking about. There are many solutions for staying dry even on a rainy day, ranging from the most traditional to the most cutting-edge. The British, who certainly know a thing or two about inclement weather conditions, developed a simple and functional garment as early as the second half of the nineteenth century, designed to offer maximum protection from the elements while still allowing for considerable freedom of movement: the smock. This is a long-cut, square-shaped jacket, typically equipped…

The boundless Swedish coniferous forests, the evocative Scandinavian atmosphere, and the quest for the elusive and majestic Swedish moose. The moose hunt organized every year by Norma has become a fixed appointment for me, an opportunity to return to a wonderful place that has earned a special place in my mind and to try my luck again with the great cervid. Yes, because luck plays a predominant role in moose hunting, and I have never been very lucky. After several years of hunting in Sweden, I have never had the opportunity to harvest a male moose: I have had a couple of good chances to shoot a calf, but honestly, I have never had the heart to pull the trigger. Moreover, the hunting rules are very strict, and each hunter…

The expansion by Ruger, owner of the Marlin firearms brand, of the 336 series lever action rifles in .30-30 Winchester caliber continues, i.e. the “medium” format model in the company's lever action catalogue. The new models are the Sbl, with a 19.1 inch barrel, and the Trapper, with a 16.17 inch barrel. A common factor between the two rifles is the satin stainless steel construction, the laminated wood stock and the oversized loading lever. The Sbl also has a Picatinny rail above the frame that continues up to approximately mid-barrel, completed with a rear ghost ring and a fiber optic front sight at the muzzle. The tubular magazine has capacity of 6 cartridges. For the Trapper the magazine has 5 cartridges, blade front sight and rear ghost ring. Prices in…