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Mike Rintoul

The 9X18 is creating some controversy. There is a 9X18 that uses a standard (parabellum) sized bullet and a 9X18 Mak that uses a .366-.367 bullet. I need to know the demand for each before I can determine the return on investment of creating a totally new and unique size bullet. If there is some dem...

Mike Rintoul

50 Alaskan

Mike Rintoul

357 Sig - once the ammo is released for sale I will start working on the 32 ACP, 45 GAP, 357 Sig and even the 9X19. I am certain my 357 bullet will work in the Sig cartridge with the proper seating depth. The 9mm bullet may not have enough velocity in the 9X18 - so we'll just make a new one for that...

Mike Rintoul

In order to complete the 32 ACP I need a gun. I make sure every caliber of ammo functions flawlessly, achieves the velocity I list and the bullet performs as expected. I do not have a 32 ACP. If you are interested in loaning one for around 5 or 6 weeks, I will trade for ammo. Obviously, I have an FF...

Mike Rintoul

I would like a copy and with the 10 kids being fans of yours, you better save a few extras.

Mike Rintoul

32's are a way off but are being actively looked into. Other calibers may follow, like 454, etc. Only loaded ammunition for a while, especially while the patent is pending and trademarks and copyrights are being settled. The difference with our ammo testing compared to others is that gelatin substan...

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The penetration meets the FBI standards on ballistic gelatin both covered and uncovered. I did not try to meet the standard on auto glass, glass at an angle or wallboard.

All the ammo is within SAAMI spec and can be used in any guns originally for the caliber.

Mike Rintoul

Our new line of ammunition will be released for sale on September 17th, 2009. This is of particular interest to levergunners since the calibers include 38, 357, 44 Spl, 44 Mag and 45 Colt. Also included for the auto pistol carrier are 380, 9mm, 40 and 45 ACP. Each bullet is specific to the cartridge...

Mike Rintoul

While the bullet can certainly effect the pressure and the accuracy with the same weight, different brand, I will add for the sake of broadening this discussion that different BRASS with the same load can have an enormous effect on pressure and accuracy. One recent loading that comes to mind was the...

Mike Rintoul

I think you are referring to a barrel sleeve. What happens, in short, is that the bore is reamed smooth and a tube that contains the chamber and rifling diameter of the new caliber is fused into the smooth tube you've created. The tubes can be turned down to very small diameters, and of course made ...

Mike Rintoul

There is not enough difference in bullet designs within the same caliber to drastically effect the ricochet. However, if one did richochet, the lighter bullet would clearly loose velocity faster, become unstable quicker and have less overall effect on anything it hit. Think in simple terms of skippi...

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I'd be happy to discuss that with you. Give me a call.

Mike

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I was talking to my friend here. "Uh, Joe/Ricky, that's a tree".

Mike Rintoul

Our 300 and 335 gr loads will meet the requirements for deer hunting. You can also purchase these bullets and I will give you handload data that will get you close to my factory loads but will still be legal for what you want.

Mike Rintoul

Call me about the 380's - I have them ready but none went out yet. 86er and Ricky nicknamed them, we never intended to call them Tarantulas, but it does have a nice ring to it. These bullets are featured in our "Extreme" line of ammo right now in 9mm, 40S&W, 45 ACP, 38 SPL, 357 Mag, 44...

Mike Rintoul

I shoot a lot of stuff with cast bullets. Most are .50 diameter. With that being said, there are a lot of reasons to choose a controlled expanding bullet for bear hunting. Read this article for more: http://www.gunblast.com/JoeRiekers-BearHunting.htm I recall Joe and Ricky telling me about Piller's ...

Mike Rintoul

I knew you were a little crazy but this is the first time I've been compelled to say " Fool". What were you thinking? I'm glad it worked out!

Mike Rintoul

Hey guys - thanks for testing the Tarantual bullets. There is already a revision in the works. They look promising but I want perfection. Joe - I want to know what Stupid gene surfaced to make you tackle on a wild animal - I heard the story! Charles is probably CRS, Chaos-Resulting (from)- Senilty. ...

Mike Rintoul

The information is pretty consistent with what we have found and continue to research. Joe makes some good -long winded- points. I am making custom bullets with Northfork for dangerous and large game that will each have a sectional density of .340 with the weight being whatever it takes to get to th...

Mike Rintoul

Bison 60 yards 1200 pounds

45-70 300 grain monolithic Hex-onic Rocket bullet at 2200 fps. Shoulder to shoulder without exits, expanded petals to 8/10th inch.

Mike Rintoul

I'd be interested in a 2010 trip for elephant, hippo and buffalo. One for the 45-70, one for the 50 Alaskan, maybe one with the 500 Linebaugh. Let me know the details by PM or e-mail.

Mike Rintoul

I mentioned this a few months ago in a different post. The machining and set-up with the new method that leaves the sharp edge saves them from $.17 -$.31 cents depending on the model (times the number of each model per year and it adds up to quite a bit). Some of my 41 Mag and 44 Mag heavies have tr...

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I did not see the show but I know some about the 475 Turnbull. Doug sent me a test barrel and had me work up loads. I discussed at length the need for 450 grain + bullets to make the caliber dangerous game legal in all countries and to get penetration that is comparable to proven traditional dangero...

Mike Rintoul

The lead bullets will work and the technology applied to lead bullet casting combined with modern powders far surpasses the technology and techniques of even a few decades ago. Jacketed bullets were invented to overcome some of the shortcomings of lead. Expanding bullet technology continues to grow ...

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The real reason behind the box design is a more efficient machine controlled packaging at a greater rate.

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In our extensive testing, a lot of it on game animals, the difference between cast and jacketed when the weight and velocity is the same is the predictability. Cast bullets, whether soft or hard, are less predictable than premium jacketed bullets when the circumstances are otherwise the same. We've ...

Mike Rintoul

If you achieve this with components readily available to the consumer you will experience erratic pressure, accuracy and velocity due to temperature changes. You also risk poor extraction/ejection. The majority of .308/180gr bullets are designed for 30-06 standard factory velocities. At ranges under...

Mike Rintoul

Good job Kiddo! Joe - he has your stoic look in trophy photos! I'm sorry I cannot send any appropriate ammo for the little guy, YET. I guess his hanging out with Craig Boddington paid off! Congratulations!

Mike Rintoul

We haven't had any problems with sticky 454 cases from our ammo that is loaded "hot". It is all about the process used when forming the brass, and the combination of components that makes a difference. The ammo your friend was using is good stuff, I won't knock it. However, if you (or your...

Mike Rintoul

I'll send something levergun oriented.

Mike Rintoul

I'm happy to work with you if I can supply what you need. You will not get more quality at a better price. If you just want cheap ammo that will have to come from someplace else. We sell to Cabelas and Midway so I can say that they have a low mark up and tend to be reasonable on ammo costs. The ship...

Mike Rintoul

Powder is manufactured under a tightly controlled moisture free environment and includes processes to remove moisture from the powder. It is sometime coated with a solution to help deter moisture absorbancy - although the coating is never 100%. Powder is like beef jerky. Once you open the bag it wil...

Mike Rintoul

Here's a quick lesson in ballistics - You need to use the Greenhill Formula to determine the proper rifling twist rate for the bullet. (the Greenhill Formula is available on the internet). If your bullet is outside the specs for your barrel is will YAW. The yawing is essentially a spiral flight, the...

Mike Rintoul

The difference is in the technology used and the method by which expansion initiates. The PP used the exposed lead and tapered jacket combo. The exposed lead tip flattens and grabs the jacket, peeling it back. With the Silvertips, the "Tip" is driven back into the jacket and on top of the ...

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Hatchettjack: Call me to discuss your ammunition needs. I may recommend something slightly different once you provide more information about your anticipated hunt. We do a lot of field testing and we have at least 10 documented bison and a cape buffalo taken with the 460gr 45-70 ammunition. Mike Rin...

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Joe: If you want to duplicate the 230 gr 45 ACP load as far as penetration, velocity and bullet weight, give me a call. I have a guy in PA that makes me 240 or 250 gr copper bullets that are pre-serrated and have spiral grooves along the length to match the barrel twist. They have some resemblence t...

Mike Rintoul

Thanks for the positive reports on the ammo guys. I shot the Mouflon at around 70 yds. The total live weight was 154 pounds. I shot it head on to get an idea of penetration. The bullet struck just above the breast notch and exited in the center of the right ham. The exit hole was .77 leading me to b...

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John: As an ammunition manufacturer I have access to information that is not generally available to the home handloader. Without getting into a lot of mumbo jumbo let me share a few things. Primers are rated on 1) Flame Duration 2) Flame Column, and 3) Flame peak temperature. Generally speaking, CCI...

Mike Rintoul

86er and others interested - I also had heard what you reported about the LeverEvolution from within the industry. In defense of Steve Hornady, he doesn't tolerate inconsistency and will most likely figure out the right formula for those bullets. Most of their products are very accurate and consiste...

Mike Rintoul

Thanks for the plug 86er! Grizzzly - We have an excellent 275 grain Hawk loading that should exceed 1500 fps in your Trapper easily. Once in a while bullets of 300 grain or more do not cycle perfectly in rifles, so there is no way to know about your rifle but to try them. With that in mind, The 275 ...

Mike Rintoul

We're still working on Bismuth bullets. First, the bullet will work in standard molds. Second, they are expensive. We've tried various mixtures - pure Bismuth doesn't work. I've got one that looks promising with a tin mixture. The overall bullet weight comes out between 5% and 10% lighter than the s...

Mike Rintoul

If anyone runs out of bullets or needs cartridges pronto and it is after hours or weekends you can call (469) -338-0071. Someone will help you either at the time of the call or in a few hours if you leave a message. After hours and weekend orders can be shipped first thing next business morning subj...

Mike Rintoul

Thanks for the kind words. Glad to be here to help the Levergunners whatever way I can. We will be giving a discount on every order if you say you came from the forum. You can use the discount instantly or have a coupon included in each of your orders that you can save up and apply all at once if yo...

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