One notable feature of both this case and the Miller Short is that the barrel can be rechambered to .32-40 should the original caliber be unsatisfactory, or if you want to shoot in the traditional class. Guns International #: 101804215. It is said that if the Sharps rifle cartridges were for the long range hunter the Stevens cartridges were for every man! For Schuetzen shooting (up to 200 yds. For black powder, the .38-55 is less affected than the .32-40. These are good bullets for small game that will be eaten, as the bullets cast of Linotype will not expand significantly. A 32-40, 28 inch, 1:14 B. 7.6 Decision on ties: in the event of numerical ties, such ties will be decided by the following method, used in sequence until the competitor's rank may be determined. This caliber has very little to recommend it for target shooting, but it could be used for centerfire gallery loads if there are such matches in your area. bbl., special order Schuetzen buttstock with aluminum Schuetzen buttplate, SST, Stevens palm rest, scope blocks, exc. In my ongoing effort to broaden my firearms horizons, I have been reading up on subjects I have little knowledge of. Barrel shown is by Winchester chambered for 22LR - 27" which is octagon to round. WebSchuetzen black powder is made with a blend of Alder, Hazelnut, and Maple charcoals to give the cleanest, high performance black powder. Plate, 2-ins. WebBuy Fancy Winchester 1885 Hi-Wall Schuetzen Rifle, 32-40win, #4Barrel, mfg 1887: GunBroker is the largest seller of Single Shot Rifles Rifles Guns & Firearms All: 973707661 WINCHESTER 1885 HI-WALL SCHUETZEN RIFLE; Caliber 32-40. Revised September 2008. This rimmed oddball caliber proved popular as it was strictly a sporting round and allowed the Germans to produce these rifles, ammunition and components when they were sanctioned against producing military arms after World War I. Like many Schuetzen rifles of the period, it sports a set of double set triggers. Very good plus overall condition. I also had Freund of Cheyenne, not knowing there were both a Frank and a George Freund. Webmr1270 cased pair of merkel o/u double rifles in caliber 8x60mm [m] $ mr433 very scarce german stalking rifle [a] $ mr1540 very interesting austrian percussion zimmer schuetzen rifle [a] $ 875.00; mr1327 very fine cased sxs rifle/shotgun by john donaghy [a] $ s1039 very rare savage 1904 bolt action 22 rifle for parts or repair only [m] A. WebThis Schuetzen rifle is made for long range offhand match shooting. For target work, consider only the heavier bullets to aid in minimizing wind deflection. This gun features unusual XXX deluxe wood with no checkering. Antique Maynard No. The tang sight Click for more info Seller: LeRoy Merz Antique Guns Area Code: 218 $5,750.00 EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL RIFLE IN 38-55 CALIBER with a BSA 6-24 scope
Beautiful looking stock. The target rifles of that time came with a false Muzzle which was a seperate piece of barrel that fitted over the muzzle and allowed the bullet to be started into the rifling and seated, without damaging the actual muzzle. 8.5 Sandbags must contain a nonmetallic substance and the use of Velcro or other attachments between the bag and the bench is prohibited. In working order. This is too small a case for silhouette, and it use is very restricted by its size. When we barrel for this caliber, we headspace from the shoulder of the case, so that headspace is truly correct and rimless cases could be used with the proper extractor. Any injustice which he feels has been committed, except the evaluation of a target which he has challenged as outlined in rule 12.1. Back to Top, .25 HORNET This caliber is the smallest of the .25 calibers that we chamber for, and is designed for use as a smallbore target cartridge using smokeless powder. Note: An article about the .32-40 Winchester can be found on the Rifle Cartridge Page. But if youre also looking for a conversion of caliber in inches to mm, the following #1202A ZISHANG MARLIN BALLARD SCHUETZEN RIFLE, 32-40, SN 17XX, 30 tapered oct. I have used Alliant ---- and AA #9 with good results. One of the most famous companies to adopt it was Stevens Arms, which chambered it in thousands of its Model 44 single shots, for both target shooting and small game. D. When using a target with an edge border line, a bullet hole touching the border line will be counted as a record shot for both bench and offhand matches. WebThis Schuetzen rifle is made for long range offhand match shooting. Price: $52.00 11.5 When leaving the firing point, the rifle must be unloaded and the action open, and the rifle put in the rack behind the firing line. Slower twists can be used with 180 or lighter bullets, but the 10 works very well with everything. C. The competitor having the greatest number of center shots on target number five will be ranked higher. We regularly conduct competitions in 2-Gun, 3-Gun, CMP, IBS, IDPA, USPSA (IPSC), Mosin, Schutzen and Swiss disciplines among others. Back to Top, .25-20 WINCHESTER REPEATER The original rifles are marked .25 WCF. 7.9 Record shots and sighting shots: 8.4 Benchrest: This is a means for securing maximum accuracy with rifles and pistols. Lever action rifles chambered for the .32-40 were the Marlin models 1881 and 1893, and the Winchester model 1894. Schuetzen rifles are typically highly accurate due to their precise design and craftsmanship, though this can vary depending on the specific model and the skill of the user. In addition to the regular targets, some novelty targets are popular. Mfg The conditions under which another has been permitted to fire. Original barrels have larger groove diameters of .378 to as much as .383, so be sure to slug the bores. If you plan to do silhouette shooting, you will want a heavier bullet, 300-320 grains. 44 rifle in .22 Short. Sharp gun! Under this Company name these guns were produced from 1886 until 1915 onl, Guns Listing ID: 750273Inventory Number: FCS071322Description: SHOTGUN: J STEVENS FIREARMS MODEL 840, 22LR, BOLT, 1936Specific Details:NRA Modern Gun Condition Rating Standards:
GOOD: In safe worki, 24 inch half octagon barrel. Overall, Id say that the book is a useful reference is you look at this fine old rifle above and see it as the epitome of sharpshooting beauty. In recent years, the Schuetzen boys are using heavier bullets than the standard 165 grains. I wouldnt call these chapters comprehensive by any means, but they will be of some use to the shooter looking to improve their processes for making components or vintage cartridges. Bore has strong rifling with minor pitting. bbl., complete with false muzzle, engraved with animal scene on left side of receiver & vines on right, original vernier tan. Excellent bore. Tube extensions for sights are permitted, providing rifle barrel length is in accordance with ATF regulations. So-called "schuetzen shooting" began in the US in the late 19th Century, having been introduced by German immigrants. wide, to support arm. Vintage tube-ted semi-auto rifle with a revelation 4x scope. Barrel is cast steel, bore is good with a minor pit in the chamber ahead of the breech plug. We cannot chamber for rimless cartridges since the Stevens 44 1/2 extractor needs a rim to function properly. Receiver and butt plate have most of their original nickel plating with flaking. The 1980s reprint (I think it was published by Wolfe) was taken from Popes copy, and has Popes margin notes reproduced, Ill see if I can find the bibliographic details and the links. Back to Top, .30-40 KRAG This is a very fine old hunting caliber, actually very powerful, since it can be loaded to about .308 ballistics. Wonder if these extremely accurate black powder guns shed any light on the subject of how much cleaning to do on a rifle? 414 Armory in .22 Long Rifle. Kelver recalls a particular target shot by one C. W. Rowland of Colorado in 1901, who put 10 shots into 0.725 inches at 200 yards (benchrested). All competitors will be ranked in order in the match according to group size. WebThere are events for both 22RF and classic CF schuetzen-type rifles, using either iron sights or telescopic sights. Guns International S, ID # 8340
Make STEVENS
Model 44
Configuration SINGLE SHOT FALLING BLOCK
Gauge / Caliber .25-20
Price $2,500.00
Serial #&nb. (Rule 7.2 for the bench rest matches, 7.4 for the offhand matches, and 7.1 for the rimfire matches. . The barrel and receiver has a mostly brown receiver. This email address is being protected from spambots. "Single shot rifle. The .32-40 was his favorite match cartridge, and he could have chambered his personal rifle for any cartridge he wished. ), you should look for a bullet that is about 280 - 300 grains. >, if you have any further questions. This case requires the same extractor as .38-55, .30-30, .219 Zipper and other brass based on these cases, making barrel changes simpler. Functions perfectly. C. Competitors may shoot until there are 10 shots on each target. Some rams will not go down when hit with the .38, but the same thing applies to the .45s. The extra speed is about 150 foot seconds, so do not expect to be shooting a .225 Winchester. 26" barrel w original sights. Finally, Kelver concludes with a couple chapters on vintage telescopic sights of the era and information for modern shooters on bullet casting and paper patching. Equipped with a 30 inch octagon #4 weight barrel, Winchester scope mount, front sight and clean bore. WebThe "Schuetzen" lever is, I assume the 3-finger lever and is a good option. Such high velocity may be a great advantage, as the bullet is supersonic to 200 yards. This case is made from the .357 Maximum or Magnum case, but in addition to hard, full-length sizing can also require lathe turning the brass at the base. Muzzle is turned for bullet starter tools for the gun are lost. The original competitions were fired off-hand (standing position) only, but many are interested to shoot from bench-rest, so the gamut of events ranges from offhand to bench-rest for group and bench-rest for score. Back to Top. The down range performance at 500 meters is really quite good with very heavy bullets. Brass is available mostly from Bertram, although others have made it in the last few years. Selling as used in very good condition. The factory guns usually had a 13 twist, but we suggest the 12, and using 100 to 105 grain bullets. The big-bore "buffalo guns" are also fired from the sitting position resting on cross-sticks. D. The competitor having the shot farthest from the exact center of the 25 ring will be ranked lower, beginning with target number five, proceeding to target number one. WebThe Ballard rifle had over 20 variants during its 29-year lifespan. Our reamer is a special match grade which minimizes bullet jump. Look for a tapered bullet, from about .368 to .376, and a flat nose will give you the best hole in your target. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Cleaned a bunch and still shot straight. 1 would later be produced in .44 rimfire, .45-70 Government, .44 Ballard Long, & .44 Ballard Extra Long. Copyright 2003, 2013 by Dave Thornblom and/or chuckhawks.com. Top quality ammo is a necessity in tough competition, no matter what you read in the gun magazines, so you must resign yourself to spending about 15 cents a shot if you are serious. When targets are hung, it is the competitor's responsibility to hang the correct, properly marked target for the match. Bore is approximately .36 caliber. Web#493A Stevens Model 54-44 1/2 Schuetzen Rifle, 32-40, 30" heavy part oct. 0.172. The .40 caliber bore is cut rifled with six deep lands and grooves with a slow twist for a patched round ball. All rights reserved. In my book, each of three gunfighters used a different local western gunsmith. This brought the .32-40 to within 200 to 300 fps of the early .32 Winchester Special loading. Screws good and action is tight. In order to compensate for insufficient length of arms the shooter is permitted to use a palm rest or finger tip rest. Thank you for the pertinent information of the names of the famous western gunsmiths. B. All shots found on a competitor's target will be considered record shots unless they can be established as crossfires. A single shot rifle/pistol is defined as a breech loading cartridge rifle/pistol without a magazine or provision for additional cartridges in which the action must be operated, and a cartridge or shell must be inserted manually for each shot. WebMARLIN BALLARD SCHUETZEN STYLE RIFLE CALIBER 32-40 . WebCalibers available include 38-55, .40-65 Winchester, .45-70 and others. There are events for both 22RF and classic CF schuetzen-type rifles, using either iron sights or telescopic sights. 2.2 Aim point or electronic type sight sights are not permitted. No one can dispute the ability of the old master, Mr. Harry Pope, who built some of the finest match rifles of his era and was also a top notch competitor. High-quality Schuetzen rifles can be extremely accurate, capable of The faster loads often shoot better than the 1300 fps loads, and fouling is not normally a problem. ; 32-40, 30, 25-20, 30, both 1/2 oct., Stevens veneer tang sight, aperture globe front. The case is the .22 Hornet necked up to .25. There is also a $1 fee for each target, with all the fees above cost of the targets returned as prize money. While cast bullets of the 224438 type can be used at low velocities, it is certainly a challenge to use them gas checked at much higher velocities if the bullets are cast from Linotype alloy or equivalent. Offhand: 1.8 minutes per shot including sighting and fouling shots, a 10 minute sighting in period from the bench will be allowed. The barrel is ha, Solid tight rifle in good overall condition with good bore in a neat and versatile caliber, all original parts and finishes. Back to Top, .225 WINCHESTER A very fine and powerful varmint caliber which is the same as the Improved Zipper. The head size is the same as the .32-20. He gifted the gun to his wife who later (in 1930) gave it to Frederica Glahn. 1945-2019, Conservation & Sportsman's Club of Thurmont, Maryland, Inc. All Rights Reserved. 4.2 Wads may be card (paper), felt, cork, wax, graphite, plastic, or similar material. These very high quality rifles were only made from 1910-1917. S/N: 79456. WebA single shot rifle/pistol is defined as a breech loading cartridge rifle/pistol without a magazine or provision for additional cartridges in which the action must be operated, and 3.4 In foul weather, jackets may be worn at the Schuetzenmeister's discretion. When pushed to such velocities, the .28 has a very distinctive crack when fired. Hard to find youth rifl, #848A STEVENS MODEL 47-44 1/2, 32-40, 30" part oct. heavy bbl., 1 3/32 at breech end, SN 70XX, matching nos., Schuetzen buttplate, PG Schuetzen stock, Stevens vernier tang sight, late Lyman globe, HARD TO FIND STEVENS 55 LADIES' MODEL, .22 LONG RIFLE, #64XXX, MADE 1897-1916, Stevens 44-1/2 By Paul Shuttleworth, CPA Corporation, Two Barrel Set, 22LR & 38-55 w/ Montana Vintage Sights, stevens NO. 1 and Mossberg SSi are also allowed. Bullets are usually breechseated .06 ahead of he case, which puts the bullet completely into the rifling. A similar arrangement must be used for pistols. Lever locks back positively and slop / looseness in the a, Guns Listing ID: 695962Here is a rare Stevens Single Shot in 22 lr. From the markings the 7,7 may mean it was originally in 7.7 mm (about .311 caliber). DELUXE WINCHESTER 1885 LAUDENSACK SCHUETZEN RIFLE IN CALIBER 22 SHORT. Our barrels are marked only with twist, make, serial number and date, as there is no reason to list the groove diameter. 4. A single shot rifle/pistol is defined as a breech loading cartridge rifle/pistol without a magazine or provision for additional cartridges in which the action must be operated, and a cartridge or shell must be inserted manually for each shot. All competitors will be ranked in the match according to their total scores. Back to Top, .28-30 STEVENS This is a fine original caliber, one made famous in its day by Stevens and also chambered by Winchester and the custom makers. It was one of the popular shooting sports, and occupied much the same niche as golf does nowadays. The barrel weight is not critical, and neither is the length. For those who havent heard the term before, Schuetzen was (is) basically the late 19th-century equivalent of todays Free Rifle competition. bbl., matching nos., engraved Stevens frame with elk on left side & a mountain lion on right with scroll engrav, This is a beautiful personal gun from a private collection. All of our chambering is done with match grade reamers, even squirrel rifles. It is possible to use Lyman 224438 or equivalent, omitting the gas check. Most of the old Hornet rifles were .223 groove with 16 twist, as the makers used .22 rimfire barrels. While competitors typically use Ballard, Sharps, Remington rolling-block, or Winchester high- or low-wall rifles or modern-made replicas of these designs modern rifles such as the Ruger No. 12.4 A protest must be initiated immediately upon the occurrence of the protested incident. document.getElementById('cloak724287331cf2bc5c59f7cde790c4052a').innerHTML = ''; Offhand: 3 minutes per shot including sighting and fouling shots, a 10 minute sighting in period from the bench will be allowed. "Stevens Tip Up Rifle .22 Caliber (AL5689), STEVENS IDEAL REMOVEABLE SIDE PLATE MODEL IN 32-35 STEVENS, "Stevens 14 1/2 Little Scout 22LR (R29706). 3.2 Jackets are not allowed in the offhand events. Fluer-de-lis style c, Stevens "Favorite" Model 1915 in .32 Long. Driving directions are found elsewhere on this web-site. b, #1207A STEVENS MODEL 21 LADIES MODEL, 22 LR, 24 part oct. To be more specific, our meetings are shooting get-togethers for non-bolt-action single-shot rifles, using black or smokeless powder, with plain-base lead bullets. You can contact me, RG "Chris" Christensen, at 301-926-2650 or (preferred)
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