Post by: sakoshooter on March 01, 2011, 01:04:16 PM
Post by: MuleySniper on March 01, 2011, 01:08:30 PM
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Post by: Wazukie on March 01, 2011, 01:34:25 PM
Post by: MtnMuley on March 01, 2011, 01:35:21 PM
Post by: jackelope on March 01, 2011, 01:37:26 PM
I also am a huge fan of the single shots.
Post by: Wazukie on March 01, 2011, 01:41:29 PM
Post by: MtnMuley on March 01, 2011, 01:45:12 PM
As for being a single shot, it only takes one shot to put an animal down.
Very true, I just prefer to have 2 more readily available, with the ease of a bolt throw. :)
Post by: Emptyhanded on March 01, 2011, 02:04:46 PM
Post by: MuleySniper on March 01, 2011, 06:50:14 PM
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Post by: Heredoggydoggy on March 01, 2011, 07:12:25 PM
Post by: TeacherMan on March 01, 2011, 07:22:52 PM
Post by: Wazukie on March 01, 2011, 07:26:59 PM
I love THEM!!! I do have a hard time hunting with a single shot in Ak :chuckle:A lot of people hunt with a single shot in AK
Post by: wastickslinger on March 01, 2011, 08:41:34 PM
Wastickslinger has a sweet red pad 22-250 he said he plans on giving me someday :chuckle: its a gem with nice wood on it. They are chunky though, you definitely feel them on the sling. I'd suggest if you are planning on getting one for hunting, don't get picky with the wood and if you do by chance get your hands on one with exceptional wood, I'd suggest passing on it or keeping it for a range gun or a safe queen :chuckle:
MS
Nice try turd. That is one I will hang on to. Sure glad you talked me into looking for one. My next few guns will likely be a few more #1's. I love them. They are heavy but accurate!
Post by: mr.ktm95 on March 01, 2011, 08:53:54 PM
Post by: wastickslinger on March 01, 2011, 09:02:45 PM
Post by: GWP on March 02, 2011, 12:28:20 AM
Have seen guys throw a number of shots at a 'questionable' shot they should not have taken in the first place. A single shot anything will usually cure you of that. Most people I have met shooting a single shot are better shots as they have to make the first one count, and know where it will hit the first time. Single shots are fun.
Post by: sakoshooter on March 02, 2011, 01:05:31 AM
As far as shooting a single shot goes: Hell, I never even work the bolt on my bolt guns when I shoot. Even when I finally do , I put my other hand over the action to catch the shell so it doesn't hit the ground.
They're a great lookin gun but I was concerned about their accuracy. I like sub MOA groups. Some guns just won't do it even with the best hand loads. That was my main concern.
Are any of you guys handloading for your #1s and really working on tight shootin loads?
Post by: Wazukie on March 02, 2011, 07:03:07 AM
Post by: jackelope on March 02, 2011, 07:18:18 AM
Dont let anyone tell you that you cant get it done with a single shot. You will become a better shot!!
Yep I would have passed on that one too...butt ugly. :chuckle:
Post by: wastickslinger on March 02, 2011, 08:00:55 AM
Dont let anyone tell you that you cant get it done with a single shot. You will become a better shot!!
Yep I would have passed on that one too...butt ugly. :chuckle:
:chuckle:
Post by: wastickslinger on March 02, 2011, 08:04:31 AM
Are any of you guys handloading for your #1s and really working on tight shootin loads?
Mine shoots an 1".
50 grain Hornady V max
39 grains of Ball 760
Post by: C-Money on March 02, 2011, 08:11:21 AM
Post by: jackelope on March 02, 2011, 08:18:08 AM
Nice gun. Not sure going from a T/C is a "Step Up" though. 'Depends' on both guns. I have had both. Like both.
I have 2 Encores and my dad has a #1 and a Contender. I agree functionality wise I think it's a toss up. I think the #1's are "prettier" rifles. My Encores are shooters for sure, especially with a little tweeking.
Post by: 280win on March 02, 2011, 11:14:05 AM
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Post by: sakoshooter on March 02, 2011, 12:03:30 PM
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Post by: MuleySniper on March 03, 2011, 06:40:05 AM
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Post by: 280win on March 03, 2011, 06:58:55 AM
Not a bad strait up trade for a tang safety bull barrel ruger 77 22-250 :chuckle: I thought any way
280
Post by: jackelope on March 03, 2011, 07:41:05 AM
You can gifure the rest of the story out. Apparently it's difficult to get another boolit in the hole when there's a bear wanting to kick the krap out of you.
:chuckle:
Post by: Wazukie on March 03, 2011, 07:45:49 AM
I have a funny story regarding a #1, a charging black bear and a guy wishing that #1 wasn't a single shot.That's why I carry my revolver when I hunt with mine. Believe it or not, you can jack another shell in pretty fast when you have to.
You can gifure the rest of the story out. Apparently it's difficult to get another boolit in the hole when there's a bear wanting to kick the krap out of you.
:chuckle:
Post by: wastickslinger on March 03, 2011, 07:46:07 AM
I have a funny story regarding a #1, a charging black bear and a guy wishing that #1 wasn't a single shot.
You can gifure the rest of the story out. Apparently it's difficult to get another boolit in the hole when there's a bear wanting to kick the krap out of you.
:chuckle:
I always try to have a more positive outlook on life. Like, it would be better than trying to stuff a muzzleloader or knock another arrow. :chuckle: If i had a bear charging me I would forget how to work a bolt action too. :chuckle:
Post by: MuleySniper on March 03, 2011, 08:00:34 AM
It was made in the mid eighties,I am sure it has had some trigger work done plus the forarm has been bedded.
Not a bad strait up trade for a tang safety bull barrel ruger 77 22-250 :chuckle: I thought any way
280
NICE! Yeah, it's getting tough to find a good No.1 anymore for less than $800. I scored on my .270 wby about three years ago. Actually bought it from a member here. I don't think I even made it home before he emailed me asking me if I ever decided to sell it to call him first. It was a good deal three years ago, a SMOKIN deal today. I think they quit making it in 270 wby. in 1990.
MS
Post by: MuleySniper on March 03, 2011, 08:03:10 AM
I have a funny story regarding a #1, a charging black bear and a guy wishing that #1 wasn't a single shot.
You can gifure the rest of the story out. Apparently it's difficult to get another boolit in the hole when there's a bear wanting to kick the krap out of you.
:chuckle:
I always try to have a more positive outlook on life. Like, it would be better than trying to stuff a muzzleloader or knock another arrow. :chuckle: If i had a bear charging me I would forget how to work a bolt action too. :chuckle:
Id rather have my No.1 than one of those stinkin muzzleloaders anyday :chuckle: Tried that route last year...Not my cup of tea :chuckle:
Post by: 280win on March 03, 2011, 08:20:27 AM
not much of a chance for a charge :chuckle:
280
Post by: AWS on March 03, 2011, 08:55:46 AM
AWS
Post by: throttlejocky20 on March 03, 2011, 05:30:59 PM
Post by: GWP on April 07, 2011, 12:53:09 AM
I like my T/C's for most things, but it is like any other gun, got to keep trying ammo until you find what makes 'em happy.
Post by: Guy on April 07, 2011, 05:37:18 AM
Good looking rifles that handle well and are generally accurate, although some seem to need some tuning to bring out the best in them. I've had four over the years, down to just a .375 H&H now. Very pleasant shooting for such a big cartridge. Hammered a bear with it last fall.
Regards, Guy
Post by: scoutsniper17 on April 07, 2011, 09:48:45 PM
Post by: sakoshooter on April 08, 2011, 11:26:49 AM
I have a #1 in 220 swift,took a little work at the reloading bench to find a good load for it.Also had to float the forend,put on a Kiplinger trigger,a Vortex 6.5-20x50 and put the "secret" tuning screw to tune the barrel...now it shoots like a champ.Pushing 52 grain hornady bthp at 3800 fps and punching 5 shot 3/4" groups.NICE!Hated it at first cause it just would not shoot like I figured it would but after a little time and patience,wouldn't trade it for anything.
Would you explain the 'tuning screw' for us please.
Post by: demontang on April 08, 2011, 11:50:23 AM
Post by: scoutsniper17 on April 08, 2011, 06:38:45 PM
I have a #1 in 220 swift,took a little work at the reloading bench to find a good load for it.Also had to float the forend,put on a Kiplinger trigger,a Vortex 6.5-20x50 and put the "secret" tuning screw to tune the barrel...now it shoots like a champ.Pushing 52 grain hornady bthp at 3800 fps and punching 5 shot 3/4" groups.NICE!Hated it at first cause it just would not shoot like I figured it would but after a little time and patience,wouldn't trade it for anything.
Would you explain the 'tuning screw' for us please.
You bet..by a tuning screw I mean this......You drill a hole through the forend,near the back end in the center,use a hex head screw and a threaded insert.Turn the screw up into the insert until it makes contact with the barrel,now you have a tuning screw.By making slight tension adjustments you can in a sense "tune" the barrel my increasing or decreasing pressure and effecting the harmonics.It works for me and if not for the fact that my grandfather has been shooting #1's for an eternity, I would have had no idea about this.Hope that answered ur question.
Oops forgot to mention that you have to drill and tap the block that the barrel rests on underneath the back end of the forend
Post by: GWP on April 08, 2011, 11:48:57 PM
Post by: sakoshooter on April 11, 2011, 01:05:20 AM
Post by: jackelope on April 12, 2011, 02:21:59 PM
All this talk got me to thinking about them again. Then I ran into one in .357 mag. Hmmm. Push the chamber out for .357 MAX, toss my 14 power mil dot on it, and then,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Bellm is doing that with .357 mag Encore barrels currently...
Perty cool setup I bet.
Post by: Ridgeratt on April 12, 2011, 02:30:56 PM
All this talk got me to thinking about them again. Then I ran into one in .357 mag. Hmmm. Push the chamber out for .357 MAX, toss my 14 power mil dot on it, and then,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Does this ruger have CHP stamped on the flat's?
Post by: 44 Flattop on April 12, 2011, 08:49:11 PM
I also have a #1 in 45-70 that is fantastically accurate. Unlike the 25-06 it will shoot just about any bullet, cast or jacketed, at any velocity, accurately. Even at .45 caliber, breaking 1 moa is no big deal.
44
Post by: GWP on April 12, 2011, 11:58:40 PM
http://www.gunsamerica.com/961212614/Guns/Rifles/Ruger-Rifles/1-Type/LNIB_1_A_Ruger_CHP_Ltd_Ed_357_Ma.htm (http://www.gunsamerica.com/961212614/Guns/Rifles/Ruger-Rifles/1-Type/LNIB_1_A_Ruger_CHP_Ltd_Ed_357_Ma.htm)
Kind of pricey for me at $1100 buy it now, but it would probably be a fun one.
Post by: jackelope on April 13, 2011, 10:22:06 AM