ICMDEER
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MM friends,
I'm pondering building a new muzz rifle. What I'd really like is a 40 caliber with a long barrel. It's got to use full-diameter bullets because of Colorado. And open sights; likely a tang/peep set-up.
Here's what I am thinking about doing:
Buy a used 50 caliber muzz with a 209 in-line ignition.
Put a LONG - maybe 36" barrel on it.
Get one of the custom bullet mold guys to make me a mold for a 40 caliber bullet that is as light and efficient as possible.
What are your thoughts? I know that most guys here shoot the 91's for distance, but most of you also shoot elk. I'm a deer only guy and have three 50's I can use for elk. I feel like a 40 will be more efficient and better for the places I'll go deer hunting. I want something that will allow me to stretch it as far as possible for above timberline bucks in the early season.
No need to be too critical, but please let me know your thoughts. I realize I might be chasing a rainbow, but it is worth considering. Wish Thor and Hornady would make 40 caliber bullets, or even 45's would help.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
Jim
I'm pondering building a new muzz rifle. What I'd really like is a 40 caliber with a long barrel. It's got to use full-diameter bullets because of Colorado. And open sights; likely a tang/peep set-up.
Here's what I am thinking about doing:
Buy a used 50 caliber muzz with a 209 in-line ignition.
Put a LONG - maybe 36" barrel on it.
Get one of the custom bullet mold guys to make me a mold for a 40 caliber bullet that is as light and efficient as possible.
What are your thoughts? I know that most guys here shoot the 91's for distance, but most of you also shoot elk. I'm a deer only guy and have three 50's I can use for elk. I feel like a 40 will be more efficient and better for the places I'll go deer hunting. I want something that will allow me to stretch it as far as possible for above timberline bucks in the early season.
No need to be too critical, but please let me know your thoughts. I realize I might be chasing a rainbow, but it is worth considering. Wish Thor and Hornady would make 40 caliber bullets, or even 45's would help.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
Jim