William C Chapin

Another round of testing the Lyman 311413 in the 1891 Argentine Engineer Carbine - this time with increased powder charges.

I've always been curious about the "Primer Gate" mentioned in the LEE Pro 1000 instructions. After keeping my eyes open for a press with this feature for quite some time, a rusty example appeared in an eBay auction.

"Unboxing" a contribution from JCM45 - And introducing "Nadia", my Romanian MD.63/G AKM.

"I'd like to see what happens with an extra grain of powder in the carbine" - westcovinadodge A quick V/R to westcovinadodge - it appears that 17.0 grains of Alliant 2400 is on the edge!

Further evaluation the pointy Lyman 311413 cast bullet in 7.65x53 Argentine Mauser, fired at 25 yards from two additional rifles - my 1891 Argentine Long Rifle, and everyone's favorite Argentine Mauser - Dirty Tina.

Evaluating the pointy Lyman 311413 cast bullet in 7.65x53 Argentine Mauser, fired at 25 yards from my 1891 Argentine Engineer Carbine "Strange Blue".

My Son's first venture out by himself in his own set of wheels!

More 100 yard range time with the Kar98k Sporter, and bonus footage of the GSL Technologies Woodland suppressor mounted on my Ruger 10/22 Takedown Lite with the Magpul Backpacker Stock. GSL Woodland footage begins at 32:48.

More of the Kar98k Sporter on its first day at the range - moving back to 100 yards.

The first five shots from a Kar98k Sporter - at 25 yards on a sunny summer day.

I recently purchased a sporterized 98 Mauser - it turns out that it had Weaver Bases for a small-ring Mauser installed!

A quick overview of my Brass Prep and Utility Press Reloading Bench.

My last two videos revolved around loading and testing the LEE C309-150F - comparing tumble lubed and powder coated variations cast by my friend Mark Johnson. I have found it necessary to make a correction and a retraction regarding the content of those videos.

My friend Mark Johnson suggested that I compare powder coated vs. tumble lubed bullets in .30-30 Winchester...he even provided the samples!

My friend Mark Johnson suggested that I compare powder coated vs. tumble lubed bullets in .30-30 Winchester...he even provided the samples!

Testing powder coated Lyman 311041 cast bullets that were sent to me by GunFun ZS in my Savage 340.

Shooting the 1917 Enfield Sporter during the July 2020 Military Rifle Shoot at Hillsdale Rifle Club.

Small defects in the case head surface, and even the headstamp itself, can affect comparator measurements.

Celebrating Independence Day 2020 with my Colt SP1 at the range.

A relaxing, humid evening at the range - practicing with the .45 Colt Ruger Vaquero.

Reloading .270 Winchester on a vintage Lyman Ideal EZY-LOADER.

My Son Alex and I photographed airplanes from the parking garages at Detroit Metro Airport. We pretty much had the place to ourselves - less airplanes than usual, and less people as well.

My friend Art brought a family heirloom rifle to the range today, and was gracious enough to allow us a chance to shoot it!

My Dad, (William P. Chapin) My Son Alex (William A. Chapin) and I spent a good portion of Father's Day at the range. After a couple rounds of skeet, Dad put a few rounds through my M1 Garand.