In my ongoing effort to broaden my firearms horizons, I have been reading up on subjects I have little knowledge of. Offhand: 1.8 minutes per shot including sighting and fouling shots, a 10 minute sighting in period from the bench will be allowed. 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. If the number of shooters exceeds the number of firing positions available, flights will be assigned prior to firing the match. The barrel and receiver has a mostly brown receiver. WebIt is a firearm with an unusual name, and an unusual appearance to go with it. The normal weight used in the past was 130-135 grains, and this is certainly a good place to start. Schuetzen Rifles: History and Loadings is on Amazon only as a used book at several times the cover price, so if you would like a copy, I would recommend a black powder supplier like the Buffalo Arms Company, who has if for $13.95. Antique Maynard No. Ed Yost's First prototype rifle was a .22 rimfire caliber with a Douglas barrel. The case is actually pretty large, but not large enough to have a lot of air space. 15 Target Model. We do not recommend the use of stainless steel barrels, as they cannot be blued, foul more, and have a shorter accuracy life. Brass is available mostly from Bertram, although others have made it in the last few years. 11.2 It is the competitor's responsibility to have full knowledge of the rules under which the match is fired and to be familiar with the program. #1202A ZISHANG MARLIN BALLARD SCHUETZEN RIFLE, 32-40, SN 17XX, 30 tapered oct. 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. 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. When Ballard originally developed the .32-40 it was supposed to be a combination hunting and target cartridge. D. Targets may not be removed until the challenge period has ended. bbl., gun is all original except for forearm, looks like a later replacement, made very long almost to the muzzle with deep perch belly in the middle, #3174A SCHOYEN STEVENS MODEL 52 44 TARGET RIFLE, 33 40, 30 heavy oct. STEVENS IDEAL REMOVEABLE SIDE PLATE MODEL IN 32-35 STEVENS, MADE 1893-94, 28 PART ROUND PART OCTAGON BARREL, NICE BORE WITH JUST A LITTLE SCATTERED LIGHT PITTING, BARREL FINISH TURNING BROWN WI, shoots and works fine vg bore 90% original blue has normal stress cracks in the stock see pictures seem like, "Single shot rifle manufactured in the 1880's. In stock. WebSchuetzen Flobert Parlor Rifle .22 short Belgian Origin Description: Up for your consideration is this stunning Belgian Flobert action rifle. Lever with block of wood grooved for each finger. Back to Top, .33-40 Sometimes called the .33-47, this caliber is merely the .32-40 with .338 groove rifling. Back to Top, .25-20 SINGLE SHOT Stevens called this one the 25-20, not noting the .25 WCF as a valid case. with a BSA 6-24 scope Beautiful looking stock. 10.4 Since the firing line must be under the supervision of competent personnel at all times, the Schuetzenmeister or his assistants are permitted to fire in the matches only when temporarily relieved of their duties by other competent personnel. The barrel is fitted with a false muzzle, and guide starter to provide best accuracy with a tightly fitted lead bullet. 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. WebIt was produced in most popular calibers from .22 rimfire through various .50 calibers and was even offered as a 20-gauge shotgun. Barrel groove diameter will vary by maker, and the Douglas run from .318" to .320". JD Jones .950 JDJ cartridge is a generally described as the largest sporting rifle cartridge ever produced, producing more energy than even the 4-bore cartridges that match it in bore diameter. 8.4 Benchrest: This is a means for securing maximum accuracy with rifles and pistols. 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. These guns were typically offered in a wide range of calibers and configurations and appealed to both target shooters (in mid-range calibers like the .32 and .38 and also hunters and frontiersmen in larger .45 calibers. This case ends up short about .04 or so, but seems to work OK. Stevens No. WebThis Schuetzen rifle is made for long range offhand match shooting. 90% BLUE WITH SOME FRECKLING. Back to Top, .32 MILLER SHORT Although some great targets have been shot with this caliber we are no longer recommending it because of the difficulty forming brass. Back to Top, .22 LOVELL 2R This old time varmint cartridge was developed in the 1930s by simply necking down the .25-20 Single Shot to .22 caliber, and blowing out the case somewhat. The newer target single shots are using a 1 turn in 14" twist to stabilize the longer spitzer bullets. There is also a $1 fee for each target, with all the fees above cost of the targets returned as prize money. 2.1 In the scope bench and scope offhand events, scopes may be changed, be variable or have changeable eyepieces. This email address is being protected from spambots. Another powder often used is 4759, which seems to work best with an overpowder wad. B, STEVENS FAVORITE { NO SALES TO CALIFORNIN or to ILLINOIS $500 + $40 Shipping to yoyr FFL DEALER.This is the take-down model Caliber 25-STEVENS, full length octagon barre, STEVENS FAVORITE DROP BLOCK 22 LONG RIFLE SINGLE SHOT BARREL 1/2 ROUND HALF OCTAGON WOOD AND METAL VERY GOOD NO PITTING OR RUST, WOOD EXCELLENT WANT TO PURCHASE CALL SHOP 716-941-394, Arguably one of the Stevens Arms groups best collectibles. wide, to support arm. WebRemington-Hepburn No. Equipped with a 30 inch octagon #4 weight barrel, Winchester scope mount, front sight and clean bore. D. If two shooters are sharing equipment during a match or relay, additional time may be allocated if requested by one of the shooters sharing equipment. The competitor having the greatest number of center shots in the event will be ranked higher. It is possible to shoot .38 Special loads from this chamber. Our rifles available are in most common traditional calibers, and a partial list of our reamers follows. Such additional shots must be fired from the same position as the record string and must be on a separate practice target. 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. 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. It does not offer any improvement over a rimfire in the field, but is interesting as the smallest reloadable case. Bore still has visible rifling and remains bright. Accuracy is not a problem, except for the cost of the best ammunition. 1985. It offers considerable velocity increase over the factory load. It is possible to use Lyman 224438 or equivalent, omitting the gas check. The .32-40 WCF, Darling of the Schuetzen Game. We suggest using a .224 barrel with 14 twist rather than a 16 version as there are many more bullets that can be used. German Schuetzen Rifle 8.15X46 caliber, 30" octagonal barrel with groove top for sights, rear tang sight and notched front sight. The normal load uses Accurate Arms #9 powder, and you may find that the load must be tailored to the weather. These are good bullets for small game that will be eaten, as the bullets cast of Linotype will not expand significantly. Also features the scarce Laudensack style buttplate. 8.1 The positions authorized for use shall be stated in the program, under the conditions of the match and shall be in accordance with the definitions of positions prescribed in this section. C. Preassignments to a flight in a match will be based on the latest three year average of the shooters scores at the International Schuetzenfest, or an ISSA regional match if the shooter has no International match scores, within the past five years. Guns Listing ID: 714069This rifle is in shooter condition and great example of guns from the past. 51 Schuetzen ~ .28-30 Stevens, BEAUTIFUL STEVENS LADIES MODEL 47 ENGRAVED RIFLE, Stevens "Favorite" Model 1915 in .32 Long, INTERESTING CASED STEVENS IDEAL NUMBER 44 TWO BARREL SINGLE SHOT RIFLE, J. Stevens ~ No. Mfg 50% of the original blueing remains. From the markings the 7,7 may mean it was originally in 7.7 mm (about .311 caliber). 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] That was written at the end of the 19th century, and Manns barrels for his experiments were made by Harry Pope the accuracy gunsmith of the time. Time will not be allowed for rifle repairs, sight adjustment or searching for equipment after relay time has started. The scoring crew will use the leaded edge of the bullet hole rather than plugs, etc. WebMaynard Schuetzen Target Rifle 32-35 Maynard Caliber. 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. Th, This beautiful Stevens Falling Block rifle was manufactured in Chicopee Falls Mass. Sure, it may be a little wind sensitive, but the Schuetzen boys are using heavy cast spitzer bullets to good effect, and are experts at doping the wind. 44 rifle in .22 Short. 414 Armory ~ .22 Long Rifle, STEVENS IDEAL LADIES MODEL SINGLE SHOT RIFLE IN 22 SHORT, STEVENS FAVORITE DROP BLOCK 22 LONG RIFLE VERY GOOD BORE, J.Stevens ~ Crack Shot - 26 ~ .22 Long Rifle, STEVENS, J., ARMS COMPANY new model pocket rifle, Rare Stevens Model High Power 425 Lever Action 35 Remington caliber, Stevens Engraved Model 52-44 Schuetzen Rifle, Stevens Rolling Block .32 Rim Fire Long Rifle, STEVENS MODEL 44 FALLING BLOCK SINGLE SHOT .25-20. The gun still shoots. A. B. 7.7 Excessive hits/ all matches: if more than the required number of hits appear on a target and cannot be identified by caliber, the score will be composed of the required number of hits of the lowest score. A very compact, takedown lever-action single shot .22 rifle. Buttstock with checkered wrist, plain forearm. 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. 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. Very good plus overall condition. A. Benchrest: 3 minutes per shot including sighting and fouling shots for both rifle and pistol. 8.7 In the benchrest, the front stand and the rear support must be able to be freely lifted form the bench and the rifle must be able to be lifted from the rest freely with the rest remaining in contact with the supporting bench top. Originally made from the overbore .25-25 Stevens, the .25-21 was more successful and more common. This is my preferred way of disseminating Results Bulletins and other pertinent communications. 1.4 Stocks must be constructed of wood and of two-piece construction, where the butt stock and forearm are not joined but independent and separate. Commentdocument.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a5cf6fca424b0cc2edaac051c0a091e5" );document.getElementById("f4f0d58121").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Here is the con. Receiver and butt plate have most of their original nickel plating with flaking. 1985. You can even use black powder, a recommended load being 9.5 grains of FFFG with 50 0r 55 grain bullet. 7.10 Measurement of groups: in matches fired for group size rather than score, group's measurement will be taken between the center of the shots farthest apart. Back to Top, .22 WINCHESTER RIMFIRE MAGNUM This is an interesting sporting caliber, offering more power than the Long Rifle with very acceptable accuracy. The finish is worn throughout the gun. Velocities can be higher than the 1350 fps favored by the .32-40, so try a little heat. "Single shot rifle with heavy 24"" barrel. When pushed to such velocities, the .28 has a very distinctive crack when fired. While this actually a semi-rimmed caliber, it seems to work fine with our rifles, and is one the most popular varmint calibers. The falling block action has an "S" sh, Stevens 52 three-barrel set. We recommend .224 barrels with 14 twist. It discusses many of the techniques of the time, and looks at the factors affecting accuracy. 1 1873 Handbook of Industry, Vol. The stocks are in very good condition. The low-walls were made in three different frame dimensions, and were essentially a high-wall frame milled to low-wall dimensions, with slightly reduced tang dimensions. For those who havent heard the term before, Schuetzen was (is) basically the late 19th-century equivalent of todays Free Rifle competition. var addy724287331cf2bc5c59f7cde790c4052a = 'chrisrgtensen' + '@'; P.A. The Thurmont Conservation & Sportsman's Club is one of the best equipped in the region. 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 our rifles and factory Stevens, seating can be done most effectively and rapidly with a plugged case, making a mechanical seater both unnecessary and undesirable. A. 6. Naturally, this brass is marked .32-40 WIN even though it is a Ballard & Marlin invention. All die manufacturers still offer .32-40 dies, so the cartridge is not as dead as some writers would have us believe. Globe front sight and folding tang sight. Back to Top. This gun features unusual XXX deluxe wood with no checkering. This is the best way to reach us. This is too small a case for silhouette, and it use is very restricted by its size. Failure to check scores or call attention to any errors within the time limit forfeits the right to challenge. Serial number Q155. Following that, Kelver has brief chapters on some prominent western gunsmiths Carlos Gove, John P Lower, George Schoyen, AW Peterson, Frank and George Freund, George Schalk, AO Zischang, Adolph Nieder, W Milton Farrow, and, of course, Harry M Pope. If it strikes you as artistic but impractical or just not particularly interesting, then you should probably pass on Kelvers work. 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. 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