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Old June 8, 2000, 12:47 PM   #2
sundog
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Join Date: November 22, 1999
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Okay, Cliff, let's see if I can help a little. While I do not consider myself an "expert" on the M1, I do shoot one regularly in matches. I read the link. Here's the deal, it's not chamber pressure or velocity that kills M1's, it peak pressure and curve. The gas port is at the muzzle, and using the wrong powder(usually too slow) or charge will result in too high pressure at the port, thus damaging the op rod, and possible other parts. I reload all my ammo, and I am very careful not to exceed published standards, which btw, will make these fine old gals sing just fine (I consistently shoot expert). I suggest you get a copy of the NRA Pamphlet on the M1 which is a series of reprinted articles. Contained therein is one article that deals exclusively with load data. It will help. As far as factory loads, can't help, sorry. I roll my own. sundog
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