mr surveyor
Blackhawk
I'm doing a search for anything related to loading for the original 50-70 Government. I have an original 1870 Navy Springfield (it was sportsterized at some time long before my Dad brought it home in the early 60's - barrel and forestock cut about 6 inches) in almost pristine condition. At some point in time I will need to find an experienced smith to slug the barrel and verify the overall condition as being "safe" before I invest any serious money into this one.
I've been researching the basic history of this gun for many years and now am seriously thinking about buying a few rounds to test the gun (after I have someone with real experience check it out). I know I can buy loaded rounds, at similar loads to the original government specs, for about $3.00-3.50 per round and still have the brass.
Just wondering if anyone here can share some information on anything related to the 50-70 Government loads.
So many guns.... so little funds.
surv
I've been researching the basic history of this gun for many years and now am seriously thinking about buying a few rounds to test the gun (after I have someone with real experience check it out). I know I can buy loaded rounds, at similar loads to the original government specs, for about $3.00-3.50 per round and still have the brass.
Just wondering if anyone here can share some information on anything related to the 50-70 Government loads.
So many guns.... so little funds.
surv