tedicast Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 I got my 45/70 Encore barrel back from Precision RifleWorks today. David cut the barrel down to 18" and installed one of his "Maximizer", 3" aluminum brakes, which he bead blasted to match the finish of the stainless barrel. He also modified my Leupold Dual Dovetail base to a 6 screw setup. He also did some finish work on the throat of the barrel. I mounted a 3x9x40 Nikon ProStaff scope, in med height rings. I am so happy with the way this gun feels. It has none of the muzzle heavy characteristics that my 209x50 barrel has. David did a great job on everything. Plus, he is in Mississippi, and I am in Connecticut. I sent him this barrel on Sat. Jan 21st, and recieved it back today the 27th. That is quick service!!! Here are some pics of the gun... Here are a couple close ups of the brake.... and here is a close up of the modified base... Tommorow I have to go see if I can find some 45/70 ammo, and hopefully I will get to shoot it on Sunday. I can't wait. David told me to expect recoil similar to that of a .243. I will update this after I shoot it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Colorado Bob Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics Better wear ear plugs & ear muffs. That thing just looks LOUD. Welcome to the "Big-Bore" club. LOL--sometimes it may be a 2" group but it will be a 1 Holer !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
okbowman Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics Sweet, you've got some money in that thing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTbowman Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics Man that thing is SWEET!!!! Gotta love those Encores and there cuistomability. 45/70 feeling like a .243 sound fun. I must ditto the hearing protection factor though. One thing about shooting ANY muzzle brake. You will only do it once without hearing protection. LOL JMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedicast Posted January 28, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics [ QUOTE ] 45/70 feeling like a .243 sound fun. [/ QUOTE ] I have a feeling it is gonna still kick more then the .243. He has to be exagerating. I just can't see that 3" brake eating up that much recoil. I'll let you know tomorrow, I just picked up some ammo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTbowman Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics I dunno. I had a buddie who had a brake on his 300 mag and it felt like nothing. WAY less then a 30.06 IMHO so he may not be far off the mark. Let us know and I wanna see shot up paper pics too. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedicast Posted January 28, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics Thats good to hear Shawn. Just looking at the 45/70 cartridge, looks like they are gonna hurt...lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics [ QUOTE ] I had a buddie who had a brake on his 300 mag and it felt like nothing. WAY less then a 30.06 IMHO so he may not be far off the mark. [/ QUOTE ] but, there is a big difference in a 60,000 cup 300 Win Mag and a 40,000 cup 45-70. The higher the pressure, the more effective the compensator is. It will definately help cut the recoil, but to a 243 level is pushing it a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
too_pointer Posted January 29, 2006 Report Share Posted January 29, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics That looks great I will be waiting for the results. I haven't shot my 25-06 yet either, can't wait , it should be a pleasure to shoot also, ( I hope ). too_ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTbowman Posted January 29, 2006 Report Share Posted January 29, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics Sooooooooo???? Hows it shoot??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedicast Posted January 29, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics [ QUOTE ] Sooooooooo???? Hows it shoot??? [/ QUOTE ] Welllllll.........My local range doesn't open to the public untill 12 on Sunday. I had a pretty good "honey do" list this morning. I just got finished up with everything, and now it's pouring out!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTbowman Posted January 29, 2006 Report Share Posted January 29, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics Your skairt aren't you? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedicast Posted January 29, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics [ QUOTE ] Your skairt aren't you? LOL [/ QUOTE ] Nope...not scared at all. Kinda upset actually. Not sure if I'm gonna be able to do it next weekend as we may still be going down to the outdoor show in Harrisburg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTbowman Posted January 29, 2006 Report Share Posted January 29, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics I feel your pain. I too want to shoot and something always seems to get in the way of it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unioncountyslayer Posted January 30, 2006 Report Share Posted January 30, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics tedicast, do you mind me asking what something like that costs? That is very impressive gunsmithship (if that's a word LOL). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedicast Posted January 30, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics [ QUOTE ] tedicast, do you mind me asking what something like that costs? That is very impressive gunsmithship (if that's a word LOL). [/ QUOTE ] I supplied the barrel, ($239), and the Leupold base ($16). It cost my $15 to ship the barrel to him.He shortened the barrel to 18". He made and installed the brake, bead blasted it to match the barrel finish, modified the base, and drilled and tapped the 2 extra holes in the barrel, and he did some throat work on the barrel, and shipped it back to me for $160. Here is a link to his website. You can see some of his prices, and services he offers. Precision RifleWorks Here is a link to his forum... Precision RifleWorks forum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unioncountyslayer Posted January 31, 2006 Report Share Posted January 31, 2006 Re: 45/70 Encore w/pics Thanks for the info! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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