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Loading and shooting the no-turn 220 Beggs (aka Lapua 220 Russian) The question often comes up as to whether or not a no-turn neck shoots as well as a tight neck. I suppose one would have to say, 'It depends.' Yes, it depends on the quality of the brass case and the design of the chamber...

Experienced benchresters will tell you that keeping the rifle in tune throughout the day as atmospheric conditions change is the biggest challenge the short-range group shooter faces. So, just what is it that makes the rifle go out of tune? Simple! The bullets begin to exit the muzzle at the...

Well, actually not such a big problem but rather something you should know if you have built a rifle chambered in either of these cartridges. :rolleyes: Yes, in my never ending effort to make everything perfect and please everyone, I inadvertently introduced a piece of tooling that would...

There has been a lot of discussion about the importance of good ignition in rimfire rifles but I don't recall anyone saying anything about how to determine when a spring needs to be replaced. Is there a specific minimum weight when the spring is relaxed? Fully compressed? Is there a special...

for those who have been patiently awaiting arrival of the new Hornady/Beggs sizing dies; they're here! :D genebeggs@cableone.net

Much to my dismay, I underestimated demand for the Hornady 220/6mmBeggs sizing die. The first batch sold out quickly. I doubled the second order but they sold out quicker than I anticipated and I'm presently out of stock. A third production run is in the works as we speak and will be...

This subject has been covered many times in depth here on the forum. I can't add much to what has already been said, but I've developed a trick or two of my own that I would like to share with you. After a comment I made yesterday, several asked me to describe my method of chambering, so here...

Today, I ground a new lathe tool out of 3/8" Rex 95. I ground in the seven degree relief under the leading edge then ground the point relief less than ninety degrees so it would get up into corners. When it came time to grind the chip breaker, I wondered how it would work if I just left the...

It's official! :D The Beggs Ultralite stock is now officially approved for use in both IBS and NBRSA sactioned competition. Who said innovation is dead in benchrest? :eek: :) Not hardly.:D Gene Beggs

Guys with the expertise we have here on BR Central, I'm sure someone can advise me on this. :) I have always been keenly interested in sharpening knives, cutters, twist drills etc. Recently, I have been studying twist drills and drill sharpening equipment. Wow, what a plethora of info there...

Yes guys, I made a big mistake in the way I tried to explain how changes in air density affect our rifle's tune. :o Now don't take what I'm saying out of context; it's not that I was wrong about what's happening, but I made a mistake by mentioning the column of air in the barrel and the fact...

Jeff, I'm sorry you gave up on the indexing thread; I was working on a lengthy response and explanation of how and why it works. I understand why it is easy to become discouraged. Let's try again. There are many who would be interested in the discussion. :) Gene Beggs

The question is often asked, "Can the Rem 700 be made to reliably feed the BR and PPC rounds?" Answer? Yes sir! Mike Bryant of Wheeler, TX has worked out a slick solution. :D Go to 6mmbr.com and click on the "Technical Articles" icon and scroll down to the very bottom of the page. There in...

For those of you who have followed the history of the 220 and 6mm Beggs cartridges, I thought I would update you on what has transpired. Before going into detail, I will say right up front, "Both cartridges have exceeded my expectations; especially, the 6mm Beggs!" :D If you have only recently...

That should bring 'em outta' the woodwork; huh? ;) The recent thread, "For You Ballisticians" initiated by Richard Fast (Model14) was most interesting and informative. :) The number of views suggests there is great interest in the subject of crosswinds and their effect on bullets. Thanks to...

Just finished a new Turbo/Beggs rimfire. The little rifle is sweet and shoots great! It features the aluminum Ultralite stock, Jewell trigger, Shilen ratchet barrel and Beggs tuner. Having tried both the coned breech and extractor groove type, I have decided the remainder of my rifles will...

When fitting and chambering a barrel, it is common practice to use a thickness gauge to measure the gap between the receiver face and barrel tenon shoulder to obtain proper headspace. Some actions such as the Stolle Teddy have a recessed receiver face which prevents one from using this method...

The question I hear most often about the Ultralite is, "Beggs, I notice your forend bolts directly to the barrel; doesn't that mess up the barrel harmonics, and what about bore distortion from those bolts?" A rifle built on the Beggs Ultralite stock shoots and tunes exactly the same as...

The more I study these little rimfire actions the more convinced I become; rimfire is different! :eek: But you knew that; didn't you? ;) :) For example, :rolleyes: removing the firing pin assembly from the Turbo bolt is not quite as simple as a Remington. I didn't even know where to begin and...

It has been a busy and exciting week at the tunnel in West Texas. It was a pleasure and an honor to have as my guests, Arnold Jewell and Wayne Young. Arnold and I have been friends for more than 36 years, sharing a love of both flying and shooting. We met in 1973 at the Midland International...