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John, late back into this thread, but it seems to me that my 24 DL had that Williams peep on it when I got it from my buddy and I assume it was d&t at some point for the installation. The 24 is back home in the safe or I could look at that sight to see if there is a number on it, but I think that it was made specifically for the 24 because the bottom is recessed to mount low to the receiver.
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John, late back into this thread, but it seems to me that my 24 DL had that Williams peep on it when I got it from my buddy and I assume it was d&t at some point for the installation. The 24 is back home in the safe or I could look at that sight to see if there is a number on it, but I think that it was made specifically for the 24 because the bottom is recessed to mount low to the receiver.
Okay, thank you. Not sure if I want to drill and tap it but will check with a gunsmith and see what my options are. If i’m ever able to find a sight. I thought about setting it up for a red dot scope but the stamp on the barrel stating not to use the shotgun barrel with a scope changed my mind. Anyway, I appreciate your input. John
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I just noticed (it hadn’t occurred to me to check before) that the front band on CCI MiniMag bullets is being partially engraved by the rifling upon chambering, as with a match chamber. Along with barrel rigidity, the type of chamber is likely to have played a significant role in this outcome:
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i would try some .22 lr eley hollow points too. my 24 DL shoots the winchester 22 magnum very well. i have harvested a lot of game with it. turkey including a giant goulds; fox , javelina, and 50-60 coyotes. most of the coyotes were called in close and taken with the 20 gauge and number 3 buck. i just found some buckshot that is 3TTT, 26 pellets.
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This Savage 24 was “like new” when I got it. Judging from all the beater 24s I’ve seen at gun shows, it seems that many a farm kid thought a 24 was also useful as shovel and pry bar, perhaps without ever realizing its true accuracy potential.
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J23, The condition of your 24 appears similar to mine, and could maybe produce similar 50 yard results. So, I’ve been eagerly waiting for you to post a target photo. How ‘bout it?
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Here’s how much this 24’s rifling engraves a CCI SGB bullet upon chambering: Anyone else getting similar driving band engraving?
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The Savages with the full length brazed barrels generally shoot better than the ones that are only joined at the breech and by a barrel band at the muzzle. That said, my 24V in 222 will consistently do 1.5 moa if I give it time between shots.
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The Savage 24, as pictured and discussed above (but without scope), is looking for a new home with someone who can appreciate its condition and capabilities. If you’re that someone, please PM me.
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I've owned a few Savage 24s, some so old that they didn't come with serial numbers, in both rimfire and centerfire, .410 and 20 gauge, configurations.
The rimfires have generally shot better groups than the centerfires, even more so when the barrels get a little warm. I have, or had, a 24V in 222/20 that would consistently put the first shot from a cold rifle barrel dead center in the bullseye, but would sent all subsequent about 6" away, always in random directions, so you couldn't anticipate the change and aim accordingly.
I have a 24 in 22M/410 that I really like to carry while woods loafing. It even shoots OK with .22 LR ammo if I use one of MCACE's chamber inserts. A .410 with Brenneke slugs is probably adequate for animals up to 80 lbs. and more accurate in anything that I've shot them in than any with Foster style slugs. I weigh a lot more than 80 lbs. and wouldn't want to get shot with a Brenneke slug from a .410. Combination guns walk as they get warm. It's just a fact. that happens with almost any rifle
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This guy’s pleased to be on his way to his new home in Arizona. An absolutely outstanding performer, but the time had come to say goodbye. It’s a harsh reality that, except for some handguns, a guy can only shoot one gun at a time. With limited time available to devote to each individual, the herd really needed a bit of thinning. But, it can still be a bit traumatizing to cull dearly admired specimens which just aren’t getting used as often as they deserve.
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This guy’s pleased to be on his way to his new home in Arizona. An absolutely outstanding performer, but the time had come to say goodbye. It’s a harsh reality that, except for some handguns, a guy can only shoot one gun at a time. With limited time available to devote to each individual, the herd really needed a bit of thinning. But, it can still be a bit traumatizing to cull dearly loved specimens which just aren’t getting used as often as they deserve. A wise man once told me that only a fool falls in love with anything that can't love him back.
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A wise man once told me that only a fool falls in love with anything that can't love him back. A very good point. So, I changed the word to “admired.”
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A wise man once told me that only a fool falls in love with anything that can't love him back. A very good point. So, I changed the word to “admired.” No disrespect intended
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Don't be silly. You made a very good point. Precision in language use is important.
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