Ross m10.. final update on post 37

[RossRifleNut]

Hi RRN. LC mark indicates a modified rifle overseas to the 'new' enlarged chamber. The 'E' was stamped on the barrels of new rifles that were made AFTER it was decided to enlarge the chamber. In other words the 'E' indicates enlarged chamber as made at the factory. JOHN

Makes sense. Since this thread started I realized one of mine has that 'E' it's a 1916 production. Although the chamber is still tighter than an Enfield so it's probably not as bad as the 'LC' marked ones.

 

[slug]

You should measure some cases, before and after to see how much expansion there is.

As well, you could consider diamond lapping the bore. It's simple and cheap. You have nothing to lose at this point, and you may end up with satisfactory hunting accuracy.

 

[icehunter121]

You should measure some cases, before and after to see how much expansion there is.

As well, you could consider diamond lapping the bore. It's simple and cheap. You have nothing to lose at this point, and you may end up with satisfactory hunting accuracy.

An where would a peasant find this diamond lapping compound?

 

[icehunter121]

I'll wager the rust deposits are no longer sitting proud in the bore. You may find it cleans up better than before. Its close to impossible to get a pitted bore fully clean, and also a waste of time as the bore will foul just as quickly after shooting it again. However, if the bore is tight (Rosses generally are) it should shoot reasonably well.

I tried something last weekend on a Enfield. I took a old bore brush and rod and dipped the brush in bluing and rust remover ( Birchwood casey) Gave it 5 strokes and a 5 minute wait. I did this 3 times and hit the bore with hot water. Took a lot of the low rust out of it that 20 rounds fired didnt clear out. It was from a deal I got took on in the EE and was supposed to have a good bore,but didn't. While not 100 % it was a step in the right direction.

 

[icehunter121]

Run some Flitz down the bore, enough to haze the whole length. Let it dry (looks like chalk) then run another soft, clean patch back and forward quickly down the bore. Repeat as necessary. Flitz is actually the mildest abrasive you can buy, and is considered safe for rifle bores.

I have thought of that,i might be able to get Flitz in town. I do have some autosol here also. But I don't know if that will help or all it will do is shine up the bore somewhat but the rust will still be present.

 

[diopter]

Use the Autosol. Pretty much the same.

 

[slug]

An where would a peasant find this diamond lapping compound?

In my basement.

Send me a PM if you would like to try it.