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AkMike
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The BIG Kid on the Block
#69283 - 11/01/07 07:16 AM

Check out this one. A .730 double rifle!

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=63565890

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Double_Trouble
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: AkMike]
#69284 - 11/01/07 07:47 AM

I see that the three folding leaves of the express sight aren't filed yet .... I dont think I'd want to be the one to dial that bad boy in either!

DT

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tinker
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: Double_Trouble]
#69285 - 11/01/07 08:02 AM

Looks funny to me.

What's the donor action?

That kind of money is better spent elsewhere

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hoppdoc
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: tinker]
#69286 - 11/01/07 08:21 AM

Beautiful Rifle!!

Bet the recoil would csuse a change in consciousness like a religious experience!!

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500grains
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: hoppdoc]
#69287 - 11/01/07 08:25 AM

They put a scope on it???

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Double_Trouble
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: 500grains]
#69288 - 11/01/07 08:46 AM

500,,,,
yeah but nothing ridiculous.... probably just a fixed 12X

DT

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mickey
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: Double_Trouble]
#69290 - 11/01/07 09:04 AM

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Custom made Lou Alessandri double rifle. 730 nitro express. Shells, bullets and reloading equipment custom made as well. Gun was tested by Jim Carmichel of Outdoor Life Magazine. This is THE PROTOTYPE. No. 1 built.

Prototype. You mean there may be more?

Looks like a Parker with sideplates.

There must be an article somewhere about this by Carmichael.

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Dave_Hall
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: Double_Trouble]
#69291 - 11/01/07 09:07 AM

Why? NO one wanted a 700.Why would anyone buy this cartridge if it came out.I think a 600 or the .577 is as big as you need when your in a bad spot.Hell,Mark had a .700 an you never see him toting it around on any vid.Dave

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Double_Trouble
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: mickey]
#69292 - 11/01/07 09:08 AM

I would guess that this is both the prototype and the first production gun.

DT

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tinker
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: Double_Trouble]
#69295 - 11/01/07 09:50 AM

And the swan song.

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NitroX
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: tinker]
#69300 - 11/01/07 11:53 AM

So why only a .730? A .800 NE sounds much better.

What sort of loads were shot in it? Anyone know? I note it says custom made reloading equipment, and components are with the purchase.

We should invite the seller to drop in here and tell us about it.

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NitroX
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: NitroX]
#69301 - 11/01/07 11:56 AM

Description for Item # 63565890

Custom made Lou Alessandri double rifle. 730 nitro express. Shells, bullets and reloading equipment custom made as well. Gun was tested by Jim Carmichel of Outdoor Life Magazine. This is THE PROTOTYPE. No. 1 built.

Seller antgro53
Location DIGHTON, MA 02715
BRISTOL County

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=63565890

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NitroX
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: NitroX]
#69303 - 11/01/07 12:06 PM

OK I have sent an email to the seller inviting him here.

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mickey
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: NitroX]
#69305 - 11/01/07 12:17 PM

Good, I hope he comes on and doesn't get picked apart.

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Dave_Hall
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: mickey]
#69306 - 11/01/07 12:49 PM

It could be an interresting story.I want to know why he picked 730 as a cal. is it rounded up or down or is it .730.Dave

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NitroX
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: mickey]
#69308 - 11/01/07 12:58 PM

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Good, I hope he comes on and doesn't get picked apart.

That would be very impolite.

It is good to see people trying new things, and it would be interesting to hear how it went, and more details, if the gentleman is willing to join in and tell us.

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tinker
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: NitroX]
#69310 - 11/01/07 01:44 PM

Looks like sleeved 12ga

.730 is right in there at 12ga

Might just be his way of saying 12b rifle...

I wonder how his cartridge compares to the 12FH

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bigdog
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: tinker]
#69317 - 11/01/07 02:21 PM

A little odd, but interesting. I would love to hear details on the gun and the rounds. I hope the maker will share information.

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ChrisO
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: bigdog]
#69341 - 12/01/07 03:04 AM

Hi Guys,
I'm wondoring if its like a 12 Bore Paradox ? On the order of Holland & Hollands new 12 Bore. I like it, the stock is not overly thick or cluby looking. Looks quite elegant to me !
Chris Openbrier

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banzaibird
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: ChrisO]
#69351 - 12/01/07 06:07 AM

The action almost looks like an old Baker.

The works looks first rate. I'd be itnerested to hear in how and what it shoots.

Bill

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BigFiveJack
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: banzaibird]
#70471 - 30/01/07 12:27 PM

I am sure tinker is correct. This is a 12 bore, maybe using 50 BMG brass with a rim threaded on and necked open to .729. He's calling it a .730 just to "round off".

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Tom_H
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Re: The BIG Kid on the Block [Re: BigFiveJack]
#70667 - 02/02/07 11:54 AM

Is that gun a Lefever?
I'm willing to guess it is simply a paradox. If it's using the brass cases, the .730 just might take up the rest of the space as opposed to plastic hulls.

Tom

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Edited by Tom_H (02/02/07 11:57 AM)

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