Gary,

I'm sure that the Palma bullets came from you....Thanks...I've been saving them for this rifle. Most Pope rifles have a bit of choke in them but I have not measured this one.

The twist rate is 1-14". It looks good now but the test will come at 100-200 yards. This barrel was made in November, 1921. I don't remember how long it is but will go measure it as it's in the vise soaking with No.9. It's 25" long.

I have a really good 30-caliber mould that works well in this rifle so I'll most likley shoot more lead than metal. But first I need to see the target better.

MP Sadly Deceased as of 2/17/2014