Mike, The rifle came to me with 35 WCF dies and brass, and they work just as they should. Brass is a bit hard to find, but I had some on hand too since I have another rifle in this chambering. Buffalo Arms used to have 35 WCF brass made from Krag cases, but their source must have dried up. I hope this is the original caliber, but it really doesn't make much difference. I'm happy withe way it works. The scope is a 21/2x Lyman All American which a previous owner had fitted. Except for being American, it's about ideal for this sort of rifle. Thanks for your comments. Bill


Bill Ferguson