Roscoe Regulator Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 I have acquired a like-new JM Marlin 1894CB Cowboy Ltd in 45 Colt and am trying to locate a gadget to push rounds into the loading gate. I have a 10-round tube and stick for my 357 and would like something similar but maybe only 5 round. Either that or just the short poker with a ball and loop on the end. That would prevent getting pinched. Any help appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abe E.S. Corpus SASS #87667 Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 I will look for one among the vendors at the SC State Match this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch Wheeler Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 I just use my thumb... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 Get a Honey Dipper. OLG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheyenne Ranger, 48747L Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 here's how to make one: http://www.alpharubicon.com/leo/rubiconspeedloader.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheyenne Ranger, 48747L Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 can buy one type here--scroll down https://classicoldwestarms.com/specialty-items/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheyenne Ranger, 48747L Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 video of how to use one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perro Del Diablo Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 I made my own with dowel rod and wood cabinet door knob. Also had a friend that used antler piece and dowel rod for muzzle loader bullet starter. I bought it and use to load my 73. He used part of main beam where 2 times branched so it is 3 sided handle. A simple solution would be a cheap black powder bullet starter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace_of_Hearts Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 You pick the wood.... $30.00 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colorado Coffinmaker Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 PLUS ONE too Lump Lump. Just drop by your local Kitchen Store and snap up a Honey Dipper. Works a Treat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yul Lose Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 PM me your address and I’ll send you a deer antler one that I build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roscoe Regulator Posted September 27, 2019 Author Share Posted September 27, 2019 13 hours ago, Cheyenne Ranger, 48747L said: can buy one type here--scroll down https://classicoldwestarms.com/specialty-items/ He said his doesn't fit 45 Colt because the tube is too big. Thanks for that though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roscoe Regulator Posted September 27, 2019 Author Share Posted September 27, 2019 10 hours ago, Ace_of_Hearts said: You pick the wood.... $30.00 I would not want this to scratch off the bluing and feel more comfortable with wood. Nicely made though. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace_of_Hearts Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 4 hours ago, Roscoe Regulator said: I would not want this to scratch off the bluing and feel more comfortable with wood. Nicely made though. Thanks. The tips are made from a used case. You are already shoving a live round in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Posted September 28, 2019 Share Posted September 28, 2019 Just use your little finger... the only other thing you use it for is pickin' yer nose... and as it gets sliced infinitely shorter from your loading gate, you'll find that you don't pick your nose as much... once it's nearly useless for that activity... all of a sudden you'll find yourself invited to upscale society whindings, maybe even hi profile political fundraisers and such... Or, if that doesn't appeal to ya, use the suggestions above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckshot Dobbs Posted September 28, 2019 Share Posted September 28, 2019 My wife uses a deer antler I drilled a hole thru and put a piece of leather and clip on it to clip on her belt. BD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roscoe Regulator Posted September 28, 2019 Author Share Posted September 28, 2019 After checking a couple stores for honey dippers, I checked for materials at Walmart, and this is what I ended up fashioning for under $4. Could end up shorter, but I thought I would start at 6". I have enough material and components left to make three more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc X Posted September 28, 2019 Share Posted September 28, 2019 3/4" wood balls, bag of 6 = $1.99 at Hobby Lobby 5/16 by 3' hardwood dowel = .69 at Hobby Lobby About 10 minutes with a 5/16 drill and a fine tooth hobby saw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roscoe Regulator Posted September 29, 2019 Author Share Posted September 29, 2019 16 hours ago, Doc X said: 3/4" wood balls, bag of 6 = $1.99 at Hobby Lobby 5/16 by 3' hardwood dowel = .69 at Hobby Lobby About 10 minutes with a 5/16 drill and a fine tooth hobby saw. Nice, but I wouldn't consider drilling that hole perfectly to be trivial. The 5/16" (.3125) dowel size is good for at least .357 caliber. For my 45 caliber I picked 7/16" dowel (.4375), and the knob assortment I found fit perfectly, close enough to glue, no drilling except for the lanyard hole, which didn't need to be perfectly placed. I would prefer the ball you have, but I kept it simple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyesa Horg Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 PM me if you want a 3" honey dipper. I wanted one for seating caps on my 1860's and got 65 for 12 bucks from Amazon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc X Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 7 hours ago, Roscoe Regulator said: Nice, but I wouldn't consider drilling that hole perfectly to be trivial. The 5/16" (.3125) dowel size is good for at least .357 caliber. For my 45 caliber I picked 7/16" dowel (.4375), and the knob assortment I found fit perfectly, close enough to glue, no drilling except for the lanyard hole, which didn't need to be perfectly placed. I would prefer the ball you have, but I kept it simple. I didn't consider it trivial either. Used a vertical mill, indicated the ball dead center plus or minus .002 and controlled depth to plus or minus .005 on all I've built. I found the dowel out of round enough that I get a nice tight fit without glue, but the dowel will still be replaceable. I went with 5/16 since I use a .357 Uberti for a main match rifle, but I did try it on both my .45LC and .44Mag Marlins and it worked good. I agree though that 7/16 dowel would be better, probably would go up to a 1" ball too. It carries nice in a belt loop so I skipped the lanyard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perro Del Diablo Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 On 9/28/2019 at 8:39 AM, Roscoe Regulator said: After checking a couple stores for honey dippers, I checked for materials at Walmart, and this is what I ended up fashioning for under $4. Could end up shorter, but I thought I would start at 6". I have enough material and components left to make three more. Real similar to one I made. 6 inches also makes it possible to use as squib rod for pistol. Ask me how I know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugler Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 I just use a pencil..........unsharpened of course Bugler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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