7,65mm Luger - Nambu T 14

[sheepherder]

Originally Posted by Zorba

He seems to have dropped off the face of the earth...

He hasn't listed anything on eBay for a while either...

[Edward Tinker]

Originally Posted by sheepherder

Interesting conversion!

I believe that Sheepherder has done the same conversion - see this same thread as a sticky

[Olle]

Originally Posted by Zorba

Naw - at least he can now find ammo for it!

I've shot 50 rds of MrNambu ammo - had one slight hangfire of about 1/2 second, but otherwise was OK. He seems to have dropped off the face of the earth, I was going to have him reload my brass, but his email (as posted on his website) no longer works. I'll probably just have to get the stuff to reload them myself.

Old Western Scrounger has it: http://www.ows-ammo.com/store/index....products_id=85

Kinda pricey though, so reloading might be an option if you want to shoot a lot. Also, they seem to make it in batches and won't make more until they're completely out, so you need to be quick and buy when they have it in stock.

[sheepherder]

Originally Posted by ithacaartist

Don, don't forget... A pencil-tapered barrel and high, square sight block lie within the "meat" on a standard configuration bbl!

Originally Posted by DonVoigt

Yes,
but my barrel stretcher is broken!

A 6" Luger barrel can be re-profiled to simulate the 'pencil-taper' barrel common on M1900 7.65 barrels...

The M1900/7.65 'pencil taper' is almost exactly like the Nambu profile.

I followed Dave's description on how he did it and am pleased with the results...Although I had not envisioned installing it on a Nambu, Nonte does comment in his 'Pistolsmithing' book that he had converted Nambu's to 9mm...

[Zorba]

Originally Posted by Olle

Old Western Scrounger has it: http://www.ows-ammo.com/store/index....products_id=85

Kinda pricey though, so reloading might be an option if you want to shoot a lot. Also, they seem to make it in batches and won't make more until they're completely out, so you need to be quick and buy when they have it in stock.

He's probably reselling it - I was recently able to pick up 150 rds at $49.99 per 50, which is about what Mr. Nambu was selling it for.

[DonVoigt]

Right,
thinner is not a problem, making a 4 5/8" long bbl from a 3 7/8" bbl is a little tougher.

[Olle]

Originally Posted by Zorba

He's probably reselling it - I was recently able to pick up 150 rds at $49.99 per 50, which is about what Mr. Nambu was selling it for.

So you think this is actually Mr Nambu's manufacture? Sounds like we're back to square one then, no Nambu ammo available...

[sheepherder]

Originally Posted by Olle

So you think this is actually Mr Nambu's manufacture? Sounds like we're back to square one then, no Nambu ammo available...

You're assuming that 'Mr Nambu' loads the ammunition he sells? In that case, it would be possible for an enterprising forum member with all the tools, cases, bullets, and powder to load 8mm Nambu for resale. Lots of retired members are probably interested in a profitable sideline to add to their meager SSA benefits.

All it takes is a basic reloading set, and the aforementioned components. And residence in a state that has not yet banned powder and primers.

$50 for fifty rounds is a dollar a round [duh!]. I haven't added up the components, Starline brass, Huntington bullets, etc to see if a dollar a round would yield a profit or not. Or how much of one. Shipping would be a factor also, both to and from.

Do we have such an individual here?

[Olle]

Originally Posted by sheepherder

You're assuming that 'Mr Nambu' loads the ammunition he sells? In that case, it would be possible for an enterprising forum member with all the tools, cases, bullets, and powder to load 8mm Nambu for resale. Lots of retired members are probably interested in a profitable sideline to add to their meager SSA benefits.

All it takes is a basic reloading set, and the aforementioned components. And residence in a state that has not yet banned powder and primers.

$50 for fifty rounds is a dollar a round [duh!]. I haven't added up the components, Starline brass, Huntington bullets, etc to see if a dollar a round would yield a profit or not. Or how much of one. Shipping would be a factor also, both to and from.

Do we have such an individual here?

No, I was assuming that he makes (made?) the ammo sold by Old Western Scrounger.

And making and selling ammo is probably a bit more involved than what you describe. Seems like you would need an FFL 06 ("Manufacturer of ammunition for firearms") or if you intend to sell it yourself an FFL 07 ("Manufacturer & dealer of firearms & ammo"). Not sure about the 07 though, sounds like overkill even for the government. Then you have the nowadays always present risk of being held liable for what other people may do with the ammo, so good insurance would almost be a must. Can't have too much fun, can we?

[sheepherder]

Originally Posted by Olle

Seems like you would need...

*I* wouldn't need anything. I'm retired and have no interest in any side/hobby business.

If a group were to get together, order supplies, and split the costs it would be beneficial for all concerned.

[rhuff]

Having to acquire the license and a ton of insurance to protect my butt puts me into the "no way" zone. I have plenty of equipment to turn out the product, but no desire to be arrested or sued. Anyone wanting to shoot their Nambu a fair amount, really should consider handloading.

[sheepherder]

Interest in reloading the 8mm Nambu must be picking up. Huntington has both their own branded cartridge cases and FMJ bullets in stock at reasonable prices.

Huntington

Cases 8mm Nambu brass cases (8x22) | HDS

http://www.huntingtons.com/store/pro...roductid=17191

$37.98/50
$259.98/500
$$498.98/1000


Bullets 8mm (.320") Total Copper-Plated Bullets: 8mm Nambu - 100 gr TMJ

http://www.huntingtons.com/store/pro...roductid=16171

$23.98/100
$90.98/500


Special Order Reloading Dies - 8mm Nambu

http://www.huntingtons.com/store/pro...roductid=20321

$170.95

[rhuff]

I agree with Sheepherder that the component prices that he posted are reasonable for this antique caliber. The brass prices are not cheap, but one can use, and use the same brass forever if you don't load it hot. The bullet price is likely less then $.08 each if ordering 1K or more.....not out of line!! The dies you only purchase once.

[Zorba]

Mr. Nambu included a slip of paper saying he could reload the brass - I took it to mean that he loaded the originals as well. *shrug*

[sheepherder]

Originally Posted by Zorba

Mr. Nambu included a slip of paper saying he could reload the brass - I took it to mean that he loaded the originals as well. *shrug*

Yeah, Ed Tinker shot off all the war surplus 8mm Nambu years ago...