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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #60 on: September 29, 2012, 08:23:01 PM »
I recently got a steal of a deal on 200rds of Alexander Arms factory Grendel ammo  (less than half price :)). It's all loaded into Lapua brass so I have my reloading brass once it's all fired too. This may be my most anticipated project Handi yet!

Thanks guys!  ;)

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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #61 on: November 28, 2012, 05:45:07 AM »
I spoke to Wayne yesterday via email. The rebore is done and it should be making it's way back to the house sometime soon.  Rest assured I will have an extensive load work up and range report sometime after I return. I can't make any promises of when that might happen, family comes first. ;)

Once again, I would like to thank those who helped pay for the project.

Thanks, Dinny
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #62 on: November 28, 2012, 06:49:01 AM »
I musta been asleep at the wheel.  Never read the thread all the way through :'(   CW's the guy that woke me up 8)   Patty and I put a check in the mail to Tim Monday.

Enjoy Dinny, and get home to us safely ;)

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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #63 on: November 28, 2012, 07:59:33 AM »
Thanks Pete!!

For those of you that may not know much about the 6.5 Grendel, here's more info.

http://www.6mmbr.com/65grendel.html

http://www.shootingillustrated.com/index.php/1759/6-5-grendel/

http://www.65grendel.com/forum/

http://www.gunblast.com/AlexanderArms_65Grendel.htm

I can't help but think this may end up being one of the best medium-range cartridges offered in a long time. What's not to like about efficiency, accuracy, light recoil and awesome killing power?

And in case I'm wrong, it can always be turned into a 6.5 Creedmoor or a 6.5-06. :D

Thanks, Dinny

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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #64 on: November 28, 2012, 12:16:09 PM »
Got it today Pete, thanks! Just waitin for Wayne to send the bill, I think there's one more donation coming too!   :)

Dinny, I spose we're gonna have to wait forever for a range report!!  :P  ;)

Tim
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #65 on: November 28, 2012, 12:21:44 PM »
Quote from: quickdtoo on November 28, 2012, 12:16:09 PM
Dinny, I spose we're gonna have to wait forever for a range report!!  :P  ;)
Tim

Nah, just a little while. I have to get reacquainted with a little guy who I have only spent 12 days with. He's getting pretty big now at 7 months old. ;)

Thanks, Dinny
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #66 on: November 28, 2012, 12:23:54 PM »
 ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #67 on: November 28, 2012, 12:32:28 PM »
Quote from: -Dinny on November 28, 2012, 12:21:44 PM
Quote from: quickdtoo on November 28, 2012, 12:16:09 PM
Dinny, I spose we're gonna have to wait forever for a range report!!  :P ;)
Tim

Nah, just a little while. I have to get reacquainted with a little guy who I have only spent 12 days with. He's getting pretty big now at 7 months old. ;)

Thanks, Dinny

Stay safe Dinny!!

I am HOLDING YOU TO THE RANGE REPORT PROMICE!!!  ;) ::)

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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #68 on: November 28, 2012, 12:47:54 PM »
Don't worry. I have 200rds of factory ammo to run through it before I can start rolling my own. I should have a decent idea of how it's going to shoot in February or March.

I could take Dinny Jr with me and get it done sooner but I don't think Momma would approve. ::) ;)

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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #69 on: November 28, 2012, 01:32:09 PM »

Geeze Tim, that was FAST.  The Post Office has really speeded up since you retired ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;)

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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #70 on: December 27, 2012, 01:21:55 AM »
I would like to thank all those who contributed to this project. The Grendel Handi has made it's way back home where it will stay until I get done spending some quality time with my family.

Happy Holidays!

Thanks, Dinny
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #71 on: December 27, 2012, 01:37:22 AM »
Dinny,
 No thanks needed on my part .
 It was a small gesture to express my gratitude for your service and devotion to this country.
 Spend every possible moment with the family and enjoy the Handi when you can.
 May God's Grace and Peace be with you and yours
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #72 on: December 27, 2012, 01:52:56 AM »
Couldn't have said it better, George ;)

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The growing Handi/Sportster/Pardner/Topper Family:  .22 WMR, .22-250. 223, Two Superlight 7mm-08s and one .243, .30-30,  .308, 32-20, 18 inch .356/.358 Win., Two 16.5 inch .357 Max., 18 inch 38-55 BC Carbine, 16.5 inch .445 Super Mag., .45LC, 16.5 and 22 inch .45-70s, .50 Huntsman SS, .410, 20 ga., 12 ga., 20 ga. Pardner Pump, Versa-Pack .410 - .22
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #73 on: December 27, 2012, 02:17:06 AM »
Quote from: -Dinny on December 27, 2012, 01:21:55 AM
I would like to thank all those who contributed to this project. The Grendel Handi has made it's way back home where it will stay until I get done spending some quality time with my family.

Happy Holidays!

Thanks, Dinny

You are entirely welcome!

It is but a tiny infinetisemal gesture compaired to what you and all our armed forces give to all of us every day!!!

I hope this means you are home safe with family!!

Hope you had a wonderful Christmas and wishing you a happy, safe and prosperous New Year!

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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #74 on: December 27, 2012, 02:45:04 AM »
Quote from: cwlongshot on December 27, 2012, 02:17:06 AM
I hope this means you are home safe with family!!

Not yet, but I'm getting real close. ;)

Thanks, Dinny
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #75 on: December 27, 2012, 06:24:27 AM »
Quote from: jeepmann1948 on December 27, 2012, 01:37:22 AM
Dinny,
 No thanks needed on my part .
 It was a small gesture to express my gratitude for your service and devotion to this country.
 Spend every possible moment with the family and enjoy the Handi when you can.
 May God's Grace and Peace be with you and yours
George Mann

Indeed, well said George!!  ;)

Tim
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #76 on: December 27, 2012, 09:48:11 AM »
Dinny,

I wasn't able to chip in on your project (and you know why), but I really wish I could have. This is a great group of guys here that did, and it couldn't have went to a better guy.

Thank you for your service and hopefully we can meet up in a few months.
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #77 on: December 27, 2012, 11:09:10 PM »
Dave,
  Don't sweat it. I'll let you buy me a cold adult beverage someday soon. ;D

Quote from: dave29 on December 27, 2012, 09:48:11 AM
This is a great group of guys here

I agree 110%!!

Thanks, Dinny
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #78 on: January 04, 2013, 12:51:33 PM »
HEY Dinny got what he deserved today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 I just got an email saying he was awarded the Bronze Star today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D
 Congratulations Dinny I know you earned it.
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #79 on: January 04, 2013, 01:01:47 PM »
Quote from: jeepmann1948 on January 04, 2013, 12:51:33 PM
HEY Dinny got what he deserved today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 I just got an email saying he was awarded the Bronze Star today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D
 Congratulations Dinny I know you earned it.
George
WAY TO GO MAN!!
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #80 on: January 04, 2013, 02:20:46 PM »
ALRIGHT!  ;D
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #81 on: January 04, 2013, 04:11:47 PM »
Way to go Dinny!!  ;)

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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #82 on: January 04, 2013, 06:11:36 PM »
Well done Soldier, well done.  Doug
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #83 on: January 04, 2013, 06:40:59 PM »
Good on you!  Stay healthy!
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #84 on: January 04, 2013, 07:24:37 PM »
Congrats man, cannot wait to hear how she shoots too.  ;)
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #85 on: January 04, 2013, 10:07:00 PM »
Dinny, we're proud of ya.   BUT.....we're gonna havta convene a Handiholic Courts Martial.........We ordered ya ta stay outa harms way ::) ::)   Ya don't get dem Bronze Stars stirrin da General's coffee.

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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #86 on: January 05, 2013, 12:00:23 AM »
Quote from: petemi on January 04, 2013, 10:07:00 PM
Ya don't get dem Bronze Stars stirrin da General's coffee.

No fooling.  I almost didn't get to be because of how my father got one at Iwo Jima in WWII.

We're proud to know you Dinny, if only a little (that is we only know you a little not proud of you a little...)

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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #87 on: January 05, 2013, 01:32:45 AM »
I am a little late to this thread but had to say I am very proud of Dinny.  Thanks for your service.
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #88 on: January 05, 2013, 04:54:03 AM »
I too almost missed this recent addition to this thread. :-[   Thanks to petemi for bringing it to our attention.
Congrats Dinny on your Bronze Star.  Way to go! ;D 8)   Take it from someone who's been there, done that, has the T-shirt AND the Bronze Star, this is one addition to your personnel file that should get the attention of the next SFC promotion review board.  Again, congrats, well deserved.
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Re: 6.5 Grendel Handi
« Reply #89 on: January 05, 2013, 06:00:09 AM »
Thank you for your service Dinny. Good luck with the Grendel.
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