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Bird Shot as Extra Hands

By John Landwehr Jun 01, 2006

Ever need a second set of hands to hold the side of a carcase during assembly? Take a large handscrew and attach it to the bottom of the side piece. Then place a 25-lb. bag of shot (less than $20 from any reloading supply store) on top of the handscrew.

Drawing by Jim Richey.

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