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Thread: Awesome Christchurch-based reloading supplier

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    Awesome Christchurch-based reloading supplier

    Hi all. This is a massive and unsolicited plug for Wilhelm Arms & Optics.

    I'm about to dive into the murky waters of reloading, and got in touch with them because I'd heard the prices were as good as I was likely to get anywhere. Richard went over & above the call of duty to get some supplies to me (on a public holiday as well) and gave me some sage advice that I have kept on file to refer back to as I progress.

    I'd strongly encourage all you Canterbury reloaders to support them - they've got a new customer for life here. Thanks Richard!

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    Yeah, he got me started too. Welcome to the rabbit hole of reloading.
    There are only three types of people in this world. Those that can count, and those that can't!

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    welcome to reloading, it wont save you much $ as you will constantly be shooting and tinkering with loads

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    You might think hes wonderful as a new customer......

    but, i can assure you if you deal with him "enough" at some point he will piss you off.

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    Quote Originally Posted by matagouri View Post
    You might think hes wonderful as a new customer......

    but, i can assure you if you deal with him "enough" at some point he will piss you off.
    i havent dealt with richard since he was in upper columbo st pre quake. i always found him damn nice and very professional. he seemed a bit "cold" when i met him but he sure knows his stuff when it comes to optics and reloading. after several months of visits he has a great sense of humour and gets more talkative. (not an insult at all richard)
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    Richard's a great guy; sometimes just gets a bit technical when a simple yes or no is all thats required.
    Incredible knowledge.

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    Just don’t mention his old shop!
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    Shut up, get out & start pushing!

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    A great guy. Very helpful and knows his products.

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    He’s absolutely fantastic. Responsive knowledgeable and friendly. Great deals and sells quality stuff eg Dewey cleaning rods.

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    Quote Originally Posted by outdoorlad View Post
    Just don’t mention his old shop!
    Or disagree with him
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    Contact me for reloading components, brass, projectiles, powder, primers, etc

    http://terminatorproducts.co.nz/

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Terminat...?feature=guide

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    Or get him to fit a scope
    Do the mahi
    Get the steaks

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    I have known Richard since we were both young teenagers in the Junior Deerstalkers in Ch-Ch, and we have hunted together. He knows his stuff and comes from a family involvement in the sporting goods trade. His father was a prominent member of the NZDA and was involved in the sports shop in New Regent Street, Ch-Ch in the 50's and 60's, the name of which escapes me as it was 60 years ago. Like me, he has a lifetime of experience with optics, firearms and ammunition.
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    Quote Originally Posted by gundoc View Post
    I have known Richard since we were both young teenagers in the Junior Deerstalkers in Ch-Ch, and we have hunted together. He knows his stuff and comes from a family involvement in the sporting goods trade. His father was a prominent member of the NZDA and was involved in the sports shop in New Regent Street, Ch-Ch in the 50's and 60's, the name of which escapes me as it was 60 years ago. Like me, he has a lifetime of experience with optics, firearms and ammunition.
    like you i always found him very knowledgable and a bloody craftsman.I had two nikko stirling scopes on my rifles(4x40 4x32) and being a budgeteer wondered if he could fit a "sniper'reticle to one and generally recondition both . He did exactly that and I got another 20yrs use before having to retire both.I was put on to him by another guy from NZDA who did some .303 reloading for me.
    richards manner I did find a little eccentric at times but we all have our wee quirks.his knowledge -well it was breathtaking to a beginner like me.

    I would and have recommended him to a few people as a source for reloading items but also bino repairs and such like.
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