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by Travis Morgan
Fri Mar 11, 2011 9:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 45-70 double
Replies: 98
Views: 33777

Re: 45-70 double

My only problem with buying a Baikal is the concern that, like Rossi, they might change hands repeatedly, change suppliers a few times, then, not have parts! Baikal actually makes a pump/auto shotgun I wanted for 3 gun, and that's why I didn't buy it.
by Travis Morgan
Sun Sep 12, 2010 11:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Virus Alert (Human) + how to protect your levergun.
Replies: 22
Views: 3781

Re: Virus Alert (Human) + how to protect your levergun.

For Pete's sake! Someone lock the darn threa :shock: d!
by Travis Morgan
Wed Feb 03, 2010 2:45 pm
Forum: Politics
Topic: Second Amendment March
Replies: 30
Views: 59347

Re: Second Amendment March

Where's the march happening? I suppose marching in my own driveway won't accomplish anything.
by Travis Morgan
Wed Feb 03, 2010 1:03 pm
Forum: Politics
Topic: Second Amendment March
Replies: 30
Views: 59347

Re: Second Amendment March

Where and when is this march to take place?
by Travis Morgan
Wed Feb 03, 2010 1:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Movies - "Australia", why ....
Replies: 31
Views: 4603

Re: Movies - "Australia", why ....

rafter-7 wrote:.....and the acting protrayed us as inbisiles. Kinda like broke back mountain is to the cowboy way of life. I will NEVER watch that flick just due to princibles

^


"Imbeciles" and "Principles".
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 30, 2010 12:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)
Replies: 86
Views: 10130

Re: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)

I hope y'all don't taKE THE ABOVE POST WRONG; IT'S NOT MEANT TO BE THAT INSULTING.
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 30, 2010 12:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)
Replies: 86
Views: 10130

Re: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)

txpete wrote::lol: we were a republic and y'all were homeless :lol:
We just didn't wanna put up signs and let a bunch of Texans figure out how much better off we were. In fact, we started the rumor that Texas is great, and just hoped some idiots would believe it. :lol:
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 30, 2010 12:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Movies - "Australia", why ....
Replies: 31
Views: 4603

Re: Movies - "Australia", why ....

Australia, It was alright kinda slow at times but it was worth the price of the rental fee..... Now the movie "Fargo" the Sundance film that won all the awards about 10 years ago was an embarresment/slap in the face to the whole upper mid west and we still have not lived it down!!! :twist...
by Travis Morgan
Fri Jan 29, 2010 11:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Laid Off? Need work? Post it here and lets network!
Replies: 215
Views: 416897

Re: Laid Off? Need work? Post it here and lets network!

Shoveled snow for 8 hours this morning, and was thankful for the work!
by Travis Morgan
Fri Jan 29, 2010 11:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)
Replies: 86
Views: 10130

Re: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)

It's okay that you're from Texas; not everyone's mama loves them enough to make sure their born an Okie! :lol: next thing you know he'll be talking about Baja Oklahoma and get a range war started. :twisted: :lol: :twisted: :mrgreen: 1835 map of texas note no OK on the map. http://img.photobucket.co...
by Travis Morgan
Fri Jan 29, 2010 11:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Movies - "Australia", why ....
Replies: 31
Views: 4603

Re: Movies - "Australia", why ....

gundownunder,

No, you wouldn't have to climb a mesa to see the grand canyon. That wouldn't really make any sense, anyway; if you know what a canyon is. Or a Mesa.
by Travis Morgan
Fri Jan 29, 2010 11:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Show latest one of my homemade rifles
Replies: 167
Views: 50019

Re: Show latest one of my homemade rifles

I can understand why some people don't want to continue using their work skills after retirement. I worked 41 yrs in the defense industry and enjoyed almost every day of it. That said, anything will get old if you do it enough (yes, I said anything). My girlfriend keeps saying that, but I refuse to...
by Travis Morgan
Thu Jan 28, 2010 8:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Movies - "Australia", why ....
Replies: 31
Views: 4603

Re: Movies - "Australia", why ....

Call it whatever ya want, but they show it as a huge plateau; you may have some sort of degree in land features, but I know a plateau from a gorge.
by Travis Morgan
Thu Jan 28, 2010 10:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Movies - "Australia", why ....
Replies: 31
Views: 4603

Re: OT: Australia, why ....

The kid with his hand up to stop the cattle was about as believable as Crocodile dundee stopping a water buffalo. The whole thing was cliched and unreal. A bit like a poor mans attempt to make a movie like "Titanic" or "Pearl Harbor" Why in HELL would a person drive cattle up an...
by Travis Morgan
Wed Jan 27, 2010 10:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Movies - "Australia", why ....
Replies: 31
Views: 4603

Re: OT: Australia, why ....

There was some much CGI stuff and special effects that I just wanted to vomit.
by Travis Morgan
Wed Jan 27, 2010 10:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Semi-anual reminder on behavior issues...
Replies: 39
Views: 3709

Re: Semi-anual reminder on behavior issues...

Nath wrote:How about a virtual shake of hands.

Shake shake anyone :lol:

Nath.
....shake yo booty!
by Travis Morgan
Wed Jan 27, 2010 10:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Movies - "Australia", why ....
Replies: 31
Views: 4603

Re: OT: Australia, why ....

I absolutely hated it.
by Travis Morgan
Wed Jan 27, 2010 4:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)
Replies: 86
Views: 10130

Re: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)

It's okay that you're from Texas; not everyone's mama loves them enough to make sure their born an Okie! :lol:
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 10:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)
Replies: 86
Views: 10130

Re: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)

BTW, "gaYmer " has a "Y" in it. :lol: The "reenactor" types that can't shoot but want to argue about the color of lint in Jesse James' pocket get all pissy when you mention that their load is ineffective and would have only gotten them killed if they'd been able to actu...
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 10:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)
Replies: 86
Views: 10130

Re: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)

I loved outshooting Texas blowhards with my saddlegun when I worked for outfitters. Typically, they'd show up with a Browning or Weatherby with that clear epoxy finish that makes it look like you're chasing an elk with a mirror(Duh!) and chambered in some unobtainable super boomer caliber. Their sc...
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 2:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: haiti candy
Replies: 13
Views: 2264

Re: haiti candy

...as I said. :lol:
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 2:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Could the .327 be the "new" .32-20?
Replies: 38
Views: 4664

Re: Could the .327 be the "new" .32-20?

It's an awful lot like the problem of trying to sell .44 spl models; .44 mags are everywhere, and easier to resell because they're more versatile. A lot of people have never heard of a .44 spl, and won't bother to learn. That's why we can occassionally find a mint .356 on a gunrack at junk prices; n...
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 1:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)
Replies: 86
Views: 10130

Re: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)

I loved outshooting Texas blowhards with my saddlegun when I worked for outfitters. Typically, they'd show up with a Browning or Weatherby with that clear epoxy finish that makes it look like you're chasing an elk with a mirror(Duh!) and chambered in some unobtainable super boomer caliber. Their sco...
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 1:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 45 Colt Revolvers
Replies: 38
Views: 3975

Re: 45 Colt Revolvers

If you want to do a little tweaking of loads, &c., the adjustable sight Blackhawk will do you a very good job. If you're going to settle on a "one-and-only" load, consider an original Vaquero. You can't break one with a hammer, and the fixed sights are as rugged as you'll find on any ...
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 1:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Could the .327 be the "new" .32-20?
Replies: 38
Views: 4664

Re: Could the .327 be the "new" .32-20?

The .327 is a turd... time to flush. (I can buy .357 ammo anywhere that will do the same job.)
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 1:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)
Replies: 86
Views: 10130

Re: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)

Hey, Buck, .....how often do you see some idiot pick up a gun you haven't even touched yet and tell you how smooth the action or trigger is? I've even heard that about an FIE derringer I have that's not square AT ALL and that I have trouble cocking! (and I'm a 250 lb. horseshoer!)
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 1:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)
Replies: 86
Views: 10130

Re: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)

adirondakjack wrote:Nothin worse than an ill fitting tool for the job.
....an apt description of most CAS shooters..
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 1:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: haiti candy
Replies: 13
Views: 2264

Re: haiti candy

By all means, let's ignore the folks here in the U.S.A.that need help. They are less human because they live on the other side of the line? I never want to be the guy that tells a little kid he has to live in a warzone, or has nothing to eat, or that I just don't care, but we sure as hell have more...
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 12:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)
Replies: 86
Views: 10130

Re: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)

Ditto; I just made my own gear, and did a hell of a lot better than most of the folks with a lot of custom garbage.
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 12:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 45 Colt Revolvers
Replies: 38
Views: 3975

Re: 45 Colt Revolvers

For the record there is no such thing as an old model Vaquero. All Vaqueros are New Models. They are all built with Rugers New Model transfer bar system. There is the Vaquero built on the large 44 mag Blackhawk frame and so stamped on the left side of the frame under the cylinder window. Then there...
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 26, 2010 12:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Could the .327 be the "new" .32-20?
Replies: 38
Views: 4664

Re: Could the .327 be the "new" .32-20?

Also, I believe that while Marlin MIGHT sell some 1894s so chambered, they might not sell enough to justify the effort. I think they feel the same way. People just don't see the .327 Federal cartridge in that way. I think most of us see it for what it is; an answer to a rhetorical question. It was ...
by Travis Morgan
Mon Jan 25, 2010 11:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)
Replies: 86
Views: 10130

Re: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)

At least I've not yet heard of a lever-gunner sending a brand new, unfired rifle off to be customized and "improved" before they even shoot it the way some folks o with M-1911's. Talk to some SASS folks; they'll spend more money on their guns than I would on a pickup and trailer, then the...
by Travis Morgan
Mon Jan 25, 2010 11:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)
Replies: 86
Views: 10130

Re: Let Me Get This Straight...??? (rant)

arjunky wrote:If they only costed as much as a Red Ryder, I promise I will buy more than one :lol:

Byron
You'd do like the rest of us cheap bastards and wait until you could find 'em on the used market to save money! :lol:
by Travis Morgan
Mon Jan 25, 2010 11:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: haiti candy
Replies: 13
Views: 2264

Re: haiti candy

By all means, let's ignore the folks here in the U.S.A.that need help. :roll:
by Travis Morgan
Mon Jan 25, 2010 3:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 7758

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

I strongly suggest a digital scale to anyone that's gonna load more than a hundred rounds.
by Travis Morgan
Mon Jan 25, 2010 2:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How long?
Replies: 31
Views: 3627

Re: How long?

You said any; not just the gun in the photo.
by Travis Morgan
Sun Jan 24, 2010 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How long?
Replies: 31
Views: 3627

Re: How long?

You didn't say we were limited to iron sights! Since this is all just conjecture, I wasn't too worried about imaginary animals being hurt....
by Travis Morgan
Sun Jan 24, 2010 9:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 7758

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

A lot of people seem to suggest using 240-250 gr bullets. Your thoughts sir? What about cast bullets? The economy being what it is...and just wanting to learn how to cast my own bullets, they seem like a decent option. I know the above wasn't directed towards me, but I'll give you my opinion based ...
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 23, 2010 9:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How long?
Replies: 31
Views: 3627

Re: How long?

According to the caption on the photo, 3042 paces. :wink: Impossible! That would be about 2500 yards +/-. Unless he's making a shot at the side of a mountain, there is no way an open-sighted lever gun could make such a shot. The 3042 must be either the photo number or the date. You've never heard o...
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 23, 2010 9:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Calamity Jane
Replies: 42
Views: 5982

Re: Calamity Jane

Doc Hudson wrote:
Travis Morgan wrote:
mescalero1 wrote:I have NEVER gone to bed with an ugly woman.
How many have you woken up with?

you beat me to it Travis!!

I was going to ask the same question! LOL

It was bound to be a horserace; I was typing as fast as I could!
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 23, 2010 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone carry a Beretta 92 as a "woods gun"?
Replies: 32
Views: 3958

Re: Anyone carry a Beretta 92 as a "woods gun"?

Well gentlemen, the reason I'm asking specifically about the Beretta 92 ask is this: Mainly, I need a new pistol of some sort for "general" protection and plinking as I've recently sold my S&W 317 that I carried with me in the woods...and my wife has claimed my compensated Rossi .357 ...
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 23, 2010 8:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Calamity Jane
Replies: 42
Views: 5982

Re: Calamity Jane

mescalero1 wrote:I have NEVER gone to bed with an ugly woman.
How many have you woken up with?
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 23, 2010 8:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Calamity Jane
Replies: 42
Views: 5982

Re: Calamity Jane

How many have you woken up with? :lol:
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 23, 2010 8:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 7758

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

Shame on you. I have seen more than a couple of Range Instructors who didn't know what they were talking about in the choice of defensive firearms or how to conduct themselves in a shootout! (Can't find a smiley that is stiking its tongue out at the moment) ! :lol: (Ex-cop) Most people have never b...
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 23, 2010 7:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How long?
Replies: 31
Views: 3627

Re: How long?

According to the caption on the photo, 3042 paces. :wink: Impossible! That would be about 2500 yards +/-. Unless he's making a shot at the side of a mountain, there is no way an open-sighted lever gun could make such a shot. The 3042 must be either the photo number or the date. You've never heard o...
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 23, 2010 6:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Calamity Jane
Replies: 42
Views: 5982

Re: Calamity Jane

I suspect right now she probably doesn't look any worse for wear nor smell a bit worse than she did in the latter half of the 19TH century. I promised myself I would not ask you how you're sure of this.......but? :lol: Hell, he bought her a drink the first time she rode into Deadwood. That's why yo...
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 23, 2010 6:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Calamity Jane
Replies: 42
Views: 5982

Re: Calamity Jane

Terry Murbach wrote:She may have had a face that would make a freight train take a dirt road .....
LMAO! :lol:
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 23, 2010 6:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone carry a Beretta 92 as a "woods gun"?
Replies: 32
Views: 3958

Re: Anyone carry a Beretta 92 as a "woods gun"?

It'd be better than a stick.
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 23, 2010 3:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Could the .327 be the "new" .32-20?
Replies: 38
Views: 4664

Re: Could the .327 be the "new" .32-20?

FYI, this same stuff is what's awesome about a .357 carbine; it'll do darn near what a .30-30 will in the same bullet weight, but with less weight, less recoil, and carry almost twice as much ammo.
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 23, 2010 3:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 7758

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

I recently bought a .44 Mag Ruger Redhawk to pair with my 1894 Marlin .44 Mag. I have ordered a Lee Classic "hand" loader but I have ZERO experience. I know I can load to maximum size and “exceed” suggested tolerances do to the inherent strength of Ruger over-engineering their hand cannon...