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- Wed Nov 07, 2012 10:13 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Gallery of Guns - What price?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 961
Re: Gallery of Guns - What price?
I would ask your dealer what the total price would be. You may be suprised. I bought a .44mag vaquero from Davidsons a couple years ago now. Davidsons said it was something like $750. When I talked to my dealer to order it they said it was only like $525 + a $25.00 transfer fee. The numbers may be o...
- Wed Nov 07, 2012 1:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Handgun Scope on Rifle
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1276
Re: Handgun Scope on Rifle
I put a fixed 4X Leuopold Handgun scope on my 450 marlin for a while. I was less than inpressed. I don't know how it would compare to a long eyerelief rifle scope, cause I never used one before, but I gota assume they are simmilar, or hopefully better. At any rate it worked fine-as in if sitting at ...
- Wed Nov 07, 2012 1:25 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: A Couple More Pics In Elk Country
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1231
Re: A Couple More Pics In Elk Country
That some pretty country TTT. I wish I could get more time off, as I would really like to come help you out. I kinda got a nack for finding them critters (It's all about tracking). I saw the post this morning and almost posted for you to call me if you got one cause I would be up there in a hart bea...
- Wed Nov 07, 2012 1:05 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: So, I'm Waiting For Election Results . . . .
- Replies: 113
- Views: 6815
Re: So, I'm Waiting For Election Results . . . .
I kinda wonder if a repuplican could ever win again. Seriously. As a country we are getting more and more lazy. Lazy people do vote for the folks with the freebys and handout programs. Where is the insentive to vote for someone that wants you to actually WORK for a living, or be RESPONSABLE for your...
- Wed Oct 17, 2012 7:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Extra hole in Marlin 444 receiver?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 637
Re: Extra hole in Marlin 444 receiver?
My guess is it was not added, but originally shipped with a saddle ring, and plugged cause someone didn't like it. It apears to be in the correct position. I don't know what years they did it, but my 67' 336 in the photo looks to be about the same year with the strait grip round lever as the pic of ...
- Tue Oct 16, 2012 7:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .348 Brass is Available
- Replies: 19
- Views: 5655
Re: .348 Brass is Available
Just did a quick google search Cabella is now out acording to there web site. Midway has them available for 37.99/50 http://www.midwayusa.com/product/1390280956/winchester-reloading-brass-348-winchester Mcgee Creek outfitters (no idea who that is) has them available for 26.85/50. http://mcgcreek.com...
- Tue Oct 16, 2012 7:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .348 Brass is Available
- Replies: 19
- Views: 5655
Re: .348 Brass is Available
Well I am new to the 348wcf game. I picked up my rifle about a month ago at a collector show. I didn't have any notion of brass availability one way or another, but when I got home I just orderd three sacks of winchester brass from Cabella's, they didn't have any problem shipping me some. I think th...
- Mon Oct 08, 2012 8:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Reloading warning for Hornet/K-Hornet shooters and Lil'Gun
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1858
Re: Reloading warning for Hornet/K-Hornet shooters and Lil'Gun
Just for comparisons sake, some lilgun velocities in my stock ruger 77/22hornet. CCI500-12.5gr.lilgun-40gr.nosler Ballistic tip=2902ft/sec. CCI500-12.5gr.lilgun-40gr.v-max=2862 Haven't shot it for some time, was just looking at notes, but I don't recall ever seeing any pressure signs with these. I a...
- Wed Sep 12, 2012 7:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: AK trip and answered prayer
- Replies: 1
- Views: 247
Re: AK trip and answered prayer
Fantastic Grizz.
Love the picture of the forested hills jutting out of the water.
I wish I was there.
Love the picture of the forested hills jutting out of the water.
I wish I was there.
- Sat Aug 25, 2012 8:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Oregon Arms Collectors BIG SHOW 8/25-8/26
- Replies: 7
- Views: 981
Re: Oregon Arms Collectors BIG SHOW 8/25-8/26
Well Mr. jdad, I am holding you responsible for this. Some how this 71 followed me home from the show. There was a lot of good items there. Much better than the typical gun shows around here. I enjoyed it very much. If the internet source I found is correct it should have been born in 1937. http://i...
- Fri Aug 24, 2012 10:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Savage Combo-guns are back...
- Replies: 32
- Views: 3137
Re: Savage Combo-guns are back...
Good grief. I never been so excited and then so disapointed that quickly in my life.
That is about the ugliest dang thing I ever seen. Could they make a bit more traditional one perhaps.
That is about the ugliest dang thing I ever seen. Could they make a bit more traditional one perhaps.
- Fri Aug 24, 2012 6:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Oregon Arms Collectors BIG SHOW 8/25-8/26
- Replies: 7
- Views: 981
Re: Oregon Arms Collectors BIG SHOW 8/25-8/26
I have never been before.
Maybe I will attend tomarow. Sounds like a good show. Thanks for the heads up.
Maybe I will attend tomarow. Sounds like a good show. Thanks for the heads up.
- Mon Aug 20, 2012 9:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Ollogger, we got er down
- Replies: 39
- Views: 2809
Re: Ollogger, we got er down
Awesome Pitchy! Wish I had my own mill, that is very cool.
- Mon Aug 20, 2012 8:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Took A Scoot Ride Today W/Pics
- Replies: 8
- Views: 621
Re: Took A Scoot Ride Today W/Pics
Indian Paint Brush Blaine. Starts growing around 3000'. Good day for a ride!
- Thu Jul 26, 2012 9:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Front site drift tool
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1891
Re: Front site drift tool
Its rather crude, but I got sick of wacking them with a hammer also. I whiped up this gizmo out of frustration one day. It works pretty good. It could be made better with a bit of time and thought put into it, but I used what was laying around. http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r197/udy450m/IMG_141...
- Tue Jul 24, 2012 9:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Ugh.....Company Re-Organized My Dept..
- Replies: 37
- Views: 2193
Re: Ugh.....Company Re-Organized My Dept..
Well that really sucks Blaine.
Sorry they did that to you.
I see more fishin in your future
Sorry they did that to you.
I see more fishin in your future
- Thu Jul 19, 2012 8:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Firestarter stuff - product recommendation
- Replies: 30
- Views: 2811
Re: Firestarter stuff - product recommendation
I spose its easier on the dry side, but on my side of the hill Its hard enough to start a fire with a gallon of gasoline and a flare, but that usually works. Seriously though I have a terible time trying to get them sparky things to do any thing for me. What I think works best in my pack is dryer li...
- Tue Jul 17, 2012 8:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Under lever project
- Replies: 141
- Views: 7476
Re: Under lever project
Very cool pitchy!
- Fri Jul 13, 2012 12:09 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Quick Wilderness canoe recon (photos)
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1245
Re: Quick Wilderness canoe recon (photos)
Kirk I read this earlier and all I can say is I am envious.
That is some spectacular stuff there, and thanks for sharing.
That is some spectacular stuff there, and thanks for sharing.
- Fri Jul 13, 2012 12:04 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Five Star Steakhouse In Pendelton, OR
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1608
Re: Five Star Steakhouse In Pendelton, OR
Not prime rib, but I never pass LaGrand with out stoping by NewYork Richies in Island City for a Phillie Cheese Steak Samich. They are the best. Its a shame, but the only Prime rib in Oregon I've ever had that I thought was a notch above the rest was served in a place called the Spotted Mule in Bend...
- Sat Jun 30, 2012 8:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Local Gunshow
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1071
Re: Local Gunshow
I hate buying cars. I hate even more that buying a gun is turning in to that kind of business. I have never been one to play games. If a business man puts a price on an item (firearm), then I assume that is the price he wants. If it is not then what the hell did he bother with pricing it to begin wi...
- Wed Jun 20, 2012 7:19 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 1895 CB Trapper Length???
- Replies: 12
- Views: 956
Re: 1895 CB Trapper Length???
Chop the coyboy blaine.
I allways loved the LTDIII a couple inches less would be even cooler.
I allways loved the LTDIII a couple inches less would be even cooler.
- Sat Apr 14, 2012 12:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Kahr Arms
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2197
Re: Kahr Arms
Boy I wish Kahr treated me like that when I purchased a pm40, maybe I would still own one. My experience was horific and they would not make it right. I am done with them my self. Glad they treated you better.
- Wed Mar 28, 2012 10:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 400 grainers in the 444 Marlin
- Replies: 24
- Views: 4634
Re: 400 grainers in the 444 Marlin
6pt-sika, Pretty, pretty impressive data on your various loads. :D Also, no leading with these? Does the 2001 rifle have the 1:20 twist rate? Yes 1-20 . Thats the only reason I bought this gun , to get the 1-20 and stabalize the 400+ bullets . Sika, sorry about the T. So that was what I was getting...
- Tue Mar 27, 2012 12:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 400 grainers in the 444 Marlin
- Replies: 24
- Views: 4634
Re: 400 grainers in the 444 Marlin
6pt-sitka Tell me more about these 400 some grain loads in your 444's. Obviously this is not your first run at them. I do not own a .444, but that will change one day. At any rate from my casual research I come to the conclusion that the marlins don't like the heavy loads in that caliber. If you pro...
- Tue Mar 27, 2012 12:06 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 2008 Civic Literacy Test
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2278
Re: 2008 Civic Literacy Test
Well that was fun, but I only got 24 right. I would personaly question the study how ever. Certianally professors get a better grade than 50% or what ever it was. edit: Can I add that this test is not very telling in what you really know cause it multipul choice, and easy to eliminate several of the...
- Tue Mar 06, 2012 12:32 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Anybody use orange, plastic, bouncing targets?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2568
Re: Anybody use orange, plastic, bouncing targets?
I am impressed so far. I just picked one up not long ago. This one has soaked up about 100 or less of .45 FMJ. The directions say not to use hollow points. Time will tell, but it seams to soak them up well, and quite a hoot. I thought it good practice for quick target acuisition and it is quite livl...
- Fri Mar 02, 2012 10:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Which one do you like in a semiauto pistol
- Replies: 87
- Views: 8788
Re: Which one do you like in a semiauto pistol
alnitak- Cool chart, but I wonder what they are shooting them out of. Assuming those are factory loads (recognize the slug), from winchesters ranger T-series the 230gr.HP .45 clocks at 950+ft/sec. in my kimber. My choice is for auto loaders. #1 1911 for a real gun #2 springfield xd for plastic guns ...
- Fri Mar 02, 2012 10:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: A brief report on a first class pair of binoculars
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1457
Re: A brief report on a first class pair of binoculars
Sorry Kirk didn't mean to direct my comment at you, just the general concensous around here.
- Fri Mar 02, 2012 7:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: A brief report on a first class pair of binoculars
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1457
Re: A brief report on a first class pair of binoculars
I find it interesting that excelent binoculars are worth it, but expensive scopes are not?? I am confused. Any way congrats on the swaro's, they will be the brand of my next pair, I have been blown away with all I have ever looked through. I want a set of there 10x42s I've been using the same piar o...
- Wed Feb 29, 2012 9:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The high price of good rifle scopes
- Replies: 79
- Views: 6843
Re: The high price of good rifle scopes
I am quite suprised at the responses here. I guess if a cheap scope works for you then who am I to say. I could go on for some time about my opinion about brands and such, but the bottom line is I don't think you can get a decent scope for under $200.00 and better around $500 with out picking on any...
- Thu Feb 23, 2012 9:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .401 220-230 gr Kieth
- Replies: 51
- Views: 3634
Re: .401 220-230 gr Kieth
SS- I got no advice for the 10mm. Just wanted to say you should buy one box of them and make sure they function before you invest in a pile of them FP can be finiky in autoloaders. I bought a couple boxes of buffalo bore's 255gr. RNFP hard cast for my kimber .45 and it wont pick it up right, gets hu...
- Fri Feb 17, 2012 8:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Failed the smog test UPDATE
- Replies: 29
- Views: 3073
Re: Failed the smog test but...
I passed with flying colors in all categories except NO emissions at low speed. The old spec was 1125, I had 922. The new spec is 799. In thinking about it, I don't think there's a prayer it can match that. I've had that car 18 years now, and have put 150,000 miles on it. I've replaced everything i...
- Fri Feb 03, 2012 8:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: leading with Oregon Trails bullets
- Replies: 20
- Views: 4200
Re: leading with Oregon Trails bullets
I've got mixed results with them. At the price they charge for them now I don't think I would even bother since you can get good ones for the same price, but I bought scads of them when they were real cheap. Any how, for what its worth: I shoot the 405gr. bullets at 1600 ft/sec. in my 450 marlin. I ...
- Sun Jan 22, 2012 6:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Kahr P9 9mm
- Replies: 9
- Views: 877
Re: Kahr P9 9mm
Maybe I just got a bad one, but Kahr will get no more of my money. It wasn't just the product it was there lack of care after the sale. I purchased a brand new PM40 some years back now. It never did function properly. I liked it enough to put in the effort to make it shoot, but gave up. From day one...
- Thu Jan 19, 2012 7:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: PNW Is About TU From Ice Storm
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1512
Re: PNW Is About TU From Ice Storm
Well I got power back when I got home from work today. I got a warm shower :D . Missed all of yesterday and part of the evening before. I have lots of oil lamps at least. We didn't get hit as bad as you Blaine the radio said it was bad there, but now everything is flooding with the snow melt and rai...
- Sat Jan 14, 2012 2:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Do You Think BigFoot Is Real?
- Replies: 150
- Views: 14523
Re: Do You Think BigFoot Is Real?
I've been reluctant to post this.
Hope I don't get in trouble, but its too good to leave out.
Hope I don't get in trouble, but its too good to leave out.
- Mon Jan 09, 2012 8:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The Mountain Men
- Replies: 61
- Views: 7796
Re: The Mountain Men
Get a copy of Osborn Russel's journal. An educated mountain man who kept a journal of his life. Pretty unique stuff and makes great reading. . +1 The title is called Journal of a Trapper Any one that wants to get a real acount of the mountian mans life this is it. It does not read like a story, but...
- Tue Dec 13, 2011 8:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Spotting Scope Recommendations???
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1583
Re: Spotting Scope Recommendations???
I don't have any high dollar ones to compare it to, but for my use I am happy as can be with the Redfield 20x60, for about $200.00. I felt it was a good deal. It is small and light enough to pack if needed.
- Tue Dec 13, 2011 8:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: TV Show "American Guns" made a new Win 1866. Anyone see it?
- Replies: 45
- Views: 7111
Re: TV Show "American Guns" made a new Win 1866. Anyone see it?
It is amazing that this guy has any business. I can not judge any other than what I have seen on tv, however I feel the same as every one else. The guy comes off as a know it all, and treats his costomers like cr@p, I feel like reaching through the picture box and strangling him. At least it isn't j...
- Sun Dec 11, 2011 9:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Wolves coming to CA
- Replies: 45
- Views: 5536
Re: Wolves coming to CA
I am afraid of what the Oregon packs will be in 5 more years. It will be too late to do anything about it at that point. I hope you fellers down south can do something to stop it before its too late. Right now we are not even allowed to kill one if its attacking your dog right in front of you. Who e...
- Sun Dec 11, 2011 9:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Do you like pump rifles?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1779
Re: Do you like pump rifles?
Yes. I have a 1890 Winchester .22WRF takedown. Fun gun to plink cans with. The barrel is shot out however and kind of patterns more than groops. Still acurate enough to take a grouse on occasion. Also have a Reminton 760 game master later 50's version in .257 Roberts. Its the most acurate rifle I ow...
- Sun Dec 11, 2011 9:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: What do you folks think of the fire sight front beads?
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2794
Re: What do you folks think of the fire sight front beads?
Mearly my opinion. I had one on my 450 marlin for a while. It was quick on target with a rear peep set up in the sun light was best as it glows fantasic, your eye is drawn to it. I would not expect much acuracy out of it much past 75 yards. It is a big bead, and covers too much taget for any kind of...
- Thu Dec 08, 2011 8:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Call it what you want.
- Replies: 47
- Views: 4887
Re: Call it what you want.
It may be just the line of work I am, don't know if it bothers any one else, but I guaranty you if you watch your local news station the next time they have a paving project going on and they show double drum asphault compactor of any make it will be called a STEAM roller. I'll bet no one has ever m...
- Sat Dec 03, 2011 11:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Alaska cruise experience?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2399
Re: Alaska cruise experience?
Its been probably five years ago now, so the details are getting a little foggy, but I can remember basicly the main points. My Wife and I did a 9-10 day cruise can't remember exactly. It was with Holland America, I believe in July. First off, if you've never been to AK, I say your in for a treat. I...
- Wed Nov 30, 2011 9:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Pistol ID
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1307
- Tue Oct 11, 2011 7:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Kel-Tec PMR-30
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2557
Re: Kel-Tec PMR-30
This is a very cool gun, and on my list. I think it would really shine with a laser on it, used in conjunction with dispatching bobcats/coons out of trees in the middle of the night for hound hunting purposes.
- Sun Aug 14, 2011 11:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Why The Hate For Saddle Rings??
- Replies: 74
- Views: 13555
Re: Why The Hate For Saddle Rings??
I don't know. This is the only one I got. I don't use it, but it looks cool. Certianally its not in the way of anything. Doesnt make any noises, it takes some efort to move it, not like it flops around or anything. Just kinda adds caracter, and is quite easilly removed for the offended crowd. How ca...
- Sun Aug 14, 2011 11:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Penetration through sand
- Replies: 5
- Views: 880
Re: Penetration through sand
Tough medium, but cool test and results. Thanks.
- Tue Jul 19, 2011 7:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Way Off Topic, and Personal
- Replies: 26
- Views: 3450
Re: Way Off Topic, and Personal
60
Dang your getting old.
That was a nice truck (for a ford), but if its a price thing then I spose the ranger will do what ever you need it just as well.
Dang your getting old.
That was a nice truck (for a ford), but if its a price thing then I spose the ranger will do what ever you need it just as well.