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by Udy
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...
by Udy
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 ...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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 ...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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.
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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.
by Udy
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.
by Udy
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.
by Udy
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!
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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 :wink:
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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!
by Udy
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.
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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. :wink:
I allways loved the LTDIII a couple inches less would be even cooler.
by Udy
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.
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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 ...
by Udy
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.
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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 ...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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.

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by Udy
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...
by Udy
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.
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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...
by Udy
Wed Nov 30, 2011 9:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pistol ID
Replies: 14
Views: 1307

Re: Pistol ID

by Udy
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.
by Udy
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...
by Udy
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.
by Udy
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.