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- Mon Nov 07, 2016 9:05 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: But it was on sale! ( brief range report 11/7)
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1680
- Tue Oct 07, 2014 11:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Old Winchester 94. (1971)
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2988
Re: Old Winchester 94. (1971)
Haggler, you did a great job on that rifle.
- Tue Oct 07, 2014 9:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Old Winchester 94. (1971)
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2988
Re: Old Winchester 94. (1971)
The Marlin 336 is a great sporting/ hunting rifle. It would make a poor patrol carbine as it is hard to chamber a round at other than vertical. The 94 is more versital in various roles including defense, truck gun, etc
- Tue Oct 07, 2014 7:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Old Winchester 94. (1971)
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2988
Re: Old Winchester 94. (1971)
Thanks for posting photo. The 94 is a joy to handle and shoot. It's been a few years. I have had Marlins for 10 years. The Winchester 94 is great to handle.hard to beat a 30-30.
- Tue Oct 07, 2014 7:19 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Old Winchester 94. (1971)
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2988
- Tue Oct 07, 2014 4:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Old Winchester 94. (1971)
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2988
Re: Old Winchester 94. (1971)
Beauty vs character
- Tue Oct 07, 2014 2:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Old Winchester 94. (1971)
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2988
Old Winchester 94. (1971)
I was 23 when my 94 was made. Winchesters are becoming more valuable. This one is pretty rough. I'd like to re finish the stock. Will it matter to the value of the rifle. I traded a older store brand Marlin for it plus some cash. I don't think it has "collector value" as such. I am sure th...
- Mon May 19, 2014 2:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Thoughts on Generations gone by, and technology.
- Replies: 56
- Views: 5205
Re: Thoughts on Generations gone by, and technology.
I view the baby boom generation (I am one) as a bridge generation. As has been posted many recall talking to parents or grandparent who lived in a pre machine age. The boomers also will talk to those who may go Mars and have never been in a world without computers. My father died 20 years ago never ...
- Thu May 15, 2014 8:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Your current long gun of choice ?
- Replies: 86
- Views: 8279
Re: Your current long gun of choice ?
Grizz, I have had that 99 for about a year. I traded a Glock for it at the hight of the rush for AR15. And other semi weapons. The dealer traded even. I guess none of the high speed guys wanted an antique lever gun. However I am older than the rifle. I wish you success in getting another. Wen I was ...
- Wed May 14, 2014 8:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Your current long gun of choice ?
- Replies: 86
- Views: 8279
Re: Your current long gun of choice ?
Depend on time you ask. As of now it's my Savage 99.243. I have not hunted with it but have used .243 hard to explain why this 99 is so appealing.
- Mon May 12, 2014 6:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Whats your field carry knife? Thoughts?
- Replies: 64
- Views: 6393
Re: Whats your field carry knife? Thoughts?
Green river from Jantz Supply cheap, sharp functional.
- Mon May 12, 2014 4:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Savage 99
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1860
Re: Savage 99
I do not think the"x" is original. Specially not in that spot over the Savage brand stamp.
Home from work to look over my 99f .243. There is a "2" stamped in a similar spot but lower not overlapping "Savage" logo. "X" does not belong there.
Home from work to look over my 99f .243. There is a "2" stamped in a similar spot but lower not overlapping "Savage" logo. "X" does not belong there.
- Mon May 12, 2014 1:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: neighbors!
- Replies: 41
- Views: 3775
Re: neighbors!
I got neighbors that shoot on all sides. Makes me nervous, but they still ain't invited me over to shoot with them. That would "calm" my nerves.
I think it could help them to know that someone in the neighbor hood is armed.
I think it could help them to know that someone in the neighbor hood is armed.
- Mon May 12, 2014 1:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Savage 99
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1860
Re: Savage 99
Centennial , were you thinking of of bidding?
- Mon May 12, 2014 10:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Savage 99
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1860
Re: Savage 99
I don't think it is near a $600. gun. .243 usually get a premium price but this one has to many problems. The X looks like a small chisel made it not a stamp. It is a post million rifle with no round counter. I got last year a 99f in.243 in some better shape than the one listed. It is pre million fr...
- Thu May 08, 2014 12:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: LYMAN 310 Reloading Tools
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1107
Re: LYMAN 310 Reloading Tools
I got a 310 set to go with my antique (1932) Marlin 93. It is easy to use adds some completeness to my set up. But as you say they are expensive. They are fun to use. Check Ebay fly occasional bargain on those
- Fri Mar 07, 2014 8:08 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: You have one firearm to survive what is it?
- Replies: 167
- Views: 21827
Re: You have one firearm to survive what is it?
Only one? Hard question for today when we have so many choices. My dad had one rifle. It was his sporterized 03-A3, 30-06. To choose one I go with my Marlin 30-30. Ain't seen any zombies in these parts.
- Mon Dec 09, 2013 10:59 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 93 Marlin and gear
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2360
Re: 93 Marlin and gear
That is in good shape, I saw one on ebay for $99. It will have to wait. Marlin, and ideal had some sort of corporate ties or combined ownership at one time.
- Sun Dec 08, 2013 11:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 93 Marlin and gear
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2360
Re: 93 Marlin and gear
Thanks, I'll be looking for the Winchester tool.
- Sun Dec 08, 2013 10:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 93 Marlin and gear
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2360
Re: 93 Marlin and gear
This is first time I've used a lyman ideal loader. I'll post more in the reloading section later. Wrong sight but I like the way it fits.
- Sun Dec 08, 2013 10:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 93 Marlin and gear
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2360
Re: 93 Marlin and gear
The 310 is printed 25-35, but that has the same base brass as 30-30. The loading dies are 30-30 and fit the hand tool. The old time steel tools fit one caliber. The Marble is a M36. I thought it would fit the 93, but it did only put far back on the tang which makes it better as I can grip the rifle ...
- Sun Dec 08, 2013 8:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 93 Marlin and gear
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2360
Re: 93 Marlin and gear
As much as I am able I wanted to have period tools and gear for the 93. The load tools came on ebay a couple of weeks ago. The hand tool is the old iron tool specific to "25-35" but will do 30-30 as they have the same base. I also got a tang sight for the rifle. Not exactly the right one b...
- Sun Dec 08, 2013 7:28 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 93 Marlin and gear
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2360
93 Marlin and gear
I posted this on the Marlin sight, but thought the lever gunners here might enjoy the photos of my 93 and load gear. The gear consist of Lyman ideal tools; 310 hand press, 30-30 dies, full length sizer, bullet mold, led pot, dipper, and gas checks.
- Tue Dec 03, 2013 10:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Woods carry rifle choice for hog, deer, black bear and elk
- Replies: 65
- Views: 8062
Re: Woods carry rifle choice for hog, deer, black bear and e
I like my Mosin m44 for these task. 7.62x54r will do the job. I have a Remington 740 in 06 that would do.
- Wed Sep 25, 2013 8:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Marlin 1893 & Marbles M5 Range Report.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1451
Re: Marlin 1893 & Marbles M5 Range Report.
Does the bolt strike the sight? I have a 93 and been wanting a tang sight that fits
P.S. That is a classy rig!!!!
P.S. That is a classy rig!!!!
- Mon Aug 19, 2013 8:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Double guns
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1576
Re: Double guns
I'd use it for targets and hunting, I.e. dove and clay birds.
- Mon Aug 19, 2013 8:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Savage 99f
- Replies: 4
- Views: 896
Savage 99f
Another question: What is the rifle twist of a Savage 99f .243?
- Mon Aug 19, 2013 8:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Double guns
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1576
Double guns
I am looking to get a 12 gauge double gun. How does sxs compare to over and under?
- Fri Jun 07, 2013 2:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Mini lathe
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2524
Mini lathe
I saw one of those mini lathes for $350. At a local pawn shop. It has 12 in between centers. Do any of you here use one of these. Are these worth the time and price? I do not have space for a floor lathe even a small one.
- Thu Jun 06, 2013 9:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 30-30 bullet recommendations
- Replies: 34
- Views: 4465
Re: 30-30 bullet recommendations
I read a 1930 NRA article predicting the demise of the 30-30 as it is a once a year hunter. It was described as a "brush" gun. That was 80 + years ago. I guess the 30WCF didn't read the article. The 30-30 and the levergun was outclassed by power from the beginning I.e. 30-40 Krag, 7mm Maus...
- Tue Jun 04, 2013 2:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
Re: M44 accuracy project
This last outing was Winchester White box brass case boxer primed 180 gr.
- Mon Jun 03, 2013 11:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
Re: M44 accuracy project
Mine had no bayonet. The match is off hand with no sling. I will,see if my efforts help.
- Mon Jun 03, 2013 4:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
Re: M44 accuracy project
Dave, good idea to think about!!!!!!
Thanks
Thanks
- Mon Jun 03, 2013 1:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
Re: M44 accuracy project
Somebody has to set the match baseline
The next match is Saturday. I'll keep all informed.
The next match is Saturday. I'll keep all informed.
- Fri May 31, 2013 12:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Unknown Revolver Frame
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1544
Re: Unknown Revolver Frame
Looks like "Haws" 44 mag
- Fri May 31, 2013 12:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
Re: M44 accuracy project
I completed the pillar installation on the 44 and put in a couple of aluminum soda can washers to lighten the trigger. There is good results. The target is centered and less scattered. This is today's 100 yard target http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb108/RickFoster/35211a5c-10dc-4095-bea9-85f379a...
- Fri May 24, 2013 2:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
Re: M44 accuracy project
My groups at the range had little improvement, but I have not secured the pillars with epoxy yet. I have not slugged the barrel. Not giving up. I did get the pillars glued in last evening. The next step is to reduce trigger pull.
- Fri May 24, 2013 6:08 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
Re: M44 accuracy project
It will need pillar front and back and epoxy bedding. I bought a drill press yesterday to get the holes right. The pillars are available from "Rock Solid" of Aluminum that require 1/2inch whole. The homemade ones will take 7/16.
- Thu May 23, 2013 7:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
Re: M44 accuracy project
I have been using this rifle in a service rifle match every couple of months at the local gun club against Garands, ARs, and M1As. This is a 200 yard open sight match standing, sitting, nealing, and prone. No slings or rest. I'd like to do better at the match.
- Thu May 23, 2013 7:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
Re: M44 accuracy project
I have a post WWII M44 of Hungarian manufacture. It was made in 1953. It has been used a lot probably used in the 1956 uprising. It was made in Budapest. It looks like an old war horse. I think the difference between carbine and Rife are small.
- Thu May 23, 2013 5:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
Re: M44 accuracy project
I would like that kind of group at 150yards. I think this rifle can be improved. I will post a 100 yard target from the range tomorrow.
- Thu May 23, 2013 12:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
- Thu May 23, 2013 12:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
- Thu May 23, 2013 12:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: M44 accuracy project
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2322
M44 accuracy project
I have two M44's. I have been wanting to do a accuracy project on these rifle so have started with putting in pillard at the action bolts. I want to use regular hardware store supples. I got plumbing pipe for the pillars. It is 7/16 with the ID of 1/4. it fits the actions bolts. At my first test it ...
- Tue May 21, 2013 7:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: m44
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1103
Re: Off topic m44
The "lime-a-way" was very effective in removing the rust. This morning I used 000steel wool and Rem oil. I can see a shine, land and grooves. More at the end of the week. There was lots of rust. It is not shreading patches now.
- Mon May 20, 2013 10:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: m44
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1103
Re: Off topic m44
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Thanks, I will remember that.
Thanks, I will remember that.
- Mon May 20, 2013 9:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: m44
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1103
Re: Off topic m44
Well I have it apart in the shop with barrel plugged and filled with lime a way. 1. Clear rust. 2 deal with roughness. I am thinking of low velocity cast lead reloads and valve grinding/ polishing compound to " fire lap" barrel.
- Mon May 20, 2013 9:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: m44
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1103
Re: Off topic m44
Biggest lesson is buyer beware and have a bore light.
- Mon May 20, 2013 9:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: m44
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1103
m44
Well I was sedused by an m44 mosin today at a pawn shop. It looked so much better than the one I have been shooting. But when I got it home for a closer inspection it seems my old Hungarian with a shiny barrel looks good. Apparently the owner of the "new" M44 never cleaned the rifle. There...
- Sat May 18, 2013 7:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Reloading for Savage 99
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1720
Re: Reloading for Savage 99
The Sierra data list imr4895 32gr as a minimum charge. I used it cause powder is scares and that is what I had most of. I may stick to commercial ammo until the supply "drought" lets up. I will be looking for a die set. Lots of good advice. I strictly avoid hot roding loads. The middle is ...