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by MistWolf
Tue Aug 23, 2011 5:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gunsmoke Trivia
Replies: 78
Views: 11672

Re: Gunsmoke Trivia

jeepnik wrote:Since one Wayne/Arness question was ask, what movie did they co star in that takes place in Hawaii?
Big Jim McLain
by MistWolf
Sun Aug 21, 2011 6:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin closing down
Replies: 88
Views: 13979

Re: Marlin closing down

I guess I'm going to have to get serious about finding a Marlin 45 Colt Cowboy
by MistWolf
Sun Aug 21, 2011 6:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gunsmoke Trivia
Replies: 78
Views: 11672

Re: Gunsmoke Trivia

In the late 60's an episode had Stryker returning to Dodge City after 15 years in prison for murder while he'd been Marshall and Dillon had been his deputy. Dillon had been appointed after testifying against Stryker. Radio might have played that different. I did not know that. I've been watching Gu...
by MistWolf
Sat Aug 20, 2011 4:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gunsmoke Trivia
Replies: 78
Views: 11672

Re: Gunsmoke Trivia

In answer to the OP: Joshua Stryker, played by Morgan Woodward. Interesting. According to my sources, the first Marshal of Dodge City was "Mark Dillon" in "Mark Dillon Goes To Gouge Eye". The first recording was made in 1949 with Rye Billsbury as Marshal Dillon. A second auditio...
by MistWolf
Fri Aug 19, 2011 4:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gunsmoke Trivia
Replies: 78
Views: 11672

Re: Gunsmoke Trivia

UncleBuck wrote:MistWolf,

That is Amanda Blake from the TV series. Very Pretty lady. Too bad Marshall Dillon never married her on the show.
I've been batting a thousand, haven't I? My face is red with embarrassment
by MistWolf
Thu Aug 18, 2011 4:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gunsmoke Trivia
Replies: 78
Views: 11672

Re: Gunsmoke Trivia

If you want to listen to the Gunsmoke radio shows an many others go here: http://www.radiolovers.com/ The radio show used the same scripts as the tv in later years. Theres 400 or so radio shows. John Fixed the link and thank you very much for it. They used some of the stories from the radio show fo...
by MistWolf
Wed Aug 17, 2011 12:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gunsmoke Trivia
Replies: 78
Views: 11672

Re: Gunsmoke Trivia

Terry Murbach wrote:WILLIAM CONRAD WAS MATT DILLON ON THE RADIO.
DOH!! You're right. I got the two mixed up!

Old Savage, who is Sgt Dan Matthews?
by MistWolf
Wed Aug 17, 2011 11:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Might be your prayers or maybe I'm lucky!
Replies: 23
Views: 2825

Re: Might be your prayers or maybe I'm lucky!

Here I am, settin' losing money because I can't go back to work until tomorrow and I come across this thread, just as I was getting ready to start feeling sorry for myself. Dang. I was looking forward to working up a good grumble too! May the Lord bless you and yours and guide the hands of those hea...
by MistWolf
Wed Aug 17, 2011 11:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gunsmoke Trivia
Replies: 78
Views: 11672

Re: Gunsmoke Trivia

Robert Conrad played Matt Dillon on the radio show. But he didn't play the first marshal of Dodge City and Matt Dillon isn't the name of the first marshal. They did originally want John Wayne. He declined the role and recommended James Arness who had been doing stunts for Wayne. John Wayne made a TV...
by MistWolf
Wed Aug 17, 2011 11:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-The weekend on a lighter side.
Replies: 12
Views: 1917

Re: OT-The weekend on a lighter side.

Wonderful pictures. That's what I miss about California. When I was a kid, I carried a 1909 Argentine Mauser all around Kennedy Meadows and the Tehachipis looking for deer. California was a great place to grow up during the 60s & 70s
by MistWolf
Wed Aug 17, 2011 11:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Last day of summer vacation...
Replies: 10
Views: 1479

Re: OT - Last day of summer vacation...

Summer vacation is altogether too short these days. My sons are grown up and out on their own. I miss the boys they were, but I'm proud of the men they are. You'll never go wrong making time for your children
by MistWolf
Wed Aug 17, 2011 11:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gunsmoke Trivia
Replies: 78
Views: 11672

Gunsmoke Trivia

I really like Gunsmoke, both the radio show and the TV program. For fun, let's have a trivia quiz thread. I'll start and whoever gets it right can ask the next question.

What was the name of the first marshal of Dodge City and who played him?
by MistWolf
Mon Jan 31, 2011 7:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Best heard exaggerations
Replies: 52
Views: 6898

Re: Best heard exaggerations

I remember on year as a young'un I went hunting with my father & grandfather high up in the mountains in Utah. We got hit by a blizzard and was stuck in the hunting shack till spring. At one point, it got so cold, it froze the flame of our matches. That made it difficult to talk because our word...
by MistWolf
Fri Nov 26, 2010 4:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT 1952 Ford F-6 truck help needed
Replies: 15
Views: 3533

Re: OT 1952 Ford F-6 truck help needed

Disc brakes can be fitted to nearly any kind of axle with the proper conversion kit. Guys building big 4x4s running huge tires run heavy duty axles converted to disc brakes all the time. I don't know enough to tell you if disc brakes are a better choice or not than modern drum brakes on a heavy vehi...
by MistWolf
Fri Nov 26, 2010 4:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sort of OT - Native American 101? (New question)
Replies: 17
Views: 3346

Re: Sort of OT - Native American 101? (New question)

The Journey of Crazy Horse by Joseph M. Marshall III. I have it as an audio book read by the author. Powerful
by MistWolf
Sun Jul 11, 2010 6:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Christian One-Liners...
Replies: 21
Views: 3286

Re: Christian One-Liners...

My grandfather claimed to be an atheist. "There is no Heaven or Hell and when a man dies, he's simply no more." When he died, we outfitted him in his best suit and placed him in his coffin. I couldn't resist. "Look at you Grandpa," I said. "All dressed up and nowhere to go!&...
by MistWolf
Sat Jul 03, 2010 9:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Christian One-Liners...
Replies: 21
Views: 3286

Re: Christian One-Liners...

Who was the greatest financier in the history of the world?

Noah. When the whole world was in liquidation, he was the only one to float his stock
by MistWolf
Fri Jun 18, 2010 11:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A "suspicious" box arrived this afternoon.
Replies: 41
Views: 4957

Re: A "suspicious" box arrived this afternoon.

Mike D. wrote:Sorry, it's just a beat up old 1886 Extra Lightweight Take Down .45-90 WCF rifle. :)
Image
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Oh, is that all....

:D
by MistWolf
Fri Jun 18, 2010 12:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Father's Day Book Drawing: NEW WINNER REDRAWN
Replies: 43
Views: 4983

Re: Father's Day Book Drawing WINNER !

Congrats Derek, you lucky dog! :)
by MistWolf
Fri Jun 18, 2010 11:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Old Forum
Replies: 20
Views: 2863

Re: OT-Old Forum

Gentlemen, See if this link will help you: http://web.archive.org/web/*/www.leverguns.sixgunner.com/ Shawn I used this link, clicked on a date then clicked on "SEARCH" then clicked on Search By Member to find my nick. The earliest I was able to trace my nick on this board was the 4th of N...
by MistWolf
Fri Jun 18, 2010 11:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Twirling (Twirl cocking) the 92.....
Replies: 19
Views: 3557

Re: Twirling (Twirl cocking) the 92.....

Screw the anti-gunners. It's just a stunt and the OP mentioned he was only using inert dummy rounds.

I do agree I wouldn't want to see this done with live ammo or on a range. As for getting whacked, you pay your money & take your chances
by MistWolf
Fri Jun 18, 2010 11:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: interesting Trail Boss occurrence
Replies: 12
Views: 2196

Re: interesting Trail Boss occurrence

When using a funnel, try pouring the powder slowly in a steady stream at it's side so the grains swirl down and through without clumping. It helps the powder settle in the case more uniformly
by MistWolf
Sat Jun 12, 2010 4:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 357 Levergun vs 30 Carbine vs AR15 - Which for HD?
Replies: 70
Views: 11025

Re: 357 Levergun vs 30 Carbine vs AR15 - Which for HD?

My first pick is the AR. It's LESS likely to over penetrate than the others, is light, handy, simple to use and hits hard at the distances found inside my house. I can reliably mount a flashlight on it. Ammo is easy to find and available in wide variety. It's recoil is light and controllable. Built ...
by MistWolf
Sat Jun 12, 2010 2:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-How to Sell Toothbrushes!
Replies: 4
Views: 836

Re: OT-How to Sell Toothbrushes!

That was pretty good! But the market sure is limited, as you can only sell a "tooth" brush in Maine ... ...anywhere else, and you'd have to sell TEETH brushes!!! :wink: :shock: :lol: :D Old No7 ps: Q: What do you get when you put 32 BMWs (Big Maine Woman) in a room??? A: A full set of tee...
by MistWolf
Fri Jun 11, 2010 9:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How about the "most under-appreciated" cartridge!
Replies: 137
Views: 15398

Re: How about the "most under-appreciated" cartridge!

...Perhaps he was referring to bullets that were mostly round nose with only a tiny meplat. The Keith bullet is a puncher alright, primarily because of its large meplat... That's exactly right. Keith figured out that the small or non-existent meplat of round nosed bullets of the day gave poor termi...
by MistWolf
Fri Jun 11, 2010 8:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Okay.....LEAST favorite cartridge
Replies: 122
Views: 11711

Re: Okay.....LEAST favorite cartridge

What can the WSM & RSAUM do that the other magnums cannot? Shed that darned useless belt. That's why I cheered when the beltless magnums came out. Belted 300 Win Mag or beltless 300 WSM? Beltless please. The other thing they can do, the 300 RSAUM in particular, is give reliable 300 Win Mag perfo...
by MistWolf
Fri Jun 11, 2010 7:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Iron sights, or, rather the lack there of
Replies: 40
Views: 4480

Re: OT- Iron sights, or, rather the lack there of

J Miller wrote:
MistWolf wrote:You could always go for an Ishapore Enfield in 7.62x51
If your responding to my post, I have one already. If you weren't responding to my post, I still have one already.

Joe
Actually, I was responding to Andrew, the original poster. I think an 03-A3 would be better, but he was looking for a 308
by MistWolf
Thu Jun 10, 2010 6:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Father's Day Book Drawing: NEW WINNER REDRAWN
Replies: 43
Views: 4983

Re: Free Father's Day Book Drawing: PLAINS INDIANS

I'd like to apply for the drawing. Thank you for putting this up. The art looks beautiful
by MistWolf
Thu Jun 03, 2010 8:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Iron sights, or, rather the lack there of
Replies: 40
Views: 4480

Re: OT- Iron sights, or, rather the lack there of

You could always go for an Ishapore Enfield in 7.62x51
by MistWolf
Thu Jun 03, 2010 8:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So what's your favorite Western Movie Music.
Replies: 40
Views: 6100

Re: So what's your favorite Western Movie Music.

Definitely "The Good, The Bad & The Ugly". It stands out in my mind. "Bonanza". Great, memorable theme song! Outlaws. Not a movie, but a western computer game that came out many years ago. Very fun to play! The game and the music was a well done tribute to all the great weste...
by MistWolf
Thu Jun 03, 2010 8:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another "what would you pick" thread...
Replies: 32
Views: 3376

Re: Another "what would you pick" thread...

Handgun- Ruger Single Six Flatgate 22LR with walnut stocks. Mine will have a 5.5" barrel Rifle- Remington 03A3 with C stock. I love these old rifles Since I have no idea which shotgun, I'll pick another handgun- Colt Anaconda in 45 Colt with a 5 or 6 inch barrel. Since S&W can have a 44 Mag...
by MistWolf
Thu Nov 05, 2009 9:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What "ONE" lever gun would you buy yourself?
Replies: 78
Views: 6106

Re: What "ONE" lever gun would you buy yourself?

Ever since I could remember, I've wanted a Winchester 94 with a half octagon/half round barrel, silver capped forearm, chambered for 25-35. It was my grandfathers. My uncle got it when Grandpa passed away, then I got it when my uncle passed. Of all the firearms I've ever acquired, it's the one that...
by MistWolf
Sat Oct 31, 2009 6:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ot but sorta funny
Replies: 10
Views: 1210

Re: Ot but sorta funny

Wife got called back to work tonight (shift went unmanned ... guy had a car wreck but will be OK) So I am alone and unsupervised. Prowling around looking for snackfood. Bingo---plastic deli box full of fudge looking stuff. Lid says "Warm Cinnimon Buns"..............so I open the bad boy u...
by MistWolf
Sat Oct 31, 2009 12:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What "ONE" lever gun would you buy yourself?
Replies: 78
Views: 6106

Re: What "ONE" lever gun would you buy yourself?

I agree with all of you about a restoration. I don't want to do a restoration but have it gone through, properly cleaned and checked for mechanical condition by an expert
by MistWolf
Fri Oct 30, 2009 12:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What "ONE" lever gun would you buy yourself?
Replies: 78
Views: 6106

Re: What "ONE" lever gun would you buy yourself?

Ever since I could remember, I've wanted a Winchester 94 with a half octagon/half round barrel, silver capped forearm, chambered for 25-35. It was my grandfathers. My uncle got it when Grandpa passed away, then I got it when my uncle passed. Of all the firearms I've ever acquired, it's the one that'...
by MistWolf
Mon Jan 12, 2009 12:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Okay.....LEAST favorite cartridge
Replies: 122
Views: 11711

Re: Okay.....LEAST favorite cartridge

9mm, 380, 25ACP and the 30-30. I've never been able to warm up to the 30-30. Shot it in a Winchester 94 carbine and the recoil was painful. Crazy thing is, I have a soft spot for the 25-35 because of the rifle my grandfather had. I guess I don't really care for the 7.62 Russian Rimmed, 7.7 Jap or th...
by MistWolf
Sat Oct 25, 2008 6:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT PatriotPost Humor
Replies: 9
Views: 1106

Re: OT PatriotPost Humor

Term limitations is the worst idea we've ever come up with. Pols have no incentive to keep any promises and those who do serve with honor are gone all too quickly. Worse, constituents have no reason to learn about the issues or to campaign for or against their representative in office. Just vote for...
by MistWolf
Fri Oct 24, 2008 9:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stargate Atlantis, Winchesters and I watch too much TV
Replies: 4
Views: 741

Re: Stargate Atlantis, Winchesters and I watch too much TV

jeepnik wrote:...Stoner...Poor Eugene must have been teased about that one...
Not after he built the first prototype of his infamous Evil Black Rifle... Muhahahahahaha!
by MistWolf
Fri Oct 24, 2008 2:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: vets in the house - ailing kittens- update
Replies: 16
Views: 2053

Re: OT: Any veterinarians in the house - ailing kittens

Most grocery stores have canned condensed goat's milk in the baking section. That's what I used when I found a small kitten in my driveway that had been abandoned by her mother. Unfortunately, I lost her almost a year later when I moved :cry:
by MistWolf
Fri Oct 24, 2008 2:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: vets in the house - ailing kittens- update
Replies: 16
Views: 2053

Re: OT: Any veterinarians in the house - ailing kittens

Most grocery stores have canned condensed goat's milk in the baking section. That's what I used when I found a small kitten in my driveway that had been abandoned by her mother. Unfortunately, I lost her almost a year later when I moved :cry:
by MistWolf
Thu Oct 23, 2008 8:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: vets in the house - ailing kittens- update
Replies: 16
Views: 2053

Re: OT: Any veterinarians in the house - ailing kittens

Cow's milk is bad for cats. They have a hard time digesting it right. You can also get help at http://www.catforum.com/ Just keep in mind they're cat people on that forum :D
by MistWolf
Thu Oct 23, 2008 11:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT=squeaky the pig
Replies: 10
Views: 1122

Re: OT=squeaky the pig

Squeaky is worth a lot more than just Bacon, that's for sure! :D My uncle had a 3 legged pig on his ranch in North Dakota. I asked him "What's up with the 3 legged pig, Uncle Rudy?" He said "That's a very special pig. Once, a cousin of yours fell into the pond and that pig jumped in ...
by MistWolf
Thu Oct 23, 2008 11:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Gamekeeper - take cover!!!
Replies: 9
Views: 1180

Re: OT - Gamekeeper - take cover!!!

Seems like that ball bearing pistol isn't the only thing that's gas powered
by MistWolf
Wed Oct 22, 2008 2:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: When it rains, it pours, - UPDATE x 2
Replies: 54
Views: 5576

Re: OT: When it rains, it pours, then it dumps on you - UPDATE

What's the latest on this situation? Help still needed?
by MistWolf
Wed Oct 15, 2008 12:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: When it rains, it pours, - UPDATE x 2
Replies: 54
Views: 5576

Re: OT: When it rains, it pours, then it dumps on you - UPDATE

Maybe we can do a "Pay it Forward" sale to help out?
by MistWolf
Wed Oct 15, 2008 12:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need some Winchester Calendar Input
Replies: 40
Views: 3847

Re: Need some Winchester Calendar Input

If this is the kind of picture you're looking for, let me know. Critique appreciated
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I know this particular photo is not as sharp as it should be
by MistWolf
Tue Oct 14, 2008 1:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Brad Johnson 1886
Replies: 17
Views: 3301

Re: Brad Johnson 1886

I have to think of that beautiful rifle, or a new Marlin and ask myself- which will have a dignified patina of age after twenty years of hunting?
by MistWolf
Tue Oct 14, 2008 1:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bear Defense in Alaska
Replies: 75
Views: 7808

Re: Bear Defense in Alaska

Well, I figger 92 + 60 is 152%! MUCH better odds! :lol:
by MistWolf
Tue Oct 14, 2008 1:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "From Where the Sun Now Stands"
Replies: 14
Views: 1591

Re: "From Where the Sun Now Stands"

It's unfortunate that many historians of the period rejected Indian history because it was oral, not written. Historians didn't bother to record oral histories of peoples throughout the world because it wasn't written and therefore "hearsay". As a result, much has been lost
by MistWolf
Tue Oct 14, 2008 11:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "From Where the Sun Now Stands"
Replies: 14
Views: 1591

Re: "From Where the Sun Now Stands"

Both of those titles are from a speech by Nez Perce chief Joseph aka Rolling Thunder in the Hills I found him to be very inspirational, quite a person. Yes, when he surrendered he said "From where the sun now stands, I will fight no more forever." What I really liked about the novel was h...