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by handirifle
Mon Sep 26, 2016 5:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Magnificent Seven
Replies: 13
Views: 2669

Re: Magnificent Seven

Well it's been so long since I saw the original, I don't remember it anyway. We saw the new one a couple days ago while in OR and I loved it. I have no problem with remakes, MOST of the time. Every once in a while they really screw one up but I thought this one was excellent. I am a big Denzel fan a...
by handirifle
Thu Sep 22, 2016 1:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Care To Comment On Washington AG's proposed Gun Ban?
Replies: 17
Views: 2481

Re: Care To Comment On Washington AG's proposed Gun Ban?

For those that think that a "little gun control" is OK, just look 2 states south. Here in CA I remember when I could buy or sell a handgun at a local hardware store. Walk in, buy, walk out. Now it has to be a 10 day wait, for a STATE APPROVED handgun, and that list is soon going to get eve...
by handirifle
Tue Sep 20, 2016 12:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Got THE email today
Replies: 26
Views: 2360

Re: Got THE email today

That IS a great looking rifle, no doubt. I don't know much about either round, but how does the 460 compare to the 444, in a levergun?
by handirifle
Mon Sep 19, 2016 12:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Costs You $82 -- to Get $100 Cabela's Gift Card?!?!
Replies: 7
Views: 1053

Re: Costs You $82 -- to Get $100 Cabela's Gift Card?!?!

Not surprised. I was in Cabelas yesterday for some boots and bullets. Signs all over showed $100 gift cards for $90. I got boots that were $139, on sale for 107, but they were offering an additional 25% off everything in store. My $139 boots were $83 out the door. So a $100 git card under those deal...
by handirifle
Thu Sep 01, 2016 12:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So I thought I was in good shape
Replies: 18
Views: 2557

Re: So I thought I was in good shape

I was browsing through the channels the other day and settled on an old show, "Expendables 2". Never watched the show before and I came in on it part way through. I say all this cause there is this scene where Stallone, and Jason Stathom are leading the group of old guys up a steep hill. S...
by handirifle
Wed Aug 10, 2016 11:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Little Johnny Questions Hillary...
Replies: 4
Views: 682

Re: Little Johnny Questions Hillary...

And now a DNC employee is murdered on the streets of DC, no robbery motive as his watch, cell phone and wallet were still on him. Wiki Leaks is making accusations. Can you say shades of Whitewater?
by handirifle
Wed Aug 10, 2016 10:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 308 Win in Big Bore 307?
Replies: 4
Views: 1301

Re: 308 Win in Big Bore 307?

OK, the cases are identical, except for slightly larger rim on the 307, so it's the bullet choice, then. Or at least where the cennelure is located. Thanks.
by handirifle
Wed Aug 10, 2016 4:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 308 Win in Big Bore 307?
Replies: 4
Views: 1301

Re: 308 Win in Big Bore 307?

Is COAL usually an issue? I know pointed bullets can be loaded 1 in chamber, 1 in magazine, but will they feed OK? Assuming something like a 150-165gr load.
by handirifle
Wed Aug 10, 2016 1:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 308 Win in Big Bore 307?
Replies: 4
Views: 1301

308 Win in Big Bore 307?

I know it's been discussed before, but can the 308 Win (factory loads) be fired safely in a Big Bore 307? Feeding or ejecting issues not withstanding.
by handirifle
Thu Aug 04, 2016 5:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Best Gun-Friendly States according to G&A
Replies: 20
Views: 2971

Re: The Best Gun-Friendly States according to G&A

Yea CA is number 51, (out of 50) or was it 54 like Odumbo said?
by handirifle
Thu Aug 04, 2016 5:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Executive Order that will impact the shooting sports
Replies: 36
Views: 4492

Re: New Executive Order that will impact the shooting sports

Gun control has and never will be about stopping or reducing crime or criminals, it's about control, of us. Next there will be an EO on USING firearms, or running a shooting range. There is no end to where these people will go, and we MUST defeat them in November, if not WE are the defeated. I have ...
by handirifle
Thu Jul 28, 2016 9:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Small Prayers Needed...
Replies: 24
Views: 2121

Re: Small Prayers Needed...

Sent, God Bless and comfort
by handirifle
Fri Jul 15, 2016 4:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question = Zulu time
Replies: 20
Views: 3039

Re: Question = Zulu time

Just think that if you are a military leader and have to plan a mission. The boots on the ground tell you the bad guys is going to be "available" at around 0800Z. Said military leader then knows exactly what time it is (cause he has a clock set to Z time) and how much time he has to coordi...
by handirifle
Fri Oct 09, 2015 10:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Making change
Replies: 23
Views: 2060

Re: Making change

Amazes me how the school system churns out so many people who are not equipped to live life without the helping handouts of the gubermit. John Well, who's runnin' 'em? When I worked for the guvmint, I was always be advised to "...vote for this..." Why, I'd ask, all it'll do is raise my ta...
by handirifle
Mon Oct 05, 2015 11:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Drought is taking its toll
Replies: 18
Views: 1762

Re: Drought is taking its toll

Thanks. We need to look into them a bit closer.
by handirifle
Mon Oct 05, 2015 1:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A blind hog finds a .348
Replies: 20
Views: 2101

Re: A blind hog finds a .348

Saw specs on Buffalo Bore ammo with a 250gr bullet at 2300fps. That ought to pack a whallop.
by handirifle
Mon Oct 05, 2015 12:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Year Was 1955
Replies: 7
Views: 1188

Re: The Year Was 1955

When we bought our first house, in 1976, I told my wife that NO HOUSE was worth $22,000. In 2010, I spent almost that much for my 20x30 workshop.
by handirifle
Sun Oct 04, 2015 11:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Drought is taking its toll
Replies: 18
Views: 1762

Re: Drought is taking its toll

Yea my wife and I have talked, but never bought, about a tail camera. No idea which one to get, and don't want to spend a lot on one. I could use it on my deer hunting property (not mine) as well. Suggestions? 44shooter I wish we could run a pipeline from there to here. They did it once with the aqu...
by handirifle
Sun Oct 04, 2015 9:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 100yds plus.
Replies: 17
Views: 1672

Re: 100yds plus.

Nice shooting. Do you guys have the same problem getting rimfire ammo as we have?
by handirifle
Sat Oct 03, 2015 11:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: John Wayne shooting cyclists.
Replies: 44
Views: 5012

Re: John Wayne shooting cyclists.

I gave up cycling 10 years ago when I got tired of being too close to cars, with NO BIKE LANE TO RIDE IN. Sorry, but it's not a RIGHT. Look it up, neither is driving, it's a state provided privilege that CAN BE REVOKED. Get a DUI, drive reckless etc, you lose your license. Do not pass the test, lose...
by handirifle
Sat Oct 03, 2015 10:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BioDiesel
Replies: 28
Views: 3591

Re: BioDiesel

Akkkkkkk we pay some of the highest road taxes in the country here, never used bio out of choice, and our roads are some of the absolute worst in the country. Have driven in vast majority of our states highways and CA's freeways will shake the fillings out of your teeth. Freakin (won't say which par...
by handirifle
Sat Oct 03, 2015 9:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Drought is taking its toll
Replies: 18
Views: 1762

Re: Drought is taking its toll

Yes, sad. Normally, every year I buy a deer tag, and have scored 3 out of 4 years. Hunt a good neighbors land a mile behind me. This year I passed on buying a tag or license. The deer are having a hard enough time without me adding to it.
by handirifle
Thu Oct 01, 2015 10:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Drought is taking its toll
Replies: 18
Views: 1762

Re: Drought is taking its toll

Sadly I doubt it. These idiots out here have been making stupid decisions for many years, ie Nancy Pelosi.......need I say more?
by handirifle
Thu Oct 01, 2015 9:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Drought is taking its toll
Replies: 18
Views: 1762

Re: Drought is taking its toll

We have had a 10 gallon tub out by the road for several months now and I see all sorts of critters drinking from it but never deer or bigger animals, but I am sure they use it. Today I found out the rancher tracked down and shot the bear. US Forestry Service came and picked it up. There is no bear h...
by handirifle
Wed Sep 30, 2015 11:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Drought is taking its toll
Replies: 18
Views: 1762

Drought is taking its toll

Well into our third straight year of drought, here in Kalifornia, and from what I have been hearing lately, we might be heading into year 4. The animals around here have been showing it too. We have had all sorts of odd behavior from them. We live in the country, so seeing wildlife on the roads and ...
by handirifle
Tue Sep 29, 2015 2:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: John Wayne shooting cyclists.
Replies: 44
Views: 5012

Re: John Wayne shooting cyclists.

Just a matter of courtesy. Like other groups, most are courtesy and realize that they need to choose where they bike and not pick high traffic or dangerous areas. Unfortunately, a minority elects to do exactly the opposite. Case in point - a lone bike rider cycling on a heavily-traveled dangerous r...
by handirifle
Mon Sep 28, 2015 1:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Last Gun Store In San Fran Gives Up
Replies: 14
Views: 1425

Re: The Last Gun Store In San Fran Gives Up

The part of CA I live in, currently, is pretty conservative. Ranchers mostly, folks that know hard work, and are very conservative. The political demographics here are slowly changing, as folks from LA and Bay areas are retiring and moving here for it's scenic beauty, plus it's about 18 miles to the...
by handirifle
Wed Aug 19, 2015 12:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Windows 10 experiences
Replies: 39
Views: 4538

Re: Windows 10 experiences

I was VERY happy with Win XP, then my laptop died. NO ONE was selling one with XP, all Win 8. I hate Win 8, so much so, my next upgrade will be to a Mac. I know they are not perfect, but my wife's never has the issues I do.
by handirifle
Sat Aug 15, 2015 12:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Those Of You With Travel Trailers
Replies: 25
Views: 2475

Re: Those Of You With Travel Trailers

Been towing RV's since the 80's. Started with pull trailers, now pull 5th wheels. A van leaves no choice there. Never had a slide out on a pull trailer, but both 5th wheels have them. Never had a single issue. Maintenance is key. Folks want to use the stuff out of trailers and are mad when something...
by handirifle
Fri Aug 14, 2015 4:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 375 bullet advice
Replies: 12
Views: 2782

Re: 375 bullet advice

Did you recover that bullet? Wondering if it expanded or if it acts more like a solid.
by handirifle
Mon Aug 10, 2015 11:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Now I Know Where All The .22 Ammo Has Gone
Replies: 16
Views: 2997

Re: Now I Know Where All The .22 Ammo Has Gone

All one has to do is read the scriptures to know the answers. Ask a Dr. to verify the facts. When the soldiers pierced His side blood AND water poured out. It is ONLY after death that our blood separates from the water in our bodies. His bones were not broken because it was prophesied they would not...
by handirifle
Sun Jul 26, 2015 11:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Seriously! Another project???
Replies: 20
Views: 2247

Re: Seriously! Another project???

It looks nice. Like the H&R rifles wanted to be, but didn't quite make it.
by handirifle
Sun Jul 12, 2015 12:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I can't get internet....!!!! Any suggestions...???
Replies: 28
Views: 3615

Re: I can't get internet....!!!! Any suggestions...???

I too have Exede and am fine with it. It's not cable speed by any means but most of the time speeds are decent. Reception has never been an issue, but then again, lately, neither have rain clouds or snow :( .
by handirifle
Fri Jul 10, 2015 2:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I can't get internet....!!!! Any suggestions...???
Replies: 28
Views: 3615

Re: I can't get internet....!!!! Any suggestions...???

I also was going to suggest a web booster. If there is one bar at your house it might work right there. If no, go the directional antennae and send it to the house. Then get a MyFi hotspot, that will allow multiple users on the same line. It is "about" DSL speed. We built a new home in the...
by handirifle
Fri Jul 10, 2015 2:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Air Gun Licensing in Scotland?
Replies: 11
Views: 1761

Re: Air Gun Licensing in Scotland?

As much as I love the Scots, their politics are even more insane than England's. It is mostly because of Scottish politicians that we lost the right to own handguns . Here in England and Wales any one over 18 can buy an air rifle as long as it only puts out 12 foot pounds, an air pistol can only ha...
by handirifle
Fri Jul 10, 2015 1:56 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: US to change over to JHP
Replies: 26
Views: 4070

Re: US to change over to JHP

Yea but MOST of our previous enemies didn't do beheadings, tortures or suicide bombings either. Of course the Japanese or VC didn't exactly play by the rules either.
by handirifle
Sun Jul 05, 2015 1:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 3,030 from a 30-30 ... f.p.s. that is
Replies: 45
Views: 11640

Re: 3,030 from a 30-30 ... f.p.s. that is

Heck, with that bullet it would work real well on varmints of all sizes, including 2 legged ones. They would have to take your word that you were the one that shot them cause there would not be a bullet left to compare to the rifle. A coyote (or anything smaller) would never know what hit him. That ...
by handirifle
Sun Jul 05, 2015 1:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Finally watched American Sniper....
Replies: 17
Views: 3029

Re: Finally watched American Sniper....

IIRC from the book he did not actually SHOOT the first boy with the grenade, but did shoot the mom, or did I miss something in the book? If you think about the complexities of making a film from a book, I am sure there is always something to keep it from being 100% accurate, but overall it was real ...
by handirifle
Sun Jul 05, 2015 12:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: History's ALONE ....
Replies: 14
Views: 2638

Re: History's ALONE ....

A knife and materials to make a bowstring from, would be top 2 on my list. May not get a gun, but I would make a bow and arrows day one.
by handirifle
Sun Jul 05, 2015 12:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cheap NIB 9mms...
Replies: 12
Views: 1391

Re: Cheap NIB 9mms...

Not familiar with the others mentioned, but take a look at High Point. I have owned one for many years and it has never failed. http://www.hi-pointfirearms.com/Hi-Point-handguns/9MM_handgun.html Made in USA, (Ohio) and lifetime no fault warranty. Will the others match that? Oh yea under $200. Mine i...
by handirifle
Tue Apr 28, 2015 6:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BBQ Is Banned In Texas City....(Not a Joke)
Replies: 54
Views: 4975

Re: BBQ Is Banned In Texas City....(Not a Joke)

Well as was said, MOST of the people in CA are not from here, and most people that live here, live in the cities, and they are liberal. The conservative, Republicans, have moved out, sickened by all the stuff the libs impose. So, when your state gets flooded with "Californians" (not likely...
by handirifle
Thu Apr 23, 2015 10:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kit To Reload .22 Rimfire
Replies: 29
Views: 3270

Re: Kit To Reload .22 Rimfire

I broke down and bought a PCP 22 air rifle. I just sold one and got a springer, could not live with all that pumping! Besides, the air is all around me! I thought that was the point of a PCP (pre charged pneumatic) , that it's charged off a scuba tank, to something like 3000psi. You shoot till it n...
by handirifle
Fri Jan 23, 2015 12:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hunting in EXTREME Cold -- How do you prep?
Replies: 29
Views: 3197

Re: Hunting in EXTREME Cold -- How do you prep?

I stay inside!!! Brrrr Extreme cold here is 20 deg. ABOVE zero.
by handirifle
Fri Jan 23, 2015 12:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chris Kyle's wife hunting pronghorn in Wyoming
Replies: 22
Views: 2290

Re: Chris Kyle's wife hunting pronghorn in Wyoming

Might end up being like the Boston bomber. They've gone through almost 2,000 jurors trying to find 12 that are not convinced he is guilty.
by handirifle
Fri Jan 23, 2015 12:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Seth Rogen and Micheal Moore slam snipers
Replies: 34
Views: 3536

Re: Seth Rogen and Micheal Moore slam snipers

Moore is an insignificant mouse turd that has become rich catering to the socialist elite, and the American-Hating sub-cultures. Eastwood was drafted in 1951, and served honorably. Moore is a large, Draft Animal. I heard that Eastwood once threatened to kill Moore if he ever saw him. Too bad that m...
by handirifle
Mon Jan 19, 2015 11:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chris Kyle's wife hunting pronghorn in Wyoming
Replies: 22
Views: 2290

Re: Chris Kyle's wife hunting pronghorn in Wyoming

Eddie Ray Routh will not be facing the death penalty in his trial for killing Chris Kyle next month. http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2014/12/murder-trial-and-lawsuits-cloud-holiday-release-of-american-sniper-movie/ PTSD is a very real and, for some a debilitating disorder. No matter what the outcome is,...
by handirifle
Mon Jan 19, 2015 10:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Seth Rogen and Micheal Moore slam snipers
Replies: 34
Views: 3536

Re: Seth Rogen and Micheal Moore slam snipers

I don't think that I'd be mistaken in stating that during the longer part of 'shooting' war history, sniping as a technique of war has often been considered cowardly even by military professionals. This changed somewhere in the middle of WWII. Apparently, being subjected to unrelenting enemy sniper...
by handirifle
Mon Jan 19, 2015 3:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chris Kyle's wife hunting pronghorn in Wyoming
Replies: 22
Views: 2290

Re: Chris Kyle's wife hunting pronghorn in Wyoming

The man killed 2 people in cold blood, unprovoked. He needs to stand trial and take whatever punishment the jury deals out. Period! I have sympathy for vets that come home from wars, it messes with their minds. I have no sympathy for someone that takes another life because of their selfish grief. He...
by handirifle
Mon Jan 19, 2015 3:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OK - one MORE reason to buy a Para Ordnance...
Replies: 24
Views: 1626

Re: OK - one MORE reason to buy a Para Ordnance...

As a new convert to double stack .45s, (sig227), I agree that the double stack is an improvement to the single stack. As far as Liam is concerned, I'm disappointed by his comments, especially as it seems to bad mouth a country that adopted him from his native land. BUT, he has a right to the duplic...
by handirifle
Mon Jan 19, 2015 3:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Seth Rogen and Micheal Moore slam snipers
Replies: 34
Views: 3536

Seth Rogen and Micheal Moore slam snipers

Michael Moore CLAIMS his uncle was killed in WWII by a sniper. Claims snipers are cowards because they won't fight face to face. (They also do not use IED's and their kids, or someone elses' kids as shields or bombers). Michael Moore is no coward, never saw any MEAL he was afraid of. Now barbers, he...