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by handirifle
Sat Mar 08, 2008 8:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Defending Homeschool Freedom in California
Replies: 24
Views: 2429

I would support homeschooling, if all students were required to pass exactly the same test to gradute that public school studets are required to pass. I do believe that a family should have to right to home school if they wish. Parents that homeschool should be required to have the same education l...
by handirifle
Sat Mar 08, 2008 7:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - The Things I Learned Today
Replies: 23
Views: 4022

Re: OT - The Things I Learned Today

:D :D :D :D

Been there done that
Killer Kanuck wrote:Things I hope to Learn Tomorrow:

1) That a day of rain will wash away the skunk smell from a back yard.
:D
Don't count on it. The smell kinda grows on ya :shock: :?
by handirifle
Sat Mar 08, 2008 7:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Re-calibering a .30-30, options?
Replies: 23
Views: 4122

I like the 35-30 idea. I bet you could be knocking on the door of the 308ME in velocity, still keeping pressures low.
by handirifle
Sat Mar 08, 2008 1:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buck Knives...The world is comming to an end!!!
Replies: 30
Views: 5915

Can you say NAFTA? :cry:
by handirifle
Sat Mar 08, 2008 1:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cactus Cuties sing National Anthem
Replies: 13
Views: 2102

WOW! what wonderful voices for such young girls. Outstanding job.
by handirifle
Sat Mar 08, 2008 12:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Looking for carl from the marlin owners site (AKA 375win)
Replies: 0
Views: 842

Looking for carl from the marlin owners site (AKA 375win)

Is 375win from marlin Owners over here? I have some updated info on my Barnes TSX's for the 375.
by handirifle
Wed Mar 05, 2008 5:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR - The reason Teddy Kennedy is for Illegal Immigration
Replies: 7
Views: 1794

Kilroy6644 wrote:Image
Ha ha that's a REAL good one. They keep battling each other and he might just take ole Teddy up on that offer. :D
by handirifle
Mon Mar 03, 2008 11:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wasted day,.....
Replies: 32
Views: 4327

Them's sure some funny lookn horses you guys have up there. :D

No sir, that day WASN'T wasted. Thanks for sharing those pics.
by handirifle
Mon Mar 03, 2008 11:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Forum maintenance
Replies: 23
Views: 3571

Re: Forum maintenance

AmBraCol wrote: So, I'm not going to "announce" or "sticky" this - since apparently about 80 % of the members don't read the announcements or stickies.
Hey! I resemble that remark! :wink:

Thanks for the warning.
by handirifle
Sun Mar 02, 2008 10:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: H&R Buffalo Classic question
Replies: 15
Views: 2875

marlinman93 wrote:Shortening the post is a poor fix.
It was never suggested to be a permanate fix, just something to get him shooting. It's not a "poor" fix, just a temporary one, till he got the new sight. The "globe" is part of the whole front sight.
by handirifle
Sun Mar 02, 2008 6:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: H&R Buffalo Classic question
Replies: 15
Views: 2875

awp He's half right. SOME have come with too tall of front sight, not all. Mine came with the correct setup as do many others. Once in a while one slips through with the wrong one on. All you need to do is contact H&R if that becomes the case. Besides, IIRC one of those inserts is a post. All yo...
by handirifle
Sat Mar 01, 2008 9:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: spotted at gun show: marlin in 375 win for $275.00
Replies: 4
Views: 1021

I had a chance to buy a 307 2 years ago for $400 but passed :( , wish now I hadn't. I was looking for a 356 at the time.

Now with the marlin 308 ME released, seems to me the 307 would be a perfect Win version.
by handirifle
Sat Mar 01, 2008 9:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: MARLIN OWNERS
Replies: 3
Views: 1338

Yea you get to the home page but no forum. They said they did some upgrade, but it acted very quirky the other day, now it's down again.
by handirifle
Sat Mar 01, 2008 1:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: She has returned (heavy graphics)
Replies: 47
Views: 6980

All I can say is WOW! NICE WORK! talk about going from an ugly duckling to a beautiful swan..
by handirifle
Sat Mar 01, 2008 1:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Great news (for me)
Replies: 7
Views: 1223

Congrats on the tag :D Good luch on gettn in shape :cry: :wink:
by handirifle
Sat Mar 01, 2008 12:56 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Daughter in Hospital UPDATE GOOD NEWS
Replies: 43
Views: 4906

I've been through that, and it never gets easy. Prayers sent. Hang on to your faith and be strong for her.
by handirifle
Thu Feb 28, 2008 11:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Finally some good news...and some bad.
Replies: 7
Views: 1302

Re: Finally some good news...and some bad.

Jeeps wrote:Good for them, I'm wondering how many others have had this kind of legislation
passed already?
Believe it or not CA did.
by handirifle
Thu Feb 28, 2008 11:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - The right old tool beats the wrong new one.
Replies: 12
Views: 2070

Sounds like some of my "projects". :D
by handirifle
Thu Feb 28, 2008 2:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS -- Dumb Blonde not so dumb
Replies: 20
Views: 3571

I don't care if you get home a 4 AM, WATCH IT. :D

She's great!
by handirifle
Thu Feb 28, 2008 2:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - First Sioux to receive the Medal of Honor
Replies: 20
Views: 3110

Another fine example of a true warrior, from a line of warriors.

Like Jim Thorpe, who unfairly lost his olympic medals, too bad they weren't around to see justice served.
by handirifle
Thu Feb 28, 2008 1:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - .204 Ruger; any insights? other recommendations?
Replies: 17
Views: 2677

I've read of a few that own them and are not impressed on coyotes once past 275-300yds. The 223 runs out of steam there too, but the 223 is still cheaper all around and much greater bullet selection. I asked about their pelt saving abilities, and was warned away from them. To me, the 223 would be (a...
by handirifle
Wed Feb 27, 2008 1:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - This Brit hits it right on the head!
Replies: 11
Views: 2205

Kinda ironic I think that stuff like this NEVER makes it to the mainstream media, no matter what side of the ocean it's spoken from. All I've ever heard, from the media, coming out of the UK is anti Bush hate marching and how we're so anti Islam. Well spoken and I hope it stays on the net for years ...
by handirifle
Tue Feb 26, 2008 8:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24573

I like it :D
by handirifle
Tue Feb 26, 2008 2:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paco's 30-30 loads
Replies: 16
Views: 3780

Bloodhound, good post. I'd SORTA thought on those lines but not like you described.
by handirifle
Sun Feb 24, 2008 11:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Any one use Wild Blue satillite ISP?
Replies: 7
Views: 1031

My sister in law uses it and we've taken the laptop there on several occasions. The speed seems fine to me. Check the contract though. one time there were three laptops going at once and he was having a tizzy fit claiming if we used too much bandwidth this month, they reduced it the next month. Seem...
by handirifle
Sun Feb 24, 2008 1:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24573

Cowboy
Thanks, I have to be at work by 3PM Sunday, so that would make it too tight for me.

JR
Thanks will keep my eyes open for ya.
by handirifle
Sat Feb 23, 2008 11:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: leverguns and sub-flooring
Replies: 20
Views: 3056

Grizz That's very nice work, but let me ask a stupid question....What's it for? That's not a stupid question. It's for packing some guns around with me when I'm traveling or going shooting. It holds 3 long guns and a bunch of short ones, and lots of ammo. It's a lot easier to pack than 3 guncases a...
by handirifle
Sat Feb 23, 2008 11:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any words of wisdom from the US Marine Corps folks here?
Replies: 18
Views: 3094

Tell him to keep his mouth shut, his nose clean, and do what he is told! We started out with 75 men at the beginning of boot camp in June of 1971 and only 25 of us (original) platoon members actually graduated. Times have changed, but if he takes the above mentioned advice, and puts his heart and s...
by handirifle
Sat Feb 23, 2008 11:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24573

OK I see you guys are meeting up on Sat. afternoon. I can be there for that, barring any unforseen "problems". I was originally thinking of being "sick" from work and going Sunday too, but after being truely sick for the past week, I think He might be warning me. :? From what I r...
by handirifle
Sat Feb 23, 2008 6:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: leverguns and sub-flooring
Replies: 20
Views: 3056

Grizz
That's very nice work, but let me ask a stupid question....What's it for?
by handirifle
Sat Feb 23, 2008 6:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Senate Gun Control
Replies: 13
Views: 1898

BlaineG wrote:They shot the wrong Kennedy......
My thought exactly. At least Bobby hadn't murdered anyone (yet) and got away with it.
by handirifle
Sat Feb 23, 2008 6:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Bill Would Ban 'Nightmare’ Weapon (HI)
Replies: 14
Views: 3359

Interseting that they want to ban "former military" from owning them too. Like we've said before, it's NOT gun control, it's citizen control. I suppose that clown thinks HE'S the only one that should be allowed to shoot one? HI has had liberal politicians for a while now. Probably the rich...
by handirifle
Sat Feb 23, 2008 2:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR - Banned from Wal-Mart
Replies: 20
Views: 3458

What's the saying...what doesn't kill you will make you stronger :( :shock: :D
by handirifle
Sat Feb 23, 2008 2:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Little OT NRA board members
Replies: 8
Views: 1313

Tom Selleck is a first rate person, period. He owns a lot of commercial property in this area (Selleck Properties) and never has his integrity ever come into question. He's given his word to many in this valley and kept it, and avoids controversal issues, such as areas we locals fight to keep undeve...
by handirifle
Fri Feb 22, 2008 10:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Little OT NRA board members
Replies: 8
Views: 1313

Little OT NRA board members

Just got recent edition of American Hunter mag, wanting us to vote for new board members. First name on the ballot....

Tom Selleck

Could he end up being the next Charlton Heston for the NRA? I hope so.
by handirifle
Fri Feb 22, 2008 10:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: High wall saddle ring trapper
Replies: 3
Views: 1092

One word....Yuck.
by handirifle
Fri Feb 22, 2008 10:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 22 Magnum Vs. .17 HMR
Replies: 66
Views: 11290

CalvinMD wrote:I still love tha 17m2 for them ol tree squoilz though
That's what I have the 1895 GS for. :lol: You just need to line em up a dozen at a time to save on ammo. :D don't much matter if tree limbs get in the way.
by handirifle
Fri Feb 22, 2008 10:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR - Banned from Wal-Mart
Replies: 20
Views: 3458

I have been sick with the flu and a sinus infection for the last week. I say this cause you nearly killed me. Ever try to laugh so hard that you cry, when your lungs are filled with flim????? :shock:

Very very good. even if I do sound like an emphasema patient in his last days.
by handirifle
Fri Feb 22, 2008 1:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Should I be upset about new insurance requirements?
Replies: 14
Views: 2277

Re: OT: Should I be upset about new insurance requirements?

My employer is now requiring that I send copies of my children's birth certificates to an outside company so that I can prove they are my children. Soooo, if they are your STEP children they are not covered? Don't know where you work or if there's a union (I'm not a big fan of unions but they have ...
by handirifle
Fri Feb 22, 2008 1:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 45-70 Loads for Plainsgame?
Replies: 16
Views: 3351

I read of one brown bear hunt in AK with the 450 and LE ammo. The guy ended up shooting his bear at about 12 yds, and it killed the bear with one shot, but, it made a massive entry wound and did not exit. To me, that means at very close range the bullet over expanded, and MIGHT have been close to co...
by handirifle
Thu Feb 21, 2008 12:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: -
Replies: 42
Views: 5394

God Bless, keep your head down and eyes open. One thing that's fantastic in todays military is the ability to keep in touch. Snail mail was the only option, in 1972.

hurry home, in one piece dude.
by handirifle
Wed Feb 20, 2008 11:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Whew!
Replies: 11
Views: 1784

swampman Glad it wasn't YOUR son :) , but it was someones, still very sad. :cry: Usually from these incidents, comes a great deal of learning. in this one death there may be dozens of other lives saved. Maybe some sort of technique, or maneuver that has a small, but deadly flaw to it, or maybe a pro...
by handirifle
Wed Feb 20, 2008 11:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 22 Magnum Vs. .17 HMR
Replies: 66
Views: 11290

One thing they are uncovering about the 17's is throat erosion. Coming much earlier than they anticipated. Barrel cleaning is more critical the the WMR as well. I have owned both, and both in Savage bolt guns. I still have the WMR and it won't go away. My WMR is just as accurate as as my HMR was, at...
by handirifle
Sun Feb 17, 2008 11:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - California lead ban
Replies: 27
Views: 3864

You better believe F&G is equally at fault. The bill signed by Arnie did NOT include rimfires and our own F&G added that part. You can also believe I wrote them one scathing letter about it as well. I also informed they they need to get their facts right and correct their online statement, a...
by handirifle
Sun Feb 17, 2008 11:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Outdoor Channel" The Choice"
Replies: 13
Views: 2159

Yep, we gotta stop free speach. Next thing you know people will think they have the right to keep and bear arms or something. + 1 for Outdoor Channel & leverguns. While your point IS 100% valid and accurate, there is NO constitutional guarantee protecting you against consequences arising from w...
by handirifle
Thu Feb 14, 2008 1:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lead Pot Explosion! An Innocent Mistake....
Replies: 29
Views: 5304

WOW! Glad you're OK and thanks for the lesson, being a newcomer to casting it really got my attention.

Thanks.
by handirifle
Wed Feb 13, 2008 5:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR - Grizzly hunting
Replies: 8
Views: 1754

My son followed his girlfriend to Mass so she can go to law school. I gotta send him this one!! :D

That's just plain funny.
by handirifle
Wed Feb 13, 2008 5:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Surprise! Another Final Post.
Replies: 50
Views: 8695

I know I always speak my mind, that way I'm sure to end the conversation quickly. :D
by handirifle
Wed Feb 13, 2008 5:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Rehabilitation of a Win 94 BB in 375
Replies: 23
Views: 3336

Noah Great story and congrats on the come-back rifle. Now bear with and old guy here, but could you please describe a lillte more about the bands. Do you have the screws tight? DOes the forend wiggle (mine does)? If I tighten the band screw it stays solid, but never checked on how it affects accurac...
by handirifle
Sun Feb 10, 2008 12:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Real Big Bore
Replies: 36
Views: 17232

Aw heck you guys are wusses. I shot a bunch of rounds through one of them when I was in the Army, but they kept calling it a grenade launcher, and it, too, was a break action :D :D

Nuthin more than a gentle push. :shock: