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by msmith1228
Tue May 20, 2014 9:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: neighbors!
Replies: 41
Views: 3775

Re: neighbors!

Screw them, they probably wouldn't do it for you.
by msmith1228
Mon May 19, 2014 3:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Modern .32 WCF revolvers...Anybody have one?
Replies: 22
Views: 3044

Re: Modern .32 WCF revolvers...Anybody have one?

I have a Uberti and it's an nice gun.
by msmith1228
Mon May 19, 2014 3:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How about .410s?
Replies: 35
Views: 4280

Re: How about .410s?

I probably shot more game with a 410 single when I was a kid back in the sixties than I have with anything else since.
by msmith1228
Wed Apr 30, 2014 4:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 336 Wood
Replies: 5
Views: 1031

336 Wood

I have an eary 50s 336 Texan that I plan to replace the wood on. Any suggestions on where to buy would be greatly appreciated.
by msmith1228
Thu Jan 30, 2014 10:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Nu Finish Car Polish
Replies: 9
Views: 1437

Re: Nu Finish Car Polish

Kirk, I used corncob media and about 2 or 3 tablespoons.
by msmith1228
Thu Jan 30, 2014 6:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The last bullet you'll ever need?
Replies: 34
Views: 3110

Re: The last bullet you'll ever need?

I saw that someone was scalping them for $200.00 a box.
by msmith1228
Thu Jan 30, 2014 5:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Nu Finish Car Polish
Replies: 9
Views: 1437

Nu Finish Car Polish

This might be the best tumbler media additive that I've ever used.
by msmith1228
Thu Jan 30, 2014 1:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Not lever, but bolt...
Replies: 28
Views: 2264

Re: Not lever, but bolt...

Have you looked at the CZ's?
by msmith1228
Thu Jan 30, 2014 12:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Opinion on Ruger M77
Replies: 21
Views: 2464

Re: Opinion on Ruger M77

I have a flat bolt in 220 Swift thats a tack driver.
by msmith1228
Sun Jan 26, 2014 1:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Idaho Wolves
Replies: 54
Views: 5142

Re: Idaho Wolves

A picture is worth a thousand words.
by msmith1228
Wed Jan 22, 2014 9:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 32-20 ammo
Replies: 7
Views: 1370

32-20 ammo

Does anyone know the age of this.
by msmith1228
Wed Jan 22, 2014 9:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bought a new loading press..
Replies: 21
Views: 2416

Re: Bought a new loading press..

I have one, I think it's great.
by msmith1228
Mon Dec 02, 2013 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: H&R 1871 Buffalo Classic
Replies: 7
Views: 1261

Re: H&R 1871 Buffalo Classic

Hey guys, thanks for the info and advice. I think I'll order one next month.
Mack
by msmith1228
Sun Dec 01, 2013 7:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: H&R 1871 Buffalo Classic
Replies: 7
Views: 1261

H&R 1871 Buffalo Classic

Do any you guys have experience with the H&R buffalo Classic 45-70 rifle? It looks like cheap fun but could be the most brutal thing I've ever owned. I have no idea.
Mack
by msmith1228
Sat Nov 30, 2013 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 336 Cowboy in 38-55?
Replies: 21
Views: 6836

Re: Marlin 336 Cowboy in 38-55?

I paid $700.00 for mine about a year ago and was glad to get it.
Mack
by msmith1228
Wed Nov 27, 2013 9:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'm retired yipee!
Replies: 40
Views: 3212

Re: I'm retired yipee!

Congratulations. I have 2 years, 1 month and 1 day to go.
by msmith1228
Wed Nov 27, 2013 9:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Win 25-20 Ammo and Components
Replies: 19
Views: 2145

Re: Win 25-20 Ammo and Components

Sixgun wrote:OS,
Piece of cake. Don't concern yourself with the little things.

Go get your gun and we will talk. In the meantime, go out and get yourself 32-20 brass and take Brent up on his offer of whatever he is selling.----6
How are you getting you 32-20 brass to 25-20? I've never had much luck.
Mack
by msmith1228
Thu Nov 21, 2013 2:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Butt crack repair
Replies: 17
Views: 1935

Re: Butt crack repair

I just put on a belt.
by msmith1228
Thu Nov 14, 2013 7:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I've joined the club!
Replies: 30
Views: 2217

Re: I've joined the club!

When did they eliminate the thing-a-ma-jig? Mine both have it, they were made in 24 and 28.
Mack
by msmith1228
Thu Nov 14, 2013 5:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Herculaneum Smelter Closing
Replies: 16
Views: 1782

Re: Herculaneum Smelter Closing

That place was an environmental disaster and needed to go.
Mack
by msmith1228
Thu Nov 14, 2013 8:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I've joined the club!
Replies: 30
Views: 2217

Re: I've joined the club!

Congrats, you're gonna love it.
Mack
by msmith1228
Wed Nov 13, 2013 2:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Selling some guns
Replies: 3
Views: 779

Re: Selling some guns

You need to get them in as early as possible or they will bring up the rear.
I live in Mattoon.
Mack
by msmith1228
Fri Nov 01, 2013 8:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cleaning solvents jibber jabber!
Replies: 21
Views: 2082

Re: Cleaning solvents jibber jabber!

I have an old Remington manual that says to pour boiling down the barrel.
by msmith1228
Wed Oct 09, 2013 12:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: how pointy is too pointy?
Replies: 16
Views: 1576

Re: how pointy is too pointy?

I wouldn't do it. It's just not worth the risk.
by msmith1228
Sat Oct 05, 2013 10:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New, tiny little woods-walking levergun marketed. . . (not)
Replies: 22
Views: 2340

Re: New, tiny little woods-walking levergun marketed. . . (n

I think he should cut it down on both ends and send me the tang sight that he will no longer need.
by msmith1228
Sat Oct 05, 2013 9:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cimmeron 1911
Replies: 8
Views: 1920

Re: Cimmeron 1911

I think it's an RIA.
by msmith1228
Thu Oct 03, 2013 9:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Taurus TBolt question...
Replies: 8
Views: 1277

Re: Taurus TBolt question...

I once had a Pedersoli lightning rife in 45 Colt and it was a pain in the rear. I don't think that the actions are very strong at all.
by msmith1228
Sun Sep 29, 2013 7:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buy stock in Duct-Tape and Styrofoam while you can...
Replies: 20
Views: 2697

Re: Buy stock in Duct-Tape and Styrofoam while you can...

My 25-20 was made in 1924 and has the rivet looking thing. My 32-20 was made in 1928 and has it too. Beats me.
I have a copy of the manual that Remington sent me years ago. If any of you want a copy I will send you one.
by msmith1228
Sat Sep 28, 2013 7:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buy stock in Duct-Tape and Styrofoam while you can...
Replies: 20
Views: 2697

Re: Buy stock in Duct-Tape and Styrofoam while you can...

Nice looking rifle, I'm thinking 12-14.
Not an expert.
by msmith1228
Sun Sep 22, 2013 8:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question about Remington model 25...
Replies: 10
Views: 1955

Re: Question about Remington model 25...

It would be a shame if someone here doesnt buy it. To own one is to love one and I have 2.
by msmith1228
Sun Sep 22, 2013 5:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question about Remington model 25...
Replies: 10
Views: 1955

Re: Question about Remington model 25...

One of you guys should really consider buying this gun, you'll probably be sorry if you don't. The price is incredibly fair let alone the tang sight that is worth a small fortune on its own.
by msmith1228
Sat Sep 21, 2013 7:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question about Remington model 25...
Replies: 10
Views: 1955

Re: Question about Remington model 25...

I am lucky enough to have one of each. They are so slick that I would take one over a lever anyday.
Mack
by msmith1228
Fri Sep 13, 2013 11:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Have any ideas?
Replies: 15
Views: 1067

Re: Have any ideas?

I would try
1 the American Legion and VFW. Ask for a cash donation and if you can put a can in the bar.
2 all gun and sporting goods stores.
3 all of the local military recruiters.
by msmith1228
Thu Sep 05, 2013 2:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 45 ACP vs 9mm
Replies: 73
Views: 5793

Re: 45 ACP vs 9mm

Have you thought about a 10mm?
by msmith1228
Tue Sep 03, 2013 1:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Extractor not holding shell in Rem 25. FIXED!
Replies: 9
Views: 1234

Re: Extractor not holding shell in Rem 25. Fix?

I just pulled one of mine apart and the extractor makes full contact with the cartridge. I think yours is just worn out. I would buy a new one.
Glad to know where I can buy parts.
Mack
by msmith1228
Thu Jul 11, 2013 7:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Can I form 300 Savage ffrom 7.62 NATO?
Replies: 8
Views: 2470

Re: Can I form 300 Savage ffrom 7.62 NATO?

I've done with 308 and it works fine, just trim and turn down the necks.
by msmith1228
Fri Apr 26, 2013 8:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Put my money where my mouth is.
Replies: 6
Views: 741

Re: Put my money where my mouth is.

It sounds like you are a night bruxer. A mouth guard would probably help.
Mack
by msmith1228
Sun Feb 17, 2013 3:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 336 Cowboy
Replies: 20
Views: 2151

Re: 336 Cowboy

I had to drag mine out and look at it.
by msmith1228
Sun Feb 17, 2013 3:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 336 Cowboy
Replies: 20
Views: 2151

Re: 336 Cowboy

I thought it was the first 2 digits of the serial number. I've got one too nice guns.
Mack
by msmith1228
Fri Feb 15, 2013 9:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 94 AE Help
Replies: 9
Views: 1037

Re: 94 AE Help

That was it.
Thanks again
Mack
by msmith1228
Fri Feb 15, 2013 4:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 94 AE Help
Replies: 9
Views: 1037

Re: 94 AE Help

The detent plunger on the floor plate was stuck from dried oil. An easy fix. The rifle had sat for over 20 years and I was too lazy to take it apart and clean it. It's a 7-30 with a 24 inch barrel and is in pristine condition other than dried oil. I know what I'm doing tonight. Thank you very much. ...
by msmith1228
Fri Feb 15, 2013 3:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 94 AE Help
Replies: 9
Views: 1037

Re: 94 AE Help

I'm talking about 1-2 inches.
by msmith1228
Fri Feb 15, 2013 2:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 94 AE Help
Replies: 9
Views: 1037

94 AE Help

What causes the the lever to flop down when a round is chambered in a 94 AE?
by msmith1228
Sat Jan 19, 2013 7:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What's the best pump action 32-20?
Replies: 6
Views: 558

Re: What's the best pump action 32-20?

The Marlins seem to be easier to find in 32-20 than the Remington's .
by msmith1228
Thu Jan 10, 2013 5:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 35 Remington Brass?
Replies: 13
Views: 2590

Re: 35 Remington Brass?

I just checked, they have bags of 50 in stock.
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/139044 ... -remington
by msmith1228
Thu Jan 10, 2013 4:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 35 Remington Brass?
Replies: 13
Views: 2590

Re: 35 Remington Brass?

I bought some from midway 2 weeks ago.
by msmith1228
Mon Dec 17, 2012 9:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Did an auction today , NOW WITH PICS !
Replies: 17
Views: 1177

Re: Did an auction today , NOW WITH PICS !

Mine is a 12 with a 28 inch modified, it was old when I bought it used over 40 years ago.
Mack
by msmith1228
Mon Dec 17, 2012 8:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Did an auction today , NOW WITH PICS !
Replies: 17
Views: 1177

Re: Did an auction today , NOW WITH PICS !

I still hunt with a model 48.
Mack
by msmith1228
Sat Dec 15, 2012 9:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 7mm 120gr FP
Replies: 10
Views: 745

Re: 7mm 120gr FP

Thanks guys, I never though to check component availability before buying the rifle.
Mack