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by .45
Thu Oct 30, 2008 8:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 45 Colt
Replies: 29
Views: 3768

Re: 45 Colt

I did quite a bit of unscientific testing a few years ago with my Winchester Trails End 45 Colt and settled on a bullet from the LEE 300 gr. mold. It has a HUGE meplat and plenty of weight. Shot into wet phone books, it left an unbelievable channel of uniform diameter very deep. Lots more damage th...
by .45
Sat Oct 18, 2008 1:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: “OT, Not Sure” Hunter Curiosity Question.
Replies: 17
Views: 1593

Re: “OT, Not Sure” Hunter Curiosity Question.

A hip flask of Blackberry Brandy for when the hunt is over.
by .45
Mon Oct 13, 2008 4:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I bought a Marlin 1894CL in 218 Bee yesterday
Replies: 24
Views: 2702

Re: I bought a Marlin 1894CL in 218 Bee yesterday

Just out of curiosity(sp), what are the hornets "problems".
Only problem with mine is that I don't get to shoot it enough.
by .45
Sat Sep 06, 2008 9:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Leverguns.com Levergun Poll
Replies: 38
Views: 4850

Re: The Leverguns.com Levergun Poll

1) Configuration – rifle/carbine (nose cap or barrel bands): rifle 2) Butt – shotgun/crescent/carbine/pad: crescent 3) Stock – pistol/straight: straight (4) Stock – checkered/smooth: smooth 5) Takedown/solid frame: solid 6) Box mag / tube magazine: tube fed 7) Tube mag length - half/button; two-thir...
by .45
Fri Aug 29, 2008 3:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 44mag barrel twist rate experience
Replies: 17
Views: 5996

Re: 44mag barrel twist rate experience

3T wrote:.45,

Problem is he gave me a phone # for another gentleman that has guns for sale...this could get out of hand. :lol:
If it is the gentleman I am thinking of it WILL get out of hand.
Good luck. :mrgreen:
by .45
Fri Aug 29, 2008 8:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 44mag barrel twist rate experience
Replies: 17
Views: 5996

Re: 44mag barrel twist rate experience

3T

Hey man, glad to see you got that trapper bought and are putting it to use.
It was probably destine to live its life in the box if you hadn't bought it.
Keep us posted on how it shoots.
by .45
Mon Jul 14, 2008 11:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - What is America coming to?
Replies: 6
Views: 844

Re: OT - What is America coming to?

It is a very sad day. I have a buddy that works there and said he would be out of a job if this happened. No more AB for me.
by .45
Tue Jul 08, 2008 11:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How much experience do we have here? - POLL added
Replies: 105
Views: 10217

Re: How much experience do we have here? - POLL added

40 until the end of this month.
by .45
Mon Jun 30, 2008 8:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Silicone Cloths
Replies: 13
Views: 1512

Re: Silicone Cloths

I didn't know this, thanks for the tip.
by .45
Mon Jun 30, 2008 8:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A couple quick Q's for U (Now W/Pic's!)
Replies: 11
Views: 1095

Re: A couple quick Q's for U (Now W/Pic's!)

The best way is going to be the .22.
Do your parents live in the city or a rural area?
If in the city the cci cb longs will do the trick.
Just don't let Game and Parks see ya doing it. We do have a rabbit season. Wouldn't want to have them ruin your trip. :D
by .45
Fri Jun 27, 2008 5:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cast Boolit for .45-70
Replies: 18
Views: 2871

Re: Cast Boolit for .45-70

+1 on the Ranch Dog recommendation
by .45
Thu Jun 19, 2008 8:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PHOTO of one of my favorite places
Replies: 20
Views: 2625

Re: PHOTO of one of my favorite places

My hunting buddies grandfather was with the park service in the Pine Ridge area of Nebraska and we hunted with him a couple times. Thanks for the picture, that brings back some great memories.
by .45
Mon Jun 16, 2008 4:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Reloaders Nest - have you guys seen this site? Wow.
Replies: 3
Views: 1023

Re: Reloaders Nest - have you guys seen this site? Wow.

I came across that site a year or so ago. They have a lot of good information. The site was down for a while and I kind of forgot about it. Thanks for reminding me!
by .45
Fri Jun 13, 2008 8:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Forum Format Poll
Replies: 23
Views: 3466

Re: Forum Format Poll

I went back to the old way and like it much better.
by .45
Tue Jun 10, 2008 5:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT fox's
Replies: 19
Views: 1796

Re: OT fox's

Wow 4 paces!!
Your lucky to get within 400 paces of one around here.
by .45
Tue Jun 10, 2008 5:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1895 cb with treebone buttstock (photo)
Replies: 22
Views: 3417

Re: Marlin 1895 cb with treebone buttstock (photo)

Thats just beautiful!!
by .45
Tue Jun 10, 2008 2:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Postal Match VI is underway!!!
Replies: 33
Views: 4907

Re: Postal Match VI is underway!!!

What about shooting sticks?
by .45
Mon Jun 09, 2008 8:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Humor-Captain Kirk for President!!
Replies: 5
Views: 978

Humor-Captain Kirk for President!!

I like the ending.


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by .45
Sat Jun 07, 2008 7:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Postal Match VI is underway!!!
Replies: 33
Views: 4907

Re: Postal Match VI is underway!!!

I did it last year and it was a blast. Hopefully the weather will be good enough to go shoot tomorrow.
If you have always wanted to try a postal match, this is a good place to start.
by .45
Sat Jun 07, 2008 7:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Well, I guess we're back
Replies: 39
Views: 4214

Re: Well, I guess we're back

Good to have things up and running again. I don't post much, but do check in every day.
by .45
Tue Jun 03, 2008 5:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895- first time at the range
Replies: 10
Views: 1508

Rounds were loaded 1 at a time. Had the rear sight a low as it would go and was still hitting high, almost off the paper. I was aiming at the bottom of the black circle, or at least trying. Will try some 350gr Ranch Dogs this weekend and see what happens. They will be sized .460.
by .45
Tue Jun 03, 2008 7:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895- first time at the range
Replies: 10
Views: 1508

sore shoulder wrote: I just wanna know how you did so well shooting upside down on the one target.
I was laying on my back. Doesn't everyone do that? :lol:
by .45
Mon Jun 02, 2008 6:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895- first time at the range
Replies: 10
Views: 1508

AJMD429 wrote:I couldn't tell - was it the "regular" or the "cowboy" model?
Regular. 1972 model I believe, unfired until yesterday. :D
by .45
Mon Jun 02, 2008 9:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895- first time at the range
Replies: 10
Views: 1508

1895- first time at the range

Took my new to me 1895 to the range yesterday. Didn't have any reloads made up yet, but I really needed to fire this gun. Used 405 gr Black Hills Ammo. Started with a 3 shot, and then a 5 shot group, both at 50 yards. Will get some of Ranch Dogs bullets cast and put some Benchmark behind them and se...
by .45
Fri May 30, 2008 1:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: GP .45 Colt bullet
Replies: 24
Views: 3126

Try High Plains Shooters Supply. I picked up a flyer from them at a gun show not to long ago and they list a 250 grain rnfp @ $5.25 per 100. Nice guys and they said they would make just about anything you want.

http://highplainsshooterssupply.com/
by .45
Thu May 29, 2008 9:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Blue star cartridge and brass
Replies: 1
Views: 361

Blue star cartridge and brass

Just wondering if anyone has dealt with Blue star cartridge and brass. They have some pretty good prices on once fired brass. I have never heard of them before. Does anyone have any experience with them, good or bad??
by .45
Thu May 22, 2008 9:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pure Ground Mica ...... ?
Replies: 13
Views: 1720

If you reload shotgun shells you can drop some in your bag of wads to lubricate them.
by .45
Thu May 22, 2008 8:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Upcoming maintenance
Replies: 33
Views: 3427

BTT
by .45
Tue May 20, 2008 10:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR-Simple home remedies
Replies: 4
Views: 740

HUMOR-Simple home remedies

AMAZING SIMPLE HOME REMEDIES 1. AVOID CUTTING YOURSELF WHEN SLICING VEGETABLES BY GETTING SOMEONE ELSE TO HOLD THE VEGETABLES WHILE YOU CHOP. 2. AVOID ARGUMENTS WITH THE FEMALES ABOUT LIFTING THE TOILET SEAT BY USING THE SINK. 3. FOR HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SUFFERERS ~ SIMPLY CUT YOURSELF AND BLEED FOR ...
by .45
Thu May 15, 2008 8:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Are 307 caliber rare?
Replies: 4
Views: 1317

We went to the last Tulsa show and a buddy of mine was looking for one. We found 2 in the entire place. One was being sold as we walked up to the table and the other was waaaaaay over priced. The first one was like new and sold for $800.00. The second one was well used and had many scratches in wood...
by .45
Thu May 08, 2008 2:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kind of OT- Are you a shooter or a hunter?
Replies: 70
Views: 7691

I would take hunting over shooting.

For me, when hunting season is over shooting season starts.
by .45
Mon May 05, 2008 8:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Standby for maintenance this week - done for now
Replies: 32
Views: 4094

BTT
by .45
Thu May 01, 2008 9:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My sister need your prayers.
Replies: 43
Views: 5174

Done
by .45
Wed Apr 23, 2008 8:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Know The Enemy
Replies: 7
Views: 1174

Should get this to the main forum so everyone see's it.
Very hard to watch, but sadly very true. :(
by .45
Thu Apr 10, 2008 1:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: forgive me I have sinned again!
Replies: 13
Views: 1840

Keep them all.

If you are like me you will regret selling the one you already have.
You can always make more money, but you won't get that gun back. :D
by .45
Tue Apr 08, 2008 1:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How many metallic cartridges do you.....
Replies: 58
Views: 8681

.45 colt
45/70
44 mag
41mag
22 hornet
6mm remington
7mm remington mag
338 mag
Not as long of a list as some but it keeps me busy. :)
by .45
Tue Apr 08, 2008 9:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: O.T. Tulsa Gun Show, anyone Go?
Replies: 8
Views: 1579

I went Saturday. Actually came home with more money. :shock: :shock: I sold a hand gun and did not find anything I could not live without. At least anything I could afford.
by .45
Tue Apr 01, 2008 9:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Who are your Favorite Western Actors
Replies: 63
Views: 8499

Bluehawk wrote: Arthur Hunnicut is the greatest character actor in westerns IMHO! when he says "Krotin OIL? Well I'll be a suck egg Mule " In Rio LOBO its classic .
Don't those two great lines come from Eldorado....Another great classic. :)
by .45
Tue Apr 01, 2008 9:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Who are your Favorite Western Actors
Replies: 63
Views: 8499

How about Eli Wallach as Tuco in The good, the bad, and the ugly.

He made that movie great.
by .45
Fri Mar 28, 2008 9:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Appalachian Assault Rifle- by Ed Harris
Replies: 37
Views: 6507

Liked it when I read it in The Fowling Shot and its still good. I believe there was a follow up article in the next issue that was just as good.
by .45
Thu Mar 27, 2008 5:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Humor: Free Cat
Replies: 33
Views: 5413

now thats funny!.... :lol: :lol:
by .45
Wed Mar 19, 2008 4:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: decide for me !
Replies: 40
Views: 5463

Marlin!
by .45
Tue Mar 04, 2008 9:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: will a 410 shell fit in the 450 marlin chamber
Replies: 5
Views: 1089

Old Time Hunter wrote:'Course I had my buddy try it on his rifle, just incase it would damage it.
What are friends for!! :lol:
by .45
Mon Mar 03, 2008 10:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Da Boyz... Now I'm only one gun short.
Replies: 23
Views: 3078

I love my 96/22. What type of front sight do you have on yours?
by .45
Tue Feb 26, 2008 10:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where do you live and what do you do for a living?
Replies: 106
Views: 15379

I am a self employed heating and A/C(and whatever else needs to be done) contractor in Friend, NE.
by .45
Sat Feb 23, 2008 9:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Father/Daughter talk.
Replies: 10
Views: 1445

Thats great!
by .45
Wed Feb 20, 2008 9:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Here is a Marlin that I love shooting.
Replies: 38
Views: 5702

WOW!! That is beautiful.
by .45
Mon Feb 18, 2008 12:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First Marlin
Replies: 8
Views: 1408

I will be casting my own bullets, so it is good to hear these rifles like them.
Since I do not yet have any mold for 45/70, anyone have some favorites?
by .45
Mon Feb 18, 2008 9:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First Marlin
Replies: 8
Views: 1408

The 2 pics look the same as mine. Thanks for the info. I can't wait to shoot it!!
by .45
Sun Feb 17, 2008 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First Marlin
Replies: 8
Views: 1408

First Marlin

Just bought my first Marlin. It's a 1895. Was wondering what year of manufacture is. Serial #B0058xx. Will have pics and range report as soon as weather clears.