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- Wed Mar 18, 2009 6:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: whos going turkey hunting this year! last years pics
- Replies: 13
- Views: 928
Re: whos going turkey hunting this year! last years pics
I plan on taking my grandson saturday. The pic is from last year. http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59 ... eyhunt.jpg
- Fri Feb 20, 2009 8:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Steve McQueen, hope this works
- Replies: 26
- Views: 2376
Re: Steve McQueen, hope this works
That photo is giving me an ideal on what to do with my 30-30???
- Sun Feb 15, 2009 2:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT.. Appaloosa cowboy movie
- Replies: 44
- Views: 4292
Re: OT.. Appaloosa cowboy movie
Although Open Range is a great movie, I have watched it so many times I can almost remember every line in the flick.
- Sun Feb 15, 2009 1:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT.. Appaloosa cowboy movie
- Replies: 44
- Views: 4292
Re: OT.. Appaloosa cowboy movie
It comes on tonite for me at 0:900 Pm. On pay-preview. I plan on watching it tonite. I seen another movie I had all but forgot about. The name of the movie was "Doc". I watched it 2 times and hope to find the movie someday in the old movie stack. Has anyone seen that movie. starring Stacy ...
- Wed Feb 11, 2009 12:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: My Ruger Single Actions
- Replies: 29
- Views: 3231
Re: OT: My Ruger Single Actions
Good grive, I am wiping the slober off my face. Great show of fireams guys. It appears Ive some catching up to do. Let me check my $$$ situation.
- Tue Feb 10, 2009 6:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .45 cal vaquero
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2681
Re: .45 cal vaquero
I will probley shoot the easy stuff in the Uberti, and load alittle hot with the Ruger. Its good to have the heavy stuff on hand to load for self-defense. I would never use +P in either of them.
- Tue Feb 10, 2009 5:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: My Ruger Single Actions
- Replies: 29
- Views: 3231
Re: OT: My Ruger Single Actions
I guess their are alot of us. What if you have the Single Action Problem and a Lever Action Problem. What is the cure. "I know" BUY, BUY, BUY,
- Tue Feb 10, 2009 5:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .45 cal vaquero
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2681
Re: .45 cal vaquero
I purchased a box of .45 Cal ammo from Buffalo Bore the 255 grain for self-defense only, so is that a problem in your mind for the New Ruger Vaquero.
- Tue Feb 10, 2009 4:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: My Ruger Single Actions
- Replies: 29
- Views: 3231
Re: OT: My Ruger Single Actions
Great batch of firearms. Ruger does make a heck of a six shooter. I can't think of anything that goes better together then a "Lever Action Rifle backed up by two Ruger Six Shooters"
- Sun Feb 08, 2009 6:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Marlin take down 45-90 ***LOTS OF PICS***
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2661
Re: Marlin take down 45-90 ***LOTS OF PICS***
Some folks have all the luck. Nice Rifle. IT is a keeper.
- Sun Feb 08, 2009 5:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT--Question For You Boys In Texas, AZ, NM........
- Replies: 33
- Views: 4117
Re: OT--Question For You Boys In Texas, AZ, NM........
On the snake issue I remember when I was about 7, I seen (14 Copperheads in our front yard moving in formation side by side headed for the gravel road , most likly the large creek on the other side during a hot summer. . Scared the bjesus out of me and my brother. They came out from under our house,...
- Sat Feb 07, 2009 7:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Grizzly Defender
- Replies: 20
- Views: 3148
Re: Grizzly Defender
I got the grips on EBay at Sids Store. He has a lot to pick from.
- Sat Feb 07, 2009 5:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Grizzly Defender
- Replies: 20
- Views: 3148
Re: Grizzly Defender
I felt the power in my hand when I held it for the first time. It was then that I was no longer a boy, but now a man mean't to rule the outback.
- Sat Feb 07, 2009 4:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Grizzly Defender
- Replies: 20
- Views: 3148
Re: Grizzly Defender
Sorry guys, so late getting back to the post. Yes it is a 4 5/8 inc barrel and will take buffalo bores serious stuff. On my next range day I am going to try out some of Randy Garretts 310 grain Hammer Heads on a 10" oak tree and maybe get a box of 340 grainers from Buffalo bore as well. I'm exc...
- Fri Feb 06, 2009 10:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Grizzly Defender
- Replies: 20
- Views: 3148
Re: Grizzly Defender
You bet ya. I have a 629-4 SW, but this on can handle the really heavy stuff. I like both.
- Fri Feb 06, 2009 10:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Grizzly Defender
- Replies: 20
- Views: 3148
Grizzly Defender
A little extra backup for my 45-70. This is a new revolver to add to the pile. Ruger Super Blackhawk .44 mag. Who knows one day we may have Grizzly down in our neck of the woods.
- Sun Feb 01, 2009 1:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .45 cal vaquero
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2681
Re: .45 cal vaquero
Dang""" Hey maybe you could sell that revolver to one of those "gun buy back programs"
- Sat Jan 31, 2009 10:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .45 cal vaquero
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2681
Re: .45 cal vaquero
Ya, and he has a good rep on getting the job done as well. I got his name from the local gun store where I purchased the revolver. I got my grips in only 3 days. I plan to order another set for my satin stainless super blackhawk .44 mag . I just love his work.
- Sat Jan 31, 2009 9:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .45 cal vaquero
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2681
Re: .45 cal vaquero
Check out Sids site. He has at least 100 + grips to pick from. He makes all of his products I believe.But keep in mind everything is plastic. Looks and feels real though. his site address is...( www.auctiva.com/viewstore2.aspx?... )
- Sat Jan 31, 2009 8:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .45 cal vaquero
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2681
Re: .45 cal vaquero
I got them on e bay from Sidney L. Ryan. He also has a store on Auctiva.com.
- Sat Jan 31, 2009 8:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: HUMOR: "You could have heard a pin drop..." (Pro Military)
- Replies: 7
- Views: 849
Re: HUMOR: "You could have heard a pin drop..." (Pro Military)
love those come back lines. Talking to those folks in that a way is like talking to a drunk. Kind of like talking to the far left folks. They don't live in our world. (Thanks for the lines. I saved them to my computer files).
- Sat Jan 31, 2009 4:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .45 cal vaquero
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2681
Re: .45 cal vaquero
Got that right!!!!!!!
- Sat Jan 31, 2009 3:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .45 cal vaquero
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2681
Re: .45 cal vaquero
This is my new found love. I have been holding it all day now that I have put the new grips on it.
- Sat Jan 31, 2009 11:45 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .45 cal vaquero
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2681
Re: .45 cal vaquero
I need some edumacation "What is double red line"?
- Fri Jan 30, 2009 6:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .45 cal vaquero
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2681
Re: .45 cal vaquero
Thanks guy's. I have been using the 225 grain silver tips in my Uberti Colt 45 clone so I guess I'll just keep using that same ammo for the Vaquero. The silver tip is a round to be reckened with I think.
- Fri Jan 30, 2009 5:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .45 cal vaquero
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2681
.45 cal vaquero
I know this is not a levergun question, but I just purchased a stainless steel .45 cal New Vaquero six shooter from ruger and It looks tough enough to handle more then soft cowboy loads. What would be the limit on this gun as far as (high energy ammo) if only fired in this revolver for self-defense ...
- Fri Jan 16, 2009 2:55 pm
- Forum: Politics
- Topic: FEAR PURCHASING....
- Replies: 87
- Views: 136541
Re: FEAR PURCHASING....
I think in the days ahead we will see lots of folks try and justify why they voted for the commy.To make themselfs feel normal. Cause you see you can't put the bullet back in once it been fired. I don't mean that as a neg statement for those on this board just gun owning OB supporters in general. It...
- Thu Jan 15, 2009 9:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 1851 Revolvers
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1160
Re: 1851 Revolvers
Good Looking revolvers. I just got through sanding down the grips on mine and putting stainer on. I got pretty good groups out of my 51, and 1860 while out hunting. Great guns these black powder revolvers.(Love umm)
- Sat Jan 10, 2009 5:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Marlin 30-30 Win
- Replies: 10
- Views: 966
Re: Marlin 30-30 Win
Yep, don't play the fiddle. But still would not trade!!! (FROM MY COLD DEAD HANDS)
- Sat Jan 10, 2009 4:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Marlin 30-30 Win
- Replies: 10
- Views: 966
Re: Marlin 30-30 Win
Got that right!!!!!!!
- Sat Jan 10, 2009 4:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Marlin 30-30 Win
- Replies: 10
- Views: 966
Re: Marlin 30-30 Win
Thanks guys, I am going to order some of that gun blue and get that done as well. I will do the 30-30 first and see how it looks and then i will do the 1895G. I also have a few revolvers that need some work. I think I have found a new project for my down days from the job. (Nothing like watching a g...
- Sat Jan 10, 2009 3:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Marlin 30-30 Win
- Replies: 10
- Views: 966
Marlin 30-30 Win
I got tired of looking at my old Marlin Win 30-30 with all of the scraps and such so I gave her a paint job. I traded an old guitar for this rifle back in the early 80's and will never part with her.This is also the first time I have done such a thing and thought I would share it with you all. What ...
- Wed Jan 07, 2009 6:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 1895G feed problem /fix
- Replies: 3
- Views: 450
1895G feed problem /fix
As most of you all have read one of my post awhile back when I had a problem at the range with my 1895g guide gun. When I would cycle the 2nd round the 3d would jam half way out of the mag tube tieing up the rifle. I ordered a new lever for the rifle and now my problem is fixed. I just wanted to sha...
- Tue Jan 06, 2009 9:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: what new gun are you planning on buying this year
- Replies: 73
- Views: 7185
Re: what new gun are you planning on buying this year
Ruger New Model Super Black Hawk, 44 mag, 4, and 5/8th" barrel ,satin stanless. and an 1895 Marlin.
- Tue Jan 06, 2009 9:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Favorite cartridge
- Replies: 65
- Views: 7346
Re: Favorite cartridge
Mine would be the good old (180 gr Super X Power Point) Me and my family have taken more game with this round and has nevered failed us.
- Thu Jan 01, 2009 1:12 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: New Year
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1333
Re: New Year
Happy New Years guys. Don't forget to hug the old lever gun.
- Wed Dec 24, 2008 6:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Fake NRA phone calls
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1333
Re: Fake NRA phone calls
I have not had that kind of call before but I have folks calling asking for money/support for vet's and such. What I do is tell them to send me something in the mail so I can check them out. Never do business or give out anything over the phone if you don't know that Org,etc.
- Tue Dec 23, 2008 11:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How Old Is My Marlin 336
- Replies: 4
- Views: 655
Re: How Old Is My Marlin 336
Thanks Chuck 100yd, I guess I have my purchase date wrong. I must have made the trade end of 1981 not 1980.
- Tue Dec 23, 2008 10:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How Old Is My Marlin 336
- Replies: 4
- Views: 655
Re: How Old Is My Marlin 336
I guess your right the number is 19003xxx
- Tue Dec 23, 2008 10:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How Old Is My Marlin 336
- Replies: 4
- Views: 655
How Old Is My Marlin 336
I traded a guitar for a (Marlin Win, Model 336 .30-30) back in 1980 and the rifle was used at the time of the trade. I have kept that old rifle and would never part with it. I have been trying to find out when this rifle was made and have failed. On the barrel it says (est 1870-micro-groove barrel m...
- Mon Dec 22, 2008 8:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Early Christmas Present
- Replies: 6
- Views: 690
Early Christmas Present
Check out my early Christmas presents.
- Sun Dec 21, 2008 11:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Deer hunting success and dissappointment
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1874
Re: Deer hunting success and dissappointment
Folks here where I live including me shoot everything with fur on it. Its all meat and we have more deer than one can count. I don't see the problem unless your wanting a trophy.
- Sat Dec 20, 2008 9:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Hogue Revolver Grips (Help)
- Replies: 8
- Views: 574
Re: Hogue Revolver Grips (Help)
Thanks Rihmfire, The gap on mine is real small as well, but I noticed even with the small gap the rubber has a tight seal way inside againt the metal so Now that I look at it I don't think water will be able to get in and that was what I was worried about.
- Sat Dec 20, 2008 6:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT Need Help With '51 Navy BP Load
- Replies: 27
- Views: 3098
Re: OT Need Help With '51 Navy BP Load
You can read about Wild Bill in (Legends Of America). Bill kill Tutt with a Dragoon .44 Cal, and Look at the photo of wild Bill in his Prince Albert Coat. His pistols have wooden grips, and note the photo was taken in 1867. Also He kill (P.Coe) in 1860 with 1860 Army colts which make sense because b...
- Sat Dec 20, 2008 6:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: My NEW Marlin has crooked sights! - updated
- Replies: 21
- Views: 3102
Re: My NEW Marlin has crooked sights!
When I bought my Marlin 45-70 (used)the front sight was straight but when I took it off and replaced it with the XSights systems (Front sight and ghost rings for rear)the front sight mounted off to the left, All i did was make a rear sight adjustment at the range works fine.
- Sat Dec 20, 2008 3:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Hogue Revolver Grips (Help)
- Replies: 8
- Views: 574
Re: Hogue Revolver Grips (Help)
I have figured out that I ordered the wrong grips. I ordered for square and not round ends. I needed round. The combat grips that were on the revolver were square but when I took them off the metal hand frame was round. Thats what I get for being lazy. But the grips will be fine. I can live with it....
- Sat Dec 20, 2008 3:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Hogue Revolver Grips (Help)
- Replies: 8
- Views: 574
Re: Hogue Revolver Grips (Help)
I sure would hate to waste the $$$ i spent on these. The grips look really nice and feel great. I wounder if maybe filling the gap with some liquid rubber. It should come off pretty easy if I ever need to take off the grips.
- Sat Dec 20, 2008 2:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Hogue Revolver Grips (Help)
- Replies: 8
- Views: 574
Hogue Revolver Grips (Help)
I just received my new Hogue grips (Rubber) for the S&W 629-4 .44 mag, and everything fit fine except for the backstrap near the bottom has a small opening. Does anyone know what a feller could do to take up the space. It looks like rain could get into the grip and do damage to the springs and s...
- Wed Dec 17, 2008 9:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Way Cool - my 2008 Guide Gun Trophy!
- Replies: 35
- Views: 4178
Re: Way Cool - my 2008 Guide Gun Trophy!
The 45-70 does it again, great photo. I think every animal on the plant has been taken with that little thumper.
- Mon Dec 15, 2008 9:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Best Holster - 1860 Army
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1159
Re: OT - Best Holster - 1860 Army
Hey Old Savage, aaa, I have a .357 mag model 19-4 S&W that looks just like yours. I purchased it in 1982 at the Rod and Gun Club in Germany.