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by ceb
Sat Sep 10, 2016 8:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Interesting: An Old Bear Broadhead...
Replies: 21
Views: 2907

Re: Interesting: An Old Bear Broadhead...

Nice letter opener.
by ceb
Wed Jun 08, 2016 2:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: By the numbers
Replies: 9
Views: 1169

Re: By the numbers

Your right, but ya have to watch maintenance. I lost at least 75lbs following the same program 15yrs ago in six months time. Kept it off for several years. Then fell back into the same old habits and now having to do it again. Finding it much harder to do at age 63 than back then!!
by ceb
Sat May 28, 2016 4:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt SAA what's it really worth?
Replies: 7
Views: 1505

Colt SAA what's it really worth?

I see prices on these all over the place. I have a 3rd gen Colt SAA .45 colt, blue color case, 5 1/2", black powder frame. Its had one box of Winchester Cowboy loads through it. It was then cleaned and put in its original box. I really have no use for it and thought of selling it. But in trying...
by ceb
Tue May 24, 2016 2:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Griff and 45 ACP lovers - M&P Shield ups the ante!
Replies: 21
Views: 2309

Re: Griff and 45 ACP lovers - M&P Shield ups the ante!

My Shield in .40cal has becomes my most carried ccw. I have found it accurate and controllable. I love my lightweight Commander in 45, but the Shield is 10 ounces lighter loaded than the Colt.
by ceb
Sun Apr 10, 2016 9:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Primers, just asking
Replies: 21
Views: 2884

Re: Primers, just asking

To weigh in on my own thread, while I have used federal, CCI, and Winchester, I use far more Winchester so I guess that makes them my favorite. Never used imported stuff so am curious of your experiences with them. Shortages could come back around. I still can't find Bullseye powder.
by ceb
Sat Apr 09, 2016 6:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Primers, just asking
Replies: 21
Views: 2884

Primers, just asking

What is your favorite brand of primer and why?
by ceb
Fri Apr 08, 2016 3:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is your carry .40 S & W ammo?
Replies: 14
Views: 2912

Re: What is your carry .40 S & W ammo?

I have Federal HST in mine, also like Speer Gold Dot.
by ceb
Wed Feb 03, 2016 12:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I've been very, very bad... And will doubtless suffer for it
Replies: 12
Views: 2522

Re: I've been very, very bad... And will doubtless suffer fo

I really like the that combination of a commander slide with officer frame. Always made sense to me. When Colt came out with their Wiley Clapp CCO, I bought one and love. Nearly ideal as a edc for me. But I've got a bit more in mine than you do. :roll:
by ceb
Wed Feb 03, 2016 12:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: What's Your Favorite Western...
Replies: 136
Views: 21808

Re: OT: What's Your Favorite Western...

No way to pick a single favorite, and looks like most of us can't. I have most of what's listed above and watch them over and over. Sometimes when I put one in, my wife will ask if I think it will end different this time! I love 'em all.
by ceb
Wed Feb 03, 2016 12:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: It's been a rough winter!
Replies: 31
Views: 2827

Re: It's been a rough winter!

Man, what a rough road, glad you're improving.
by ceb
Tue Dec 22, 2015 8:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tia.
Replies: 72
Views: 7618

Re: Tia.

Sorry to hear Nath, I've truly enjoyed following your adventures with her over the years. Keep posting the pics, we will enjoy remenbering her.
by ceb
Thu Nov 19, 2015 7:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .380, or .38 Special
Replies: 78
Views: 6845

Re: .380, or .38 Special

I too have both, a LCP and a Smith 442. In truth I trust the .38 cartridge over the .380 but the LCP is almost always in the pocket of my pants when just sitting around the house. Neither of these is my normal carry however, for that I use a S&W Shield in .40 most of the time or a Colt CCO in .4...
by ceb
Tue Jul 07, 2015 6:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Get A Hanky Out For This One :-(
Replies: 17
Views: 3426

Re: Get A Hanky Out For This One :-(

I'm an animal control officer, you would think I would be used to this, but I ain't. I still blubber.
by ceb
Thu May 21, 2015 6:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sucks to get old, don't it
Replies: 24
Views: 3846

Sucks to get old, don't it

Yesterday I attended a local match of the Illinois Police Association, this was just a form of the old PPC course I used to shoot back in the day. Reminded once again on just how bad my eyes have got. I used to average a score in the upper 580's out of 600 on this course of fire. Now if wearing my n...
by ceb
Wed May 13, 2015 9:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "Woods-Walking" back-up...
Replies: 16
Views: 2745

Re: "Woods-Walking" back-up...

I use Rugers SR-22 for pretty much the same purpose. But since I also carry a Shield in .40cal for ccl, I would try the new Smith M&P .22 compact if I had it to do over.
by ceb
Wed Apr 15, 2015 10:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt 1911: Original configuration, or Commander?
Replies: 52
Views: 6189

Re: Colt 1911: Original configuration, or Commander?

I've had several over the years, for the range I prefer the full size, for ccw the LW Commander. I recently replaced the Commander as a primary carry with Colts new Wiley Clapp CCO, lightweight officer frame with standard commander top half. Best of both worlds. Still shoot the old PPC competitions ...
by ceb
Mon Mar 16, 2015 10:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30 Carbine
Replies: 17
Views: 2546

Re: 30 Carbine

I'll be interested to hear what you think of the Priv Partisan ammo, its about the only semi-affordable soft point available.
by ceb
Mon Feb 16, 2015 9:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt single actions....
Replies: 63
Views: 6826

Re: Colt single actions....

Well I just picked up my first, not as neat with history like i'm seeing here, but a saa just the same. Colt single actions are just not very common in southern Il, the few I see in gun shows around here are always priced way outside my abilities to pay. But when I walked into my LGS and saw a new 3...
by ceb
Fri Jan 30, 2015 9:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Good Old Gun Writers...
Replies: 57
Views: 8443

Re: The Good Old Gun Writers...

Skeeter Skelton was my favorite, but I read all I could get my hands on.
by ceb
Fri Jan 30, 2015 8:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What do you carry in your 38 Special?
Replies: 60
Views: 6995

Re: What do you carry in your 38 Special?

I load mine with the old FBI load, Remington 158gr SWCHP.
by ceb
Wed Jan 14, 2015 10:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Photo's of the new S&W 28-2
Replies: 24
Views: 3326

Re: Photo's of the new S&W 28-2

My first ever handgun was a 4" model 28. Purchased new right after my 21st birthday almost 42yrs ago. Long since gone in a unremembered trade, I'd love to find a replacement. Good find!
by ceb
Sat Dec 27, 2014 10:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: (Archery) Homemade Turkey Thumper.
Replies: 19
Views: 2907

Re: (Archery) Homemade Turkey Thumper.

Many don't consider the turkey to be small game. While that head would be superb on game such as rabbit and squirrel, I personally wouldn't use it on turkey. After 44yrs of bowhunting experience, for me anything groundhog size and up gets a sharp broadhead.
by ceb
Sun Dec 21, 2014 4:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: It's a Christmas miracle!
Replies: 17
Views: 1662

Re: It's a Christmas miracle!

Strange, I was just thinking about the fact that it has now been two full years since I have seen ANY .22s for sell at anything other than scalpers prices. I'm glad to hear at least someone is.
by ceb
Tue Nov 04, 2014 10:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: S&W M&P SHIELD...new to me "BUG/EDC"...
Replies: 31
Views: 2697

Re: S&W M&P SHIELD...new to me "BUG/EDC"...

I too own a Ruger LCP, I find mine reliable and accurate enough that out to 10yds or so I can hold a 3" or so group. Its very good for pocket carry and thats generally what I do when sitting around the house in a pair of lounge pants or shorts. I don't however use it for edc, only when I just c...
by ceb
Sat Nov 01, 2014 10:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: S&W M&P SHIELD...new to me "BUG/EDC"...
Replies: 31
Views: 2697

Re: S&W M&P SHIELD...new to me "BUG/EDC"...

Since Illinois finially passed a concealed carry law and I received my permit the shield has been my primary ccw. While I'm really a fan of the 1911 and I have carried my lightweight Commander, the Shield is lighter, slimmer and just easier to carry. I bought mine in .40cal, and in several hundred r...
by ceb
Tue Aug 26, 2014 10:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For you 1911 Fans
Replies: 10
Views: 2311

Re: For you 1911 Fans

Good article, the 1911 is my all time favorite handgun.
by ceb
Thu Aug 07, 2014 5:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hunting question
Replies: 21
Views: 1462

Re: Hunting question

To answer the original question, yes I believe bowhunting to be very humane and effective. This is based on better than 40yrs of experience in the sport. Do you have to do your part, yes. But a razor sharp broadhead placed in vital organs is extremly effective. Do they drop on the spot, no not usual...
by ceb
Wed Jun 04, 2014 10:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: LCP...didn't need it, got it anyways
Replies: 52
Views: 4941

Re: LCP...didn't need it, got it anyways

I too love my little LCP, I find it accurate and easy to shoot. It often rides in the pocket of my shorts around the house. It has a good trigger and mine has not malfunctioned in over 500 RDS. I am currently carrying Gold Dots in mine, but my extra mag carries FMJ FP, and it sometimes gets loaded f...
by ceb
Wed Jun 04, 2014 10:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: one day....
Replies: 13
Views: 1136

Re: one day....

I'd think long and hard 'bout letting that little Winchester go, if I was forced to get down to one gun only, it would be a .22
by ceb
Sun Jun 01, 2014 3:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .25acp
Replies: 22
Views: 2339

Re: .25acp

Don't own a .25, but it might work up close, Ruger LCP .380 fills that role for me.
by ceb
Sat May 31, 2014 1:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Victory is Mine. [ALL SHOT UP]
Replies: 30
Views: 3011

Re: Victory is Mine. [ALL SHOT UP]

39A has been my all time favorite lever gun. Unbelievable how much fun and satisfaction it has given over the years. Congrats on the find.
by ceb
Fri May 16, 2014 12:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt Officers ACP
Replies: 10
Views: 2156

Re: Colt Officers ACP

I owned a stainless Officers Model at one time, I remember it functioned well and was plenty accurate. I should not of let it go. However a 70s built Colt Lightweight Commander seemed to follow me home yesterday.
by ceb
Fri May 09, 2014 9:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The 50 to 100 Yard 2" Difference...
Replies: 29
Views: 2553

Re: The 50 to 100 Yard 2" Difference...

Sounds like a perfect sight setup to me. I wish I lived in a state that allowed rifle deer hunting.
by ceb
Mon Apr 28, 2014 9:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger LCP Range Report…
Replies: 43
Views: 4279

Re: Ruger LCP Range Report…

Good to read about these since I have none to very little knowledge of the new pistols. I've stayed away from polymers but was looking at some of these Rugers. I'm waiting to get my hands on the new Remington R51 9mm, but I guess that is bigger then this 380. I think it is about the size of the Bro...
by ceb
Sun Apr 27, 2014 9:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger LCP Range Report…
Replies: 43
Views: 4279

Re: Ruger LCP Range Report…

I hear a lot of comments about the LCP trigger, what am I missing here. The trigger on mine is very smooth and is lighter than my j-frame revolvers. That's what the LCP trigger reminds me of, the smooth double action trigger stroke of a good revolver. Very shootable for me. Ruger redesigned the sig...
by ceb
Thu Apr 24, 2014 9:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger LCP Range Report…
Replies: 43
Views: 4279

Re: Ruger LCP Range Report…

I hear a lot of comments about the LCP trigger, what am I missing here. The trigger on mine is very smooth and is lighter than my j-frame revolvers. That's what the LCP trigger reminds me of, the smooth double action trigger stroke of a good revolver. Very shootable for me.
by ceb
Wed Apr 23, 2014 12:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger LCP Range Report…
Replies: 43
Views: 4279

Re: Ruger LCP Range Report…

I have mine for 2-3 years now, it has near six hundred rounds through it without a malfunction. Two to three inch groups all the way out to 12-15 yds. Mines a keeper, congrats on yours.
by ceb
Thu Apr 17, 2014 2:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: XXX Peep Show XXX
Replies: 17
Views: 2229

Re: XXX Peep Show XXX

I covered my eyes
by ceb
Sat Feb 22, 2014 6:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: You have one firearm to survive what is it?
Replies: 167
Views: 21481

Re: You have one firearm to survive what is it?

If I could only have one firearm for all purposes, I would want a reliable accurate .22 rifle.
by ceb
Tue Feb 11, 2014 6:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Updated Dillon 550Bs
Replies: 7
Views: 1022

Re: Updated Dillon 550Bs

Griff, I shouldn't have sold you that 550, I'm so dumb sometimes. :roll:
by ceb
Fri Feb 07, 2014 11:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ammo preference for ccw
Replies: 73
Views: 5822

Re: Ammo preference for ccw

I carry a 442 j-frame, the Speer short barrell 135gr seems to have a growing following, but the old 158gr lead hollowpoint the Chicago or FBI load I think would still get the job done if need be and is what I load with.
by ceb
Wed Jan 29, 2014 12:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday ceb and SIGHTHUNTER09.
Replies: 7
Views: 730

Re: Happy Birthday ceb and SIGHTHUNTER09.

Well, I got a card from the mother in law with the picture of a frog and congratulations for getting through another year without croaking!
by ceb
Sun Jan 05, 2014 6:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Big trouble at home - please pray hard for us
Replies: 124
Views: 11699

Re: Big trouble at home - please pray hard for us

Haven't been on the site much of late, but prayers up never the less. May God Bless
by ceb
Thu Aug 15, 2013 11:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Squillicide Gunz
Replies: 29
Views: 2676

Re: Squillicide Gunz

I'll switch between one of my Marlin 39s, a Mark II Ruger, or my recurve.
by ceb
Fri Aug 09, 2013 5:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Traded for a lever for 1911 Kimber.
Replies: 25
Views: 2283

Re: Traded for a lever for 1911 Kimber.

I have one as well, slightly modified to suit my preferences (Installed a single side safety, a steel Wilson mainspring housing and a short trigger to better fit me), gun has proven to be reliable and very accurate. Its a good choice.
by ceb
Fri Jul 05, 2013 9:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Taking a leave.
Replies: 27
Views: 2014

Re: Taking a leave.

We'll miss ya while your gone!
by ceb
Sun Apr 28, 2013 6:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: business with CEB
Replies: 5
Views: 957

Re: business with CEB

Ah Shucks :oops: thanks!
by ceb
Mon Feb 18, 2013 4:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 22 LR going for $0.07 per round no questions asked????
Replies: 55
Views: 3555

Re: 22 LR going for $0.07 per round no questions asked????

One of my LGS offered me $25 a brick for bulk pack Remington .22 when he found out I had them, looks like he could still double his money. By the way, I declined, I too don't know how long this drought will last.
by ceb
Sat Feb 16, 2013 10:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Springfield Armory 1911-A1
Replies: 34
Views: 2384

Re: Springfield Armory 1911-A1

I bought a Mil-Spec a few years back, wouldn't shoot for beans, on the order of 8-9 inch groups at 25yds. Called Springfield and they said send it back and sent a shipping tag. It returned in about 3 weeks as a 2" or better gun. They have excellant customer service.
by ceb
Mon Jan 28, 2013 10:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday TriggerPhinger an ceb.
Replies: 7
Views: 474

Re: Happy Birthday TriggerPhinger an ceb.

Thanks guys, turned 60 today, my wife says I am now officially old!