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- Mon Jul 27, 2009 6:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 1894 "Marlin Jam"
- Replies: 31
- Views: 17799
Re: 1894 "Marlin Jam"
I have not had a problem with mine. I think this is blown out of proportion. I hear the Yugo SKS is also a problem but most of the problem stems from lack of cleaning. I never had a problem with the SKS either. So what I'm saying is, take care of it and use it properly and you should be ok.
- Mon Jul 27, 2009 5:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT-American made camping gear
- Replies: 16
- Views: 11724
Re: OT-American made camping gear
A compass made in Michigan. http://cammenga.com/cammenga-products.php?category=1
- Tue Jul 14, 2009 7:06 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Faces !!
- Replies: 640
- Views: 87379
Re: Faces !!
There you go.
- Fri Jul 03, 2009 6:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The Patriot **OT**
- Replies: 22
- Views: 3176
Re: The Patriot **OT**
I really like that movie. The scene where they are at the Spansh Mission was filmed at Cypress Gardens in SC a few mile from the house. The mission is like 1/4 scale but when you see the scene it looks much larger. It's like when you watch a ball game and the catcher looks huge compared to the pitch...
- Sat Jun 13, 2009 12:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Can I ask this on here ?
- Replies: 37
- Views: 4440
Re: Can I ask this on here ?
If there was a 3 point line when Pistol Pete was playing he would have racked up a bunch more points. That's all I have to say about that.
- Thu Jun 11, 2009 8:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT-Poison Ivy
- Replies: 31
- Views: 3219
Re: OT-Poison Ivy
I've had two cases of sever PI. Since then the best remedy or should I say relief is to treat the affected area with hot water, as hot as you can take without burning your self. This will cause it to itch like crazy. Once the itching stops you can pat dry the area. This prevents the blistering and y...
- Tue May 12, 2009 9:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Look at this wack job..................
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2382
Re: Look at this wack job..................
Wack job alright...giving out his name after admitting to his stock pile of ammo to the press. 

- Wed Apr 08, 2009 7:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT-what would you do if you won the lottery
- Replies: 41
- Views: 4025
Re: OT-what would you do if you won the lottery
I would pay off all debts, take care of the family and then disappear.
- Mon Mar 23, 2009 6:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How do you handle "The Question"
- Replies: 69
- Views: 8165
Re: How do you handle "The Question"
I would respond by saying, "It is not the number of guns, it is how much ammo one has that matters."
- Thu Mar 05, 2009 10:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Laid Off? Need work? Post it here and lets network!
- Replies: 217
- Views: 577936
Re: Laid Off? Need work? Post it here and lets network!
Sorry I didn't think of this earlier. Several weeks ago while eating lunch in Columbia SC I picked up one of those free local newspapers. There was an article about 180 jobs at Fort Jackson that includes many civilian job needed to be filled. I thought I saved the paper but couldn't find it or the a...
- Fri Feb 27, 2009 7:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Home made jacketed bullets?
- Replies: 31
- Views: 10236
Re: Home made jacketed bullets?
Thanks Steve, it looks like you have a fine set up and a good system for msking accurate bullets.
- Tue Feb 24, 2009 9:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Home made jacketed bullets?
- Replies: 31
- Views: 10236
Re: Home made jacketed bullets?
Grizz, I did a little research and I'm looking at options for making my own bullets. I'm aware of casting but before going further I checked into what is needed and the process of making jacketed bullets. I appreciate the information that has been offered and will must likely start casting in the ne...
- Tue Feb 24, 2009 6:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Home made jacketed bullets?
- Replies: 31
- Views: 10236
Home made jacketed bullets?
Anyone here make there own jacketed bullet? From what I've read the equipment is a bit pricey but seems simple enough to do. What is your experience?
- Wed Feb 18, 2009 9:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - The sack lunches
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2713
Re: OT - The sack lunches
El,
It might be a made up story but if I am ever in a similar situation I will make it true.
It might be a made up story but if I am ever in a similar situation I will make it true.
- Sun Feb 15, 2009 8:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Mil Surplus ammo
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1845
Re: OT - Mil Surplus ammo
I clean my M44 bore with "Sweet's 7.62 Solvent" after using corrosive ammo. It will clean the bore and your nose at the same time. It is a strong ammonia solution designed for corrosive ammo cleaning.
- Tue Jan 20, 2009 7:44 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT question about face-to-face transfers
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3053
Re: OT question about face-to-face transfers
The writer of the posted thread was describing an end around process for record tracibility on the purchase of his older firearms when the "Gun Band" become the new law. From what I gather, there is a record keeping requirement that expires after ten years. So if the records are destroyed ...
- Tue Jan 20, 2009 7:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Ok. Toy trains it is.
- Replies: 25
- Views: 2778
Re: Ok. Toy trains it is.
Looks great I love them engines. My son has several HO sets and I have an Loinel set which was used for Christmas under the tree. My grandson has a lot of the Thomas The Tank Engine sets and accessories. I recently suggested that we take my sons layout board and make the Island of Sodar because my s...
- Sun Jan 18, 2009 9:19 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: C&R license question(s)
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1442
Re: C&R license question(s)
Go for it. Here is a link on how to get one.
http://www.surplusrifle.com/shooting200 ... /index.asp
Here is a link for dealers.
http://parallaxscurioandrelicfirearmsfo ... ic/id/1187
http://www.surplusrifle.com/shooting200 ... /index.asp
Here is a link for dealers.
http://parallaxscurioandrelicfirearmsfo ... ic/id/1187
- Mon Dec 01, 2008 7:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Magnets and guns or knives
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1288
Re: OT - Magnets and guns or knives
If the magnetic field is strong enough the knife or gun will collect metal filings and chips. This might be a problem for you later while sharpening the knife or working on the gun. It helps with screwdrivers and small metal screws. 

- Fri Nov 14, 2008 9:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: New Here !!! I want to buy a lever in 44 mag. Help !?!?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 4014
Re: New Here !!! I want to buy a lever in 44 mag. Help !?!?
The 94's are great from either manufacturer. I haven't heard of any safety issues except the earlier models don't have the cross bolt safeties. Standard iron sights are all that are needed. The ballistics range of a 44 mag is about 100-125 yards maybe 150. Where you are at I don't think you'll get m...
- Sat Oct 18, 2008 5:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - what milsurp rifle under $200 makes the best hunter?
- Replies: 43
- Views: 6253
Re: OT - what milsurp rifle under $200 makes the best hunter?
My model 44 Mosin Nagant would be the rifle hands down. I purchased the rifle 2-3 yrs ago for $70 out the door. Its a great shooter and pretty much shoot to point of aim with iron sights out to 200 yards. The only draw back is trying to mount a scope. My M44 would diffentely do the job. Use a 180g ...
- Wed Oct 01, 2008 6:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: What is "cutting oil" really?
- Replies: 22
- Views: 3624
Re: What is "cutting oil" really?
Use a starting tap (pointed). When you start the tap make sure it is not cocked or tilted, try to be straight as possible. Once it starts cutting make a 1/4 to 1/2 turn and back up to break the chip (a 1/4 turn) and proceed with every 1/4 to 1/2 turn of cutting and a 1/4 turn reverse to break the ch...
- Mon Sep 22, 2008 8:19 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Jeans
- Replies: 35
- Views: 4451
Re: OT: Jeans
I haven't wore a pair of jeans since last winter/early spring. I wear shorts here in SC. When the weather changes I'll try on the Wranglers. I hope they fit. 

- Mon Sep 22, 2008 8:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Wow!! The price I just paid for some ammo.
- Replies: 25
- Views: 3068
Re: Wow!! The price I just paid for some ammo.
Do you think we can be bailed out if we can't afford the ammo for our guns. I have been shopping for a while and i'm now looking into casting my own. I wonder what it would take to make brass shells?
- Fri Sep 05, 2008 9:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT Hurricane supplies
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3363
Re: OT Hurricane supplies
One question, OK 2- how ya gonna get to all that stuff when your house is under 6 feet of water? That would mean that the water level achieved 36 feet and 20 miles inland. Better yet, how long will it take to pack it up and move it to a dry place? Do you have at least 2-3 days worth of stuff where ...
- Tue Sep 02, 2008 5:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT Hurricane supplies
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3363
Re: OT Hurricane supplies
If I read right, you are planning on using the hot water tank for drinking water. I know you can drain it as needed, but I would not rely on it - it may not be there and the quality may not be good. If the water tank is gone so will I. All tanks have a shut off valve. When you go on vacation for a ...
- Mon Sep 01, 2008 2:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT Hurricane supplies
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3363
OT Hurricane supplies
With the latest in hurricane development Gustov, now Hanna I took a quick inventory of my supplies. Just in MRE's and can foods I believe I have enough to last 6 days for 5 people. With the other dry foods and the refrigerator I think we can make it 10 days. The only item that I'm a little low on is...
- Sun Aug 31, 2008 2:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Trim your brass
- Replies: 2
- Views: 874
Trim your brass
I just finished up trimming a batch of 30-30's. I use the Lee Zip trimmer which spins the shell while you use the length gage with the cutter to trim. This works well, but I have seen shells that have a wobble as you spin them. I check to make sure that the shell is positioned properly and that ther...
- Sun Aug 31, 2008 9:42 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Sportsman Warehouse opened here today.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1732
Re: Sportsman Warehouse opened here today.
I frequently stop in at the Columbia store and find that the 30-30 ammo is cheaper than Bass Pro and Gander Mountain. Not a lot cheaper, a dollar or so. They do seem to be picked over on bullets for reloading. At least the ones I'm looking for. Bass Pro (NC) has nothing to speak of in reload invento...
- Wed Aug 27, 2008 7:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Modern Marlin info - loading gate change
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1554
Re: Modern Marlin info - loading gate change
I'm not aware of this. Are you talking about filing the inside of the receiver at the loading gate slot or the loading gate spring?
- Sun Aug 24, 2008 2:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Figuring optimum barrel length?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1239
Re: Figuring optimum barrel length?
I had typed a detailed responce but for some reason it didn't post. I probably hit the wrong button. Here is the summary The optimum barrel length is the length that provides for the expanding gases to be most effecient. B = L * (D*D) * .773 B = bore volume in cubic inches. L = length traveled by th...
- Sat Aug 23, 2008 4:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT "Secrets of Oil"
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1073
OT "Secrets of Oil"
FYI
It is a rerun but for those that haven't seen it before.
Modern Marvels "Secrets of Oil" at 7:00 pm tonight on the History Channel.
It is a rerun but for those that haven't seen it before.
Modern Marvels "Secrets of Oil" at 7:00 pm tonight on the History Channel.
- Fri Aug 22, 2008 8:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT–Are You Brother Lever Gunners Blood Donors?
- Replies: 40
- Views: 5568
Re: OT–Are You Brother Lever Gunners Blood Donors?
Yes. Sometimes the local gun shop offers a promotion for a free 6 month range pass or $50 off a gun purchase for that day if you donate. They always have a good turn out with or with out the promotions. They also have a free BBQ for the blood drive.
- Fri Aug 22, 2008 7:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Marlin 336
- Replies: 2
- Views: 982
- Fri Aug 22, 2008 7:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Doing anything different in their hunting plans this year?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2486
Re: Doing anything different in their hunting plans this year?
I plan on getting out ealier instead of waiting until the last few days. I will be using a lever action. Might alternate between the 30-30 and 44 mag.
- Fri Aug 22, 2008 6:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: New article by JimT
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1483
Re: New article by JimT
I glad he had his laptop and posted his story before he was eaten. I'm going to miss him. 

- Tue Aug 05, 2008 6:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Feel bad for my local gun-shop owner.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3045
Re: Feel bad for my local gun-shop owner.
Can your friend go after the gunsmith for damages? I figure that there is not much there but it might be worth a try. He may come into some money in the future.
- Wed Jul 30, 2008 9:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Did SASS kill the Winchester model 94?
- Replies: 69
- Views: 11834
Re: Did SASS kill the Winchester model 94?
Popeye, If you are addressing my post I'm a bit confused. I said nothing about AK47's. I believe Marlin has been bought by Remington, Rossi is out of Brazil where production cost are lower.popeye44 wrote:CJ, Rossi Henry Marlin seem to be doing well and I dont think they are making AK47's.
- Tue Jul 29, 2008 8:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Did SASS kill the Winchester model 94?
- Replies: 69
- Views: 11834
Re: Did SASS kill the Winchester model 94?
Don't forget that these rifles have been around for over a century. Think of all the millions of rifles produced that are still floating around. Almost everytime a used leveraction is sold or traded that is one less new gun made. We all heard of the great deals that someone picked up at a gun show, ...
- Mon Jul 28, 2008 5:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Speaking of Trappers: Here's one I've never seen / heard of
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3250
Re: Speaking of Trappers: Here's one I've never seen / heard of
Maybe a limited production for one of the distributors? Dang, now I want it too... :lol: A long time ago, over a year or so there was a thread on this site to have a group by of a special made leveraction. I think it was when the word leaked out that Winchester was closing. Do any of you remember w...
- Mon Jul 28, 2008 5:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT- recommend cigar for beginner
- Replies: 45
- Views: 7142
Re: OT- recommend cigar for beginner
The Casa Blanca Robusto is a nice mild cigar. I had one today and enjoyed it. I really like to size, 50 ring 5" lenght. The length is perfect. For me it burned the right amount of time for when your on the move. I never seem to be able to just sit back and smoke one for very long. The $3.00 pri...
- Sun Jul 27, 2008 9:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Speaking of Trappers: Here's one I've never seen / heard of
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3250
Re: Speaking of Trappers: Here's one I've never seen / heard of
Maybe a limited production for one of the distributors? Dang, now I want it too... :lol: A long time ago, over a year or so there was a thread on this site to have a group by of a special made leveraction. I think it was when the word leaked out that Winchester was closing. Do any of you remember w...
- Tue Jul 22, 2008 6:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Need Help getting started re-loading somewhat OT
- Replies: 25
- Views: 2869
Re: Need Help getting started re-loading somewhat OT
TCB, I purchased the Lee Annerversary Kit. This will give you what you need. It will give a thick book about reloading that you can spend many of night reading. You will have to buy the Dies and supplies for each caliber. Terry does make a good point about reading all you can about reloading. The fi...
- Tue Jul 08, 2008 6:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How do make time to reload
- Replies: 36
- Views: 4925
How do make time to reload
I seem to have little time to reload. I was wondering how some of you take or make the time. The only way I can do it is to sacrifice sleep to reload. This might not be the best or safest way to do this. How do you do it?
- Tue Jun 24, 2008 5:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT- PIG ROAST
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1800
Re: OT- PIG ROAST
Try Sticky Fingers. They have several sauces to pick from. I've had them all and like them all.
http://www.stickyfingersonline.com/
I also like the Jack Daniels Old # 7.
http://www.stickyfingersonline.com/
I also like the Jack Daniels Old # 7.
- Sat May 17, 2008 12:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: gun combo 1 of 5
- Replies: 21
- Views: 4516
- Fri Apr 11, 2008 7:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Q: CCL - Texas up to Wyoming and down to Colorado / New Mex?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3032
- Sat Apr 05, 2008 3:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: New guy checking in...Stan in SC
- Replies: 29
- Views: 4034
- Fri Apr 04, 2008 7:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Just Joined.
- Replies: 29
- Views: 5159
- Fri Apr 04, 2008 7:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: New guy checking in...Stan in SC
- Replies: 29
- Views: 4034