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by Streetstar
Thu Apr 16, 2009 10:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: One fancy peep sight!!
Replies: 20
Views: 1526

Re: One fancy peep sight!!

I know what it looks like, but would that be historically correct for one of the fairgrounds gallery guns maybe ?
by Streetstar
Thu Apr 16, 2009 9:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question about shortening an 1894
Replies: 17
Views: 1718

Re: Question about shortening an 1894

Please let us know the cost and if he is willing to do more work. I have been looking for a while to have my 44mag shortened. Thanks It is a 'smith in Central Oklahoma. I don't know very many businessmen who aren't willing to do more work, but he did state he was a little bit backed up. I have a sn...
by Streetstar
Wed Apr 15, 2009 5:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question about shortening an 1894
Replies: 17
Views: 1718

Re: Question about shortening an 1894

Is the case colored blackhawk factory, or did you have it done? Love it. I like the fixies too, but i need sights i can adjust on a shooter The SBH started out as a three screw w/ 7 1/2" barrel and no finish when I picked it up at a show. Didn't care for the long barrel so I sent it off to Ham...
by Streetstar
Wed Apr 15, 2009 5:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question about shortening an 1894
Replies: 17
Views: 1718

Re: Question about shortening an 1894

----------------- double posted :oops:
by Streetstar
Wed Apr 15, 2009 3:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question about shortening an 1894
Replies: 17
Views: 1718

Re: Question about shortening an 1894

Is the case colored blackhawk factory, or did you have it done? Love it. I like the fixies too, but i need sights i can adjust on a shooter
by Streetstar
Wed Apr 15, 2009 1:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question about shortening an 1894
Replies: 17
Views: 1718

Re: Question about shortening an 1894

I just had a 24" 1894 CB-L cut to 16 1/4". No change to the forearm. Everybody says it looks great. Here it is next to the 24"er ] yep, that looks cool -- and seals the deal for me -- the rifle is wrapped in a soft cloth in the backseat of my truck as i write this. As soon as i get o...
by Streetstar
Wed Apr 15, 2009 1:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Redfield peep sight info
Replies: 6
Views: 2265

Redfield peep sight info

Any of you fellas know where i can get a replacement rear peep sight similar to this? This is a Redfield and the securing plate (not sure if that is correct terminology) on the side is gone, and i cannot find a replacement in Brownells. as well, the elevation knob set screw is stripped, so i was sim...
by Streetstar
Wed Apr 15, 2009 12:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rant: --- price of .22's (firearms and ammo)
Replies: 31
Views: 2311

Re: Rant: --- price of .22's (firearms and ammo)

That 22WMR cylinder is hardly a paperweight. The two single-sixes I've shot were much more accurate shooting the WMR instead of the LR. The 22WMR turns the little six into a whole different beast. - Tristan I know , my remark was tongue in cheek due to the cost of .22 Mag vs Long Rifle. Allegedly t...
by Streetstar
Wed Apr 15, 2009 12:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range report --- 1894 Marlin and SBR
Replies: 0
Views: 750

Range report --- 1894 Marlin and SBR

Range trip yesterday resulted in me being pretty happy with my 1894 --- (first photo) -- 4 nice consistent shots and one "flincher" --- this is at 35 yards, so they are pretty high --- actually they stay high at 50 too, -- i assume they should be right on at 100 with typical pistol cartrid...
by Streetstar
Wed Apr 15, 2009 12:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: winchester 94/410
Replies: 4
Views: 593

Re: winchester 94/410

Here's a link to a thread about these i posted a couple of weeks back for some more responses. I am wanting one of these critters too, but i will likely get the Marlin since it is a current gun now ---- the Winnies i saw on Gun Broker were too rich for me for the utility purpose i had in mind for th...
by Streetstar
Wed Apr 15, 2009 10:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question about shortening an 1894
Replies: 17
Views: 1718

Re: Quest about shortening an 1894

Thank God! I was afraid you were about to ruin a Winchester! You can't do anything to a Marlin but improve it, IMO! Just get out a hacksaw and a hoof rasp. My brother said something similar to me last weekend :lol: Followed by "Why the he--- do you have so many Marlins? Winchester is the only ...
by Streetstar
Tue Apr 14, 2009 12:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Interesting moral/ethical dilemma
Replies: 39
Views: 4025

Re: OT-Interesting moral/ethical dilemma

Maybe there were other issues ------ people dont usually talk about "other issues" when relaying their termination story to friends and family, --- only the bad boss man knows if she was caught doing something else earlier, or was being a pain in the bee bee. I fired a guy recently for bei...
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 13, 2009 11:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question about shortening an 1894
Replies: 17
Views: 1718

Question about shortening an 1894

Anybody know the difference in length between a Trapper fore end and a carbine fore end if any ? I like my "new" 1894 , but would like it better at Trapper length and my 'smith can do the cut, crown, re-set the front sight, etc. for a light price, but i didnt want to throw the thing symetr...
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 13, 2009 11:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rant: --- price of .22's (firearms and ammo)
Replies: 31
Views: 2311

Rant: --- price of .22's (firearms and ammo)

Here's how my day started : 1) last night, a Wal Mart clerk tells me they stock the ammo shelves at night, so if i show up at 7 in the morning, i can score big time ! ------- I dont get up quite that early, but i was there at 830 AM and was delighted to see a smorgasbord of .22 Ammo and a few other ...
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 13, 2009 10:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Day w/ the 94Trails End and tried 45 Colt LE
Replies: 6
Views: 607

Re: Range Day w/ the 94Trails End and tried 45 Colt LE

Had a blast with my Winchester and fellow Shooters. There were a couple LEOs there playing with their ARs. Nice kids and they were kinda impressed with that 100 year old design and cartridge. jb 8) Lately, i have had similar range experiences with the "AR people" ---- i think there are mo...
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 13, 2009 12:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1894FG price check
Replies: 11
Views: 716

Re: 1894FG price check

Is this a new issue firearm or an older model? Is it a "pre safety" or does it have a receiver safety? If it is older , a 41 Mag was likely only made for a limited period of time ---- i probably would have a hard time getting my wallet out fast enough -- then i'd immediately go purchase a ...
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 13, 2009 9:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Henry big Boy Vs Marlin 94
Replies: 33
Views: 5407

Re: Henry big Boy Vs Marlin 94

Bear 45/70 wrote:[Here is the pic of his 1894 matched set.
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Pretty sexy ---- 8)
by Streetstar
Sun Apr 12, 2009 11:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Trails End TANG SAFETY ,I'm a leverholic
Replies: 21
Views: 2691

Re: Winchester Trails End TANG SAFETY ,I'm a leverholic

THANKS GUYS ! THIS ONE IS 99% //WOOD IS BEAUTIFUL FIT IS BEAUTIFUL Guess I got one made on a good day Will try again to load pics That makes 4 levers this year. May now decide to sell my MINT 336 in 35 Rem.,made in 1968 anybody interested? Paid 430 . it is mint. thinking 420 shipped. Also have good...
by Streetstar
Sun Apr 12, 2009 11:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Taurus Gaucho .45 ?? anybody have experience ?
Replies: 12
Views: 8774

Re: Taurus Gaucho .45 ?? anybody have experience ?

[quote="Nate Kiowa Jones"]My perspective on the various SAA's is from a gunsmiths view. Not what they cost or how well they retain their value. Purely from the mechanical perspective. If you want tuff out of the box, Ruger is the way to go, but I don`t consider it to be a clone. The ruger ...
by Streetstar
Sun Apr 12, 2009 2:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: value of a model 1894 made in 1923
Replies: 4
Views: 538

Re: value of a model 1894 made in 1923

maybe not too bad a price ----- some others on this board are far more knowledgable than me about the value of an older rifle though
by Streetstar
Sun Apr 12, 2009 1:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Taurus Gaucho .45 ?? anybody have experience ?
Replies: 12
Views: 8774

Re: Taurus Gaucho .45 ?? anybody have experience ?

thanks for the feedback fellas. This particular model being somewhat new, it sounds like a roll of the dice whether you get a good one or not. It sure looks like a good trail gun or knock around gun. I'd rather have a case colored version since it has no sights ---but i digress Given this revolver's...
by Streetstar
Sun Apr 12, 2009 12:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Grunts, DogFaces, Squids & FlyBoys
Replies: 21
Views: 1299

Re: Grunts, DogFaces, Squids & FlyBoys

oh boy :shock:
by Streetstar
Sat Apr 11, 2009 11:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Taurus Gaucho .45 ?? anybody have experience ?
Replies: 12
Views: 8774

Taurus Gaucho .45 ?? anybody have experience ?

Got in some range time today and was offered a .45 Colt Taurus for $300 by a co-worker. This one is blacker than a well-diggers rear (not case colors) with hard rubber grips. The grip profile is similar to a Colt, but much smaller than a modern Ruger. The little dude has a 5.5 barrel and is fixed si...
by Streetstar
Sat Apr 11, 2009 2:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Are Marines "Soldiers"?
Replies: 55
Views: 4927

Re: OT Are Marines "Soldiers"?

This has degenerated way beyond the scope of my original question. Not quite to the level of the "30-30 vs. AR-15" debate a few days ago, but close :lol: ---- Maybe it would have been safer to suggest that a Norinco Mak 90 is a finer firearm than a Sharps BPCR rifle, and that everyone sho...
by Streetstar
Sat Apr 11, 2009 2:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Are Marines "Soldiers"?
Replies: 55
Views: 4927

Re: OT Are Marines "Soldiers"?

When i was active, we had derogatory nicknames for almost everybody. REMF was still applicable , even to those in our branch,(not a deserving title in hindsight), Air Force was called Air Farce (although without the 160th, we never got anywhere), the Seals were called the Village People (long story,...
by Streetstar
Sat Apr 11, 2009 12:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stainless steel guns are plated?
Replies: 22
Views: 2049

Re: Stainless steel guns are plated?

Stainless is stainless to the bone . I read an article in one of the traditional sixgun oriented magazines where a gentleman had a stainless blackhawk blued, or maybe case colored, i dont remember exactly. It looked pretty sharp. I think he had it modified to shoot a non standard caliber (44 Special...
by Streetstar
Sat Apr 11, 2009 12:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mall Ninja part 2
Replies: 11
Views: 781

Re: Mall Ninja part 2

You have a long way to go before you can call that thing tricked out. :lol: http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r206/Bear-45-70/UltimateWeaponsPlatform.jpg I may have seen this one at the last gun show i went to ! --- love the key ring holder on the pistol grip. In the real world, is it the G3 , Gal...
by Streetstar
Sat Apr 11, 2009 12:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mall Ninja part 2
Replies: 11
Views: 781

Re: Mall Ninja part 2

Don't expect spectacular results with those ammo choices. They should be reasonably accurate, but not match-level by any stretch. Not that there is anything wrong with it either. I'm not expecting match grade results -- i'll get into that when the factory stuff is all gone and its time to reload (w...
by Streetstar
Sat Apr 11, 2009 11:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mall Ninja part 2
Replies: 11
Views: 781

Mall Ninja part 2

a week or so ago i posted a thread about my new AR -- to refresh, it looked like this originally -- all it really needed was a small optical device, maybe a C-More, Holosight, or a conventional 2-7 x 32, http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb285/streetstar707/352.jpg I then totally spazzed out at my ...
by Streetstar
Sat Apr 11, 2009 11:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Are Marines "Soldiers"?
Replies: 55
Views: 4927

Re: OT Are Marines "Soldiers"?

Guys, guys !! No need to get the thread locked ----- :o Many of us have served our country in one capacity or another, --- and darn right there is a bit of inter service rivalry going on --- always has, always will be. In the end, members of all branches have and still are making the ultimate sacri...
by Streetstar
Sat Apr 11, 2009 9:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- - Ruger LCR prices
Replies: 6
Views: 739

Re: OT- - Ruger LCR prices

I've been watching the LCRs sel on GB for anywhere from $600 - $700+ :shock: :shock: :shock: WITHOUT the Crimson Trace grips! Anyone thinking about doing this should please refer to this link instead --- you can get the "real deal" for the same price :o :shock: (The Ruger is a bargain at ...
by Streetstar
Sat Apr 11, 2009 9:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester '73 .32-20....TRADED FOR '76
Replies: 26
Views: 2886

Re: Winchester '73 .32-20

What a buy :shock: The buttstock is absolutely the reason the shop had it marked so low, but it still looks to be worth 3 times what you paid for it I wonder if it would be possible to "age" a replacement buttstock for this rifle to roughly match the fore end. Either way , outstanding rifl...
by Streetstar
Sat Apr 11, 2009 8:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Are Marines "Soldiers"?
Replies: 55
Views: 4927

Re: OT Are Marines "Soldiers"?

My last stateside duty assignment was as a "black hat" at Ft. Benning. In this capacity, i have had the chance to see all branches of the service together. I have seen them all succeed and fail at roughly an equal rate. Training at 110% is the ultimate BS Filter. Marines probably got hamme...
by Streetstar
Fri Apr 10, 2009 8:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Are Marines "Soldiers"?
Replies: 55
Views: 4927

Re: OT Are Marines "Soldiers"?

In all honesty ----- i have to say --- most people who would consider themselves "operators" dont give a flip what you call them. I spent 5 years in the 75th Infantry --- that doesn't quite make me an "operator" in my opinion, but i have spent countless hours training alongside U...
by Streetstar
Fri Apr 10, 2009 3:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 22 RIMFIRE FAVORITES
Replies: 128
Views: 48898

Re: 22 RIMFIRE FAVORITES

Remington Target rifle followed by my 10-22 T target rifle. I am not discriminatory in what i feed them , as i am not going for BR-50 points or anything. The little Henry is always a blast The 10/22 has lately turned into a stove-pipin' *** though, regardless of how clean it may be . I have had a co...
by Streetstar
Fri Apr 10, 2009 3:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: COST OF 22 RIMFIRE
Replies: 115
Views: 28524

Re: COST OF 22 RIMFIRE

Local OKc BassPro had plenty lining the shelves at 19.99 a brick ---- last weekends sale lowered it to 16.99/ brick and they disappeared fast ---------- i didnt make it there in time :lol: i shoot about a brick every 2 months - mostly oyt of my 10-22 T heavy barrel -- so having 10,000 or so of these...
by Streetstar
Fri Apr 10, 2009 1:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: AAARRGGH! NEW Marlin 1895 .410s at Cabelas!
Replies: 8
Views: 808

Re: AAARRGGH! NEW Marlin 1895 .410s at Cabelas!

I am going to call the Ft Worth Cabela's --- if its that price there, thats worth a 175 mile drive for me
by Streetstar
Fri Apr 10, 2009 11:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT.. Appaloosa cowboy movie
Replies: 44
Views: 4288

Re: OT.. Appaloosa cowboy movie

I don't care for Rene Zellweger in anything, and don't understand the attraction. I liked the ending, where Hitch just couldn't let that *** go on living. Boy -- finally finished this movie ! --- Its daylight savings time now and i am usually doing something outside until dark, so i can never pop a...
by Streetstar
Tue Apr 07, 2009 10:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-30 vs AR15
Replies: 137
Views: 18841

Re: 30-30 vs AR15

I'm getting the feeling i'm a little younger than some of you guys (37) -----I'll gladly suck it up and take the Vette.,, but keep the Jeep well maintained for me so i dont have to spend an arm and a leg when i inherit it in 15 years :o :shock: :lol:
by Streetstar
Tue Apr 07, 2009 12:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-what would you do if you won the lottery
Replies: 41
Views: 3340

Re: OT-what would you do if you won the lottery

Streetstar... Nope.. fancy houses, cars, boats and the high life have never been my weakness or desire. Good looking women have been the temptation that I sitll have to fight. I have won thus far and the lotto would cause me to have to fight all that much harder. How about a water cooler that dispe...
by Streetstar
Tue Apr 07, 2009 11:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-what would you do if you won the lottery
Replies: 41
Views: 3340

Re: OT-what would you do if you won the lottery

Am i the only one here who dreams of buying MC Hammer's old house and having a different bouncing car, Hummer or Ferrari for every day of the week ? :lol:
Lets not forget the cigarette boat and keeping my posse fed.

Get me paid !!!!! Hollah
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 06, 2009 11:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: saw a 50 Caliber Black Rifle in CA
Replies: 7
Views: 853

Re: saw a 50 Caliber Black Rifle in CA

It could have been a .50 caliber Beowulf made by Alexander Arms.Do a Google and find out about it. Stan in SC Those rounds are mouse pellets compared to 50 BMG's --- no way it could have been perceived as only "a little shorter" ---- but otherwise, the AA Beowulf kicks tits and i want one...
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 06, 2009 11:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - ugly black plastic pistol joins the OSOK family
Replies: 25
Views: 1889

Re: OT - ugly black plastic pistol joins the OSOK family

Dang it! shortly after reading this thread, i mindlessly bid on another G 21 on Gun Broker and was just informed that i won it :o This is both an upper and a downer since i am still reeling from purchasing 2 cases of 223. I am too far invested in .45 ACP to stop now, or i would have gotten the "...
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 06, 2009 11:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: input on Ruger #1 B
Replies: 27
Views: 2531

Re: input on Ruger #1 B

Oh my gosh that is a awesome rifle, It looks mint! Figure you got that about half price, that wood is defiintely a supreme grade and the bluing also looks fantastic. That is a gun you s/b proud of. WHAT A DEAL!!!!!!!!!!!!! BETTER THAN MONEY IN THE BANK!!! BUT IF ALL THESE TERRIBLE SHOOTINGS KEEP HA...
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 06, 2009 11:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Little Dog is gone
Replies: 19
Views: 2244

Re: Little Dog is gone

Tom, i feel for you. I have a little Pekingnese named Cupcake that i found at the lake while i was 4-wheelin' one day and she is an older dog. A year later and i love that dog more than i love my guns . She is maybe 12 years old --- has declining vision, hearing, and not many teeth left, but she sti...
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 06, 2009 4:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - ugly black plastic pistol joins the OSOK family
Replies: 25
Views: 1889

Re: OT - ugly black plastic pistol joins the OSOK family

O.S.O.K - Your new Glock looks good, shoots true, apparently fits you well, and one can't fault the caliber, so ... congratulations are in order! Hey Streetstar, if you try another box of ammo through that S.A. GI and it still ain't working out for you, give me a shout. I seem to have good karma wi...
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 06, 2009 4:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- What do you say?
Replies: 4
Views: 593

Re: OT- What do you say?

She was a very sick woman to want to take the life of her own child. Given the ammunition all these shootings lately has been giving the liberal left, i just wished she had stayed home and ate Drano
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 06, 2009 3:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - ugly black plastic pistol joins the OSOK family
Replies: 25
Views: 1889

Re: OT - ugly black plastic pistol joins the OSOK family

www.topglock.com --- in case you aren't already familiar with the site ----- tons of good stuff ---- i really wanted one of their 6" .400-Cor-bon barrels for my 21. All this talk about Glocks makes me want another one Hopefully, one more box of ammo and my Springfield will start working right :...
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 06, 2009 3:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-30 vs AR15
Replies: 137
Views: 18841

Re: 30-30 vs AR15

Your squad leader is not going to remind you to check your weapon every couple of days, you have to remember to do it on your own. He darn sure better be.....as well as every other single thing. It's the only job the Squad Leader has: Taking care of his soldier's every need while in the field. :P s...
by Streetstar
Mon Apr 06, 2009 3:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Snakes
Replies: 46
Views: 3979

Re: OT- Snakes

I am an insurance adjuster and as such, get to meet all types of people. One was a contractor who found a little button rattler on my client's property. This "coon butt" (common local term down in Louisiana --- no offense) thought he was gonna play Steve Irwin or something and "get th...