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by 765x53
Tue Dec 30, 2025 11:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: We've had a fire today ...
Replies: 12
Views: 362

Re: We've had a fire today ...

I stoked a coal furnace and carried ashes from the basement when growing up. Natural gas is fine with me.
by 765x53
Fri Dec 26, 2025 1:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Christmas in Appalachia 1964
Replies: 11
Views: 427

Re: Christmas in Appalachia 1964

I believe the primary purpose of the video was to sell Johnson's "War on Poverty" / "Great Society" big government scheme. With no regard or respect for the dignity of the people.
by 765x53
Mon Dec 22, 2025 11:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Closed: Borchardt Rifle Corporation
Replies: 25
Views: 5660

Re: Closed: Borchardt Rifle Corporation

Pat C wrote: Sat Dec 20, 2025 2:52 pm Do they still make the Ruger cylinders?
They did five or six years ago, when I got one. During the China flue fiasco it took a long time to get some ejector housings but, they were still in business.
by 765x53
Mon Dec 15, 2025 10:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Australian mass shooting incident
Replies: 14
Views: 872

Re: Australian mass shooting incident

Politicians' will concentrate on guns to distract from the ethnicity and motivation of the shooters.
by 765x53
Fri Dec 12, 2025 2:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Changes in PA
Replies: 14
Views: 833

Re: Changes

I hear on the news that Maine has a big problem with crime by illegals'. It would not surprise me to learn that wholesale commercial poaching is one of those crimes.
by 765x53
Tue Dec 09, 2025 11:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Were the first lever guns really 'assault rifles' of the day
Replies: 14
Views: 886

Re: Were the first lever guns really 'assault rifles' of the day

I remember reading of the Turkish army using Winchester '66s as assault rifles in a battle with Russians. Using their single-shots for long range and switching to levers as the battle closed. Don't ask me which war, or where I read it.
by 765x53
Mon Dec 08, 2025 10:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For those who trust their doctors....
Replies: 15
Views: 824

Re: For those who trust their doctors....

I saw a video by Dr. John Campbell this week about the vitamin D fiasco. My physicians cut my D intake last year for no reason other than, "We don't see levels as high as yours in most people..." Well, duh... I've upped my dosage again and they most assuredly hear about it from me during ...
by 765x53
Tue Dec 02, 2025 11:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More USPS antics!
Replies: 26
Views: 2149

Re: More USPS antics!

USPS, one of constitutionally mandated responsibilities of congress.
by 765x53
Tue Dec 02, 2025 2:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More USPS antics!
Replies: 26
Views: 2149

Re: More USPS antics!

Funny you should mention. I purchased a gun on Gun Broker. I sent a check via Priority Mail on Nov. 10. It arrived in Philadelphia on the 15th, where it languished until delivered on Dec. 1.
by 765x53
Thu Nov 20, 2025 11:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The last penny was minted in Philadelphia today
Replies: 15
Views: 1685

Re: The last penny was minted in Philadelphia today

I believe a simpler and more cost-effective solution would be to eliminate all paper currency and redesignate the cent as a dollar. We would then have $1 through $100 coins which are fast becoming pocket change anyway.
by 765x53
Wed Nov 12, 2025 12:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 'Gun Collection Envy' - try not to fall into that trap...
Replies: 21
Views: 1836

Re: 'Gun Collection Envy' - try not to fall into that trap...

I don't really collect guns. I just want one of each.
by 765x53
Thu Oct 23, 2025 1:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hell's Angels enforcing Mexican Border...
Replies: 1
Views: 700

Re: Hell's Angels enforcing Mexican Border...

Taking over the drug distribution?
by 765x53
Fri Oct 17, 2025 12:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tyler T Grip
Replies: 6
Views: 1240

Re: Tyler T Grip

I ordered one for my Security Six. It probably was 2021. It took eight months or more to arrive. I found new old stock for a Smith and a Colt on eBay much more quickly.
by 765x53
Tue Oct 14, 2025 11:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Rangers hitting shelves
Replies: 21
Views: 4987

Re: Winchester Rangers hitting shelves

mickbr wrote: Mon Oct 13, 2025 5:25 pm
JimT wrote: Sun Oct 05, 2025 10:56 am
Bill in Oregon wrote: Sun Oct 05, 2025 7:10 am Every soul is precious to the One who created it.
+1
+1.
Please! Tell the Turks. https://www.gettyimages.com/photos/armenian-genocide
by 765x53
Sun Oct 05, 2025 2:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Rangers hitting shelves
Replies: 21
Views: 4987

Re: Winchester Rangers hitting shelves

JimT wrote: Sun Oct 05, 2025 10:56 am
Bill in Oregon wrote: Sun Oct 05, 2025 7:10 am Every soul is precious to the One who created it.
+1
That doesn't alter the evil pagan moon-god that they worship and the horror that they have visited on the World for more than 1400 years.
by 765x53
Sat Oct 04, 2025 4:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Rangers hitting shelves
Replies: 21
Views: 4987

Re: Winchester Rangers hitting shelves

Well, they are NATO partners, and it is possible a Christian is among the employees. The Turkish firearms industry has access to some lovely walnut. Islam: The vast majority of Turks are Muslim, with Sunni Islam being the most common branch, particularly the Hanafi school of thought. Alevi Muslims,...
by 765x53
Sat Oct 04, 2025 12:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Rangers hitting shelves
Replies: 21
Views: 4987

Re: Winchester Rangers hitting shelves

I'm as reluctant to give money to mohammedans as to China.
by 765x53
Tue Sep 30, 2025 2:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: cataract / astigmatism surgery
Replies: 8
Views: 4499

Re: cataract / astigmatism surgery

I had cataract surgery in both eyes done thirty years ago. My wife had both done last year. No problems for us. Find a reputable, experienced surgeon. My surgeon had retired, so we had to shop around for my wife. Fortunately we found an excellent surgeon and facility. There surely is one in your are...
by 765x53
Fri Sep 26, 2025 3:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The current UFO revelations
Replies: 29
Views: 38405

Re: The current UFO revelations

Never seen anything unexplainable in the sky. A lot of people who believe in UFO's and aliens scoff at the possibility of Sasquatch. Which is more within the realm of possibility?
by 765x53
Wed Sep 10, 2025 10:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Trail Boss is BACK!
Replies: 10
Views: 4413

Re: Trail Boss is BACK!

Bill in Oregon wrote: Wed Sep 10, 2025 8:09 am Yes, Unique please.
Here you go! https://www.precisionreloading.com/cart ... DR&i=UNIQ1
by 765x53
Fri Sep 05, 2025 1:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Watch your Backstop...!
Replies: 1
Views: 603

Re: Watch your Backstop...!

Don't worry. When the electricity goes out and the satellites fall out of the sky, pigmy armies will emerge from the jungle and conquer the World with their unstoppable technology, pointed sticks that fly through the air! There is no defense!
by 765x53
Sat Aug 30, 2025 1:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Speaking of Tom Threepersons
Replies: 9
Views: 4556

Re: Speaking of Tom Threepersons

Their story's are so totally conflated, I'm not sure anyone has ever sorted them out.
by 765x53
Sun Aug 24, 2025 8:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Recently retired...and I
Replies: 30
Views: 13857

Re: Recently retired...and I

Stay busy! I haven't had an hours rest since 2016!
by 765x53
Sun Aug 24, 2025 8:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Speaking of Tom Threepersons
Replies: 9
Views: 4556

Re: Speaking of Tom Threepersons

I wonder where the other one is buried?
by 765x53
Fri Aug 22, 2025 2:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Talking to an Earp
Replies: 10
Views: 4902

Re: Talking to an Earp

I was about 7 years old at my Dad's side when he was introduced to Mr. Earp by mutual friend, and rodeo promoter Clyde Miller.
by 765x53
Thu Aug 14, 2025 4:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Really interesting photo I'd never seen
Replies: 15
Views: 4771

Re: Really interesting photo I'd never seen

Mel Torme was well known for his extensive collection of SAA's.
by 765x53
Sat Aug 02, 2025 2:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cartridge Conversion Cylinders
Replies: 14
Views: 2653

Re: Cartridge Conversion Cylinders

I 've considered they might be fun to play with, but then I remind myself that for an extra $100 I could have complete SAA clone.
by 765x53
Mon Jun 16, 2025 12:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone here mess with a .38 Super?
Replies: 28
Views: 4015

Re: Anyone here mess with a .38 Super?

I have done a small amount of loading using Lee 124 grain TL 's and Lil' Gun. I got good accuracy with just short of maximum loads.
by 765x53
Thu Jun 12, 2025 2:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who bought the last guns you sold?
Replies: 24
Views: 3849

Re: Who bought the last guns you sold?

Sold guns are nothing but regret.
by 765x53
Sat May 17, 2025 12:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Something Cool - A Prototype Marlin
Replies: 7
Views: 1486

Re: Something Cool - A Prototype Marlin

A former member here had a prototype 336. It had no loading gate and loaded like a tube feed .22 or current Henry. It was chambered in .35Rem. The sight dovetails were not cut. It was obviously a proof of concept or tool room prototype. Pretty neat. I would love to up-grade my Marlins with Henry ma...
by 765x53
Thu May 01, 2025 2:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "Better Than a Watch!" (Last day at work -- EVER!!!)
Replies: 21
Views: 9835

Re: "Better Than a Watch!" (Last day at work -- EVER!!!)

Been retired for nine years. Haven't had a single day of rest, relaxation, or fun since. Good luck!
by 765x53
Tue Apr 22, 2025 12:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-30 Ammo Bandolier
Replies: 15
Views: 7143

Re: 30-30 Ammo Bandolier

Vegetable tanned leather will not corrode brass the way chrome tanned leather will. It's more expensive to tan that way which is why the other is more prevalent. So, you could have a bandoleer made but with vegetable tanned leather and it would resist verdigris. Also, nickel plated cases will resis...
by 765x53
Thu Apr 17, 2025 11:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-30 Ammo Bandolier
Replies: 15
Views: 7143

Re: 30-30 Ammo Bandolier

Canvas cartridge belts are available from Buffalo Arms and Wolf Ears Equipment.
https://www.wolfearsequipment.com/cartridge-belts
https://www.buffaloarms.com/search/?q=c ... ridge+belt
by 765x53
Fri Apr 11, 2025 9:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bullet lube
Replies: 3
Views: 1069

Re: Bullet lube

Sounds like a project for a high school or local collage advanced chemistry class.
by 765x53
Sat Apr 05, 2025 6:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gifted a rifle
Replies: 26
Views: 14467

Re: Gifted a rifle

Pat C wrote: Sat Apr 05, 2025 6:35 pm Keep a check at everygunpart .com . Not sure if Pacific Tool makes Winchester bolts or not.
Also keep an eye on the Gun Busters page on Gun Brokers.https://www.gunbroker.com/all/search?in ... ageindex=2
by 765x53
Fri Apr 04, 2025 2:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dan Brooks is maker of this holster
Replies: 1
Views: 954

Re: Dan Brooks is maker of this holster

It appears to be hand-stitched. Mr. Brooks is likely a skilled part-time hobbyist.
by 765x53
Mon Mar 31, 2025 1:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cold Weather RABBITS Snowshoe Hare
Replies: 2
Views: 1738

Re: Cold Weather RABBITS Snowshoe Hare

In summer rabbits may have bot-fly warbles under the skin. Thus the old custom of only hunting rabbits during months with an R.
by 765x53
Mon Mar 24, 2025 2:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another OAC gun show find.
Replies: 12
Views: 4178

Re: Another OAC gun show find.

I still have the lamp and cap I used when coon hunting. It had been my brothers before me. I also have the Prince Albert can for extra carbide and the hip flask for water. If you are not familiar, you only need a few pebbles of carbide in the bottom of the revivor. Test the drip of the water to find...
by 765x53
Wed Mar 05, 2025 1:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stuck bullet!
Replies: 7
Views: 2637

Re: Stuck bullet!

marlinman93 wrote: Wed Mar 05, 2025 11:51 am
wvfarrier wrote: Sun Mar 02, 2025 7:00 pm Unique is probably thr most versatile powder available
And also likely the oldest powder still being produced! I think Moses reloaded with Unique!
Unfortunately, no longer being produced.
by 765x53
Thu Feb 27, 2025 12:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wandering through the desert and found this
Replies: 14
Views: 4479

Re: Wandering through the desert and found this

A perfect illustration why it was never chambered in a lever-gun.
by 765x53
Tue Feb 25, 2025 2:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: DMSO is saving my neck
Replies: 9
Views: 4237

Re: DMSO is saving my neck

I thought DMSO was a solvent used as a liniment. I didn't know people were drinking it.
by 765x53
Mon Feb 24, 2025 4:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: speaking about diet and diets
Replies: 5
Views: 2889

Re: speaking about diet and diets

I like the cave-man diet. "Whatever is available and easiest to acquire."
by 765x53
Sat Feb 22, 2025 3:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: overtly spiritual content because TRUTH matters
Replies: 8
Views: 5092

Re: overtly spiritual content because TRUTH matters

The Advent of Christ and his Church is prophesied throughout the Old Testament. As I learned in my grade school catechism classes from Schuster's "Bible History".
by 765x53
Sat Feb 15, 2025 5:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chasing a piece of history
Replies: 9
Views: 4359

Re: Chasing a piece of history

Considering the time period, he may have been referring to his Smith carbine. A later editor, having little knowledge of firearms, would have added the Wesson and maybe even the "target rifle". Or, it could have been a Frank Wesson rifle with the "Smith" added by a later editor. ...
by 765x53
Sun Jan 19, 2025 5:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Wildcat cartridge I think we need…
Replies: 8
Views: 2392

Re: New Wildcat cartridge I think we need…

Isn't the .480 Achilles close enough for a specially renamed commercial run?
by 765x53
Sat Jan 18, 2025 5:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who Woulda Thunk . . .
Replies: 6
Views: 2023

Re: Who Woulda Thunk . . .

What would happen if a customs agent found a traveler with a note book written in Gregg or Pitman shorthand? :)
by 765x53
Sat Jan 18, 2025 5:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Don't eat batteries....
Replies: 8
Views: 2905

Re: Don't eat batteries....

I recall a comedian whose reply for all of these absurd warning was "if you don't know this, we don't need you".
by 765x53
Mon Jan 13, 2025 12:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Getting old hurts.
Replies: 27
Views: 22242

Re: Getting old hurts.

All of the above happened to me this fall, within days of taking my flu shot that was designated for people over 65. I think they want to get rid of us.