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by Rexster
Sun Jan 28, 2024 1:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I love old model Rugers
Replies: 64
Views: 3498

Re: I love old model Rugers

Bill in Oregon wrote: Sun Jan 28, 2024 1:07 pm Rexter, glad you had that GP100!
I had the preceding Security Six and considered it a bank vault of a .357.
The Security Six is, indeed, a wonderful sixgun! The GP100 is not a better-quality revolver, but is less-expensive for Ruger for manufacture, than the double-action Sixes.
by Rexster
Sun Jan 28, 2024 1:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I love old model Rugers
Replies: 64
Views: 3498

Re: I love old model Rugers

My favorite individual, specific handgun is my first early-Nineties GP100, 172-series serial number, bought new, soon after it was made. In factory trim, with the original-pattern grip, nothing fits my hand better, and nothing points better. The trigger is in the just-right place, throughout the DA ...
by Rexster
Sun Jan 28, 2024 11:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Its been a long while
Replies: 15
Views: 1432

Re: Its been a long while

Howdy, from another member who has been absent from the forum, for far too long.
by Rexster
Sun Jan 28, 2024 11:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A lot of Bull
Replies: 68
Views: 8795

Re: A lot of Bull

.45 Colt makes sense, in the places I am likely to be walking-about. At age 62, and becoming less fleet of foot, feral dogs are the major four-legged threat, and though the local feral hogs usually run, immediately, a home health care nurse was brutally killed by one or more feral hogs, in Chambers ...
by Rexster
Sun Jan 28, 2024 10:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .32 caliber j frame
Replies: 15
Views: 1017

Re: .32 caliber j frame

I stopped wanting to shoot .38 Special through light-alloy-frame snub-guns about 20 years ago, in my early forties. The .32 H&R makes plenty of sense, to me, in a J-sized weapon. I happen to have, and like, the all-stainless S&W Model 631. We have hers-and-his 2” Models 631, sourced from the...
by Rexster
Sun Dec 05, 2021 4:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Social use of the .30-30
Replies: 55
Views: 8044

Re: Social use of the .30-30

My wife and I started our relationship, because of a pre-owned Winchester 94 .30-30 rifle. I was working a security gig at a pawn shop that actually specialized in jewelry, but had an FFL, and would deal in a few firearms. Two sisters walk into the place, with their dad. One of them saw the 94, and ...
by Rexster
Sun Dec 05, 2021 3:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Beautitudes
Replies: 8
Views: 1662

Re: The Beautitudes

Amen!
by Rexster
Sun Dec 05, 2021 3:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLL ON 357 MAG
Replies: 42
Views: 7696

Re: POLL ON 357 MAG

Concealed carry, and social work? I use a Ruger Speed Six, or GP100, for that role. 2.75” and 4” Speed Sixes, and 3” and 4” in the case of the GP100. If smaller is necessary, the SP101 is wonderfully handy. I rarely use revolvers smaller than an SP101. My ultimate comfort gun, as in “comforting, rat...
by Rexster
Thu Jul 22, 2021 6:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How many of you guys carry revolvers for EDC?
Replies: 85
Views: 7239

Re: How many of you guys carry revolvers for EDC?

Rexter, Thank you for your service. Care to mention what department? I was in Houston through most of the 1980s. Same PD as you. Central Patrol. I was a skinny, quiet kid, back then, so you may not remember me, but we passed each other in the hallway a few times, and I would see you around the gym ...
by Rexster
Sun Jul 18, 2021 7:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: COLT SAA THAT GETS CARRIED
Replies: 21
Views: 2716

Re: COLT SAA THAT GETS CARRIED

It warms the heart to see such wonderful, older, well-preserved, well-cared-for sixguns being carried.
by Rexster
Sun Jul 18, 2021 7:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I understand that a lot of people are returning...
Replies: 17
Views: 3794

Re: I understand that a lot of people are returning...

I have not visited here for a while, but this iPad remembered my password, so I reckon that it has not been all that long. Good to see you posting, Hobie. :)

As for FB, I was suspicious of that little Zucker’s business model from from the beginning, so never signed onto that little enterprise.
by Rexster
Sun Jul 18, 2021 7:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers Needed
Replies: 28
Views: 2648

Re: Prayers Needed

My condolences. Prayers for your family.
by Rexster
Sun Jul 18, 2021 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Requesting prayers
Replies: 76
Views: 10172

Re: Requesting prayers

Prayers, for y’all.
by Rexster
Sun Jul 18, 2021 6:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How many of you guys carry revolvers for EDC?
Replies: 85
Views: 7239

Re: How many of you guys carry revolvers for EDC?

Long-stroke DA is my least-perishable handgun triggering skill, which mattered all the more when trigger time became rare, as we needed to stay relatively isolated from folks, due to my wife’s increased vulnerability to COVID-19. Plus, my formerly-stronger right hand was starting to get really gimpy...
by Rexster
Fri Jul 31, 2020 7:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RIP Richard Muennick from Hondo Tx
Replies: 4
Views: 1131

Re: RIP Richard Muennick from Hondo Tx

My condolences to his family and friends. Prayers for all concerned.
by Rexster
Thu Jul 30, 2020 12:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: JEFF QUINN
Replies: 26
Views: 3333

Re: JEFF QUINN

My condolences to family and friends.
by Rexster
Tue May 19, 2020 7:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request
Replies: 16
Views: 2812

Re: Prayer Request

My condolences.

Prayers.
by Rexster
Thu Jan 31, 2019 9:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request
Replies: 73
Views: 7164

Re: Prayer Request

I am saddened, to read this. My condolences. Prayers will continue.
by Rexster
Sat Jan 19, 2019 1:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The SIG P210 9mm -- Old and New
Replies: 4
Views: 1237

Re: The SIG P210 9mm -- Old and New

I find this one to be quite interesting. Thanks for posting.
by Rexster
Sat Jan 19, 2019 1:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request
Replies: 73
Views: 7164

Re: Prayer Request

Prayers for healing.
by Rexster
Sat Jan 19, 2019 12:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Consumer Warning: Do NOT Buy a New Alessi Holster !
Replies: 4
Views: 1423

Re: Consumer Warning: Do NOT Buy a New Alessi Holster !

Two former Alessi employees/apprentices, with the surnames of Ritchie and Ralston, seem to be doing quality work. Mr. Ralston, IIRC, does business as 5Shot Leather, or something like that. I have not personally seen or handled one of these. One of my ankle rigs, used on duty for a while, was a Ritch...
by Rexster
Sat Jan 19, 2019 12:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gunblast will skip the SHOT Show this year
Replies: 3
Views: 684

Re: Gunblast will skip the SHOT Show this year

Prayers, for healing.
by Rexster
Sat Jan 19, 2019 12:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your choice of carry gun?
Replies: 101
Views: 15186

Re: Your choice of carry gun?

My ideal choice can differ a bit from the practical choice. Small and light-weight can be nice for concealment, but my aging right thumb, hand, and wrist cannot tolerate much muzzle flip, and how much is “much” has been changing as I age. Plus, there is much to be said for a weapon that will nicely ...
by Rexster
Sun Dec 30, 2018 11:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I think I'm on the hill...
Replies: 65
Views: 6683

Re: I think I'm on the hill...

Oh, to be 45 again! At 45, folks still thought I looked to be about 35. Then, at age 47, things started falling apart, and at age 55, someone in his mid-sixties guessed my age to be 65. That hurt! Advice? Well, I wish I had not fired so many big-bore Magnums, from large-frame sixguns, too big for my...
by Rexster
Sun Dec 30, 2018 10:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kick’s Buck Kicker
Replies: 8
Views: 940

Re: Kick’s Buck Kicker

Thanks for testing, and sharing your results. I bought a pre-owned 21” vent-rib barrel for my Benelli M2, and will be seeing how it compares with the 18.5” “tactical” barrel with iron sights, with some new loads, so it is choke-shopping time. I had actually bought my M2 pre-owned, after it had long ...
by Rexster
Sat Dec 29, 2018 1:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Returning home !
Replies: 21
Views: 2213

Re: Returning home !

There is something so very “perfect” about the Ruger No. 1, in my opinion. Not only is the rifle, itself, is a thing of beauty, the No. 1 stock fits me superbly. Being left-eye-dominant, I love the way a No. 1 is beautifully ambidextrous. I will admit that the iconic photo of Frederick Courtenay Sel...
by Rexster
Sat Dec 29, 2018 4:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Returning home !
Replies: 21
Views: 2213

Re: Returning home !

Congratulations! That is one beautiful rifle!
by Rexster
Tue Dec 25, 2018 11:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request — For My Mother <Updated>
Replies: 35
Views: 2965

Re: Prayer Request — For My Mother <Updated>

My condolences.
by Rexster
Tue Dec 25, 2018 11:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Merry Christmas
Replies: 7
Views: 1135

Re: Merry Christmas

Safe and wonderful Christmas wishes, for all.
by Rexster
Tue Dec 25, 2018 11:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do you carry your 1911?
Replies: 47
Views: 4975

Re: How do you carry your 1911?

At the moment, I am using what I think is a JM Custom Kydex OWB, but the OP specified “leather,” so that would be a Josh Bulman Forward Drop Scabbard or Milt Sparks VM II, depending upon the trousers and the environment. I have other nice leather holsters, including a Davis Taylor Omega, but my thre...
by Rexster
Tue Dec 25, 2018 2:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Retirees, what gets you out of bed in the morning?
Replies: 44
Views: 4787

Re: Retirees, what gets you out of bed in the morning?

A nearly-five-month-old, red-colored Rat Terrier keeps me from sleeping-in. Best alarm clock, at least until she gets a bit older, and may want to sleep-in, too. She came from a farm in Brazoria County; my goal being an alert traveling companion.
by Rexster
Thu Jun 18, 2015 3:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "You have cancer"
Replies: 45
Views: 4830

Re: "You have cancer"

I am joining in the prayer effort; just saw this.
by Rexster
Thu Jun 18, 2015 3:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request
Replies: 43
Views: 4390

Re: Prayer Request

Griff, I have not logged into here, in so long I cannot remember the last time, but now I see that there was a reason I felt an urge to check in. I have now joined the prayer effort, for healing and support for your whole family.
by Rexster
Thu Aug 25, 2011 6:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Most famous lawman or outlaw from Texas?
Replies: 63
Views: 9264

Re: OT- Most famous lawman or outlaw from Texas?

JWH and Frank Hamer come to mind, first, at least to my mind.
by Rexster
Thu Aug 25, 2011 6:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So what's on your firearms bucket list?
Replies: 84
Views: 11503

Re: So what's on your firearms bucket list?

I think I have it pretty well covered, except perhaps for a nice BPCR-type of rifle that I may order when I retire. The leading contenders there are Shiloh and Lone Star. With handguns, I have settled on several basic favorites: Ruger GP100, SP101, and Blackhawk Bisley, Les Baer Thunder Ranch Specia...
by Rexster
Thu Aug 25, 2011 5:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: do we have any leverHAMs out here?
Replies: 42
Views: 7960

Re: OT: do we have any leverHAMs out here?

My wife is a ham with a Rossi '92 and a Marlin 1894CSS.

When I am off the clock, the last thing I want to do is mess with radios, as I wear a badge, and my life is ruled by a radio 40+ hours a week. I may get into this ham thing a bit after I retire.
by Rexster
Thu Aug 25, 2011 5:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your dream six gun, lever gun combo
Replies: 53
Views: 9127

Re: Your dream six gun, lever gun combo

If it has to be the same cartridge in each weapon, I reckon I will settle for my absolute favorite sixgun, my first GP100, early 1990s-era 4" stainless with adjustable sights, and pair it with a Rossi '92 I will borrow from my wife. While a GP100 may be a rather modern weapon, this one was my d...
by Rexster
Mon May 02, 2011 10:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers for the Quinn family.
Replies: 33
Views: 4330

Re: Prayers for the Quinn family.

They have been in my prayers since the night it happened; the sad news was posted on the Sixgunner forum right away.
by Rexster
Mon May 02, 2011 10:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Smith&Wesson Model 19-3
Replies: 19
Views: 3138

Re: Smith&Wesson Model 19-3

I appreciate the comments and advice.Keeping it myself is not an option cause I just have no need or want for such. Stan in SC The S&W Model 19 is, to paraphrase some words from General Patton regarding the M1 Garand, the best one-handed fighting implement yet devised. I am totally broke this m...
by Rexster
Sat Dec 25, 2010 12:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Why are single-action revolvers still so popular?
Replies: 78
Views: 9352

Re: Why are single-action revolvers still so popular?

I was a latecomer to SA sixguns, late 1990's, in my late 30's, after shooting autoloaders and DA sixguns since 1983, but with my USFA Single Action, something just clicked, no pun intended. It was as if there was no learning curve; I seemed to take naturally to the SA.
by Rexster
Sat Dec 25, 2010 5:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BARBARA'S HEALTH.. FROM PACO
Replies: 35
Views: 7981

Re: BARBARA'S HEALTH.. FROM PACO

Prayers continue!
by Rexster
Sat Dec 25, 2010 5:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT MERRY CHRISTMAS.
Replies: 18
Views: 2131

Re: OT MERRY CHRISTMAS.

Good, safe Christmas to all!
by Rexster
Mon Oct 18, 2010 2:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-prayers needed
Replies: 27
Views: 2592

Re: OT-prayers needed

Done.
by Rexster
Wed Jul 21, 2010 1:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request for Co-worker
Replies: 21
Views: 1748

Re: Prayer Request for Co-worker

Mercy. Prayer sent.
by Rexster
Mon Jul 05, 2010 2:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer request
Replies: 25
Views: 2584

Re: Prayer request

Done!
by Rexster
Sun Jul 04, 2010 2:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Roy E. Bjordahl 03/19/39 - 07/03/10 RIP
Replies: 34
Views: 2978

Re: Roy E. Bjordahl 03/19/39 - 07/03/10 RIP

My condolences. Prayer said for your family.
by Rexster
Mon Jun 21, 2010 1:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ot- Lost my Oldest and Dearest friend today..
Replies: 33
Views: 4071

Re: ot- Lost my Oldest and Dearest friend today..

My condolences.

Lost a couple of my furpeople friends recently; Little Friend this past January, and Malcolm a couple of Octobers back. Malcolm was a GREAT dog.
by Rexster
Mon Jun 14, 2010 1:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 357 Levergun vs 30 Carbine vs AR15 - Which for HD?
Replies: 70
Views: 11025

Re: 357 Levergun vs 30 Carbine vs AR15 - Which for HD?

.357 lever rifle is my choice, of the three listed choices. The M1 Carbine is not a good lefty rifle, and the AR15 is just too vertical, with a non-intuitive (for me) safety lever. OTOH, a lever rifle works very well for me, and its slimness is a desirable trait. This does not mean I am stuck on lev...
by Rexster
Thu Jun 10, 2010 3:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Colt Mustang Help needed.
Replies: 14
Views: 2465

Re: OT-Colt Mustang Help needed.

Was the group size large, or was the problem with POI being different from POA? As Noah Zark indicated, finger position on the trigger is very important. Making sure your grip is v-e-r-y consistent, try different finger positions. Indeed, a consistent grip is difficult with these little buggers. The...
by Rexster
Thu Jun 10, 2010 2:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request for Mom= Updated
Replies: 22
Views: 2429

Re: Prayer Request for Mom= Updated

Done!