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by moodyholler
Tue Mar 01, 2011 7:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - A question for the rimfire Martini gurus UPDATE
Replies: 11
Views: 1900

Re: OT - A question for the rimfire Martini gurus

AWP, I do beleive I have the rear sight for that gun in my junk drawer. Let me check. Later, mh
by moodyholler
Sun Feb 27, 2011 12:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need Help, Miroukou(sp.?) 1886 TD 45-70 pistol grip value?
Replies: 3
Views: 709

Need Help, Miroukou(sp.?) 1886 TD 45-70 pistol grip value?

How much is one worth? Less than 100 rounds with box and paperwork? Thanks in advance, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Fri Feb 18, 2011 7:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Classic Revolvers
Replies: 12
Views: 1482

Re: Classic Revolvers

Kirk, pm sent this am. mh
by moodyholler
Thu Feb 17, 2011 8:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Classic Revolvers
Replies: 12
Views: 1482

Re: Classic Revolvers

Hey Kirk, that schofield likes cold winter nights, and Northern Lights!!! It also has adoption papers already filled out but for an address. Please send dowry to ........... moodyholler
by moodyholler
Thu Feb 17, 2011 6:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Classic Revolvers
Replies: 12
Views: 1482

Classic Revolvers

Here are pics of a few of my classic revolvers.
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by moodyholler
Mon Jan 31, 2011 5:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'll be at Greensboro Show this coming weekend!!! Say hi!!!!
Replies: 0
Views: 390

I'll be at Greensboro Show this coming weekend!!! Say hi!!!!

I'll be set-up at the Greensboro show this weekend with a table full of antique single shots and lever guns. Stop by and say howdy. Not sure of location so will put a leverguns note on the table. Later, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Mon Jan 24, 2011 5:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Picked up a 73
Replies: 22
Views: 1748

Re: Picked up a 73

Wow!! great looking rifle!!! moodyholler
by moodyholler
Mon Jan 17, 2011 5:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT/ Need Airgun Help RWS model 50 T01
Replies: 0
Views: 583

OT/ Need Airgun Help RWS model 50 T01

I took a RWS model 50 T01 in trade Saturday. It is like new, dated "10-82", and I was wondering if it had any collector status before I start banging it around. It is in 95% condition. I really appreciate any help. Later, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Sat Jan 08, 2011 4:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: H&A Collection photo (they have levers!!!)
Replies: 2
Views: 480

H&A Collection photo (they have levers!!!)

R to L: 32-40/16, 32cf/16, 12G, 38-55, 44wcf src, 32 WCF, 20 g,22LR/16, 22LR, cased 44WCF/44shot, (not shown: 22LR, &16). Original stock cert. for H&A Arms Co., Carders book, and signed Phelps Merwin & Hulbert Co. moodyholler http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h199/moodyholler/HACOLL18201...
by moodyholler
Sat Jan 08, 2011 2:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Philippines 2011 - Now with Pics !
Replies: 73
Views: 9426

Re: OT - Philippines 2011

Craig, the "LADIES" from work send thier best. They still want to have a party for you and GF. Stay safe!!, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Tue Nov 23, 2010 10:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Answering Krag Question
Replies: 6
Views: 847

Re: OT - Answering Krag Question

Lyman 311299 t 1800 FPS, is sweet from all of mine. I have 4 t this time. MH
by moodyholler
Tue Nov 23, 2010 10:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT 1952 Ford F-6 truck help needed
Replies: 15
Views: 3646

Re: OT 1952 Ford F-6 truck help needed

Cool truck but be hard to haul much gravel in that box!!!!!!! MH
by moodyholler
Sun Nov 21, 2010 9:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT 1952 Ford F-6 truck help needed
Replies: 15
Views: 3646

Re: OT 1952 Ford F-6 truck help needed

OK, newer axles are too wide. So I want to keep the stock appearance. I want run Alcoa bud wheels. I will use it mainly for maintenance of my driveway and I know I can hire someone to do it cheaper. The only pics I have are from its working days. No current pics for a while. Driveline will be modern...
by moodyholler
Sat Nov 20, 2010 8:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT 1952 Ford F-6 truck help needed
Replies: 15
Views: 3646

OT 1952 Ford F-6 truck help needed

OK, I am constantly amazed at the wealth of info available on this forum So here goes. I have a 1952 Ford dump truck, and I want to put it back on the road. The brakes are truly poor on it and I want to upgrade to dics all the way around. Has anyone seen this done? I know the street rod guys are doi...
by moodyholler
Sun Nov 07, 2010 9:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1873 Winchester 44WCF
Replies: 4
Views: 572

Re: 1873 Winchester 44WCF

And so it is!! Thanks, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Sun Nov 07, 2010 5:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1873 Winchester 44WCF
Replies: 4
Views: 572

1873 Winchester 44WCF

Picked up an 1873 Winchester today. Serial number 71,xxx, Wood higher than the metal, Lot of original varnish and silver metal. Action is tight and bore bright. Accoridng to this site, DOM is 1882.http://www.gun-data.com/winchester_73.htm Is this correct info? It has the "KINGS IMPROVEMENT PATE...
by moodyholler
Fri Oct 08, 2010 9:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who's interested in a Leverguns Traditional Bison Hunt?
Replies: 46
Views: 6900

Re: Who's interested in a Leverguns Traditional Bison Hunt?

I would be interested. Need more details as they are worked out. Thanks, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Thu Sep 09, 2010 4:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New 1895 and Smith & Wesson 32/44 #3
Replies: 11
Views: 1427

Re: New 1895 and Smith & Wesson 32/44 #3

Kirk, doesn't look as good as your AMerican. And my photo's are sverely lacking your style, but it was a hoot to shoot Saturday and watch my wife shoot it and be tickled she was shooting something so old. Makes it all worth while. Later, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Tue Sep 07, 2010 4:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New 1895 and Smith & Wesson 32/44 #3
Replies: 11
Views: 1427

Re: New 1895 and Smith & Wesson 32/44 #3

Thanks Pete44RU, that is what it looks like. Front blade is homemade of brass though. Will need to look around for proper one. moodyholler
by moodyholler
Mon Sep 06, 2010 1:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New 1895 and Smith & Wesson 32/44 #3
Replies: 11
Views: 1427

New 1895 and Smith & Wesson 32/44 #3

Picked these up Friday. 1895 is a flatside, 4,xxx serial, and 28" barrel in 30 US. Smith is a 32/44 that is a shooter, and has had the barrel cut back to 5 1/2". Shoots good with shorts, and will try longs on Wed. Here are a couple of pics. What should the front and rear sights look like o...
by moodyholler
Wed Sep 01, 2010 5:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone shooting Maynards out there?
Replies: 1
Views: 285

Anyone shooting Maynards out there?

They have levers too!!! Thought I would share this picture. moodyholler
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by moodyholler
Tue Aug 24, 2010 8:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New to me Marlin Cowboy 20" in 45LC
Replies: 18
Views: 1598

Re: New to me Marlin Cowboy 20" in 45LC

Hey, Joe, it looks like mine except for the color=case. Mine is blued. Sure is a handy critter. I am going to have to spring for a box of fodder for it. Later, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Sat Aug 21, 2010 6:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New to me Marlin Cowboy 20" in 45LC
Replies: 18
Views: 1598

New to me Marlin Cowboy 20" in 45LC

Went on vacation last week and went into a small gunshop while avaoding my wife and the beach, and found a neat little MArlin Cowboy in 45 Colt, NO CHECKERING, and a 20" barrel. I have seen the 38 CBC's in 20". but never the 45's. I really like the way it handles. Any insight? Special run?...
by moodyholler
Sun Mar 07, 2010 6:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895 Winchester in 30 Remington?
Replies: 15
Views: 1495

Re: 1895 Winchester in 30 Remington?

30-03 govt AND IS LONGER THAN A 30-06 govt. Later, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Sat Mar 06, 2010 10:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895 Winchester in 30 Remington?
Replies: 15
Views: 1495

1895 Winchester in 30 Remington?

Gander Mtn in Roanoke, Va has one in thier showroom. Neat looking gun. Is this a factory offering? Or a one offbarrel job? It is in a locked case and I could not examine it. They want 1999.99 for it. Does have a shotgun butt and short barrel. Also had a nice 53 for 1499.99 and an 1895 in 30-06 for 1...
by moodyholler
Sat Feb 20, 2010 9:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sharps rifles
Replies: 62
Views: 11777

Re: Sharps rifles

JNG, happy retirement! I have a C SHarps 50-90, and have had SHilohs. It is tit for tat. Finish is slightly better on a Shiloh, but wait time is longer. Shiloh makes thier own barrels, and use investment castings. C Sharps uses Badger barrels and machined bar stock parts, and are some quicker. I lik...
by moodyholler
Mon Jan 11, 2010 8:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RANT TIME CHIAPPA and PROVIDENCE TOOL CO
Replies: 12
Views: 1697

RANT TIME CHIAPPA and PROVIDENCE TOOL CO

I have really tried to remain calm lately. As you know, FatoldFooll has been having trouble with a Chiappa 92 takedown I got him for Christmas. Large bore, and overly large chamber, and feeding problems have made this pretty little rifle a real headache. I have heard from Taylors, and Chiappa, Italy...
by moodyholler
Mon Nov 16, 2009 6:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1892 CHIAAPA ARMI SPORT Troubles
Replies: 3
Views: 1150

Re: 1892 CHIAAPA ARMI SPORT Troubles

Sorry for double posting. Same rifle same Family, FOF is my Father. Later, JAP
by moodyholler
Mon Nov 16, 2009 6:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Beginning to get sick over the Taylor's & Company rifle
Replies: 84
Views: 15362

Re: Beginning to get sick over the Taylor's & Company rifle

Sorry for double posting. Same rifle same Family, FOF is my Father. Later, JAP
by moodyholler
Sun Nov 15, 2009 7:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1892 CHIAAPA ARMI SPORT Troubles
Replies: 3
Views: 1150

1892 CHIAAPA ARMI SPORT Troubles

Hey all, I bought one of the Taylor's CHIAPPA ARMI SPORT takedown 1892's in 44-40 for my Dad couple of weeks ago. When you fire 44-40's from it, they come out without any neck left. Diameter is almost .460"! Bore is huge oversize at Ø.432". It also has feeding issues. The gun was new in th...
by moodyholler
Tue Sep 29, 2009 5:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What's the largest, most powerful cartridge/rifle you own?
Replies: 109
Views: 12608

Re: What's the largest, most powerful cartridge/rifle you own?

Tutt, I want to say 1-24 but will have to check it out for you. It is a super gun to shoot, and the natives eyes really bug out when you hand them a cartridge. moodyholler
by moodyholler
Thu Sep 24, 2009 8:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What's the largest, most powerful cartridge/rifle you own?
Replies: 109
Views: 12608

Re: What's the largest, most powerful cartridge/rifle you own?

50-90 sharps with 600 grain slugs and 100 grains GOEX cartridge. moodyholler
by moodyholler
Thu Jun 18, 2009 6:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - 1898 Krag restoration
Replies: 4
Views: 407

Re: OT - 1898 Krag restoration

8 parts linseed and 2 parts mineral spirits will come close to original military finish. Those are fine guns and I have a few myself. Good to see one on the mend. Later, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Fri May 22, 2009 4:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any Interest in another VA/WV get-together here in Roanoke?
Replies: 0
Views: 645

Any Interest in another VA/WV get-together here in Roanoke?

Would likely be in Sept. I will try and have some possible dates by Monday. It will be at Roanoke Rifle and Revolver Club south of Roanoke. Same place as last year. Later, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Sat Apr 18, 2009 6:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895 405 takedown purchase
Replies: 10
Views: 1180

Re: 1895 405 takedown purchase

Shot the 405 today with Hornady factory ammo and it is not too bad. However, it does have headspace issues. Thanks for all the pics of the latch. I have found a repro but still amy trade it off for a 95 in 30-40. Thanks, JAP
by moodyholler
Sat Apr 11, 2009 12:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895 405 takedown purchase
Replies: 10
Views: 1180

Re: 1895 405 takedown purchase

KE, I had a massive stroke in 2005. They told me I would not live, then I would be blind and crippled. Now I work 40 hours a week, shoot, do about anything I want. I do have eye issues still. I think I want to trade this 405 for a 30-40 Krag 95 and am going to post in the classifieds as such. Thanks...
by moodyholler
Thu Apr 09, 2009 9:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895 405 takedown purchase
Replies: 10
Views: 1180

Re: 1895 405 takedown purchase

I like to see the repro latch also. Thanks for the info. moodyholler
by moodyholler
Thu Apr 09, 2009 8:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895 405 takedown purchase
Replies: 10
Views: 1180

1895 405 takedown purchase

Today I went to my favorite shop and there against the wall was a very ratty 1895 takedown in 405 complete with an express sight. It has been buffed heavily, has a replacement buttstock with a recoil pad and bore is dark. I have already made the pin it need and need to see some examples of takedown ...
by moodyholler
Sun Jan 18, 2009 4:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SHOT update (1/20/09)
Replies: 16
Views: 1678

Re: SHOT update

How about the new Merwin and Hulberts? They were supposed to have a booth there also and have some samples. Thanks, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Mon Jan 05, 2009 6:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- THOUGHTS ON A SHILOH SHARPS .50-90??
Replies: 20
Views: 5655

Re: OT- THOUGHTS ON A SHILOH SHARPS .50-90??

Geoff, my 50-90 is a lot of fun. My 120lb cousin has shot it with full house loads and she brags to everyone. Likewise my sister has shot it. Takes all the way up to 110 grains of powder and 600+ grain bullets. Enjoy it!!! moodyholler
by moodyholler
Sat Oct 25, 2008 8:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Taurus Thunder Bolt 45 Colt
Replies: 11
Views: 1041

Re: OT - Taurus Thunder Bolt 45 Colt

1st one was broke right out of the box. They had me send it back for repairs and then sent me a new one after 4 months. They really open the chamber up to make them feed and they are hard on brass. I really liked mine, but still did not keep it. It was a Taurus T-bolt in 45c. moodyholler
by moodyholler
Tue Oct 21, 2008 12:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First Year marlin 1895 "2nd Issue"
Replies: 12
Views: 2020

Re: First Year marlin 1895 "2nd Issue"

Mine is a 1972 model, and is a blast to shoot. You can't go wrong with one. Shoots cast very well. Later, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Tue Oct 14, 2008 6:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 35 Winchester to Ackley Improved?
Replies: 14
Views: 2449

35 Winchester to Ackley Improved?

A friend of mine wants to barrel his Krag rifle to 35 Winchester Ackley Improved. There is no official version of this that I can find. A factory round cycles fine through my un-barrelled action. I can have the reamer made. My question is how do I determine what CUP or PSI this thing is capable of? ...
by moodyholler
Sat Oct 04, 2008 3:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Weaver 3/4" Rings
Replies: 9
Views: 828

Re: Weaver 3/4" Rings

I have an extra set, And the J-4 laying around. Email me when you can. Talk to you later, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Thu Oct 02, 2008 8:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WV/VA Levergunners meet
Replies: 116
Views: 14052

Re: WV/VA Levergunners meet

Hey yaw!!! Boreman is sure a nice feller!!! Thanks and it was a pleasure putting on a shindig. Just got off the phone with the match director and he is putting us on the list for another attempt in the spring. Dang, will have to post the pictures taken tomorrow. BTW, boreman is a 71 fanatic. I thoug...
by moodyholler
Thu Oct 02, 2008 7:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Virginia Flintlocks
Replies: 16
Views: 1914

Re: OT - Virginia Flintlocks

My smooth rifle with 48" barrel, made by Jim Wheeler of Salem,Va. Hope this picture works out. moodyholler (It's the one in the center)
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by moodyholler
Mon Sep 22, 2008 8:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Virginia Flintlocks
Replies: 16
Views: 1914

Re: OT - Virginia Flintlocks

Craig, my Va style "gun" is a smooth bore and has a 48" barrel. It will surprise you how accurate a round ball is even without rifling or a rear sight. Make the pilgrimage to Roaonoke sometime. We are still having the Levergunz.com shoot this coming Satruday. Later, moodyholler
by moodyholler
Fri Sep 19, 2008 8:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WV/VA Levergunners meet
Replies: 116
Views: 14052

Re: WV/VA Levergunners meet

OK, I will be at the range Friday evening from about 5pm on. It is range c at RRRC. I cannot stay the night and will be unable to cook a breakfast. I am just not recovering that fast. Doctor's appt. next Weds. will let me know about being in vicinity of gunfire. The match WILL be run on schedule. Pl...
by moodyholler
Tue Sep 09, 2008 4:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WV/VA Levergunners meet
Replies: 116
Views: 14052

Re: WV/VA Levergunners meet

Boreman, I have been in the hospital in ICU for a while. sorry for the delay. Roanoke is only 8-9 miles from the range, so any hotel here will be close enough. Boone's Mill is equal distant from the South. I will try to get you more info. Roanoke, Rifle, and Revolver Range has a website: RRRC.com I ...