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by 308magtip
Sat Mar 23, 2024 7:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Drugged as a kid
Replies: 6
Views: 251

Drugged as a kid

As a person who was bred,born, raised and educated by the WW2 generation I was also drugged by them.I was " drugged to church and Sunday school,to visit aunts and uncles,to the grocery nstore with my wago to bring hjome food and to my grandparents home to cut grass with a push mower. I could go...
by 308magtip
Sat Jan 20, 2024 12:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who is shooting a surplus rifle?
Replies: 35
Views: 2509

Re: Who is shooting a surplus rifle?

Had a 71/84 in 11 mm .Hard to find ammo and I did not want to add it to my list of must load for. Last ammo I found was CIL Canada made, back in 1981 at a gun show and it was 45 $$ then. Since it was given to me I sold it to a collector along with the ammo 17loaded rds and 3 empty cases I fired in t...
by 308magtip
Fri Dec 01, 2023 8:56 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone else wish they had bought a dozen 336's when they were $200 at Wallyworld?
Replies: 23
Views: 972

Re: Anyone else wish they had bought a dozen 336's when they were $200 at Wallyworld?

Just like the Clover store 40 years ago had a wall and a half of M-1 carbines of all manufactures for a max price of 100$$.Most at 40 to 50 $$
by 308magtip
Fri Dec 01, 2023 8:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .35 rem vs .30-30
Replies: 14
Views: 1071

Re: .35 rem vs .30-30

If anyone has a copy of the reloading manual from the late 60'2 early 70's there is a chapter entitled "Watch What You Slip Into That Chamber". Semms a young boy bought a Win Mod 70 in .270 from a friend.Along with the rifle he got a cigar box full of ammo. All cartridges looked the same a...
by 308magtip
Wed Nov 29, 2023 1:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Indoor Range
Replies: 1
Views: 160

Indoor Range

Anyone here in Lancaster or Berks Co Pa know of a nice indoor range?
by 308magtip
Thu Nov 09, 2023 2:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mod 64 day
Replies: 11
Views: 890

Re: Mod 64 day

Got one several years ago zero $$$ just because it was my father-in law's and he ask me to safeguard it for all the years he went to FL for the winter. It is in .32 Win spcl cal. Picku 6 boxes of rem ammo at a closeout sale for 6$$ a box. Rifle wears a Redfield peep sight and is a real shooter.
by 308magtip
Thu Nov 09, 2023 2:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: winchester super x anniversy .22lr ammo
Replies: 1
Views: 160

winchester super x anniversy .22lr ammo

Bought several 300 round boxes of this ammo.36 gr cphp. I was at the range with my Win 69A 22 and half of nthe amm would stovepipe when the bolt tried to move a round from the magazine into the chamber.I never had this with any other ammo.My son stopped by at home and we discovered the the bullets w...
by 308magtip
Mon Oct 30, 2023 7:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Loading issues, .30-30
Replies: 8
Views: 386

Re: Loading issues, .30-30

Had good luck with this load just for plinking. I use it in an H&R single shot break open rifle XMP 5744 20.0 grs. I use a little 1/2 gr of filter floss on top of the powder to keep it aganist the primer. 170 gr lead gas check flatnose sized to .310 and lubed with a heavy grease. Bullet crimped ...
by 308magtip
Mon Oct 23, 2023 8:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I took my wife shooting today
Replies: 17
Views: 759

Re: I took my wife shooting today

It will be two years next month, although it seem like yesterday. 52 years full of love for each other. At the range , on the bay or just being together. What more could a man need.
by 308magtip
Mon Oct 23, 2023 10:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I took my wife shooting today
Replies: 17
Views: 759

Re: I took my wife shooting today

Best woman a man can have. Mine could shoot everything from her Ruger .22 pistol to my M-1 Garand . Now she shoots on God's team..
by 308magtip
Tue Aug 22, 2023 8:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: M-1 Garand
Replies: 5
Views: 403

M-1 Garand

I have heard from some old vets that the M-1 can can go full auto if a certen part wears.What is this part?
by 308magtip
Sat Jul 15, 2023 6:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .22 RF Rifles of the 40's 50's and 60's
Replies: 11
Views: 431

Re: .22 RF Rifles of the 40's 50's and 60's

thanks for all the info. My small game buddies used any gun we could afford.Anything from a J.C.Higgins to my Win 69a and Win pumps.
by 308magtip
Sat Jul 15, 2023 6:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .22 RF Rifles of the 40's 50's and 60's
Replies: 11
Views: 431

.22 RF Rifles of the 40's 50's and 60's

Had a Rem in the 513 model,still have first gun I bought in 1959 a Win mod 69a with a 5 and 10 shot orginal mags and a ranger single shot. All will shoot dime size groups at 25yds off sandbags. A better shooter than me could get smaller groups. Any thoughts on these rifles?? I know they are all bolt...
by 308magtip
Wed Jun 14, 2023 2:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pull-through barrel cleaning tool?
Replies: 13
Views: 547

Re: Pull-through barrel cleaning tool?

For 94,88,64 and mossberg 340 I use pull thrus. had my GS check the bores and he said they are some of the cleanest he has seen.No build up or rust or pitting and anything elsa.Also most inportant NO wear on barrel at muzzle end from rods. Was a big problem in army basic with poor shooting M-14's. M...
by 308magtip
Sat May 27, 2023 2:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Grandpa's Model 70
Replies: 16
Views: 727

Re: Grandpa's Model 70

Got my uncles m-70 in 270 win.sn 183xxx. Loves win 130 silvertips pushed with 1 gr less than max of win 740 and a win Mag LG rifle primer.Under 1" at 100yds.Still has steel buttplate and with the sharp drop in the stock can be a real kicker off the bench.Never noticed it though on Pa white tail.
by 308magtip
Sat May 27, 2023 2:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1942 WRA M1
Replies: 3
Views: 287

Re: 1942 WRA M1

Very intresting pics. Worked with a KW vet who told in basic they had several M-1's that were worn and went full auto because of a part that was/shouild have been replaced.Never did find out which part.Any help??
by 308magtip
Fri May 05, 2023 3:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any Win.Model 88 fans ??
Replies: 9
Views: 600

Re: Any Win.Model 88 fans ??

Got mine much the same way you got yours Steve. Post 64 and it had the acorn stock and this the kick in the n!@#$ the stock was cut short for a former GF to use.So short I could not reach the trigger when butt resting inside my elbow. Gunsmith buddy got a new walnut stock,fitted it to me with a thin...
by 308magtip
Thu May 04, 2023 8:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any Win.Model 88 fans ??
Replies: 9
Views: 600

Any Win.Model 88 fans ??

Just surfing for info
by 308magtip
Sun Apr 23, 2023 5:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Brass,Ammo,Powder Shortage
Replies: 0
Views: 539

Brass,Ammo,Powder Shortage

Just read in today's paper that US is ramping up production of ammo from small arms to 155 mm stuff. Get ready for the $$$$ increase !!
by 308magtip
Wed Apr 19, 2023 7:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: TIN CAN SHOOT
Replies: 19
Views: 1088

Re: TIN CAN SHOOT

Sixgun
When is that shoot? Might want to take one of our club members to get an idea or two. Bud Light can? Would not spend the money.never did like Bud.
by 308magtip
Sun Apr 16, 2023 7:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: TIN CAN SHOOT
Replies: 19
Views: 1088

Re: TIN CAN SHOOT

thanks for all the nice replies.Got some good ideas for next month from all. Funny thing was almost all of us could shoot and hit what we aimed at and new how to take care of a firearm.That was till we got in the Army then I learned I was doing it all wrong.?!@#
by 308magtip
Sun Apr 16, 2023 11:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: TIN CAN SHOOT
Replies: 19
Views: 1088

TIN CAN SHOOT

Remember the days when we knew of dumps on a farm or a small landfill where we go on a Sat or Sun afternoon and shoot a couple boxes of .22's ? Our club held their first "tin can" shoot today. Aimed for kids to shoot as we did. Plastic replaces glass but a special top with a needle valve t...
by 308magtip
Mon Apr 10, 2023 1:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scientists figured out how to weigh a rainbow.
Replies: 10
Views: 505

Re: Scientists figured out how to weigh a rainbow.

Would like to see the scales needed to weigh it.
by 308magtip
Sat Feb 25, 2023 6:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1906: 32-40 vs. 30-30
Replies: 25
Views: 7577

Re: 1906: 32-40 vs. 30-30

60 plus years ago as a teen I borrowed my uncle's winchester model 1894 with a full oct barrell.I had a box of cartridges ,factory loads,lead bullets loaded with King's Semi-smokeless powder.These were carosive primed so water was the choice to clean the barrell.I also shot regular 32.40 loads in th...
by 308magtip
Thu Feb 02, 2023 3:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WA gun law minutia
Replies: 3
Views: 288

Re: WA gun law minutia

Just a thought.. If someone steals my lottery ticket and it wins does it mean he/she stole the money and if they buy drugs with it am I to blame also??
by 308magtip
Thu Feb 02, 2023 3:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Guns and Ammo
Replies: 3
Views: 328

Guns and Ammo

Just got back from a shop on the otherside of the river from Harrisburg,Pa. Name is Guns Plus Never saw so many Henrys in one place. They were well stocked with all shooting supplies. Did anyone ever look at a mail order site called Mack's Prairie Wings ?
by 308magtip
Sat Jan 28, 2023 5:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just had lunch deer meat
Replies: 5
Views: 296

Re: Just had lunch deer meat

Figured I'd hear from you. The butcher that made the scrapple is Martin's Custom Butchering 405 Reidenbach Rd New Holland , Pa PH 717-355-9601 Come in Rt 23 from Blue Ball to where Kauffaman's hardware store and turn right on railRoad ave and at the edge of town turn right and at Nolt's pond turn le...
by 308magtip
Sat Jan 28, 2023 3:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just had lunch deer meat
Replies: 5
Views: 296

Re: Just had lunch deer meat

Very good. Not full of cornmeal and pig fat like most. You could tell the texture of the meat was course sort of on the stringy side yet very tender. Maybe for me a little to salty or just not used to that shop's makings. Was not loaded with black pepper. I had some several years ago from another ma...
by 308magtip
Sat Jan 28, 2023 2:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just had lunch deer meat
Replies: 5
Views: 296

Just had lunch deer meat

Neighbor gave me a 1 lb block of venison scrapple. First I ever had it after all the years and deer we shot here in Pa. Always made steaks roasts chops and burger. This made by a butcher shop in New Holland , Pa.
by 308magtip
Tue Jan 24, 2023 4:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt New Frontier .22LR/WMR
Replies: 25
Views: 1224

Re: Colt New Frontier .22LR/WMR

Colts are like old Corvetts and old T-Birds They are made to shoot and drive. Never know what you might hit/pickup with one.
by 308magtip
Tue Jan 24, 2023 3:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Big Firearms sale
Replies: 3
Views: 357

Big Firearms sale

For anyone intrested here in Ephrata Lancaster co Pa. Horst auction center has a big firearms sale this Sat 1/28/23.List can be seen on their website.
by 308magtip
Fri Jan 20, 2023 4:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 32-40 cartridge
Replies: 12
Views: 996

Re: 32-40 cartridge

Hey SIXGUN Next Sat 1/28 Horst has an all gun sale. Might get over as I am only 15 mins from there. Tony Magtip
by 308magtip
Fri Jan 20, 2023 9:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Now this would have made a good laxative...
Replies: 4
Views: 322

Re: Now this would have made a good laxative...

Puy out by the underware makers!!!
by 308magtip
Fri Jan 20, 2023 9:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 32-40 cartridge
Replies: 12
Views: 996

Re: 32-40 cartridge

Relating to the post of 1/19/23. I have seen my share of deer in Pa shot but never retrived with calibers such as 222 Rem,all the way to a 458 win mag. Straight wall cartridges are no more than a replacement for 12,20 gauge shotguns with the new modern slugs.No different than a 50 cal muzzle loading...
by 308magtip
Mon Jan 16, 2023 6:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 32-40 cartridge
Replies: 12
Views: 996

Re: 32-40 cartridge

Sixgun I see you are from SE Pa.I am up here in Northeastern Lancaster Co. about 20 mins from the Middle creek wildlife area.Right now the snow geese are passing thru.Quite a sight. As for the 32-40 I had a Win 1894 with a full oct barrell and curved buttstock with a metal butt plate. That gun was v...
by 308magtip
Sun Jan 15, 2023 2:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 32-40 cartridge
Replies: 12
Views: 996

32-40 cartridge

Is the 32-40 win/Ballard considered a straight walled cartridge? If is it ok for deer hunting in states tha allow SW cartridges ?
by 308magtip
Sun Dec 04, 2022 11:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cartridge found at crime scene
Replies: 20
Views: 983

Re: Cartridge found at crime scene

Factor this one in also. Latest Shooting Times article has a .38/357 using 9mm bullets. Jacketed bullets in a wheel gun. Several years ago I bought a bag of 100 supposed to be and were marked so .38/357. Working last step which is bullet seating I was having tough time seating bullets.Crushes severa...
by 308magtip
Sun Dec 04, 2022 10:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Award for the filthiest .22 rifle ,552 speedmaster
Replies: 16
Views: 555

Re: Award for the filthiest .22 rifle ,552 speedmaster

Every now and then guns should be disasyambled by a master GS amd gone over.I averted much trouble in my 60 plus years of shooting.Only time I had failure to fire/function was because of the ammo.Everything from .22 singleshot 45.70 trapdoor including shotguns. Most of the time was because of old ty...
by 308magtip
Wed Nov 30, 2022 1:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: all leather holster for colt 1991 A1 5" bbl
Replies: 6
Views: 431

Re: all leather holster for colt 1991 A1 5" bbl

thanks Jim T They look real good
by 308magtip
Wed Nov 30, 2022 12:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: all leather holster for colt 1991 A1 5" bbl
Replies: 6
Views: 431

all leather holster for colt 1991 A1 5" bbl

Anyone have info on where to buy one of these??
by 308magtip
Thu Nov 24, 2022 9:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Killing for Pleasure....
Replies: 13
Views: 646

Re: Killing for Pleasure....

Reminds me of the direction all the "deer hunting/shooting" TV shows have gone.
by 308magtip
Mon Nov 14, 2022 1:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pheasant opener
Replies: 9
Views: 348

Re: Pheasant opener

I remember the days here in lancaster co Pa when hunters would come from all bordering states to hunt small game. Sadly we are hard perssed to even see a rabbit in those same fields. There are a couple of bird,"shooting" not hunting , for a cost but they never apealed to me.Same as the &qu...
by 308magtip
Sat Nov 12, 2022 10:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 62A
Replies: 7
Views: 453

Re: Winchester 62A

can you adjust the rear sight? if not the front sight if dovetailed. I have a win 69a which is boltaction and it also is a tack driver.I have mine scoped. bought it with paper route $$ money when i was 14 am 77 now. those old 22's shot great even the cheap ones.
by 308magtip
Tue Oct 11, 2022 8:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: speaking of 45/70 loads,
Replies: 12
Views: 783

Re: speaking of 45/70 loads,

I loaded 45-70's for my trapdoor Springfield carbine of the Custer time. Not sure of the powder but unique sounds right.Tride cotton for a filler.It worked ok but would slip forward if the rounds were carried bullet down in a box.Then I tried the filter floss used in fishtank filters.Adout 1/2 gr wa...
by 308magtip
Wed Sep 28, 2022 12:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-30 loads with AA5744
Replies: 0
Views: 617

30-30 loads with AA5744

cases run thru full length sizing die trimmed to proper length CCI LR primer 20.0 grs plus/minus .1gr AA5744 170 gr Lyman .310 FPGC bullet ol 2.550 crimped with Lee factory die. I believe the man who cast these and sized to .310 lubed them with a railroad grease.They shoot very clean and bore cleans...
by 308magtip
Thu Sep 22, 2022 2:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Unique in .30-30?
Replies: 21
Views: 1609

Re: Unique in .30-30?

Loaded some 170 gr GC lead flatnose for my single shot breakopen.Like shooting a .22mag..
by 308magtip
Tue Aug 02, 2022 11:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Is anyone still shooting a Red Ryder?
Replies: 65
Views: 3569

Re: Is anyone still shooting a Red Ryder?

When I was 12-14 I had a paper route in Ephrata,Pa. deliverwd 200 daily 225 sunday papers all by walking.now and then the newspaper would offer prizes for signing up new customers. A Daisy Red Rider was one I chose. Had so much fun at the local dump shooting rats and crows.After a million rounds the...
by 308magtip
Wed Jul 27, 2022 8:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PEEP SIGHTS
Replies: 31
Views: 1874

Re: PEEP SIGHTS

Those are all fine looking rifles.When deer hunting I alwaye remove the small hole disc and use the sight as is. Front sight only and eye is auto centered in rear sight.
by 308magtip
Tue Jul 26, 2022 7:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PEEP SIGHTS
Replies: 31
Views: 1874

PEEP SIGHTS

Aging eyes have been giving me fits. Talking with my eye Dr over the last several years my eyes are as healty as one can be at 77 plus. We talked about peep sights on rifles .She was interested and gave me info on how the eye works. I am amazed that so many of us seniors want to jump into a high pri...