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by Hillbilly
Mon Jul 04, 2016 2:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Congrats, Kali....
Replies: 29
Views: 3268

Re: Congrats, Kali....

The ammo ban will be on the November ballot, If passed it would effect reload components as well as domestic sales. It would require a $50 fee to buy an ammo purchase permit and bringing ammo bought from out of state would be illegal. So get out there and vote this November That thing in November i...
by Hillbilly
Wed Dec 30, 2015 2:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Jeff Cooper cartridge critique
Replies: 40
Views: 4514

Re: Jeff Cooper cartridge critique

Now here I am with a .380 LCP for myself and a .22 Magnum LCR for my wife. I do not think I would have enjoyed the colonel's approbation. Not so much the 22 WMR, but the 380 ACP has supposedly improved quite a bit with newer ammunition not available when he issued his condemnation of the cartridge....
by Hillbilly
Mon Dec 28, 2015 11:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Jeff Cooper cartridge critique
Replies: 40
Views: 4514

Re: Jeff Cooper cartridge critique

The minor calibers do kill a lot of folks.... just not fast enough in many cases to take the fight out of someone quick enough. Yada yada yada... no one in their right mind is going to stand around to get shot with a .25 or .380. And no doubt that they have "worked" many times over the ye...
by Hillbilly
Sat Dec 26, 2015 6:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Jeff Cooper cartridge critique
Replies: 40
Views: 4514

Re: Jeff Cooper cartridge critique

The minor calibers do kill a lot of folks.... just not fast enough in many cases to take the fight out of someone quick enough. Yada yada yada... no one in their right mind is going to stand around to get shot with a .25 or .380. And no doubt that they have "worked" many times over the yea...
by Hillbilly
Mon Dec 21, 2015 3:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Because I want to....
Replies: 25
Views: 2792

Re: Because I want to....

Old or new follower? Way back in the shadows I think they changed that part. Tube mags are not restricted in California.
by Hillbilly
Wed Oct 22, 2014 4:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Taking the 'squeak' out of leather holsters...?
Replies: 27
Views: 2522

Re: Taking the 'squeak' out of leather holsters...?

Wear it a week and draw from it. The noise will stop.

Never soften a boned holster.... it will stretch and get sloppy
by Hillbilly
Fri Aug 15, 2014 6:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How many rounds does your CCW hold?
Replies: 46
Views: 4391

Re: How many rounds does your CCW hold?

Depends on clothes Always...5, 357 bullets in 38 special cases Most always... 13, 9x19 and 15 more If I can.... 16,9x19 I still carry a commander sized 1911 45 ... but the Glock is a lot lighter and easier on my back. Never leave without a bare minimum j frame or Glock 26 19 mag reload Back around t...
by Hillbilly
Mon Jul 28, 2014 5:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HOUSE GUN FOR MY DAUGHTER! Less then 2 hrs to figure it out.
Replies: 40
Views: 3372

Re: HOUSE GUN FOR MY DAUGHTER! Less then 2 hrs to figure it

Joe Miller.... if people with convergent opinions are all it takes to 'ream' you....you need to stay back East. We have ladies in here all the time who 'can't' load a semi auto. Shown how....hands- over- top... they have walked out masters of every service semi auto sold the last 30 years. My sweeti...
by Hillbilly
Sun Jul 27, 2014 4:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Choosing a CCW weapon ...
Replies: 78
Views: 7192

Re: Choosing a CCW weapon ...

ILLINOIS ccw fee is $150 for 5 years ..... $30 bucks a year. The state mandated class is 16 hours. Seems comparable with Michigan


Classes run about $225 in central Illinois...... when I came to Nevada the NV/ UT deal was in that ball?park.
by Hillbilly
Sun Jul 27, 2014 4:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For those who remember him...
Replies: 25
Views: 3310

Re: For those who remember him...

Sad to hear....
by Hillbilly
Sat Jul 26, 2014 11:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Choosing a CCW weapon ...
Replies: 78
Views: 7192

Re: Choosing a CCW weapon ...

Joe, with all due respect.... you should edit this post to ' I really, really want a SW36.' I don't have to see you shoot. I see a lot of middle aged guys, some real sportsmen, come through ccw classes every month. The all do ok on a square range with all the time in the world. A few see the light.....
by Hillbilly
Fri Jul 25, 2014 12:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Choosing a CCW weapon ...
Replies: 78
Views: 7192

Re: Choosing a CCW weapon ...

I still have 2 J frames, a 3 inch 65, a Springer Champ and Colt OM.....all have been carried over the last 30 years. Why fumble with a little, slow to load revolver when a Glock 19 loads 16? I thought Glocks were odd.... then after a class or two we got the 'modern pistolcraft' figured out. Carry a ...
by Hillbilly
Mon Jul 07, 2014 8:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Time for a new CCW.
Replies: 22
Views: 2698

Re: Time for a new CCW.

My son went with a XD out of academy.

Traded for a Glock 26 when he went plain clothed....and he still has the glock as a lawyer.

For me it's a toss up. Glock is a tad easier to service.

Small of back isnt a very efficient way to carry....
by Hillbilly
Thu Apr 03, 2014 3:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .22
Replies: 37
Views: 3670

Re: .22

Carson City, NV "soft opened" a Sportsmans Warehouse last weekend....nary a Long Rifle or short in the whole place. Lot's of 5.56 and .223 though...
by Hillbilly
Mon Sep 24, 2012 12:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Date night ideas?
Replies: 41
Views: 4525

Re: Date night ideas?

The Rodeo Opry down on Excange Street in the Stockyard district is a good date night. Saturdays... cheap,,, no rowdy crowds and the music is always pretty good.
by Hillbilly
Fri Aug 10, 2012 7:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Carson City NV----Colorado Springs Co
Replies: 14
Views: 2872

Re: Carson City NV----Colorado Springs Co

Looks like Nevada
Got a firm job offer, good raise.... And it looks like the housing will be a wash.
Thanks for the advise

I should be there before Sept 10
by Hillbilly
Sat Aug 04, 2012 2:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ever shoot a SKUNK...?
Replies: 31
Views: 3700

Re: Ever shoot a SKUNK...?

I shot one a couple of years ago.... 30 WCF, maybe 30 yards. No smell. The first shot flipped him airborne... The second was solid. Started the tractor once and shot one out of my brush hog. The skunk flew into the side of the pickup--- missed the open cab door by 2 feet. No smell from that one eith...
by Hillbilly
Thu Jul 19, 2012 5:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Mernickle Holster - UPDATED
Replies: 11
Views: 2228

Re: New Mernickle Holster

I have seen Merninckles work up close -holsters that were being resold. Was not impressed at all... just as soon as order El Paso Saddlery or Bianchi for the carry guns Ive dealt with a couple of custom makers... most are so over sold or so un organised they dont return phone calls or have to close ...
by Hillbilly
Wed Jul 18, 2012 7:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Well I guess I need some help...
Replies: 14
Views: 2138

Well I guess I need some help...

I am having a certain amount of upheaval... lease is up... waiting to hear about 2 better jobs... and need to move before I get a final descision. Basically... like most plans of mice and men the timing is all out of whack. Pray for me. I need some help here with some decisions, some things I have n...
by Hillbilly
Wed Jul 18, 2012 7:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Carson City NV----Colorado Springs Co
Replies: 14
Views: 2872

Re: Carson City NV----Colorado Springs Co

as far as I can tell... Colorado and Nevada have pretty gun freindly laws. Open carry, CCW permits etc. From what I can tell...CO Springs has a fair amount of rental housing... Reno is about 40 miles from Carson and right now I don't know much about that area. I understand that CO Springs, Pueblo an...
by Hillbilly
Wed Jul 18, 2012 6:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Carson City NV----Colorado Springs Co
Replies: 14
Views: 2872

Carson City NV----Colorado Springs Co

I may have a firm job offer in both towns.

Compare, contrast, praise or condem...What do you guys know or think about these two towns?

The Colorado job will require weekly travel all over SE CO... other than the jobs....?
by Hillbilly
Mon May 07, 2012 2:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Long time desire ( want ) finally came true.
Replies: 35
Views: 4517

Re: Long time desire ( want ) finally came true.

I learned how to type on a Selectric in 1978. That spoiled me... never could get a "conventional" typewriter to run as fast. My sister could get near 100 wpm on such a machine... I think I tested at 75.... and was still looking at my fingers. We still have an IBM at the office... let me s...
by Hillbilly
Fri May 04, 2012 6:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Holster for a Colt SAA?
Replies: 32
Views: 6547

Re: Holster for a Colt SAA?

I prefer the old style loop holsters too... and I did add a simple thong on mine. My holster is a production model... but a little time "wet fitting" it to the gun made a big difference in retention. When we get open carry in OK...I will order a nice OWB for my 357 Italiancoltclone.... Dis...
by Hillbilly
Wed Apr 04, 2012 9:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Long time desire ( want ) finally came true.
Replies: 35
Views: 4517

Re: Long time desire ( want ) finally came true.

I learned how to type on a Selectric in 1978. That spoiled me... never could get a "conventional" typewriter to run as fast. My sister could get near 100 wpm on such a machine... I think I tested at 75.... and was still looking at my fingers. We still have an IBM at the office... let me s...
by Hillbilly
Mon Apr 02, 2012 8:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Flavor-of-the-Month 1911: GLOCK
Replies: 20
Views: 2050

Re: Flavor-of-the-Month 1911: GLOCK

If Glock went into the 22 long rifle market...Walther would stop making the P22.
by Hillbilly
Sun Apr 01, 2012 1:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Long time desire ( want ) finally came true.
Replies: 35
Views: 4517

Re: Long time desire ( want ) finally came true.

I learned how to type on a Selectric in 1978. That spoiled me... never could get a "conventional" typewriter to run as fast. My sister could get near 100 wpm on such a machine... I think I tested at 75.... and was still looking at my fingers. We still have an IBM at the office... let me se...
by Hillbilly
Tue Mar 06, 2012 12:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chippa Fire Arms ?
Replies: 24
Views: 3328

Re: Chippa Fire Arms ?

Rumor has it that at least one IDPA shooter is running a Rhino in the stock revovler class down my way.

Saw one at a NRA basic pistol class... nice idea. Let me know if it's in time after 5,000 rounds or so and get back with me.
by Hillbilly
Fri Feb 24, 2012 2:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Well Fellas- It finally happened.... ND
Replies: 39
Views: 5287

Re: Well Fellas- It finally happened.... ND

tho' with a bit more humility), I went to clean my carry piece after arriving home and a morning at the qualifying range... dropped empty mag... racked the slide back... and out pops a loaded round! ~Griff As an unfailing process...if I stick a loaded mag into a 1911... it gets racked, locked and to...
by Hillbilly
Fri Feb 24, 2012 11:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Well Fellas- It finally happened.... ND
Replies: 39
Views: 5287

Well Fellas- It finally happened.... ND

Shot my carry gun at the range the other day. Finished, mag out , checked clear and dropped the hammer. Got home and put it away (needed cleaning and it was late). Got out my back up gun and made ready for the morning. A couple of days later... got the dirty gun out. It was shadowy and I did not tur...
by Hillbilly
Fri Feb 24, 2012 11:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 25-35 An Overlooked Cartridge
Replies: 46
Views: 5192

Re: 25-35 An Overlooked Cartridge

I've got a 25-35 SRC too. Seems like it's a cartridge than just got a little sidetracked as time went by. It's "just enough" for deer and "not to much" for a lot of other critters. IMHO... 25 WCF may be what the .223 Remington is "trying" to be... it just got niched int...
by Hillbilly
Thu Feb 02, 2012 11:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rescued a Single-Six wreck--$75.00
Replies: 34
Views: 4084

Re: Rescued a Single-Six wreck--$75.00

Nuthin' wrong with it the way it is. I'd leave it alone and use it.
by Hillbilly
Sun Dec 25, 2011 5:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thoughts on lever as bad times rifle?????????
Replies: 202
Views: 26852

Re: Thoughts on lever as bad times rifle?????????

Side loaders can be topped off on the move without breaking the action open. I love the mag fed rifle... but reloading a 20 round box take awhile. Yea, I have at least 6 mags... but if your "out"- your OUT! I don't think I'd like to get into an extended firefight with a 94 or 336...... but...
by Hillbilly
Tue Dec 20, 2011 9:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Is it possible to design a more ugly revolver!!!!
Replies: 44
Views: 6117

Re: Is it possible to design a more ugly revolver!!!!

at least you have to take the grips off to find the lawyer lock. I love me some Smith and Wessons... but the new Unobtanium lock versions are not my cup of tea. Finally broke down a went Glock 19 for EDC ....$425 (used) goes bang evertime and I can keep all the shots between the nipples at 7 yards (...
by Hillbilly
Tue Dec 20, 2011 9:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Horse Owner (now with pics)
Replies: 50
Views: 6237

Re: New Horse Owner (now with pics)

Bigger the area... is the general rule for fencing and horse as far as wire goes. Small corrals need to be small woven wire, pipe or board fence. Barbed wire on a acre paddock or several acres has a certain risk. I gave away 2 when we lost the lease late this summer. My paint and I have been togethe...
by Hillbilly
Fri Oct 28, 2011 12:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cleaning Ruger Mini-14
Replies: 19
Views: 4071

Re: Cleaning Ruger Mini-14

I've read, many times, this gun is famous for reliability. My gun is still being tested but if found wanting will find the answer. For what it is, it's a really neat gun. Love the robustness of the parts. It's basically a mineature semiauto M-14, or mineature M1-A, thus the name "Mini-14"...
by Hillbilly
Thu Oct 20, 2011 9:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cleaning Ruger Mini-14
Replies: 19
Views: 4071

Re: Cleaning Ruger Mini-14

The Mini is a Garand -cloned action. the bolt rollers and guide rod need "grease". Other than that...clean and oil as any other rifle. If you can find it, GI grease (Lubriplate)- works best... but I have used red bearing grease and white lithium with good results too. The gas port .... a p...
by Hillbilly
Sun Oct 16, 2011 12:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: *For GAK*A Holy Grail 1873 Comes Home
Replies: 38
Views: 4163

Re: *3 Pics Added*A Holy Grail 1873 Comes Home

Estate sale? I heard a Museum up that way was was robbed. :D Some guys have all the luck. Most guns I see at estate sales and auctions are sold for WAY more than they are worth... $1500 SAA's bring $2850, etc. I did see a beater ($400 tops) pre 64 94 Winchester bring $750 once...dished screws, and s...
by Hillbilly
Thu Oct 13, 2011 9:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: took the pistols out today (plus an ugly new addition )
Replies: 29
Views: 4705

Re: OT-- took the pistols out today (plus an ugly new addition )

Murph's is on the north end of Duncan (US 81)... that's one of the few places in OK a fella can walk in a find just about anything. He carries a good stock of reloading stuff and general gun related inventory. Kim...that souless-ness is why I've been looking for a Glock-like late model firearm. In m...
by Hillbilly
Wed Oct 12, 2011 2:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: took the pistols out today (plus an ugly new addition )
Replies: 29
Views: 4705

Re: OT-- took the pistols out today (plus an ugly new addition )

I picked up a Glock 19 a couple of days ago. From a Pawn down in Duncan OK of all places. They offered a deep discount (times are hard and even the Pawnshops have too much cash out on loans). Mine looks to be fired little... and $400 plus local tax got it out- the-door for $430 (dont get me started ...
by Hillbilly
Mon Oct 10, 2011 9:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Boulet Boots?
Replies: 13
Views: 6753

Re: Boulet Boots?

I have owned Boulet's in the past... and thought highly of them. They were not bad to ride in or walk in and held up very well.

Olathe was sold a couple of years ago... but I still see "new-old stock" in Western stores... those are very good heavy duty boots.
by Hillbilly
Sun Jul 17, 2011 12:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: took the pistols out today (plus an ugly new addition )
Replies: 29
Views: 4705

Re: OT-- took the pistols out today (plus an ugly new addition )

Having shot the XD, Smith and Wesson M&P and an early Glock 17 - I still favor steel handguns, epecially the 1911 and SW K frames. I dont have a high cap 9mm right now... and have been sorta looking for a beater G17 to fit the bill... the M & P SW's are good shooting guns too. We have been o...
by Hillbilly
Sun Jul 10, 2011 9:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How close is your gun.
Replies: 75
Views: 10221

Re: How close is your gun.

There is a .45 auto in my truck and a handy .38 Super in the house. Lets not forget my loaded up '97 Winchester trench gun in the closet. I seldom carry publicly, although legal to do so. Sorry, but I don't feel the need. I am not in the least bit panicked over the bad guys picking on me, either. S...
by Hillbilly
Sun Jul 10, 2011 11:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How close is your gun.
Replies: 75
Views: 10221

Re: How close is your gun.

95% of my waking hours... at least a SW 60 is on me or at arms reach. A 1911 is carried when clothing permits and that 60 backs it up. A short shotgun (legally short) is where I'd fall back in defense at the house. My job takes me into a lot of city halls and city shops.. and it's against the law to...
by Hillbilly
Thu May 12, 2011 7:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Do You Remember Your First Pocket Knife?
Replies: 49
Views: 7131

Re: Do You Remember Your First Pocket Knife?

probably a Camp KIng too...

My great grandmother gave me a little Imperial pen knife about the same time.
by Hillbilly
Thu May 12, 2011 7:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .22 revolver, a good sidearm?
Replies: 66
Views: 11453

Re: .22 revolver, a good sidearm?

I have 3... SW 18, a 17 and a Colt New Frontier. They get used often.

The revolvers have coached a lot of shootrs in my home... the Colt is just fun to shoot.
by Hillbilly
Sat Apr 23, 2011 10:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your choice of trigger pull weight?
Replies: 19
Views: 2961

Re: Your choice of trigger pull weight?

A 1911 guy mentioned something in a way I'd never thought of the other day (I think I heard it on TV but don't remember). A hand gun trigger should be just a tad under the weight of the gun. That way you cannot force enough in the press to upset the mass of the gun. I always figured around 4 pounds ...
by Hillbilly
Fri Apr 08, 2011 1:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buried my dog this morning.
Replies: 47
Views: 6712

Re: Buried my dog this morning.

Very sorry to hear of your loss...
by Hillbilly
Tue Feb 22, 2011 8:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - anyone re-sharpen drill bits ?
Replies: 24
Views: 4479

Re: OT - anyone re-sharpen drill bits ?

Ironsides... you can salvage a broke bit if you grind by hand. I have a lot of "short" bits.... Any of those sharpening machines will eventually wear the wheels ... if the wheel isnt perfectly flat you won't get a good result. Free hand grinding requires a flat wheel too... if you do much ...
by Hillbilly
Mon Feb 14, 2011 3:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WAY OT: Have you ever felt or been compelled to....
Replies: 21
Views: 3088

Re: WAY OT: Have you ever felt or been compelled to....

I almost have my wife cured of this impulse. We loaned on her relations a couple of C notes on the basis of "pay us back when you can". So far, not an inkling of repayment is forth coming. You may say.... "well, if you did not spell things out"...or, "you have not asked for ...
by Hillbilly
Thu Jan 06, 2011 3:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Californians: Get Ammo and Speedloaders!
Replies: 49
Views: 6349

Re: Californians: Get Ammo and Speedloaders!

That's sad... speed loaders are not particualry speedy some times. Back in the day... I worked with a couple of old timers who could keep up with us "speedloader" guys ... and they were working out of dump pouches or loops. OKCPD still requires 18 rounds in 25 seconds (IIRC) just as a relo...