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by TWHBC
Sat Mar 09, 2024 1:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I lost my willie
Replies: 19
Views: 1379

Re: I lost my willie

Condolences!
Hard to look out to the pasture and not see them!
by TWHBC
Sat Feb 17, 2024 11:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Nice [illegal] Collection...
Replies: 5
Views: 375

Re: Nice [illegal] Collection...

One if by land, two if by sea, three if by space…..!
by TWHBC
Sat Sep 04, 2021 8:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any Herter's fans here?
Replies: 11
Views: 1741

Re: Any Herter's fans here?

Thanks for posting the article! Loved his catalog, and his writing style!
Definitely had a knack with words and promotion style, world famous!
by TWHBC
Wed Sep 01, 2021 9:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A lot of us Old Guys
Replies: 31
Views: 2965

Re: A lot of us Old Guys

Great names, and stories of the past. One writer I remember was Bob Milek, Thermopolis Wyoming. He hunted and guided with both revolver and rifle. After commnicating with him I chose my first center-fire rifle in .243 Winchester. And later his writings got me interested in a Python. The .243 has alw...
by TWHBC
Wed Aug 18, 2021 9:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hey Pitchy, N. Mn. Wildfire?
Replies: 5
Views: 718

Hey Pitchy, N. Mn. Wildfire?

Any chance of affecting you?
by TWHBC
Sun Jul 25, 2021 5:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My primitive bear
Replies: 21
Views: 2314

Re: My primitive bear

That is quite an accomplishment, a self bow and obsidian arrowhead on a self made arrow!
Congratulations!
by TWHBC
Fri Jul 23, 2021 8:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pedal power
Replies: 125
Views: 8763

Re: Pedal power

Fantastic post and pictures!
Really enjoyed it!
Great workmanship! :D
by TWHBC
Sun Mar 07, 2021 10:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hatchet or machete
Replies: 36
Views: 3705

Re: Hatchet or machete

Have a Case XX machete that was in aircrew survival kits during WWII. There were two versions one a fixed blade and the other a folding blade. Mine is a fixed blade. Blade is about 1/4" thick and 16" long, Has a wider rounded blade at the end, which gives a nice balance, and the steel defi...
by TWHBC
Sun Mar 07, 2021 9:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Coleman 530 pocket stove and 252 lantern, cool can opener added.
Replies: 195
Views: 31307

Re: Coleman 530 pocket stove and 252 lantern

Oh yeah buddy, I remember them well. Not that I ever was allowed to touch one but I got hot coffee off the stove by the light of one of those lanterns of which I have several examples. I used to modify a pair of them to run on propane for the front of my gigging boat. Killed a lot of fish by the li...
by TWHBC
Wed Mar 03, 2021 10:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hey Pitchy
Replies: 17
Views: 1219

Re: Hey Pitchy

That motorized bike build is just cool!!!! :mrgreen: Thanks for showing!!!! :P I live on the Michaelson Trail, major N-S rails to trails, in the Black Hills, and they allow electric bikes. Not sure about gasoline powered ones as the signs say no motorized, to prevent ATV and dirt bikes. I have a Sch...
by TWHBC
Tue Jun 30, 2020 9:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question / POLL
Replies: 115
Views: 20507

Re: Question / POLL

71 this year.
by TWHBC
Tue Apr 21, 2020 6:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For those of you that appreciate vintage military arms
Replies: 17
Views: 2380

Re: For those of you that appreciate vintage military arms

Already been said, WOW!!!
A classic if there was one, possibly the most recognizable firearm ever, though debatable with the SAA!!!
by TWHBC
Tue Apr 14, 2020 10:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Self isolation photographs UK Rat added.
Replies: 34
Views: 3565

Re: Self isolation photographs UK

What is all that green!!! :mrgreen:
Around my place is 8" of new white stuff!
Very nice place you have there!!!
by TWHBC
Wed Apr 08, 2020 1:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Flintlock is finished
Replies: 22
Views: 3701

Re: Flintlock is finished

Very nice, and the lock is on the correct side!!! :mrgreen:
by TWHBC
Wed Jan 15, 2020 9:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: NEW Colt Python
Replies: 33
Views: 5158

Re: NEW Colt Python

I sold my 6" python, actually traded, for several other pistols, insane amount of ammo, and some cash, a number of years ago. Had received it to a settle a debt many years before. It did not seem to fit me, and the 6 " barrel just did not balance for me. As stated by others, cylinder relea...
by TWHBC
Mon Nov 04, 2019 12:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Jimmy Stewart/ Mustang Sally
Replies: 11
Views: 6651

Jimmy Stewart/ Mustang Sally

Google jimmy stewart, sally connors, vista press.
Great story about one of the greatest generation, and one of the greatest generation/ today!
Have never heard this story before, but made me a little Misty.
by TWHBC
Wed Oct 23, 2019 6:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SR-71
Replies: 59
Views: 7597

Re: SR-71

Was at an airshow many many years ago in Louisiana. It was hot and sunny, and everyone had sunburned faces with raccoon eyes from sunglasses. The announcer advised that the Air Force had advised them that a SR-71 was available for a flyby, and would the crowd like to see one? Cheer went up and the a...
by TWHBC
Mon Oct 21, 2019 9:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cold Steel customer service
Replies: 12
Views: 1872

Re: Cold Steel customer service

Nice sheath!!!! :mrgreen:
Isn't it great when a plan comes together!
by TWHBC
Thu Oct 17, 2019 8:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lonesome Dove.
Replies: 13
Views: 2200

Re: Lonesome Dove.

Very good comments and descriptions so far! I read all of his books, and agree that Jim T gave the same feelings I had of the books. My mother's family is from west Texas, and I am from SE New Mexico, and the book descriptions of the terrain is very good. The people descriptions were very harsh and ...
by TWHBC
Mon Oct 14, 2019 8:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Words
Replies: 54
Views: 6390

Re: Words

Surprising from this gaggle of guys..... denigrating individualism! :lol:
by TWHBC
Mon Oct 14, 2019 8:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Flintlock 2, Jess 1.
Replies: 9
Views: 885

Re: Flintlock 2, Jess 1.

Some days everything just goes right! :D
by TWHBC
Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Goodbye friend.
Replies: 22
Views: 1851

Re: Goodbye friend.

Condolences, always tough, never easy!
by TWHBC
Tue Oct 01, 2019 7:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lets stay cool ( vids added )
Replies: 35
Views: 1904

Re: Lets stay cool

Have to worry about wind-chill? :lol:
by TWHBC
Tue Oct 01, 2019 7:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Saddle gun woes
Replies: 15
Views: 2324

Re: Saddle gun woes

Great pictures, great story!
Agree with the others on the stock repair!
by TWHBC
Sun Jul 28, 2019 10:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shiloh Sharps is for sale
Replies: 16
Views: 3135

Re: Shiloh Sharps is for sale

B
" BATHROOMS: 0 "

Interesting statistic, going business with numerous workers and no bathrooms?
Perhaps real estate terminology, bathrooms doesn't equal restroom?
Maybe numerous trees on property? :wink:
by TWHBC
Sat Jul 27, 2019 2:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My rimfire collection
Replies: 10
Views: 1705

Re: My rimfire collection

Very nice, color me green!
by TWHBC
Fri Jul 05, 2019 12:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another look at "stopping power" in a defensive handgun
Replies: 11
Views: 1823

Re: Another look at "stopping power" in a defensive handgun

One factor you rarely hear mentioned directly is modern medicine, and available fast treatment of gunshot wounds. In the olden days, even if one survived the initial encounter, the wound was often fatal, or involved the loss of a limb(s). Back then the treatment was often as bad as the initial wound...
by TWHBC
Wed Feb 27, 2019 10:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Spring is springing in North Texas
Replies: 24
Views: 1746

Re: Spring is springing in North Texas

Only sign I have seen of spring here in the Black Hills is increased daylight.
Still getting below zero at night and sometimes stays close to zero during the day.
Come on spring!!!!!!!!
by TWHBC
Wed Feb 27, 2019 10:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: USS Constitution, Cross-Section Ship Model
Replies: 5
Views: 762

Re: USS Constitution, Cross-Section Ship Model

Nice job on restoring that model!!!
Been on the USS Constitution several times over the years and have always felt in awe of the men who sailed her and fought on her!
by TWHBC
Tue Feb 19, 2019 10:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who likes the .410 shotgun?
Replies: 60
Views: 4938

Re: Who likes the .410 shotgun?

A. 410 Snake Charmer was always in one of my boats when I lived in Louisiana. Worked well on sharks caught out in the gulf, and water snakes when in the Geenoe while in the bayou. Had some slugs also for 2 legged critters. Son has it now, and it's presence to convinced a large drunk ner-do-well that...
by TWHBC
Fri Feb 15, 2019 12:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shark vs Buck knife
Replies: 25
Views: 3864

Re: Shark vs Buck knife

Does a 112 count?
Been carrying and using one for years now. Was a honeymoon present from my wife.
by TWHBC
Sun Feb 10, 2019 2:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More MRI fun!
Replies: 27
Views: 2671

Re: More MRI fun!

Have had multiple MRI over the years for various issues. Being a large guy, barely fit in them, especially my shoulders! Claustrophobia has become very serious as I have aged. To even get me near the tube requires nurse/assisted sedation. One time I had to have two in one day, so with the second sed...
by TWHBC
Wed Feb 06, 2019 9:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hobie Blogspot 01/31/19 Notice
Replies: 8
Views: 1782

Hobie Blogspot 01/31/19 Notice

http://shootingwithhobie.blogspot.com/
This showed up again on Hobie's blog. It has happened before , so hope it is because he hasn't logged on for 8 weeks as he notes in his instructions.
Some of you maintain communications with Hobie, so perhaps you can check in with him?
by TWHBC
Fri Feb 01, 2019 7:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rock Bass
Replies: 24
Views: 1592

Re: Rock Bass

Good job!!!
Hooked a few of those over the years, but wasn't able to get them off the bottom? :roll:
by TWHBC
Wed Jan 30, 2019 11:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Photos of Fine Guns
Replies: 28
Views: 3744

Re: Photos of Fine Guns

Oh my!!!!!! :shock:
Heart palpitations! :mrgreen:
by TWHBC
Wed Jan 30, 2019 11:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Papa Jim Says
Replies: 16
Views: 1723

Re: Papa Jim Says

Started with a 310 in the early 60's. Still have all my 310 die sets I acquired. Went to a single stage press, but only for a while. Gave it to my BIL. Still use the 310. Only caliber I have that I do not load for is 9mm. Only problem I have ever encountered with the 310, is having two .243 win., an...
by TWHBC
Sat Jan 26, 2019 2:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: January Humor, admittedly stolen
Replies: 5
Views: 773

January Humor, admittedly stolen

I came home from the range today

The wife had left a note on the refrigerator:

"IT'S NOT WORKING,
I can't take it anymore!
Gone to stay with my mother."

I opened the fridge, the light came on, and the beer was cold...

What the hell is she talking about?
by TWHBC
Fri Jan 25, 2019 9:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Handy Item for Hunting Trips
Replies: 23
Views: 2557

Re: Handy Item for Hunting Trips

#2 in all-time helpful tips for life in the woods!
by TWHBC
Fri Jan 25, 2019 9:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PillHer got a Bearkat.
Replies: 9
Views: 882

Re: PillHer got a Bearkat.

Good deal! Fun times ahead for your wife! Have had two, still have one. Always have one in the saddle bags, walking around unless the surroundings indicate a need for something bigger. Mine needed some repairs over time, so sent to Ruger, and was happy with the lock work change to handle six safely....
by TWHBC
Thu Jan 17, 2019 10:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Favorite 22LR ammunition
Replies: 35
Views: 3628

Re: Favorite 22LR ammunition

Been using the CCI Velocitor regularly. Works in my. 22's, pistol, revolver, rifles, lever, auto, and bolt. Hits with authority, and would handle most anything you would use a. 22 for. Though I used the cheapest. 22 for pointing.
by TWHBC
Sat Jan 05, 2019 11:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Done
Replies: 6
Views: 707

Re: Who's Going to Pay For This Operation?

Excellent! :lol:
by TWHBC
Sat Dec 22, 2018 3:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lyman "Nutcracker"
Replies: 10
Views: 2240

Re: Lyman "Nutcracker"

Yes, 2 handles, and a bunch of dies for rifle and pistol. Got the first set for. 243 win. back in the early 60's, and added dies over time. Started loading. 41 Mag. for a ruger blackhawk after reading a Skeeter Skeleton article that showed a picture of him sitting on the ground in the west Texas wil...
by TWHBC
Mon Dec 17, 2018 6:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 22 LR three cents per round...!
Replies: 7
Views: 1681

Re: 22 LR three cents per round...!

Last week bought 500 rounds for $14.99+ tax at the LGS up the road about 10 miles or so.
Remington Thunderbolt, and I will be hunting spellcheck/accuchek, match made in heaven! :? :roll:
by TWHBC
Thu Dec 13, 2018 11:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What y'all payin' for gas?
Replies: 57
Views: 10672

Re: What y'all payin' for gas?

Griff wrote: Wed Dec 05, 2018 1:08 pm Nuttin', It's free with the Diet soda I drink! :twisted: But, my average price of diesel this month has been $2.585/gal.
Diesel was $2.76/gal. in Colorado Springs last week, $3.17/ gal., in Cheyenne, and is running $3.29/gal. in Custer now. Gas is $2.79/gal. in Custer.
by TWHBC
Fri Nov 30, 2018 3:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Done
Replies: 15
Views: 2078

Re: You Couldn't Make This Stuff Up!!!!!!!!!

Years ago, had to argue with the USPS that postal rates to New Mexico were not international rates. Trying to send some letters and packages home from near Boston to relatives in New Mexico. I was born in New Mexico,xand working a construction job in Boston. They had a big map of the USA on the wall...
by TWHBC
Sat Nov 17, 2018 5:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt SAA .357 M
Replies: 10
Views: 1816

Re: Colt SAA .357 M

Skeeter wrote highly of Christie work!
Nice SAA and shooting!
by TWHBC
Mon Oct 15, 2018 5:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hurricane Michael Damage - Before and After
Replies: 10
Views: 2261

Re: Hurricane Michael Damage - Before and After

https://amp.businessinsider.com/us-air- ... ts-2018-10

Saw this today about F-22 and F-35 damage at Tyndall. ThoughtvI saw somewhere that the planes were flown to other bases before the hurricane hit?
by TWHBC
Tue Oct 09, 2018 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The fisherman
Replies: 17
Views: 2245

Re: The fisherman

ThT is cool!
Nicely done!
I have never seen one like it either!
by TWHBC
Sat Sep 29, 2018 8:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This was gonna be my new gun....
Replies: 6
Views: 1356

Re: This was gonna be my new gun....

AJMD429 wrote: Sat Sep 29, 2018 3:05 pm https://www.gunbroker.com/item/785926405?

....but my gun inventory spreadsheet requires at least 2 digits in the 'serial number' section, so I'll pass....

Otherwise, I'd have picked it up to add to the collection. :D
00001 is what I see, so when is it arriving at your place? 🤣
by TWHBC
Mon Sep 17, 2018 12:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For the Gang in the UK across the pond...
Replies: 12
Views: 1437

Re: For the Gang in the UK across the pond...

Made my Monday start off well! 🤣