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by Scott Young
Sun Feb 17, 2008 10:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Ammunition accountability legislation
Replies: 5
Views: 864

soon scrap lead, casting pots, ladles, molds, etc. will be considered contraband.
by Scott Young
Sun Feb 17, 2008 9:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - .22 Mag. question.
Replies: 10
Views: 2025

i have shot all the different ammo, but i keep going back to two. the solid full jacket 40grainer and the 36 grain winchester supreme. in my marlin and my win 9422m the accuracy isn't great enough to matter as i am hunting my match shooting. bullet performance and cost is what i am mostly interested...
by Scott Young
Sat Feb 16, 2008 1:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 44 magnum or 45-70
Replies: 16
Views: 2742

i own a 44 mag win 94 and i love it. i also just recently purchased a h&r 45-70. the recoil is much greater with the 45-70. it is a bigger bullet traveling the same speed as the .44. i can't imagine the .45-70 being loaded down to the .44 and maintain any usable accuracy. it would be nice and so...
by Scott Young
Thu Feb 14, 2008 10:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT but it is a gun ?
Replies: 21
Views: 2874

my first centerfire was a 30-06 remington 700 bdl. i have owned several over the years. i currently own a savage 30-06. it is a pre accutrigger. it is extremely accurate.
by Scott Young
Wed Feb 13, 2008 4:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT what powder thrower?
Replies: 18
Views: 3165

all in all you will find as i have found .1 even .2 or .3 will not effect accuracy in rifles. even as small as the .223 case.

pistol carts use as different powder that meters so much better so no problem there.
by Scott Young
Wed Feb 13, 2008 12:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT what powder thrower?
Replies: 18
Views: 3165

i use my lee perfect for blackpowder. i use it to precharge my bp rifle and shotgun loads. it will be perfect pun intended for when i play with the bp cartridges.
by Scott Young
Tue Feb 12, 2008 11:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT what powder thrower?
Replies: 18
Views: 3165

i used the lee perfect measure for years and it did great. it lacked in many areas, but for throwing consistent charges it did great. i then stepped up to a rcbs powder throw which enables repeatability. the accuracy is the same on both. depending on the technique of lever operation you can keep it ...
by Scott Young
Tue Feb 12, 2008 7:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Henry Big Boy rifles?
Replies: 14
Views: 2992

i went to look at it. i like it. i will have to save my pennies a long time in order to afford it. i have always thought the golden boys and big boys looked good. i am the odd ball, i saw one that was aged and it looked even better than the new shiny one.
by Scott Young
Tue Feb 12, 2008 3:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Went Shootin' (This is a long story)
Replies: 7
Views: 1287

hey griff, we need to get together and shoot sometime. i live south of you about 2 hours if you take the main roads 1.5 hours if you hit the back roads.
by Scott Young
Fri Feb 08, 2008 8:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question about Kroil
Replies: 11
Views: 2223

i have heard of some guys loosing the bluing in the rifles, but i have been using it for years with no problems.
by Scott Young
Fri Feb 08, 2008 8:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ???? Anybody take one apart??? + pictures
Replies: 8
Views: 1316

Scott Young wrote:i have taken them apart, i don't remember anything out of the ordinary about it. they are pretty straight forward.
ignore this. i was thinking you meant the neck collet die. your suggestion would work with a brass screw with nut.
by Scott Young
Fri Feb 08, 2008 7:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ???? Anybody take one apart??? + pictures
Replies: 8
Views: 1316

i have taken them apart, i don't remember anything out of the ordinary about it. they are pretty straight forward.
by Scott Young
Fri Feb 08, 2008 11:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-anyone know about installing a garage door
Replies: 16
Views: 2855

it isn't that difficult. you simply need to be careful. i figure anyone who is a cautious reloader and adequate firearm handler will be able to do it. you just remember. stay to the side. use a steady ladder. stay to the side. with every rotation test the door; it is easy to over load the spring and...
by Scott Young
Fri Feb 08, 2008 9:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-recoil
Replies: 13
Views: 2065

i may be old fashioned in my young age, but i believe we ought to set the bar higher for a polite society. i was in pizza hut with my two kids when a table of boys in their 20s were cursing. i asked them politely to clean their language up. they didn't; it got worse. i spoke the the manager. she sai...
by Scott Young
Fri Feb 08, 2008 9:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-recoil
Replies: 13
Views: 2065

I am a strong proponent for freedom of speech, but as with all freedoms, that one also comes with responsibility. Apparently that guy has no class, and doesn't care if women or children see his shirt. I guess I'm old-fashioned - foul language should not be spoken or used in front of women, children...
by Scott Young
Thu Feb 07, 2008 11:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT bolt gun medium caliber question.
Replies: 44
Views: 5958

medium bore??? i was going to suggest a .35 rem in a bolt action. or a .358 win. loaded down. i have a .338 win mag that when loaded right doesn't kick too much, but the .338 federal piques my interest for a true mid bore that is mild on the shoulder. how about a 8mm mauser? you will find a slow mid...
by Scott Young
Thu Feb 07, 2008 4:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-anyone know about installing a garage door
Replies: 16
Views: 2855

to add: don't use screw drivers, ratchet extensions, or rebar. get stainless or cold rolled and cut to 18 - 20 inches in length. i have installed them and us a set of two for installation and re-installation. go slow and stay work to the side so if one of the bars slip and you loose control of them ...
by Scott Young
Thu Feb 07, 2008 10:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - the problem as i see it
Replies: 2
Views: 599

:wink:
by Scott Young
Thu Feb 07, 2008 9:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - the problem as i see it
Replies: 2
Views: 599

POLITICS - the problem as i see it

please understand this is a statement concerning the passing of bills that ensnare politicians. i do not claim to be an expert, and i know i am overly idealizing the process. the problem as i see it is when bills are passed they seem to always have things attached to them in order to garner support....
by Scott Young
Wed Feb 06, 2008 7:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - what issues are important to you
Replies: 27
Views: 4152

i should have added the first section of the list is non debatable. the second section is in no particular order of priorities. it is just thoughts i have put down. i quit when i had to say to myself what else. i was hoping to see how the issues played a role in a person here on leverguns.
by Scott Young
Wed Feb 06, 2008 7:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 375, 356Win & 35 Rem. Comparison
Replies: 24
Views: 3774

I can't tell you anything except they all kill deer & hogs dead like a bolt of lightning. Wm Thanks Wm for waking me up. I rarely sit at my computer and literally laugh out loud, but that one did it! Dave :?: :?: what did you find humorous? Just the way he stated it. It's an absolutely great li...
by Scott Young
Wed Feb 06, 2008 1:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ot Sad news in the village tonight.
Replies: 19
Views: 2929

sorry to hear of yalls loss. his family will be in our prayers.
by Scott Young
Wed Feb 06, 2008 12:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 375, 356Win & 35 Rem. Comparison
Replies: 24
Views: 3774

dz86 wrote:
wm wrote:I can't tell you anything except they all kill deer & hogs dead like a bolt of lightning.
Wm
Thanks Wm for waking me up. I rarely sit at my computer and literally laugh out loud, but that one did it!

Dave
:?: :?:

what did you find humorous?
by Scott Young
Wed Feb 06, 2008 12:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - what issues are important to you
Replies: 27
Views: 4152

POLITICS - what issues are important to you

please try and post your preferences with out condemning others. so don't argue just state your preferences. here are my top three. yes they can be called a litmus test. i won't look at a candidate unless they have these three. 1. prolife 1. profamily 1. pro 2nd admenment the others are important, b...
by Scott Young
Wed Feb 06, 2008 9:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 375, 356Win & 35 Rem. Comparison
Replies: 24
Views: 3774

i haven't had the first two so i can't comment. i do have a .35 remington. it is wonderful. infact is has been my goto gun for several years. it kills like the hammer of thor.
by Scott Young
Tue Feb 05, 2008 10:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - just curious
Replies: 22
Views: 3451

POLITICS - just curious

what do yall think about huckabee? i lived in arkansas for awhile and he did good there. i also just finished listening to the news and his victory speech in arkansas was pretty interesting.
by Scott Young
Tue Feb 05, 2008 11:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Peter H Capstick a fraud?
Replies: 63
Views: 16380

i loved him then. he cause many of my dreams. i am thankful for that. i will keep loving him now. i am fulfilling some of those dreams.
by Scott Young
Tue Feb 05, 2008 10:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thanks for letting me vent earlier. Made it to the range.
Replies: 8
Views: 1659

'i feel your pain' :(

i have had the same sort of stuff happen to me.
by Scott Young
Tue Feb 05, 2008 9:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I Miss Gus Hall
Replies: 19
Views: 2855

i think this is a perfect example of loosing the forest for the trees. i agree with jimt. jim used a style of writing that not only expressed a point but did so emphatically by the use of contrast. this is the greatest way of driving home a point using words and ideas rather than short pithy stateme...
by Scott Young
Sat Feb 02, 2008 12:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Mossberg Leverguns
Replies: 73
Views: 13100

i am thinking that they should fill in the void that made winchester 94s so popular....low cost!! i know many folks bought a leveraction because it was inexpensive.

i believe that if a lever action could be offered for less than 400 it would bve unstoppable.
by Scott Young
Sat Feb 02, 2008 12:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Mossberg Leverguns
Replies: 73
Views: 13100

:shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock:
by Scott Young
Sat Feb 02, 2008 10:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Mossberg Leverguns
Replies: 73
Views: 13100

i think i will be buying one if the price is right.
by Scott Young
Fri Feb 01, 2008 6:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Is 22-250 a good choice for bench shooting?
Replies: 17
Views: 3040

i have used the 22-250 with great results. get the stevens; it is the older savage 110 and a great rifle. i would look for a fast twist barrel if possible to support the longer heavier bullets. you will have a package that will out shoot you. i have reworked that trigger on many guns. it is a decent...
by Scott Young
Thu Jan 31, 2008 10:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Comparing 45 cal cartridges
Replies: 22
Views: 3642

well i have a .45-70. all i can say is i wish i had purchased one sooner. even though mine is in an h&r, it is awesome!!

i have had more fun shooting mine that i would have dreamed.
by Scott Young
Tue Jan 29, 2008 7:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lee factory crimp die
Replies: 34
Views: 4804

J Miller wrote:Just for my curiosity, did anybody actually read the post I linked to?

Joe
i did :lol: :lol: :lol:

it was good and had pictures!!! 8)
by Scott Young
Tue Jan 29, 2008 7:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: O.T.- .410 hunting
Replies: 16
Views: 3095

i have an 870 wingmaster and i am looking for another one when the children get older. i use mine almost weekly coon hunting.
by Scott Young
Mon Jan 28, 2008 10:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FWIW: reload problem
Replies: 6
Views: 1898

i like to put a crimp on all my lever bullets and heavy recoil bullets. i have had too many times gone to pull a cartridge out of a chamber to leave the bullet behind. on a couple of rifles the bullets just touch the lands. now on my single shots where i don't have a bullet touching the lands. i wil...
by Scott Young
Mon Jan 28, 2008 10:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lee Factory Crimp Die/Rifle vs Roll Crimp Test - UPDATE
Replies: 35
Views: 5172

i would be interested too to see if it matches my experiment. i didn't test the lfcd against any thing else, i was just wanting to see if it would serve the purpose i was looking for. since you are going to be testing using the .30-30 it will have a canalure (sp?). just for a side note would it be p...
by Scott Young
Mon Jan 28, 2008 10:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need your ideas: Rifle sale for another's benefit.
Replies: 20
Views: 3836

i hate to sound like a resounding drum, but how much? inquiring minds and nosy people want to know :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Scott Young
Mon Jan 28, 2008 10:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mystery (to me ) 44 mag Powder
Replies: 10
Views: 2118

the absolute safest and easiest way of identifying it is to weight the powder, bullet, and chronography the speed. then go to the books and find the appropriate powder for given bullet weight. good luck. i have been on the same search as you have when i have been given reloads. i usually don't shoot...
by Scott Young
Sun Jan 27, 2008 10:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need your ideas: Rifle sale for another's benefit.
Replies: 20
Views: 3836

how much are you looking for? i remember the original thread and i am proud that you have found a way to settle this honorably. how much did you invest in the rifle?

i may be interested in purchasing it. i am looking for a shooter so it doesn't have to be nice.
by Scott Young
Sun Jan 27, 2008 5:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: O/T New pistol w/ silly warning
Replies: 7
Views: 1617

that is great.

i had an concealed carry instructor teach that to be safe it was advisable to put your bullets in a different pocket.

i didn't finish the course.
by Scott Young
Sun Jan 27, 2008 3:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: A nasty revolver accident.
Replies: 31
Views: 5419

did anyone notice he took three oxycodones with alcohol???

not smart. more dangerous than the 460
by Scott Young
Tue Jan 22, 2008 9:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: leverlution in a .30-06
Replies: 1
Views: 662

leverlution in a .30-06

HA!!

don't ya love it? no not really, it isn't coming out in leverlution. it should be, it would easily be a 2 mile cartridge with that rubber tip.

i'll quit before i get nasty.
by Scott Young
Mon Jan 21, 2008 8:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: repost of 4 for 4
Replies: 14
Views: 2418

i prefer to cut them into halves with my usmc kabar. although i wasn't able to serve in the military i love this knife. i lay the ant on its back and cut it from head to tail. i leave the innards in because they absorb the flavor much like crawfish. a technical note concerning the .35 rem. the 200 g...
by Scott Young
Sun Jan 20, 2008 10:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Masonic mysteries
Replies: 34
Views: 5770

i am glad to see this happen on leverguns. several months ago matters such as this would have gotten personal and ugly. this discussion has maintained an air of civility about it and though disagreements have been presented it has been discussed like gentlemen.

maybe it is a new day for us.
by Scott Young
Sun Jan 20, 2008 9:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is this "Speer hot-core bullet" from Federal
Replies: 9
Views: 2280

i have shot speer bullets for a long time. i like to buy reloading sell outs from garage sales and auctions. i have bought stuff in six different states it seems speer is favored. my guess it is because they are cheap. i have found them to be accurate and well built. one of my favorite is the speer ...
by Scott Young
Sat Jan 19, 2008 9:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: repost of 4 for 4
Replies: 14
Views: 2418

repost of 4 for 4

i am reposting this thinking it got lost in cyber space. it is reworded some and shortened. just the other day it rained and several ant mounds popped up. there were 4 ant mounds 200 yards from my front door. i grabbed my .35 remington and shouldered it launching a bullet into the first hill. you co...
by Scott Young
Sat Jan 19, 2008 7:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: what happened to my post?
Replies: 2
Views: 677

what happened to my post?

i am wondering if i posted something wrong? the title of my post was "4 for 4". if there was something wrong i apologize. i didn't think there would be any thing offensive in it. the other possibility is that it got lost in cyber space. i hit the post button and it showed post was sent, bu...
by Scott Young
Fri Jan 18, 2008 11:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Masonic mysteries
Replies: 34
Views: 5770

years ago i was dead set against the masons for what i really don't know. as i grew as a pastor i realized that for everything i was mad at the masons for the church was guilty of the same things just with different names. i found that as i tried to correct the problems in my church i didn't have th...