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- Sun Sep 11, 2011 6:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT- Charles Askins New Service Colt King's Conversion.
- Replies: 32
- Views: 5902
Re: OT- Charles Askins New Service Colt King's Conversion.
He is buried at Ft Sam Houston military cemetary just a couple rows down from my wifes grandfather and grandmother. Walked past his head stone once or twice.
- Sat Sep 10, 2011 5:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT- 9-11-01; What were you doing?
- Replies: 45
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- Thu Sep 08, 2011 11:15 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: -
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- Wed Aug 31, 2011 9:17 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Muzzle brakes
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1123
Re: Muzzle brakes
Marlin did make quite a few Marlin 1895G's and M's with the factory muzzle break. They do help reduce recoil but are loud.
- Mon Aug 15, 2011 11:12 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Evidence that Butch Cassidy survived the Bolivian shoot-out?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1597
Re: Evidence that Butch Cassidy survived the Bolivian shoot-out?
She did for years. Maybe people will start to believe herHis sister said he did
- Fri Jul 22, 2011 1:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Good Deal?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1255
Re: Good Deal?
Thats a pretty darn good price.
- Tue Jun 21, 2011 9:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT--Guy with the most guns.
- Replies: 36
- Views: 5349
Re: OT--Guy with the most guns.
I have more than I need and have started to thin the herd. I did not chase wild women I did not do drugs So I bought guns I didn't do drugs but I sure enjoyed chasing the wild women :lol: I am in the same boat. Heck, now-a-days guns are a better investement than the stock market. Atleast that is wh...
- Tue Jun 21, 2011 11:31 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Need opinions on these three rifles please
- Replies: 32
- Views: 3981
Re: OT: Need opinions on these three rifles please
It's a toss up for me. I own several Ruger 77's and they are all very accurate. I took an antelope last year with my Ruger 77 300win at 573yds. It's alot of gun for that animal but you need some power when shooting through the constant South Dakota wind. However, I have 2 Remington 721's and they ar...
- Wed Jun 15, 2011 3:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT- Picked up a nice rig for Colt SAA 5 1/2.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1529
Re: OT- Picked up a nice rig for Colt SAA 5 1/2.
Man, you always come across some cool items.
- Mon Jun 13, 2011 10:12 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia - anybody got one?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1629
Re: OT: Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia - anybody got one?
My wife has a 2008 Buick Enclave which is pretty much Buicks version of the Acadia/Traverse. It is a very nice car however, here is what I have for you PRO's Very nice riding vehicle. It is smooth as butter and handles like a sports car. The V-6 has plenty of power. Her car has pretty much every opt...
- Thu Apr 28, 2011 11:15 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Harley Owners
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1582
Re: OT: Harley Owners
A very good friend of mine is a certified mechanic for Harley and a few others. He has been doing it for 20+ years now. Like another poster stated, hHarley's develope issues when you start working on them. He has stated many time that stock Harley's are very reliable. They become unreliable when fol...
- Sun Apr 24, 2011 10:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Harley Owners
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1582
Re: OT: Harley Owners
I have had a fatboy and now a Rocker C. I love riding a Harley. The newer bikes are pretty darn reliable. But you know what HD stand for?? Hunder Dollars. Thats what they usually cost when you take them in.
- Thu Feb 24, 2011 11:35 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT-Press Gets it Right for Once
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1046
Re: OT-Press Gets it Right for Once
I am surprised this is coming out of Colorado. Greeley seems to be the only town left that hasn't been taken over by the tree hugging, liberal, weekend health nuts that have flooded in from California. If this would have happended in Denver or Colo Springs, they probably would have give Reyes a meda...
- Sat Feb 19, 2011 11:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Remington 722's
- Replies: 26
- Views: 4332
Re: OT - Remington 722's
I have been hunting for a clean 300 H&H 721 for awhile now. I have my grandfathers 721 in 30-06 and it shoots like a dream. It's one of the most accurate rifles I have owned.
- Sat Feb 19, 2011 11:15 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Info on Tetons and Yellowstone?
- Replies: 22
- Views: 4013
Re: Info on Tetons and Yellowstone?
Yup,
You can't miss the Buffalo Bill Historical center. It is well worth the trip and you could easilyu spend a full day there.
You can't miss the Buffalo Bill Historical center. It is well worth the trip and you could easilyu spend a full day there.
- Wed Feb 09, 2011 12:22 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Droolevergun
- Replies: 22
- Views: 3372
Re: Droolevergun
It's nice, but not $2500 nice. I have a rossi 454 that shoots like a dream and cost me $500. Call me cheap, but who are they marketing that to? That DRC might not be a Marlin, but it sure looks like one. I do however have one of DRC's levers for one of my guide guns. I tried to order another but DRC...
- Wed Jan 26, 2011 10:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Sons of Guns
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2221
Re: OT - Sons of Guns
The folks own Red Jacket firearms in LA
- Wed Jan 26, 2011 10:32 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: End of days....
- Replies: 27
- Views: 4588
Re: End of days....
I wouldn't max those credit cards out just yet
- Tue Jan 25, 2011 9:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Wardens - Search and Seizure
- Replies: 32
- Views: 4133
Re: Wardens - Search and Seizure
I have watched those shows a few times and have wondered the same thing. From their perspective, eveyone the encounter is most likely armed. I ma sure that doesn't give them a warm fuzzy. There have been a few questionable times that I saw where their probable cause was week. I have also bent over b...
- Thu Jan 20, 2011 9:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - need AR-15 buttplate - without 'trap-door' is ok
- Replies: 2
- Views: 286
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- Wed Jan 12, 2011 7:19 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Need Advice...Lost a friend
- Replies: 23
- Views: 4719
Re: Need Advice...Lost a friend
There is many of us like that from Michigan. Kansas Ed. I am sending you a PM.This friend while very honest, is nontrusting of the gov.,
- Tue Jan 11, 2011 2:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT- Need help finding replacement sight parts for 1874 Ubert
- Replies: 4
- Views: 638
OT- Need help finding replacement sight parts for 1874 Ubert
I have been searching the internet for the last couple days trying to find a replacement part with no luch. On my barrel mounted rear sight, the detent that holds the spring in plunger in on the rear elevator grew legs and walked off. I have tried calling uberti but cannot get anyone to answer. I al...
- Mon Jan 10, 2011 2:44 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Fixin' Marlin 336 jam #1
- Replies: 11
- Views: 8158
Re: Fixin' Marlin 336 jam #1
What kills me is the fact that we have to do this at all. You would think Marlin would get a clue.
- Sat Jan 08, 2011 5:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT--The most expensive guns
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3822
Re: OT--The most expensive guns
I once saw one of the only civilian legal MK19's go for $600K
- Fri Jan 07, 2011 9:20 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Why does this happen? (Not a lever)
- Replies: 25
- Views: 4009
Re: Why does this happen? (Not a lever)
Like others have said, it probably is the barrel heat. You can run heavy barrels, fluted barrels or light weight barrels but once they warm up, things change. I work with quite a few M24's, M107's Barretts etc on a daily basis. We get flyer's on these even though they are made specifically for preci...
- Mon Jan 03, 2011 5:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: way off topic/rant at gun club during lunch
- Replies: 25
- Views: 2706
Re: way off topic/rant at gun club during lunch
My wife has asked me quite a few times why I hang out with the older gentlemen (Mr. Murbach, don't take offense :lol: ) as I am only 32yrs old. I tell her a like to learn from guys that have been around the block once or twice and usually know what the hell they are talking about. That, and I like t...
- Sun Jan 02, 2011 9:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT Saving my pennies for a 1911 - which one?
- Replies: 49
- Views: 6176
Re: OT Saving my pennies for a 1911 - which one?
I have (12) 1911's floating around. I have Colts, a Springfield and a few Kimbers. My Kimbers are the most accurate I have ever shot. I have a Kimber ultra carry (3in)that will out shoot both of my Gold Cups. No matter what you have read on the internet, their QC is fine. If you want to see crappy Q...
- Wed Dec 29, 2010 5:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT Removing stains from stainless steel
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2386
Re: OT Removing stains from stainless steel
I had the same issue with a Ruger single six. If you use a scotch brite paid, it will do wonders. Just go light
- Sun Dec 26, 2010 10:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Need info ref: gun sales across state lines
- Replies: 29
- Views: 2892
Re: Need info ref: gun sales across state lines
It is very legal for an FFL to accept from a non. I will not deal with one that won't. I would inform them that it is not illegal and you will no longer do buisness with them. I have delt with a few like that and they have interjected their own opinion into law. Some info from the BATFE: B7) May a n...
- Sat Dec 18, 2010 10:59 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Welcome home vets.
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1326
Re: OT - Welcome home vets.
Having been the son of a Vietnam Vet, I have heard the story's on those men were treated when seen in uniform and when coming home. It has always disgusted me to the point where I have serious hatred towards some. Unfortunitly, some of those same people are now teaching in colleges to the younger ge...
- Mon Nov 29, 2010 8:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Any opinions on Steelwater gun safes
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2860
Re: OT: Any opinions on Steelwater gun safes
Not everyone here has or wants $50k in firearms. Not everyone here can, nor should, spend $1500+ for a safe in this uncertain economy. Many here may have other priorities and needs for themselves and their families. Eliminating debt is one thing that comes to mind. Thanks anyway for your commentary...
- Mon Nov 29, 2010 7:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Any opinions on Steelwater gun safes
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2860
Re: OT: Any opinions on Steelwater gun safes
I've been to several manufacturers websites since this was posted. Most have Fireboard for protection. Most have Limited Electronic Lock Warranty. So show us where the deals are on better safes for equivilent money. I haven't found them tonight, and I'm in the market for a second. I had a friend wh...
- Sun Nov 28, 2010 7:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Any opinions on Steelwater gun safes
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2860
Re: OT: Any opinions on Steelwater gun safes
Made in China??
Fireboard for protection?
Limited mechanical warranty??
RUN AWAY. Unless you can get a screaming deal, there are better RSC's out there for the money.
Fireboard for protection?
Limited mechanical warranty??
RUN AWAY. Unless you can get a screaming deal, there are better RSC's out there for the money.
- Thu Nov 25, 2010 12:18 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Fuel Mileage Gadgets/Additives
- Replies: 35
- Views: 5319
Re: OT: Fuel Mileage Gadgets/Additives
There are a few things you can do to improve gas mileage depending on what you drive. I have a 2009 Chevy Silverado that I added a forced air intake and exhaust. This jumped me up around 4-6 miles more per gallon. The factory exhaust and intake are very restrictive and do not allow for even flow. Yo...
- Sun Nov 07, 2010 10:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: BUMMED OUT over what started out as a GREAT WEEKEND!
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2396
Re: BUMMED OUT over what started out as a GREAT WEEKEND!
I hate people who steal. I had a stand stolen along with two 50 lbs bags of corn. After some investigations, I started to walk the trail where they took off with my gear. Their ATV tracks helped, but my bag of corn had a hole in it. Every 5 to 10 feet there was corn on the trail. I followed it a goo...
- Wed Nov 03, 2010 7:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT- Need a prayer for my dad and some outfitter info
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1414
Re: OT- Need a prayer for my dad and some outfitter info
45colt, I appreciate the gesture very much and it really shows the type of men here. But I couldn't in good conscious take money from anyone for this. I kind of hit a point in life this week where I realize that I can go without a few possessions to make this happen for him. He would do the same for...
- Tue Nov 02, 2010 7:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT- Need a prayer for my dad and some outfitter info
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1414
OT- Need a prayer for my dad and some outfitter info
Well, Long story short, my dad's cancer is back. He fought and won a couple years ago when the doctors found cancer on one of his Kidneys. The surgery went great and he made a full recovery. Now it seems that its back and now on his prostate. Doctors are hoping that its still contained and has not s...
- Tue Nov 02, 2010 6:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT M1 Garand slame fire question
- Replies: 25
- Views: 2982
Re: OT M1 Garand slame fire question
When shooting older garands, they sometimes can be picky with ammo. I would only run Lake City or Greek surplus ammo through it. Most modern stuff is very hard on the op rod. If you are still having slamfires, your bolt assembly would be where I would start. If your firing pin hole is out of spec, i...
- Mon Nov 01, 2010 7:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Which is the stronger action? 1886 or 1895?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1897
- Sat Oct 30, 2010 9:27 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 9422 stainless?????????
- Replies: 2
- Views: 582
Re: 9422 stainless?????????
I do not believe that they ever did make a stainless version, however there were a special run or two of nickel plated ones.
- Mon Oct 25, 2010 9:08 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The Dakota Fire Hole
- Replies: 3
- Views: 535
Re: The Dakota Fire Hole
I learned how to make one when I was a kid. They work great for cooking when you are outside on the prairie. They burn really hot due to the fact that the darn wind never stops blowing out here
- Fri Oct 15, 2010 7:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Rossi M92, .22LR
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1609
Re: Rossi M92, .22LR
It would be the cats meow if they made one in 22mag
- Fri Oct 08, 2010 8:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Who's interested in a Leverguns Traditional Bison Hunt?
- Replies: 46
- Views: 6904
Re: Who's interested in a Leverguns Traditional Bison Hunt?
I would be interested. I have been looking for one in the South Dakota area for a bit now anyways.
- Sat Oct 02, 2010 1:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - stabbed in the gut three times...
- Replies: 35
- Views: 3408
Re: OT - stabbed in the gut three times...
I had to have an apendectomy a few years ago. Felt like I had the worst heartburn ever.
- Thu Sep 30, 2010 6:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT WY hunt help needed
- Replies: 5
- Views: 866
Re: OT WY hunt help needed
Congrats. They are a blast to hunt
- Thu Sep 30, 2010 6:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Where's Terry???
- Replies: 45
- Views: 4840
Re: OT: Where's Terry???
I'm probably one of the youngest guys here at almost 28. I have been raised to respect everyone until they show they don't deserve it, but moreover to respect my elders. Maybe that's why I'm accepting of Terry's responses. He reminds me of some of the older generation in my family. They had to work...
- Tue Sep 28, 2010 7:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Where's Terry???
- Replies: 45
- Views: 4840
Re: OT: Where's Terry???
We get together when we can as I live on the otherside of town. Unfortunitly, work has me putting in alot of hours and doesn't leave me with much free time. I just ran into him last weekend at a gun show here in Rapid. He is doing well and doing alot of shooting. I'll tell you one thing, he is a wea...
- Tue Sep 28, 2010 7:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT WY hunt help needed
- Replies: 5
- Views: 866
Re: OT WY hunt help needed
Hunt the weekdays as the yahoos usually only hunt on the weekends. Most of the locals here in South Dakota hunt goats from the road. If you are willing to walk in a mile or two, you will be glad you did.
- Mon Sep 20, 2010 7:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Only One
- Replies: 56
- Views: 9407
Re: Only One
Kimber 1911 or my Ruger Blackhawk 5.5 in 45LC
- Sun Sep 19, 2010 6:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bears a problem in Wyoming?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1390
Re: Bears a problem in Wyoming?
Just like wolf numbers out this way, there are more bears than what is stated to be. Both should be taken off the endangered list. There was just an article two weeks ago stating the wolf population numbers are very high, but for political reasons they were put back on the list. Now they want to spe...