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by Hairtrigger
Tue May 05, 2020 7:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Drive In Church Services...
Replies: 5
Views: 1045

Re: Drive In Church Services...

Good one! A couple weeks ago after attending our church service online I told my wife that churches would need to get creative, a large part of the service is the offering, without passing the offering plate churches cannot keep the lights on in their large gymnasiums and sanctuaries. Plus those tak...
by Hairtrigger
Sat Dec 07, 2019 9:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What Killed Cabela's....
Replies: 19
Views: 2476

Re: What Killed Cabela's....

I never have liked Bass Pro
No used guns
Never found any knowledgeable gun people in the firearms area
Minimal reloading supplies and ammo
by Hairtrigger
Sat Nov 16, 2019 6:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Turnbull ...........any others comparable?
Replies: 8
Views: 2039

Re: Turnbull ...........any others comparable?

My only experience with Turnbull has been VERY positive. His blueing is second to none. Then throw in the case coloring.....
by Hairtrigger
Fri Aug 23, 2019 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning experts needed
Replies: 6
Views: 1264

Re: Browning experts needed

I understand that Winchester and Browning are basically the same..... I have seen the Winchester 1892 in 45
by Hairtrigger
Fri Aug 23, 2019 5:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning experts needed
Replies: 6
Views: 1264

Browning experts needed

About a year ago I sold a LNIB Browning B92 in 44mag It was the model without the saddle ring. I never fired it much but it was an incredibly smooth action This week I was told by a friend that he spotted a used BROWNING 1892 in 45 Colt. I am not familiar with this. I was under the impression that t...
by Hairtrigger
Sun Jul 14, 2019 8:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: S&W 629-6 Deluxe 45 Colt Conversion
Replies: 16
Views: 2884

Re: S&W 629-6 Deluxe 45 Colt Conversion

That is nice!
Now I have to forget this post before I decide I need one
by Hairtrigger
Mon Jul 08, 2019 4:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt Display For The Next Gun Show
Replies: 17
Views: 2688

Re: Colt Display For The Next Gun Show

Very cool!
by Hairtrigger
Sat Jul 06, 2019 5:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Too much time on my hands
Replies: 13
Views: 1539

Re: Too much time on my hands

2ndovc wrote: Sat Jul 06, 2019 2:41 pm Nice pile of stuff! There's a big frame grey auto on the left side, love to know what it is. :D


jb 8)
Wichita single shot
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by Hairtrigger
Fri Jul 05, 2019 5:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Too much time on my hands
Replies: 13
Views: 1539

Re: Too much time on my hands

When I started my gun room I wanted the back wall to look like you are approaching a cabin as you are walking through the woods The 3-D camo hanging from the ceiling and the camouflage paneling on the walls are kind of a start but not really everything I was hoping for. I would love to find some Ast...
by Hairtrigger
Fri Jul 05, 2019 5:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Too much time on my hands
Replies: 13
Views: 1539

Too much time on my hands

1D7A9222-58A1-440C-8EEB-E32DB576D16A.jpeg Here is a project that I should have thought of years ago, a few days ago I was in a big box home-improvement store and saw some LED lightbulbs that look like a candle flame. I have no idea why I did not think of adapting these lanterns to 110 V earlier Abo...
by Hairtrigger
Sat Mar 24, 2018 7:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Savage 1899 .38-55 Takedown
Replies: 56
Views: 8756

Re: Savage 1899 .38-55 Takedown

Some that are paranoid will not reveal the serial number.
If you buy a gun in an alley from a guy that starts the conversation with “pssssssst...you wanna buy a gun?” You may not want anyone to see the serial number
by Hairtrigger
Fri Mar 02, 2018 5:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Google Blocks Guns
Replies: 17
Views: 2872

Re: Google Blocks Guns

Believe nothing that you hear and half of what you see

Oh
But it is on the internet. Must be true
by Hairtrigger
Sat Feb 24, 2018 8:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Went to Cabelas today
Replies: 24
Views: 3698

Re: Went to Cabelas today

I have been in over 30 different cabelas stores. I have a great job..... I hit the bargain cave and gun library then look for sale prices in the reloading section
Usually I leave without making a purchase
Once in a while I find a real bargain, my latest is a Turnbull 1911 OTD $1300
by Hairtrigger
Wed Jan 24, 2018 9:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wood Splitter update....
Replies: 43
Views: 5991

Re: Wood Splitter update....

Buy a new log splitter
Or this thread will go on forever
by Hairtrigger
Mon Jan 22, 2018 10:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More info for the 10mm is a good round argument.
Replies: 15
Views: 2385

Re: More info for the 10mm is a good round argument.

MP-5 in 10mm.... Now THERE's an interesting gun.....! MechTech does make an 'upper' in 10mm you can use on a Glock (and maybe on the 1911 platforms)..... http://mechtechsys.com I have Mechtech carbine conversions for both my G20 and Delta Elites Very reliable and surprisingly accurate If you buy on...
by Hairtrigger
Sun Jan 21, 2018 8:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More info for the 10mm is a good round argument.
Replies: 15
Views: 2385

Re: More info for the 10mm is a good round argument.

If nothing else, you get to see a guy shoot his chronograph
by Hairtrigger
Sat Jan 20, 2018 9:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mustang and more car show MORE PICS
Replies: 22
Views: 3552

Re: Mustang and more car show

Love to see the classic cars. Thanks for posting
by Hairtrigger
Wed Jan 17, 2018 6:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: model 94 big.bore 444 with wood stock.and cross bolt safety and full magazine
Replies: 16
Views: 4548

Re: model 94 big.bore 444 with wood stock.and cross bolt safety and full magazine

Do you disassemble first or just dump it on and hope for the best?


furrow wrote: Tue Jan 16, 2018 8:00 pm A healthy dose of Locktite has kept the safety in the off position quite well on mine.
by Hairtrigger
Wed Jan 10, 2018 9:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger no I in 22lr. Update
Replies: 16
Views: 3766

Re: Ruger no I in 22lr. Update

I wanted one real bad, bought an action, then bought stock and forearm. Before I went any further I stumbled across a high grade Winchester 1885 in 22lr. Much sleeker and an accurate rifle. I kept the Ruger parts to assemble a 221 Fireball
by Hairtrigger
Mon Dec 18, 2017 8:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wood Splitter update....
Replies: 43
Views: 5991

Re: Wood Splitter update....

If you rebuild it yourself it will be an easy and inexpensive repair
Unless the cylinder is junk
by Hairtrigger
Sun Nov 05, 2017 5:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wood Splitter update....
Replies: 43
Views: 5991

Re: Hydraulic wood splitter troubleshooting...

The problem with calling the MFG is most are made across seas... I work for an equipment MFG as a Dealer Support rep. (Tech guy). It is very annoying to get a call from a technician headed to the job site who has not even look at the machine yet and has no electrical or hydraulic documentation with ...
by Hairtrigger
Wed Oct 25, 2017 10:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wood Splitter update....
Replies: 43
Views: 5991

Re: Hydraulic wood splitter troubleshooting...

A properly functioning hydraulic pump provides both pressure and volume. If the walls of the pump are scored you will get volume but not the pressure. I have also seen a bad Cupler between the motor and pump behave like this
by Hairtrigger
Sat Jul 15, 2017 6:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: show me your gun porn!
Replies: 24
Views: 4697

Re: show me your gun porn!

by Hairtrigger
Tue Jul 11, 2017 4:56 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rem 14 in 25 Rem
Replies: 18
Views: 4259

Re: Rem 14 in 25 Rem

yooper2 wrote: Sat Jul 08, 2017 10:49 pm I'd pay a premium for a 14 in 25 Remington with a good barrel. Nice handling rifles in a very useful bopping around cartridge. Of course I'm biased being severely smitten with the 25-35.



Eric
My Model 8 is marked 25-35rem
by Hairtrigger
Sat Jul 08, 2017 9:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rem 14 in 25 Rem
Replies: 18
Views: 4259

Re: Rem 14 in 25 Rem

If you buy it and need brass let me know. I have new 30rem brass
by Hairtrigger
Sat Jul 01, 2017 9:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: bore scope
Replies: 9
Views: 1404

Re: bore scope

I bought one that plugs into a USB port on my computer

I purchased it a year ago for $13 postage included . it works pretty good especially if you consider I paid $13
by Hairtrigger
Fri Jun 30, 2017 5:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: MEC
Replies: 9
Views: 1118

Re: MEC

Another vote for PW. Ponsness Warren has set the standard, you can spend more if you want
Way less complicated than dillon.
by Hairtrigger
Mon Jun 26, 2017 6:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New to me a Model 71
Replies: 11
Views: 2670

Re: New to me a Model 71

AJMD429 wrote: Sun Jun 25, 2017 8:49 pm Has the top of the left locking bolt got some pitting...?

Probably not an issue as long as it is just on the very top, but I'd check it thoroughly.
This rifle has not been cleaned or used in a very long time. Definitely needs a good cleaning and inspection
by Hairtrigger
Sun Jun 25, 2017 8:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New to me a Model 71
Replies: 11
Views: 2670

Re: New to me a Model 71

Thanks for the responses
by Hairtrigger
Sun Jun 25, 2017 6:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New to me a Model 71
Replies: 11
Views: 2670

New to me a Model 71

I just picked up a new to me toy. Normal for me it is not perfect.... missing swivels and the insert for the peep sight and rear sight is removed Could someone here point me in the direction for the insert and swivels? http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c176/Travelinman/Long%20guns/eb68639274bd120e0c...
by Hairtrigger
Mon Jun 12, 2017 5:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rem lever action .22 rimfire rifles
Replies: 5
Views: 1252

Re: Rem lever action .22 rimfire rifles

The only lever action Remington ever made....until Remlins
Being a fan of odd rimfires I had to have one
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by Hairtrigger
Sat May 20, 2017 5:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hey, Ruger guys, price check please
Replies: 13
Views: 2613

Re: Hey, Ruger guys, price check please

I think you can get $750
I would ask $800 plus shipping
by Hairtrigger
Sun Feb 05, 2017 6:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Most Accurate 30-30...?
Replies: 49
Views: 6529

Re: Most Accurate 30-30...?

I know you said lever
But
Remington made the 788 in 30-30
I used to work with a guy that had one and watched him change my mind of how a 30-30 Could shoot
by Hairtrigger
Wed Feb 01, 2017 10:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More on the MechTech 'pistol carbine'
Replies: 8
Views: 1632

Re: More on the MechTech 'pistol carbine'

I have 2 of these in 10mm
One for my Glock 20
The other for my Delta Elite
They are fun and surprisingly accurate
I recommend you reload ammo before buying one of these
by Hairtrigger
Mon Jan 09, 2017 9:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: a 45Colt Pump rifle
Replies: 14
Views: 2441

Re: a 45Colt Pump rifle

I always enjoy a challenge and would have done my best to get that gun functioning I already have more firearms "challenges" than I need. I should have included in my first post that I didn't care for the balance, the way it came to the shoulder or pointed. It wasn't love at first sight a...
by Hairtrigger
Mon Jan 09, 2017 6:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: a 45Colt Pump rifle
Replies: 14
Views: 2441

Re: a 45Colt Pump rifle

A friend handed me one in .45 Colt a few years back and I believe he was hoping I would make an offer after I tried it. Fifty rounds of my cowboy loads later and I was not impressed by the accuracy. It was new and I had lots of jams, many stovepipe, and it didn't matter how fast or slow I worked th...
by Hairtrigger
Sat Jan 07, 2017 8:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: a 45Colt Pump rifle
Replies: 14
Views: 2441

Re: a 45Colt Pump rifle

I bought a new one from CDNN a few years back for $450
It is a fun toy. The accuracy is a bit better than what I expected
I would buy another
by Hairtrigger
Thu Nov 17, 2016 9:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: lets see your loading shop
Replies: 32
Views: 4645

Re: lets see your loading shop

Shotshell bench
The shells drop directly from the reloader into a 5 gallon bucket below the back
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by Hairtrigger
Thu Nov 17, 2016 9:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: lets see your loading shop
Replies: 2
Views: 513

Re: lets see your loading shop

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Rifle reloading bench
by Hairtrigger
Sat Sep 17, 2016 6:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tapatalk
Replies: 17
Views: 1621

Re: Tapatalk

I also tried it
Hated it
Deleted it
Hate the ads for it at the top of some forums

Please do not
by Hairtrigger
Tue Sep 06, 2016 8:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B92. Gone
Replies: 5
Views: 1498

Re: B92. Gone

Maybe not.....
I received a text that the recoil is too severe for him on the Browning
Bad rotator cuff in his shoulder
I do not want to return the pump 223 but will gladly take my B92 back
by Hairtrigger
Thu Sep 01, 2016 4:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B92. Gone
Replies: 5
Views: 1498

Re: B92. Gone

Btw the B92 was a 44mag, not the incredibly hard to find 357 The 760 is from the early 1960's , Remington chambered them in 223 for five years I do own a Rem 7615 in 223, it is heavier than it looks and has no problem getting groups just under 1" at 100 yards I kinda forgot the 7615 http://i27....
by Hairtrigger
Wed Aug 31, 2016 9:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B92. Gone
Replies: 5
Views: 1498

B92. Gone

For over 20 years I have had a Browning model 92 lnib and have fired less than two boxes of shells through it tonight I traded it off.

The good news is I now have a very very hard to find Remington 760 pump in 223
by Hairtrigger
Fri Aug 12, 2016 4:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Montana Rifle Company bolt rifles
Replies: 6
Views: 1673

Re: Montana Rifle Company bolt rifles

I purchased a used one in 300wsm
I have not shot it much but it does show very good accuracy potential
Only drawback I see is it is a bit heavy
by Hairtrigger
Mon Jun 27, 2016 11:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Picked up a nice 444 Marlin
Replies: 22
Views: 2572

Re: Picked up a nice 444 Marlin

LIKE!
Plus a fine job By the photographer
by Hairtrigger
Tue Jun 21, 2016 4:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How to catch the brass.
Replies: 19
Views: 2489

Re: How to catch the brass.

I bought a mesh laundry bag and made a metal frame to hold it open. A vise grip holds it next to my bench for easy install and removal
No kidding
by Hairtrigger
Sat Jun 11, 2016 12:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New 45/70 question
Replies: 14
Views: 2833

Re: New 45/70 question

I have several boxes of old Rem factory 405gr
I think if I look and dig I have some 500gr for handloading
I was a bit concerned about the fact I traded a Ruger for it and I have handloaded ammo for it
by Hairtrigger
Sat Jun 11, 2016 11:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New 45/70 question
Replies: 14
Views: 2833

New 45/70 question

I just happened onto a Win 1885 Highwall in 45/70. My first impression is I like the feel better than a Ruger NO.1
My question is when reloading, is the action as strong?
I seriously doubt I would ever push the 45/70 hard as I would rather go with another caliber than shoot max loads
Just wondering
by Hairtrigger
Fri May 06, 2016 8:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .
Replies: 22
Views: 3430

Re: Need Hornady load data

Great thing about Hornady.... They will help you if you call them
Their website or Alliants website have good info also
by Hairtrigger
Mon Apr 11, 2016 5:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Found a beautiful Savage 1899 take down 250-3000
Replies: 25
Views: 2589

Re: Found a beautiful Savage 1899 take down 250-3000

Besides the obvious nice rifle. No. Very nice rifle, I would like to compliment you on your photography skills
Great job