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by Chris83716
Mon May 08, 2017 11:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone in Idaho FYI
Replies: 2
Views: 832

Re: Anyone in Idaho FYI

Where at in Idaho? I'm in Boise. Shoot me a PM if he is anywhere close.

Chris
by Chris83716
Fri Mar 17, 2017 1:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cast bullet lube
Replies: 26
Views: 5131

Re: Cast bullet lube

A second vote for BAC or plain old Alox with some Jhonson's floor wax mixed in to make it less tacky.

Chris
by Chris83716
Mon Jan 30, 2017 6:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Fruit, Vegetables - So. Idaho??
Replies: 38
Views: 2988

Re: Fruit, Vegetables - So. Idaho??

As was pointed out we have electricity and indoor plumbing in most homes. :) Not many vegetables grown in southern Idaho this time of year, it's just a little to cold. But no problem as we have grocery stores and even a "Whole pay check" (Whole Foods) in Boise. As Long as you are relativel...
by Chris83716
Fri Feb 05, 2016 6:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Revisiting Various Loading Presses
Replies: 36
Views: 4372

Re: Revisiting Various Loading Presses

I came to the same solution as Griff. Two Dillion 550's, one set for small primers and one set for large primers. Swap out the shell plates and change tool head. About five minutes to get every thing changed and then load. I don't think I will ever wear one out and you can make a pile of ammo pretty...
by Chris83716
Tue Jan 26, 2016 1:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wonder where he came from?
Replies: 79
Views: 9339

Re: Wonder where he came from?

Having been owned by several Dachshunds myself I can under stand you being hesitant. :0 But that looks like a pretty nice boy that found your door step. Looks properly embarrassed in the tub and proud to be clean and dry. Should make a fine dog from the looks of him. You may need a bigger dog door t...
by Chris83716
Mon Jan 11, 2016 1:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wolf online subscriptions?
Replies: 15
Views: 2896

Re: Wolf online subscriptions?

I have the online version and it works okay. You can download the prior issue of the magazine but nothing in the archives.

Chris
by Chris83716
Thu Jan 07, 2016 5:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Perch are hitting
Replies: 16
Views: 4336

Re: Perch are hitting

Old man at work showed me how to use an electric knife (like you use for carving turkey) to clean perch. One guy cuts the fillets off and the other guy cuts the skin off the fillet and trims the rib bones. Two guys can do a 3/4 full 5 gallon bucket in half hour to 45 minuets. Quick, easy and relativ...
by Chris83716
Mon Nov 02, 2015 1:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Low cost lubrisizer heater
Replies: 10
Views: 1818

Re: Low cost lubrisizer heater

Simply mount a piece of metal (aluminum is best) between your bench and the sizer. go to the local second hand store and pick up an old clothes iron and place it on the metal plate behind your sizer. You now have a thermostatically controlled heater for your lubrisizer for a couple dollars. That's ...
by Chris83716
Mon Jul 06, 2015 12:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bulk 308 & 223 Brass?
Replies: 7
Views: 1196

Re: Bulk 308 & 223 Brass?

Bronco wrote:Don't mean to cut anyone out of brass :D

Dillon has a great primer pocket swagger that makes prep real, real easy. Just a thought!

John
A second on the Dillion primer pocket swagger. It is worth its weight in gold if you have a bunch of Military brass to deal with.

Chris
by Chris83716
Sun May 24, 2015 10:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 22 LR vs. 25 ACP in a Beretta Tip-up (model 21)...?
Replies: 35
Views: 4081

Re: 22 LR vs. 25 ACP in a Beretta Tip-up (model 21)...?

Have you checked out one of the Keltec's in 32? I had one of the Tomcats in 32 and switched to the Keltec. Much thinner and flater so easier to conceal, rated for P+ ammo, no safety/hammer to futz with.
Keltec is relatively inexpensive also.

Mine has been a good little gun.

Chris
by Chris83716
Wed May 06, 2015 9:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Reminiscences of the Old Man
Replies: 16
Views: 2184

Re: Reminiscences of the Old Man

Google confit. You will get more info about this storage method then you ever wanted to know.

Chris
by Chris83716
Tue Mar 24, 2015 11:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Better Spotting Scope- Long Story, Happy Ending
Replies: 7
Views: 1093

Re: A Better Spotting Scope- Long Story, Happy Ending

Kowa's are great for the money. It's what most of the High Power shooters use at my club.

Chris
by Chris83716
Wed Feb 25, 2015 9:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cop complaint update - I didn't complain; maybe should have
Replies: 52
Views: 6014

Re: 'Cop' question - should I register a complaint...?

I would raise hell. Then raise hell again. No reason for that kind of B.S. they are public servants and need to keep that in mind.

Chris
by Chris83716
Tue Jan 27, 2015 11:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Little Prayer For Mom....
Replies: 39
Views: 2734

Re: A Little Prayer For Mom....

A prayer for your mom and you.

Chris
by Chris83716
Sat Jan 24, 2015 10:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The House Is WAY Too Quiet......
Replies: 30
Views: 3100

Re: The House Is WAY Too Quiet......

Glad to hear you have a new buddy.

Chris
by Chris83716
Sun Jan 18, 2015 2:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thor Has Passed
Replies: 57
Views: 6710

Re: Thor Has Passed

Sorry.

Chris
by Chris83716
Sat Jan 10, 2015 11:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your Favorite Quotes Thread.
Replies: 87
Views: 8816

Re: Your Favorite Quotes Thread.

"Stop your whining, that's why it's called work not fun."

My Dad was not much for hugs. It was really irritating at the time but has been proven true over and over again.

Chris
by Chris83716
Mon Dec 22, 2014 12:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just in case you didn't have enough to do
Replies: 7
Views: 930

Re: Just in case you didn't have enough to do

I could almost buy a lifetime supply for what they are asking... before I figure in my time.

Besides as you have pointed out in the past; a straight wall case with a lead bullet or black powder will win in the end.

Chris
by Chris83716
Mon Dec 22, 2014 12:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Real men don't cry
Replies: 11
Views: 1425

Re: Real men don't cry

Sad to think about how many lives were needlessly lost. Very interesting article in Saturday's wall street journal about the Christmas truce. I believe it would have been over if left to the common man.

.... dulce et decorum est pro patria mori..... :cry:

Chris
by Chris83716
Sun Dec 21, 2014 6:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just in case you didn't have enough to do
Replies: 7
Views: 930

Re: Just in case you didn't have enough to do

Used pencils, pens, and even a few crayons and can not make the math work on that.

Chris
by Chris83716
Tue Oct 07, 2014 9:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pharma Guys/AJMD
Replies: 28
Views: 1985

Re: Pharma Guys/AJMD

Not a doctor and I did not stay in a Holiday Express last night so this advise may be worth what you paid for it. :) Back in April my grandfather age 90 went from reasonably heathy for a 90 year old to dead in a week and a half. Only real thing that changed was a case of the shingles. Last week or h...
by Chris83716
Tue Sep 09, 2014 10:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Piston or non-piston AR platform
Replies: 42
Views: 3204

Re: Piston or non-piston AR platform

Piston is a solution in search of a problem. Lube and good quality ammo/ magazine are the solution to 99% of the "problems" with AR's.

Chris
by Chris83716
Fri Sep 05, 2014 5:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: rjjohns post on mob violence drew a lot of responses
Replies: 51
Views: 3447

Re: rjjohns post on mob violence drew a lot of responses

So... for all of you prepared for the apocalypse, what do you recommend for us poor shmucks that live in one of the occupied liberal States that will gladly send you to jail for defending yourself, with anything... and don't say move, that's a smartazz copout. I would recommend you move. :) Life is...
by Chris83716
Mon Jul 28, 2014 2:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What gun are they talking about?
Replies: 12
Views: 2559

Re: What gun are they talking about?

Gents, Maybe this sort of gun would fit the criteria: Pachmayr Dominator with Essex frame 308 cal. http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=430139879 http://pics.gunbroker.com/GB/430139000/430139879/pix227632583.jpg http://pics.gunbroker.com/GB/430139000/430139879/pix872976539.jpg http:/...
by Chris83716
Mon Jul 28, 2014 2:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What gun are they talking about?
Replies: 12
Views: 2559

Re: What gun are they talking about?

Gents, Maybe this sort of gun would fit the criteria: Pachmayr Dominator with Essex frame 308 cal. http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=430139879 http://pics.gunbroker.com/GB/430139000/430139879/pix227632583.jpg http://pics.gunbroker.com/GB/430139000/430139879/pix872976539.jpg http:/...
by Chris83716
Sun Jul 27, 2014 6:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For those who remember him...
Replies: 25
Views: 3427

Re: For those who remember him...

Bummer, I always thought he would be a fun guy to hang out with in a hunting camp around a camp fire. Could never figure out his political leanings but to each his own. Always enjoyed his "make do" articles and thought process.

Chris
by Chris83716
Sun Jul 13, 2014 12:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Choose one rifle for me to carry on extended backpack trip
Replies: 110
Views: 14406

Re: Choose one rifle for me to carry on extended backpack tr

My personal choice would be a savage mdl 24 in 22LR over 20 gauge. Second choice would be my Rossi 357. 20 guage slug would work on any hog or bear. 22LR on small food. As Blaine pointed out though, you will most likely eat better with some fish hooks and line.

Chris
by Chris83716
Tue Jun 03, 2014 4:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This Time I'm Disappointed In The NRA
Replies: 105
Views: 12586

Re: This Time I'm Disappointed In The NRA

On the other hand, I recognize the fact that any lawful citizen of this nation has the right to openly carry a weapon. We are on dangerous ground when we start to oppose that truth. I think we should remind people to be respectful and consider consequences of any action, to be wise and strategic in...
by Chris83716
Tue Jun 03, 2014 2:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This Time I'm Disappointed In The NRA
Replies: 105
Views: 12586

Re: This Time I'm Disappointed In The NRA

The Constitution is not an excuse for being a jack-ass. +100 Why don't people understand this? Please define "being a Jack-Ass". Is it expressing one's opinion on a political subject? Is it getting married to the one you love? Is it allowing women and minorities to vote? Is it voting for ...
by Chris83716
Tue Jun 03, 2014 1:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This Time I'm Disappointed In The NRA
Replies: 105
Views: 12586

Re: This Time I'm Disappointed In The NRA

Okay, I’ll grant if I was in a coffee shop and those two walked in they would get more than a cursory glance. But I don’t see anything to wet your pants over. Both rifles are slung. AK pattern rifle has a YELLOW chamber indicator in the OPEN action. (I would be willing to bet the AR does also) It wo...
by Chris83716
Tue Jun 03, 2014 11:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This Time I'm Disappointed In The NRA
Replies: 105
Views: 12586

Re: This Time I'm Disappointed In The NRA

Hard to keep the money machine going if you actually draw a line in the sand and say "NO MORE". Call me what you will, but I think our money is more important to the leadership at the NRA than our uninfringed rights.

Chris
by Chris83716
Tue Jun 03, 2014 11:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Karma drawing, 1911 holster
Replies: 38
Views: 4388

Re: Karma drawing, 1911 holster

Please drop my name in the hat.

Thanks

Chris
by Chris83716
Sun May 18, 2014 10:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For Gun Cleaning: "A Better Q-Tip"
Replies: 14
Views: 1385

Re: For Gun Cleaning: "A Better Q-Tip"

I saw these at Ob/Gyn doctors office when the wife was pregnant with the first kid. My arm still hurts from getting smacked when I blurted out "can I have a few of those? They would be great for cleaning guns". Needless to say I was excused from all future visits.

Chris
by Chris83716
Fri May 16, 2014 2:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Loading Session
Replies: 15
Views: 1275

Re: Loading Session

Even with the smiley, the thought of Giff listening to a Nirvana while reloading locked up my brain for a minute....

Chris
by Chris83716
Fri May 16, 2014 2:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Was given a gun the other day
Replies: 21
Views: 2676

Re: Was given a gun the other day

Does that old timer have a sister? Very cool old .22 you got.

Chris
by Chris83716
Fri May 16, 2014 2:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thoughts on Generations gone by, and technology.
Replies: 56
Views: 5305

Re: Thoughts on Generations gone by, and technology.

Pine for the "old times" if you want, but not me. Several weeks of reading with a critical eye and the BS meter turned up will get you about 20 years worth of education about cast bullets. How many of us would be writing long lettters to each other about shooting, casting, hunting or what...
by Chris83716
Thu May 15, 2014 10:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thoughts on Generations gone by, and technology.
Replies: 56
Views: 5305

Re: Thoughts on Generations gone by, and technology.

Pine for the "old times" if you want, but not me. Several weeks of reading with a critical eye and the BS meter turned up will get you about 20 years worth of education about cast bullets. How many of us would be writing long lettters to each other about shooting, casting, hunting or what ...
by Chris83716
Mon May 12, 2014 10:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?
Replies: 54
Views: 5134

Re: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?

For some reason the though of six and a ditch witch makes me think of an alligator filled moat. :)

Chris
by Chris83716
Mon May 12, 2014 9:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?
Replies: 54
Views: 5134

Re: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?

Listened to my Grandfather and the "this is the last I'll ever have to buy" speech for the last 30 odd years. We lost Grandpa about 3 weeks ago a week shy of his 90th birthday. As a few of you have pointed out most of the "lasts" were due to declining health and age rather than t...
by Chris83716
Mon May 05, 2014 11:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Be careful who you "thank for their service..."
Replies: 27
Views: 2612

Re: Be careful who you "thank for their service..."

Prior war but the same out come for the conscripted "pawn". Most of the war vets I have met would be more than happy to have skipped the experience. Chris DULCE ET DECORUM EST(1) Bent double, like old beggars under sacks, Knock-kneed, coughing like hags, we cursed through sludge, Till on t...
by Chris83716
Thu Feb 27, 2014 11:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Do you own an SKS?
Replies: 45
Views: 4869

Re: Do you own an SKS?

I had two of the of them; one stock and the other with the detatchable magazine. They were okay. The short signt radius and crappy sights coupled with the cost of ammo is what made me sell them. When you could go buy ammo at less than 10 cents a round they were fun toys. Now with ammo as much or mor...
by Chris83716
Mon Feb 24, 2014 12:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let it be
Replies: 38
Views: 5493

Re: Let it be

Just spit coffee at the thought of Joe listening to "gansta rap". Now that is funny on a Monday morning.

Chris
by Chris83716
Tue Jan 28, 2014 2:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Idaho Wolves
Replies: 54
Views: 5322

Re: Idaho Wolves

A little more fuel for the fire. http://www.ktvb.com/news/Hiker-fights-mountain-lion-who-attacked-dog-242412021.html http://www.ktvb.com/news/Idaho-familys-pet-dog-killed-in-animal-trap-242418711.html http://www.ktvb.com/news/Fish-and-Game-pulls-professional-wolf-hunter-from-wilderness-242309431.htm...
by Chris83716
Mon Jan 27, 2014 2:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Losing IQ points by the minute...
Replies: 76
Views: 5497

Re: Losing IQ points by the minute...

With out a doubt, this is the most humorus thread so far for "cabin fever" season.

Chris
by Chris83716
Sun Jan 26, 2014 11:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Idaho Wolves
Replies: 54
Views: 5322

Re: Idaho Wolves

Since the wolf huggers are almost all urban people, why don't they release them there. Then they can get together with their wolves and commune with nature. If some of the wolf huggers get eaten along the way, you can say that is the way nature works. Also there would be an endless supply of food f...
by Chris83716
Fri Jan 24, 2014 11:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Idaho Wolves
Replies: 54
Views: 5322

Re: Idaho Wolves

Three S is the standard practice.

Chris
by Chris83716
Mon Jan 13, 2014 11:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Morale Booster Of The Day (or year)
Replies: 20
Views: 1401

Re: The Morale Booster Of The Day (or year)

I just puked in my mouth a little at the thought of that.

Chris
by Chris83716
Sun Jan 12, 2014 7:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sixgun
Replies: 40
Views: 3152

Re: Sixgun

Much as I enjoy cheap entertainment, this is not really the place.

Let's all hope for an early spring since cabin fever seems to has started early this year.

Chris
by Chris83716
Fri Dec 13, 2013 6:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Put a "PORT" in your Bullet Puller!
Replies: 16
Views: 1891

Re: Put a "PORT" in your Bullet Puller!

Okay, I have broken 3 of those in less than 5 years. What am I doing wrong? I'm not trying to drive the bullet to china and I am hitting them on a scrap of 2x4. How are you guys making them last?

Chris
by Chris83716
Thu Nov 21, 2013 12:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you have a 'partial nail avulsion'...
Replies: 16
Views: 1280

Re: If you have a 'partial nail avulsion'...

I did it myself like O.I. and it hurt less than the thing being ingrown. Hopefully it grows back "right".

Chris