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by Pete44ru
Sat Sep 14, 2019 12:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Respectfully Submitted
Replies: 18
Views: 2003

Re: Respectfully Submitted

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I agree...… :)


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by Pete44ru
Fri Sep 13, 2019 6:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ted Williams M100 Scout Rifle?
Replies: 16
Views: 3031

Re: Ted Williams M100 Scout Rifle?

. A "scout" or handgun scope can be mounted on a top-ejection Winchester Model 94 with the rear sight dovetail about 4" from the front of the receiver, using an XS Sights LeverScout rail & D/T the top of the receiver ring for the rear end of the rail. https://www.xssights.com/Prod...
by Pete44ru
Fri Sep 13, 2019 6:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Signature block?
Replies: 4
Views: 651

Re: Signature block?

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I do it via going to the user control panel in the drop down box at my name in the RH end of the page header, choose "profile", then select "edit signature" & remove and or replace it.


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by Pete44ru
Thu Sep 12, 2019 7:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Well that stinks!
Replies: 16
Views: 1804

Re: Well that stinks!

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Large companies write your name down in pencil, so they can erase it at will. - it looks like you're going to go back to dancing with what brung ya ! . :)

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by Pete44ru
Thu Sep 12, 2019 9:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin .410 with an interesting feature
Replies: 8
Views: 1692

Re: Marlin .410 with an interesting feature

. Nice snag ! In the pic of a normal Marlin, the button (?) is located in the same location of the square hole in the bottom metal where the downward-extending cartridge stop finger (underside of the lifter's fwd tip) stick through the metal to avoid having to use a thicker (top to bottom) receiver ...
by Pete44ru
Wed Sep 11, 2019 2:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Alzheimer's and euthanasia
Replies: 13
Views: 1586

Re: Alzheimer's and euthanasia

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I used the EASY button, and have a written/notarized "do not resuscitate" directive entered into all my medical records. 8)

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by Pete44ru
Tue Sep 10, 2019 6:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: amazing web thanks for approved
Replies: 1
Views: 504

Re: amazing web thanks for approved

I am trying to check web but i can't find search box ;/ Welcome to the forum ! If you click on the 3 lines next to the "quick links" that's located just above the LH end of the header at the top of this page, a drop-down box will appear, which inludes the search feature for this forum. Th...
by Pete44ru
Tue Sep 10, 2019 6:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: winchester 94 bolt peep
Replies: 16
Views: 3976

Re: winchester 94 bolt peep

At one time I had a Win 94 breech bolt with a factory mounted peep sight. The sight did not mount to the top with screws like most do but was held in by the same pin that holds the extractor in. There were some other machining done to the top of the bolt as well. That is a Winchester 98a bolt peep ...
by Pete44ru
Mon Sep 09, 2019 5:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: See ya fellers
Replies: 38
Views: 6285

Re: See ya fellers

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VAYA CON DIOS, Pitchy - I'm gonna miss yer posts... :(

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by Pete44ru
Sun Sep 08, 2019 5:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: winchester 94 bolt peep
Replies: 16
Views: 3976

Re: winchester 94 bolt peep

were all the 94AE drilled & tapped on top of the receiver (near the locking lug), or just the later ones ? And were any of the 94AEs drilled & tapped for a bolt peep ? None were ever factory-prepped for a bolt top peepsight. All Model 94AE's were, however, factory prepped topside for scope ...
by Pete44ru
Sun Sep 08, 2019 9:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OK, I just talked myself into a project.
Replies: 7
Views: 717

Re: OK, I just talked myself into a project.

. I can appreciate the desire to mess around & change the barrel - but since you also need to buy the basic rifle, why not just buy one in .32WS ? There are plenty of post-64 samples in .32WS for only a very few dollars than a .30-30 - like this one: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/822005290 Seve...
by Pete44ru
Sun Sep 08, 2019 9:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: hello guys i am checkvil
Replies: 10
Views: 900

Re: hello guys i am checkvil

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Howdy !

Pull up & take a seat - we hope you'll stay the course AND (of course) show us yer gunz…. :mrgreen:

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by Pete44ru
Sat Sep 07, 2019 9:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: winchester 94 bolt peep
Replies: 16
Views: 3976

Re: winchester 94 bolt peep

...(two holes to drill and tap unless you have an AE model and it's done factory). Actually all 94s were drilled & tapped for a receiver sight after abt. 1953. With all due respect, a receiver mounted peep sight is not a bolt peep, like the OP desires. The XS sight also mounts atop the bolt, vi...
by Pete44ru
Sat Sep 07, 2019 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Double Rifle
Replies: 19
Views: 2432

Re: Double Rifle

. On a visit to Las Vegas in 2002, I attended the big Safari gun show at the now missing Riviera Hotel, where I was privilged to meet CSC owner Tony Galazan in his booth, and handle a .22LR SxS just like that one (at Tony's invitation). It was sweet handling, but @ $22,000, way beyond my means at th...
by Pete44ru
Fri Sep 06, 2019 9:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: winchester 94 bolt peep
Replies: 16
Views: 3976

Re: winchester 94 bolt peep

. There's a couple of options for mounting a bolt peep sight on a Winchester 94. 1) The top of the rear section of the bolt can D/T'd on the bore c/L to accept a Skinner LoPro peepsight (which can be ordered directly with a 6-48 threaded stem). A new front sight blade that's about .10" taller t...
by Pete44ru
Fri Sep 06, 2019 4:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday KirkD.
Replies: 9
Views: 1058

Re: Happy Birthday KirkD.

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Many happy returns of the day to you, Kirk - may you live long & prosper.

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by Pete44ru
Fri Sep 06, 2019 3:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Samuel Colt's Place
Replies: 5
Views: 578

Re: Samuel Colt's Place

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I live just across Narragansett Bay from Bristol, and was roaming around while my dog was getting groomed in Bristol by a friend.

It's a large public waterfront park now, with plenty of parking/benches/etc - at no cost for entry.

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by Pete44ru
Fri Sep 06, 2019 2:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Samuel Colt's Place
Replies: 5
Views: 578

Samuel Colt's Place

. Today, a cool/comfortable day here, I visited at Sam Colt's place in Bristol (RI), and the nearby Bristol Harbor & surrounds. https://i.imgur.com/9dXPlE7l.jpg https://i.imgur.com/f05svR1l.jpg https://i.imgur.com/wfESmw4l.jpg https://i.imgur.com/KkfMT26l.jpg I thought it idyllic - after the hec...
by Pete44ru
Mon Sep 02, 2019 9:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: JEFF QUINN HEALTH UPDATE- August 21st, 2019
Replies: 15
Views: 1781

Re: JEFF QUINN HEALTH UPDATE- August 21st, 2019

. Jim, if you could please pass on our thanks to her for the update, we would be very grateful. It was wonderful to hear that Jeff's still atop the ground - where he hopefully will stay for quite a bit more. IMO, given what he's been doing all along, I don't think that anybody would be disappointed ...
by Pete44ru
Mon Sep 02, 2019 1:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Removing IAC 97's bead front sight?
Replies: 3
Views: 427

Re: Removing IAC 97's bead front sight?

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If the bead's screwed in (which it most likely is), be aware that it may be staked in place, in which case you would be better off by drilling it out to a clightly larger size & tapping the new hole for whatever front sight's needed/wanted.


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by Pete44ru
Mon Sep 02, 2019 12:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paco’s book on CD ROM
Replies: 5
Views: 1569

Re: Paco’s book on CD ROM

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Here ya go, Tom !

http://www.leverguns.com/store/paco_book.htm

Enjoy ! 8)

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by Pete44ru
Sun Sep 01, 2019 9:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Charter Arms question .....
Replies: 10
Views: 1201

Re: Charter Arms question .....

Sixgun wrote: Sun Sep 01, 2019 12:40 am I'll dig out my notes tomorrow...if I remember.---6
There's a lot of that going around, Six...…. :mrgreen:

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by Pete44ru
Sun Sep 01, 2019 9:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday GameKeeper.
Replies: 12
Views: 1400

Re: Happy Birthday GameKeeper.

piller wrote: Sun Sep 01, 2019 7:29 am Happy belated Birthday!

Ditto - It sounds like you had a great day ! :)

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by Pete44ru
Sun Sep 01, 2019 9:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gun Show Loophole Revealed!
Replies: 13
Views: 1017

Re: Gun Show Loophole Revealed!

Poor spelling is common in flea market sale bulletin classifieds..... It's not only spelling...…………………………….. These sentences actually appeared in church bulletins, or were announced at church services: The Fasting & Prayer Conference will include meals. -------------------------- Scouts are sav...
by Pete44ru
Sat Aug 31, 2019 5:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 7mm to 338 to 45/70
Replies: 13
Views: 658

Re: 7mm to 338 to 45/70

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What was very interesting to me, is the background on the prominent Alaskan bear guide, Ed Stevenson, and his settling on a Miroku/Winchester Model 1895 levergun, reamed to .375 Scovil.

https://www.riflemagazine.com/magazine/ ... &magid=104


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by Pete44ru
Sat Aug 31, 2019 5:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Charter Arms question .....
Replies: 10
Views: 1201

Re: Charter Arms question .....

. I wouldn't dout about it...…. :) The Charter has always been a far cry from the earlier/weaker DA revolvers - with a very strong frame and an unbreakable beryllium firing pin. I would, however, suggest speaking to CA if the MUCH stronger .327 Federal was being contemplated, due to it's much higher...
by Pete44ru
Sat Aug 31, 2019 5:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gun Show Loophole Revealed!
Replies: 13
Views: 1017

Re: Gun Show Loophole Revealed!

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Well...… at least he got the "Ruger 44" right...….. :roll:

:mrgreen:


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by Pete44ru
Wed Aug 28, 2019 1:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "How to Wash a Cat"
Replies: 13
Views: 1252

Re: "How to Wash a Cat"

Hey Pete, when Bond's book first came out, a colleague of mine and I really enjoyed it so we came up with about 30 more "USES". We sent them to him with our permission to include them in the sequel, "Another 101 Uses For A Dead Cat". We got a nice letter back thanking us but say...
by Pete44ru
Wed Aug 28, 2019 9:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "How to Wash a Cat"
Replies: 13
Views: 1252

Re: "How to Wash a Cat"

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by Pete44ru
Tue Aug 27, 2019 6:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I took the Model 94 Trapper Takedown to the range
Replies: 8
Views: 1450

Re: I took the Model 94 Trapper Takedown to the range

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My takedown case is a canvas folder like these - but mine has a buckled leather strap that keeps the loaded case folded while carrying.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/113861326380

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by Pete44ru
Tue Aug 27, 2019 9:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sixgun- Educate me, please
Replies: 10
Views: 1522

Re: Sixgun- Educate me, please

So, is it possible to get a 3 screw, super Blackhawk in 44 mag with a 4.5" or thereabouts barrel that was factory ? Nope...…………………………Although, professionally-shortened (aka: custom) Old Model SBH's appear F/S every now & then. Old Model SBH's were made with 7-1/2" barrels, except for ...
by Pete44ru
Tue Aug 27, 2019 9:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I took the Model 94 Trapper Takedown to the range
Replies: 8
Views: 1450

Re: I took the Model 94 Trapper Takedown to the range

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Good-looking AND utile, too - CONGRATS ! !


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by Pete44ru
Mon Aug 26, 2019 11:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sixgun- Educate me, please
Replies: 10
Views: 1522

Re: Sixgun- Educate me, please

I have had a strong desire for an original, unconverted, 3 screw Ruger Blackhawk. I get confused reading about it, but apparently there are 3 different Blackhawk frames. Can you elaborate?? Ruger Blackhawks were issued in different frame sizes at one time or another. https://i.imgur.com/f01YuU0l.jp...
by Pete44ru
Mon Aug 26, 2019 11:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Moose Hunting in Central BC
Replies: 9
Views: 1484

Re: Moose Hunting in Central BC

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Is going through a guide for a Moose tag the only way available to you, or can you just buy a Moose tag and go hunting on your own ?

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by Pete44ru
Fri Aug 23, 2019 10:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hallmark Cards You'll Never See For Sale
Replies: 3
Views: 512

Hallmark Cards You'll Never See For Sale

. (unashamedly stolen from elsewhere) Hallmark card poetry you won't see 1. So your daughter's a hooker, and it spoiled your day. Look at the bright side, it's really good pay. 2. My tire was thumping. I thought it was flat. When I looked at the tire .. I noticed your cat. Sorry! 3. You had your bla...
by Pete44ru
Fri Aug 23, 2019 10:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning experts needed
Replies: 6
Views: 1264

Re: Browning experts needed

I was under the impression that the Japanese Browning B92 was in only 357 or 44. Correctamundo……. :roll: The Miroku Browning B-92 was only made in .357 & .44 magnum; however, the newer Miroku 92's are made in .45 Colt, but are marked "Winchester". Another thing to ponder is that, whil...
by Pete44ru
Sat Aug 17, 2019 9:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Heads up! Upcoming upgrade part 1:
Replies: 18
Views: 1997

Re: Heads up! Upcoming upgrade part 1:

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BTT - Thanks for the heads up ! . :)

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by Pete44ru
Sat Aug 17, 2019 9:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Found me an old Ruger Blackhawk
Replies: 14
Views: 2116

Re: Found me an old Ruger Blackhawk

Ruger Blackhawk 3 screw .357 Mag Flattop 4 5/8 inch barrel Made the year I was born 1957 the only thing that's not original are the grips they had the black rubber grips on them in 57 I actually like the wooden grips better anyway. The walnut grip panels on your Flat Top appear to be original...…Ni...
by Pete44ru
Wed Aug 14, 2019 10:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 16-inch barrelled leverguns: How accurate?
Replies: 18
Views: 1752

Re: 16-inch barrelled leverguns: How accurate?

Pete, so you liked that Rossi 16-incher in .45 Colt, eh? Thinking it can do about the most useful work this side of the .454s. I found it more than adequate, Bill - moreso after I pulled the bolt-top safety and installed a rear bbl sight dovetail slot filler blank I made, and a Skinner LoPro in a p...
by Pete44ru
Wed Aug 14, 2019 2:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 16-inch barrelled leverguns: How accurate?
Replies: 18
Views: 1752

Re: 16-inch barrelled leverguns: How accurate?

. IDK...……. :roll: I don't much shoot my leverguns for groups (just zeroing shots) - I usually set up some 10" paper plates at random distances on my gun club's 100yd range. I then take fast shots at the plates, as if I suddenly happened on game. If da boolit hole is inside the plate, I'm GTG; ...
by Pete44ru
Mon Aug 12, 2019 6:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Selling on GunBroker - any advice...?
Replies: 7
Views: 1145

Re: Selling on GunBroker - any advice...?

. Over the years, I've sold a lot of firearms on GB, and have bought a few - during which I learned a few things. To register on GB, you must submit a credit card number, so you can be charged for the ad costs and the commission (if it sells). Then Clean & polish whatever, so it will look it's b...
by Pete44ru
Mon Aug 12, 2019 1:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday Rustolium & ndcowboy.
Replies: 4
Views: 520

Re: Happy Birthday Rustolium & ndcowboy.

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Wishing the both of you the very best that today has to offer - HAPPY BIRTHDAY !


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by Pete44ru
Sun Aug 11, 2019 4:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday oldgerboy & Pitchy.
Replies: 9
Views: 566

Re: Happy Birthday oldgerboy & Pitchy.

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Happy B-Day, fellas !

Many happy returns of the day to the both of you !

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by Pete44ru
Sun Aug 11, 2019 9:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scout style scope on Rossi 92
Replies: 16
Views: 8383

Re: Scout style scope on Rossi 92

. IME, a higher power and/or variable scope used in the scout position is a mistake...……………. :roll: I've found that the scout scope works best when it acts like a peepsight with magnification, for very fast sight acquisition - and the higher power scopes defeat that purpose. While dedicated "sc...
by Pete44ru
Sat Aug 10, 2019 5:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Painting a Galvanized Metal Roof?
Replies: 11
Views: 1478

Re: Painting a Galvanized Metal Roof?

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Here's what Sherman-Williams has to say about it:

https://homeguides.sfgate.com/paint-gal ... 97939.html

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by Pete44ru
Sat Aug 10, 2019 11:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Picked up a new woods walking rifle
Replies: 19
Views: 2304

Re: Picked up a new woods walking rifle

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Very nice ! ! . :)

The only thing that keeps it from being perfect (IMO - YMMV) is that it doesn't have a spoon bolt handle.... 8)

That's easily remedied, though...……. :mrgreen:


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by Pete44ru
Thu Aug 08, 2019 5:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tape in scope rings ?
Replies: 3
Views: 845

Re: Tape in scope rings ?

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Some ring manufacturer's do that to prevent scope slippage. . :)

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by Pete44ru
Thu Aug 08, 2019 5:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I won't make the obvious joke about this....
Replies: 9
Views: 1207

Re: I won't make the obvious joke about this....

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Maybe she thought the venom the bloated her face would improve her looks...…… ;)

That reminds me of the good ole' boys ( Here, hold my beer and watch THIS) . :mrgreen:

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by Pete44ru
Thu Aug 08, 2019 5:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: When I'm not on leverguns...
Replies: 10
Views: 1341

Re: When I'm not on leverguns...

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That would be correct... :oops:

Thanks for picking up on that for me (I fixed the link).

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by Pete44ru
Wed Aug 07, 2019 11:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need good book advice....
Replies: 5
Views: 1483

Re: Need good book advice....

. https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/91Vkte7TIwL.jpg https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/A1Z4mfh4raL.jpg https://www.pbagalleries.com/images/lot/2476/247636_0.jpg https://tntacticalsupply.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Air_Rifle_Hunting_Through_The_Seasons-260x300.jpg http...