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by Shasta
Sun Sep 19, 2010 7:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: USRAC Winchester 38-55
Replies: 3
Views: 1055

Re: USRAC Winchester 38-55

I slugged the bore on mine and got .3785

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by Shasta
Tue Aug 31, 2010 9:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 2011 Gun Calendar Question
Replies: 19
Views: 2157

Re: 2011 Gun Calendar Question

You could just title it "Old Time Guns". Short and no confusion about people.


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by Shasta
Tue Aug 31, 2010 1:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My gun show 1893
Replies: 22
Views: 2680

Re: My gun show 1893

I'm not usually a Marlin guy but one like that would be a keeper! :mrgreen:

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by Shasta
Mon Aug 30, 2010 4:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 32-20 brass Rem or Win?
Replies: 8
Views: 1161

Re: 32-20 brass Rem or Win?

I use both Remington and Winchester .32-20 brass. The Winchester seems to be a bit less prone to case mouth splits after several reloadings, but either brand can be reloaded quite a few times before a case gives out. I do make a point to keep the brass seperated by brand, but have not noticed any di...
by Shasta
Mon Aug 30, 2010 4:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Oregon Arms Collectors Show Photos
Replies: 13
Views: 1369

Re: Oregon Arms Collectors Show Photos

Thanks for posting. That looks like a real quality gun show. It's great to see those historical displays of high quality firearms. Beats the heck out of the flea sale type shows so often seen these days...


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by Shasta
Mon Aug 30, 2010 4:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Waaaaaayyyy OT - Any experience pressure washing?
Replies: 13
Views: 1570

Re: Waaaaaayyyy OT - Any experience pressure washing?

I don't have any experience to offer you in regards to a pressure washing business, but there is something you may want to keep in mind. I wouldn't be surprised if the environmentalists try to ban pressure washers. I can just hear them now squealing about all those "bad" chemicals and cont...
by Shasta
Mon Aug 30, 2010 3:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How to get rid of a new bug?
Replies: 21
Views: 2125

Re: How to get rid of a new bug?

If I ever got a .50 caliber it would be an 1876 Winchester .50-95 reproduction rifle from Cimarron. Maybe won't shoot as far as a .50 BMG, but certainly more my style! :D

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by Shasta
Thu Aug 19, 2010 9:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Favorite cast HUNTING bullet for 38/55?
Replies: 11
Views: 1928

Re: Favorite cast HUNTING bullet for 38/55?

I used a Winchester Model 94 Chief Crazy Horse Commemorative .38-55 rifle with the RCBS 37-250-FN gas check design cast from wheelweights, sized .379 and seated over a charge of 47 gr. FFFg black powder to bag a buck back in '86 at about a hundred yards. Dropped where he stood. The bullet struck the...
by Shasta
Sat Jul 31, 2010 2:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: peep sight troubles
Replies: 9
Views: 1185

Re: peep sight troubles

The "spiderweb" is caused by a too-small aperture size. I use the Merit adjustable aperture, dialing it down until I see spiderwebs, then open it one more click. the spiderwebs disappear. If your sight does not have a replaceable screw-in aperture, there's not much you can do short of repl...
by Shasta
Wed Jul 28, 2010 7:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: lets see them scatter guns
Replies: 58
Views: 7113

Re: OT: lets see them scatter guns

Here's one of my favorites-

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An Ithaca damascus hammer double in 10 gauge, made in 1909 and still in near mint condition. I shoot it with 2 7/8" black powder loads. Kills pheasant waaaaay out there! :D

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by Shasta
Tue Jul 27, 2010 9:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-What type of grips are these?
Replies: 19
Views: 2651

Re: OT-What type of grips are these?

I believe they are referred to as "Pearlite" grips.

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by Shasta
Wed Jul 21, 2010 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Gripe/Rant!!
Replies: 10
Views: 951

Re: OT Gripe/Rant!!

If it's available on the show I'm watching, I often turn on the captions intended for the hearing impaired. You can get the text of the show without any of the background music. Only problem is I sometimes find myself concentrating on reading the text and miss some of the picture! :lol:


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by Shasta
Fri Jul 16, 2010 9:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Only a Little OT- Recycling Scrap Brass
Replies: 7
Views: 871

Re: Only a Little OT- Recycling Scrap Brass

AJMD429 wrote:Did they just consider the spent primers as "brass", or what...?
Yep, just scrap brass. He ran a magnet through them as well as the casings to make sure no steel was in them.

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by Shasta
Fri Jul 16, 2010 9:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Only a Little OT- Recycling Scrap Brass
Replies: 7
Views: 871

Only a Little OT- Recycling Scrap Brass

Like most shooters I used to just toss my bad brass casings and spent primers, but a couple years back I decided to save 'em up for scrap. I used a 2 lb. coffee can to save spent primers, and a 5 gallon bucket for brass casings. Well, the coffee can got full today, and the 5 gallon bucket was nearly...
by Shasta
Fri Jul 09, 2010 10:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: mod 94 long barrel
Replies: 13
Views: 1361

Re: mod 94 long barrel

I have a Winchester Model 94 with 26" round barrel. Here it is:

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NRA Centennial Musket, caliber 30-30, manufactured in 1971. These can be found at a reasonable price.


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by Shasta
Thu Jul 01, 2010 10:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Throwing hawks
Replies: 11
Views: 1966

Re: Throwing hawks

Having spent time at various local rendezvous for over 30 years, I have seen a 'hawk handle or two stuck by subsequent knife or 'hawk throws, but never one like that! Definitely worth a picture and thanks for sharing. I don't practice tomahawk & knife throwing much anymore, but when I did do a l...
by Shasta
Thu Jul 01, 2010 10:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: On Topic for a change: Win 73 32wcf..Reloading..
Replies: 2
Views: 757

Re: On Topic for a change: Win 73 32wcf..Reloading..

morgan in nm, The standard 32-20 cast bullet is the Lyman 311008, weighing 115 grains at .312 diameter. It shoots great in my Uberti 1873 reproduction. Given that your barrel is well worn, it may do better with jacketed bullets, but I think you are wise to try cast and see how it does. If you wish, ...
by Shasta
Thu Jun 17, 2010 4:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Smoothest short actions?
Replies: 8
Views: 1123

Re: Smoothest short actions?

In my opinion the smoothest would be the Winchester Model 92 action. I have an original Model 92 in 25-20, a Browning Model 53 in 32-20, and a USRAC Model 92 in 45 Colt, and they are all very slick. The Model 92 copies made by Miroku are the best (and also the most costly). I also have a Uberti-made...
by Shasta
Thu Jun 10, 2010 12:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question re: Lyman 56 sights and Winchester 92/53s
Replies: 14
Views: 3967

Re: Question re: Lyman 56 sights and Winchester 92/53s

OK guys, we have a Winchester owner with a QUALITY Lyman 56 receiver sight designed for a Marlin. Surely, (don't call me Shirley) :lol: there is a Marlin guy out there with a quality all-steel receiver sight for a Winchester, willing to swap?

Hey cubrock, just trying to help! Good luck!


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by Shasta
Fri May 28, 2010 7:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone shooting this weekend?
Replies: 32
Views: 3225

Re: Anyone shooting this weekend?

Yep.

Local club is having an informal play day and picnic Saturday. I'll be shooting my Browning BPCR .40-65, plus doing some practice for the following weekend's Levergun Regional match. I see lots of reloading in my future! :D

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by Shasta
Fri May 28, 2010 12:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Questions about auto powder dispencers/scales
Replies: 5
Views: 350

Re: Questions about auto powder dispencers/scales

I have the RCBS ChargeMaster. I don't use the memory mode as I have so many different powders and charges that I use, it's easier to just set up the automatic dispenser each loading session. I really like the automatic dispense mode. It throws accurate charges, but is not very fast. If I have more t...
by Shasta
Thu May 13, 2010 8:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question re: Lyman 56 sights and Winchester 92/53s
Replies: 14
Views: 3967

Re: Question re: Lyman 56 sights and Winchester 92/53s

cubrock- The book states that application codes are stamped on the exposed surface of the mounting block. There is no reference for just "56". edit- Per the mentioned book, Winchester rifle receiver sights use either 0.525- or 0.600- inch hole centers with 6-48 screw size. Marlin receiver ...
by Shasta
Thu May 13, 2010 7:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question re: Lyman 56 sights and Winchester 92/53s
Replies: 14
Views: 3967

Re: Question re: Lyman 56 sights and Winchester 92/53s

According to the book "OLD GUNSIGHTS" by Nick Stroebel, the Lyman 56 application codes were: 56A- winchester 1892, 1894, 1886, Models 53, 55, 64, 65, 71, 1885, 87 Single Shot, Remingon Model 14 & 141. 56B- Winchester Model 1903, 63, 61, Marlin Models 1894, 36. 56BSA- BSA Model 12, Mart...
by Shasta
Sun Apr 25, 2010 7:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marbles sight problems question
Replies: 3
Views: 1335

Re: Marbles sight problems question

Your sights will need to be partially disassembled by removing the upright stem so you can access the detent spring. This is a square shaped spring with a "peak" fold across the center. You can either place a shim under the spring to raise it up a bit, or you can increase the elevation of ...
by Shasta
Thu Apr 22, 2010 7:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Starline 40-65 brass
Replies: 2
Views: 537

Re: Starline 40-65 brass

I recently got a batch of the Starline .40-65 brass so I went out and grabbed 5 rounds out of the box and measured the rim thickness: .068, .0685, .067, .0685, .069 My new Remington .45-70 brass: .069, .0685, .0685, .069, .067 My well-used Winchester .45-70 brass reformed to .40-65: .066, .065, .066...
by Shasta
Fri Apr 09, 2010 8:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Best powder measure?
Replies: 16
Views: 1868

Re: OT - Best powder measure?

Here's a link to a thread from this forum posted last August that addresses this very subject:

http://www.levergunscommunity.com/viewt ... =1&t=19885

I still like the RCBS Uniflow best, and recently aquired another one designed for black powder.

BEST REGARDS,

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by Shasta
Tue Mar 30, 2010 7:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Retiring tomorrow
Replies: 40
Views: 2647

Re: OT - Retiring tomorrow

Congratulations! I hope you will enjoy yourself. I too will soon be joining the ranks of the retired. April 29 is my last day after 32 years maintaining traffic signs and pavement markings for the City of Redding, CA. My favorite quote regarding retirement came from one of my fellow workers whom I m...
by Shasta
Thu Mar 25, 2010 9:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Centennial Models
Replies: 23
Views: 7069

Re: Winchester Centennial Models

Back in the eighties I wanted a '94 Winchester rifle in .38-55, but could not afford the asking prices for originals. Winchester came out with the Chief Crazy Horse commerative in .38-55 and I was able to get one brand new for $330. I bought it as a shooter, have killed a couple bucks with it, ocass...
by Shasta
Sun Mar 21, 2010 11:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT:...for the geezers
Replies: 6
Views: 662

Re: OT:...for the geezers

Yep. I remember those days. Of course, the fact that I still have my first car over 40 years later serves as a pretty good reminder! It was a bright yellow hot rod during my youth. When I got older I noticed that most '55 Cheys were rodded, and a completely stock '55 Chevy Nomad was a rare sight ind...
by Shasta
Wed Mar 10, 2010 10:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Picture, thought yall would like this
Replies: 11
Views: 1827

Re: OT - Picture, thought yall would like this

Here is a picture of me at my daughter's wedding reception: https://i.imgur.com/XkOK4vI.jpg?1 While the deer hunter pictured bears some resemblance to me, I can honestly say I have never hunted Whitetail deer, and for that matter I have never even seen one on the hoof! However if I ever did hunt whi...
by Shasta
Wed Mar 10, 2010 10:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning Mainspring pressure - How much is good enough
Replies: 3
Views: 628

Re: Browning Mainspring pressure - How much is good enough

I had a similar problem with my Marlin 39A. After trimming the coil mainspring, I experienced a few failures to fire. I solved the problem by shimming the mainspring with small, thin stainless steel flat washers with the holes filed out to fit over the mainspring guide rod. After installing two wash...
by Shasta
Wed Mar 03, 2010 12:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT lets see you Black Powder burners
Replies: 93
Views: 14981

Re: OT lets see you Black Powder burners

Ruger Old Army Stainless ca. 1977 https://i.imgur.com/nDQSHrm.jpg A Uberti-made 1876 in 45-60 https://i.imgur.com/6VARBIy.jpg A custom-made .62 caliber left hand early Hawken style flinter, a custom-made .62 (20 ga.) smoothbore Tradegun. A custom-made .54 left-hand Jaeger flintlock transition, and a...
by Shasta
Sun Feb 28, 2010 12:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 10 Turkeys, a Master class score, and match winner
Replies: 11
Views: 857

Re: 10 Turkeys, a Master class score, and match winner

Fine Shooting! You will no doubt make Master and complete that Grand Slam, and I'm betting both happen this year! My Smallbore Cowboy Grand Slam is still waiting for 10 rams. Have done nine several times, but still no ten. And I've yet to shoot a Master score. It just ain't easy! Then again, my club...
by Shasta
Sun Feb 21, 2010 12:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: NINE Turkeys!
Replies: 11
Views: 1113

Re: NINE Turkeys!

That's some good turkey shootin', especially with a vintage rifle! I salute your skill!

Keep after those rams. One day, the wind will be favorable, mirage gone, nerves calm, and lots of steel mutton will be on the menu!! :D

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by Shasta
Sun Feb 21, 2010 12:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What if's/your next possible purchase?
Replies: 93
Views: 9692

Re: What if's/your next possible purchase?

I've been lusting after one of the new limited run Miroku-made Winchester Model 92 Deluxe Takedowns in .44-40. I'll be retiring at the end of April. The '92 sounds better to me as a retirement present to myself than the new carpeting that the wife wants me to buy. I'm just hoping I can do both! :D S...
by Shasta
Wed Feb 17, 2010 9:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 39A Parts Date Question
Replies: 13
Views: 1349

Re: 39A Parts Date Question

It looks exactly like my own Model 39, including the four plug screws in the side of the barrel. Mine was made in 1955.

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by Shasta
Sun Feb 14, 2010 10:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: EBAY Winchester .50 Express Mould $$$$ !!
Replies: 4
Views: 468

Re: EBAY Winchester .50 Express Mould $$$$ !!

It closed at $1,052.00, easily the highest price I have ever seen for a bullet mould. :o


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by Shasta
Sat Feb 13, 2010 11:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: EBAY Winchester .50 Express Mould $$$$ !!
Replies: 4
Views: 468

EBAY Winchester .50 Express Mould $$$$ !!

I guess the economy ain't so bad for some folks. Check out the bid price on this bullet mould offered on eBay :shock:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ... K:MEWAX:IT
by Shasta
Sat Feb 06, 2010 10:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Twenty two years today,,,,
Replies: 33
Views: 2244

Re: OT Twenty two years today,,,,

A very Happy Anniversary to you and your Mrs. Live long and prosper! :D

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by Shasta
Sat Jan 30, 2010 11:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Charles Daly Gone Belly Up
Replies: 7
Views: 978

Charles Daly Gone Belly Up

I just tried going to the Charles Daly web site and this is what I got: To all our friends, fans, supporters and consumers of Charles Daly and by extension, KBI products, I regret to inform you that the rumors of our demise are true. KBI is going out of business and closing its doors, effective toda...
by Shasta
Thu Jan 28, 2010 9:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1876 Lever Replica More practical sight for older eyes
Replies: 14
Views: 853

Re: 1876 Lever Replica More practical sight for older eyes

Mike D, I currently have a dozen or so rifles with the Marbles tang sight, with no thumb issues save one. My Winchester 1886 (Miroku). Shooting full power 405 grain loads, the tang sight bites the thumb and hits my eyeglasses and tries to puncture my head! For those loads I switch to a Lyman 56A rec...
by Shasta
Tue Jan 26, 2010 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1876 Lever Replica More practical sight for older eyes
Replies: 14
Views: 853

Re: 1876 Lever Replica More practical sight for older eyes

I went with a modified Marbles tang sight. By modified, I mean I installed a taller stem that allows adjustment out to 350 yards. This did involve purchasing a taller stem and disassembly and reassembly of the sight though. https://i.imgur.com/BmxKzdL.jpg Marbles now makes an improved sight with cha...
by Shasta
Sun Jan 10, 2010 10:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone have experience/thoughts on this repro '95 sight
Replies: 7
Views: 805

Re: Anyone have experience/thoughts on this repro '95 sight

I have a Browning 1895 in .30-40 Krag that I installed the Providence sight on. It is very well made and works like a charm. I bagged this little Blacktail buck with it last October.

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by Shasta
Sun Jan 10, 2010 1:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning A-Bolt--no good?
Replies: 23
Views: 2817

Re: Browning A-Bolt--no good?

My attraction to the Browning A-Bolt is the fact that I wanted a stainless steel bolt action that featured a synthetic stock and was available in a LEFT-HANDED version. Several manufacturers offer this, but the short 70 degree bolt throw and detachable magazine of the Browning A-Bolt sold me. My fir...
by Shasta
Fri Jan 08, 2010 8:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rough 39A
Replies: 35
Views: 3352

Re: Rough 39A

I have a Marlin 39A made in 1955. I wanted a checkered stock & forend, and was able to buy what I wanted from Midway. Very minor fitting was required. Here is a link: http://www.midwayusa.com/browse/BrowseProducts.aspx?pageNum=1&tabId=8&categoryId=17976&categoryString=649***20766***9...
by Shasta
Thu Jan 07, 2010 11:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Uberti brand vs Taylor
Replies: 12
Views: 5128

Re: Uberti brand vs Taylor

Jerry, I own several Cimarron firearms and one Taylor, all made by Uberti. They are all very well made, and my only gripe is the heavy trigger pull they all came with. A trigger job was needed for all but my Cimarron Low Wall that was ordered with set triggers. They all display excellent fit & f...
by Shasta
Thu Jan 07, 2010 12:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 22 Pre-64 Model 94 Fun Facts
Replies: 5
Views: 538

Re: 22 Pre-64 Model 94 Fun Facts

Good post! For those not familiar with the name R. C. Renneberg, his book "Winchester Model 94 A Century Of Craftsmanship" is available in a 2nd edition printing. They are selling on Ebay for under $30 ! This is a very good reference book that any fan of the Winchester 94 should have. http...
by Shasta
Thu Dec 31, 2009 10:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- ? about single shot 22's
Replies: 26
Views: 2582

Re: OT- ? about single shot 22's

I bought a brand new Cimarron Low Wall .22 Long Rifle with double set triggers, full crescent butt, checkered pistol grip stock, and a 30" octagon barrel. https://i.imgur.com/cH8k080.jpg They are a very neat looking rifle, but very expensive and mine had a problem with the fly falling out of th...