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- Sat Oct 30, 2021 1:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Marlin 1895 LTD
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1226
Re: Marlin 1895 LTD
Blaine: I'll wager that a LTD these days is north of US $1000.00. Back when I bought mine, I paid a little over $900.00. Rifle is marked "Marlin 1895-LTD", 45-70. # DFC001XX, 24” half-octagon barrel, straight stock, no checkering, full magazine tube. Serial number is stamped on left receiv...
- Fri Oct 29, 2021 12:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 1951 94
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1375
Re: 1951 94
Hard to beat a well tuned and well taken care of M94!
Blaine: good shooting; very good shooting! I envy you for being able to see and use barrel sights and still hit the target
Blaine: good shooting; very good shooting! I envy you for being able to see and use barrel sights and still hit the target
- Wed Oct 27, 2021 3:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Who has shipped a bunch of magazines?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 937
Re: Who has shipped a bunch of magazines?
Bill: if you toss them, please contact me first. When I moved from CA to WA, I lost/misplaced a few of the earliest issues. I will pay you for them + shipping. Cheers, ray
- Tue Oct 26, 2021 9:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Who has shipped a bunch of magazines?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 937
Re: Who has shipped a bunch of magazines?
be advised about the USPS book rate/media mail. At the USPS discretion, they can/will open a package and if there is any advertising enclosed, it will be returned to the sender. See "Features" at :
https://faq.usps.com/s/article/What-is- ... -Book-Rate
https://faq.usps.com/s/article/What-is- ... -Book-Rate
- Mon Oct 25, 2021 10:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 10/25/1415 St. Crispin’s day and Agincourt
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1234
10/25/1415 St. Crispin’s day and Agincourt
St. Crispian's day and the anniversary of the battle of Agincourt -- 1415 -- when the English longbow decimated the French knights on French soil. As Shakespeare wrote: "That he which hath no stomach to this fight, Let him depart; his passport shall be made And crowns for convoy put into his pu...
- Sat Oct 23, 2021 3:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: First Ruglin
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1438
Re: First Ruglin
I'll believe the Marlin(s) are in actual production when I see the "new" Marlins on my local dealer's rifle rack....
- Tue Oct 19, 2021 3:44 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: S&W Standard Catalogue info request
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1092
Re: S&W Standard Catalogue info request
“Whomever says a 2" Combat Masterpiece are a "dime a dozen" knows little or they are trying to weasel your goods into their pocket...... Colt Pythons are catalogued in 2" with no special premium but how many do you see?” --SixGun Six: Appreciate you comment. I think you are right...
- Tue Oct 19, 2021 11:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: S&W Standard Catalogue info request
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1092
Re: S&W Standard Catalogue info request
Elmo: thanks for that information.
- Tue Oct 19, 2021 1:20 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: S&W Standard Catalogue info request
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1092
Re: S&W Standard Catalogue info request
Sixgun: yes, that's it.
- Mon Oct 18, 2021 1:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Finest revolver 20th century.
- Replies: 60
- Views: 10036
Re: Finest revolver 20th century.
"The job requirements have a whole lot to do with that choice. Personal opinion, too." --Blaine G. BINGO! My sentiments exactly. But, the wag in me would saty the finest revolver is the one I am shooting at the time. I just punch paper and for me I am very partial to the S&W M14, 15, 1...
- Mon Oct 18, 2021 1:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: S&W Standard Catalogue info request
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1092
S&W Standard Catalogue info request
Colleagues need some help. Does anyone have the S&W Standard Catalogue? Reason I ask is I have a new in the box unfired with all the paperwork Model 15-4 with 2” barrel.From what I have told based upon serial range, it is a 1977. Thinking about selling it. Have been told that the 2” barrel is ma...
- Sat Oct 16, 2021 12:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Goex to close last plant
- Replies: 22
- Views: 2903
Re: Goex to close last plant
A now deceased Fellow Shooter was a GOEX employee and tested the powder lots. From what he told me, the US Gov't./DOD was GOEX's biggest purchaser -- something like 85% of GOEX total production was to fill government contracts -- and GOEX is/was the only domestically Black Powder manufacturer.
- Wed Oct 06, 2021 12:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .40-90 Sharps Bottle Neck & Shiloh 1874 just for Bill in OR
- Replies: 61
- Views: 9726
Re: .40-90 Sharps Bottle Neck & Shiloh 1874 just for Bill in OR
Bill in OR: log onto the Shiloh-Sharps web site. There are a few 40-90BN shooters there who just might be able to help.
- Thu Sep 30, 2021 4:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: S&W Moving!
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1007
Re: S&W Moving!
Good news for TN and those workers who can relocate. I wonder how many of the skilled and trained workforce S&W will loose and can “afford to loose” Think of Remington-Marlin ….
- Thu Sep 30, 2021 2:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: S&W Moving!
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1007
S&W Moving!
S&W leaving Massachusetts and consolidating other locations to Tennessee!
https://boston.cbslocal.com/2021/09/30/ ... tennessee/
https://boston.cbslocal.com/2021/09/30/ ... tennessee/
- Wed Sep 29, 2021 11:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Anybody else notice.....
- Replies: 5
- Views: 774
Re: Anybody else notice.....
In June 2021, there was another explosion and fire at the plant https://websterparishjournal.com/2021/06/22/public-awaits-answers-on-goex-explosion/ https://www.dailydispatch.com/StateNews/LA/2021/June/21/Fire.explosion.at.Camp.Minden.rattles.nearby.residents.aspx If memory serves me, there have bee...
- Sun Sep 26, 2021 9:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .44 Special Skeeter Rifle load
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2259
Re: .44 Special Skeeter Rifle load
Scott: I finally got around to reading the article by Venturino that you linked. Interesting read. Thanks.
- Sat Sep 25, 2021 3:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Savage 99 30-30
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2483
Re: Savage 99 30-30
Grizz: my Savage 99-C .308 had a very noticeable and uncomfortable amount of barrel whip when touching off a round, even with the 150 grain bullets. After a bout 3-4 rounds, my cheek/jaw would become sore. When I sold it, I told the buyer about it. According to him, my hold was improper. A few month...
- Fri Sep 24, 2021 6:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Savage 99 30-30
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2483
Re: Savage 99 30-30
Grizz: at one time I owned a M99-C, .308 Winchester. Not fun to shoot.
Right now I have a 1936 M99-H, .303 Savage. Very comfortable round to shoot. Originally looked around for a 30-30, but decided on a .303 Savage as it is not seen very often. Most think it is a .303 British.
Right now I have a 1936 M99-H, .303 Savage. Very comfortable round to shoot. Originally looked around for a 30-30, but decided on a .303 Savage as it is not seen very often. Most think it is a .303 British.
- Wed Sep 22, 2021 10:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Winchester 1887
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2006
Re: Winchester 1887
Nice looking shotgun and one you don't see too often.Most that I have seen are well used and some were well abused. Good score on your part! My M1887 left the factory in 1888 and still has the "short" black powder shells chamber.
- Tue Sep 21, 2021 4:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Now that the statute of limitations has passed
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3460
Re: Now that the statute of limitations has passed
No. But if I did and one of my grandfathers, my father, or one of the neighboring farmers found out about it, I would not be here responding to this thread.
- Tue Sep 21, 2021 1:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: What was the first gun you bought?
- Replies: 81
- Views: 11357
Re: What was the first gun you bought?
Came back from RVN in 3/'67 and bought a Savage 99c, .308 Winchester, as I always wanted one. Turned out to be a so-so rifle and sold it off to a guy who wanted more than I did. Tutt as for the #5, from what I read the wandering zero was blamed on the receiver lightening cuts and the barrel flash hi...
- Sun Sep 19, 2021 1:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Fell off the wagon today !
- Replies: 27
- Views: 3071
Re: Fell off the wagon today !
A sixteen is hard to beat. And as the old timers often said about it: "Swings like a 20; hits like a 12!"
- Sun Sep 12, 2021 11:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Browning 1886 SRC
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2760
Re: Browning 1886 SRC
Blaine: thanks. I'll try the Berry 350 grain bullets first, then take you up on your offer -- if I need to. Again thanks.
Getting time for a lunch again??
Getting time for a lunch again??
- Sat Sep 11, 2021 1:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Browning 1886 SRC
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2760
Re: Browning 1886 SRC
Gents: thanks for your comments. Only bullets I now have are Berry's copper plated lead, 350 grain. So just might be worthwhile to give them a try.
Thought about either a tang or a receiver sight, but I just don't want to drill and tap. Would like to keep it "as is." Again, thanks.
Thought about either a tang or a receiver sight, but I just don't want to drill and tap. Would like to keep it "as is." Again, thanks.
- Fri Sep 10, 2021 3:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Browning 1886 SRC
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2760
Browning 1886 SRC
Colleagues: I have a Browning 1886 Saddle Ring Carbine, 45-70.
Anyone know what weight bullet Browning regulated the sights for? The local range SWAG (Scientific Wild Arsed Guesses) are the 405 and "I dunno."
Anyone know what weight bullet Browning regulated the sights for? The local range SWAG (Scientific Wild Arsed Guesses) are the 405 and "I dunno."
- Thu Sep 09, 2021 8:09 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: New Rule At "Tractor Supply Company"
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2707
Re: New Rule At "Tractor Supply Company"
Blaine: that was a good one. Never saw it coming.
- Sat Aug 21, 2021 12:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Texas Boys, September 1 changes
- Replies: 8
- Views: 811
Re: Texas Boys, September 1 changes
Scott: Jim T and you are onto it!
- Mon Aug 16, 2021 1:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Marlins one step closer
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1884
Re: Marlins one step closer
As far as I am concerned, it aint a done deal until they are on the dealer's shelves....
- Mon Aug 09, 2021 10:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: I believe in having Loading Manuals .....
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2005
Re: I believe in having Loading Manuals .....
Griff: I have several of the Cornell reprints. They do a good job of reprinting and the price is easy on the wallet.
- Mon Aug 09, 2021 9:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: I believe in having Loading Manuals .....
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2005
Re: I believe in having Loading Manuals .....
Griff: The Lyman #44, if you don’t mind the US $75.00 price: https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=30903896259&cm_sp=SEARCHREC-_-WIDGET-L-_-BDP-R&searchurl=ds%3D20%26kn%3Dlyman%2Breloading%2Bhandbook%26sortby%3D17 Downloaded as a PDF file -- https://www.scribd.com/document/166710...
- Sat Aug 07, 2021 6:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Flash-Over Incident Using Hornady Hand Primer
- Replies: 24
- Views: 3335
Re: Flash-Over Incident Using Hornady Hand Primer
From the NEW LEE AUTO Prime web page: "Please note: Lee Precision has tested the tool by intentionally setting off a variety of brands and types of primers. Our testing has demonstrated that wearing safety glasses and hearing protection will prevent serious injury. However, all types of FEDERAL...
- Sat Aug 07, 2021 6:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Dealer's name needed
- Replies: 6
- Views: 692
Re: Dealer's name needed
TraderVic: the prize is that you now have world-wide fame of being right.....
- Sat Aug 07, 2021 10:47 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Dealer's name needed
- Replies: 6
- Views: 692
Re: Dealer's name needed
TraderVic has it right -- CDNN! Thanks.
- Fri Aug 06, 2021 10:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Dealer's name needed
- Replies: 6
- Views: 692
Dealer's name needed
Colleagues: at one time there was a firearms clearing house located in Texas. Sold firearms and firearms related accessories. Had a good sized on-line catalogue.
Anyone remember the company name and if it is still in business??
Anyone remember the company name and if it is still in business??
- Fri Aug 06, 2021 1:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Ithaca M37 20 ga
- Replies: 18
- Views: 2322
Re: Ithaca M37 20 ga
"For small game hunting it is one of the best pump guns ever made.'
--.45Colt
BINGO! Back-In-The-Day when I was lad in the 1950's, small game hunters had an Ithaca or a SxS. Ithaca had the name and reputation,longevity, and quality to go with it! I always lusted after a 16 gauge Featherweight.
--.45Colt
BINGO! Back-In-The-Day when I was lad in the 1950's, small game hunters had an Ithaca or a SxS. Ithaca had the name and reputation,longevity, and quality to go with it! I always lusted after a 16 gauge Featherweight.
- Wed Aug 04, 2021 4:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: In A Nutshell.....
- Replies: 4
- Views: 542
Re: In A Nutshell.....
Spot on !! Blaine is on a roll....
- Wed Aug 04, 2021 4:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Remington Catalogs..........
- Replies: 3
- Views: 700
Re: Remington Catalogs..........
Another source for old firearms catalogs is "Cornell Publications; World's Largest Old Gun Catalog & Manual Reprinter." http://www.cornellpubs.com/index.php I purchased several years of the old Sharps and Remington catalogues for the loading data printed in them. I have read that some ...
- Tue Jul 27, 2021 10:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Ruger Marlins
- Replies: 3
- Views: 652
Re: Ruger Marlins
"We all have to wait & see what happens. cross your fingers crossed"....
--.45 Colt
BINGO!
--.45 Colt
BINGO!
- Mon Jul 19, 2021 5:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 32-40 smokeless load assistance
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2307
Re: 32-40 smokeless load assistance
gents: thanks for your efforts look up the load data.
- Sun Jul 18, 2021 2:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Best gunsmithing screw drivers
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1676
Re: Best gunsmithing screw drivers
I bought the below turnscrew/screwdriver set from Brownell's 'bout 20 years ago. And I haven't looked back or regretted it. I use it extensively on my woodworking tools and machines and firearms. Screwdriver tips fit imperial and metric screw heads. Have not broken or distorted a tip. Not exactly ec...
- Sat Jul 17, 2021 12:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 32-40 smokeless load assistance
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2307
32-40 smokeless load assistance
Colleagues: need to develop a target load for a 32-40 Winchester "Limited Edition" M1885 with a 170 grain jacketed bullet. Powders on-hand: IMR 3031, IMR 4227, Trail Boss, Winchester 748, Reloader #7, and SR 4759. So far have found several cast bullet loads and the smokeless loads are arou...
- Mon Jul 12, 2021 2:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Your Advice For A Bullpup 12 Gauge
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1819
Re: Your Advice For A Bullpup 12 Gauge
A curious mind wants to know the country of origin for the the SDS BLP-12?
- Mon Jul 12, 2021 12:30 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: hi, newbie with 50-100 ?
- Replies: 48
- Views: 5356
Re: hi, newbie with 50-100 ?
"Ray, that's a very practical outfit you suggest. When Dad, brothers and I did a fly-fishing trip out of Wrangell up the Stikine River 25 years ago, our guide left us with a Mossberg pump loaded with Brennekes....But it is not nearly as romantic and cool as a lever gun in .50-100." --Bill ...
- Fri Jul 09, 2021 8:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: hi, newbie with 50-100 ?
- Replies: 48
- Views: 5356
Re: hi, newbie with 50-100 ?
I think if I was grizzly or other big bear country I would seriously consider a 12 gauge auto with slugs or Brennke "Magnum Crush " slugs. https://www.brennekeusa.com/hunting-ammunition/magnum-crushtm/ At the range you mentioned, a Remington "Slugger Rifled Slug" -- 1 oz. lead --...
- Wed Jul 07, 2021 6:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Elmer Blows Up Another SAA
- Replies: 54
- Views: 5199
Re: Elmer Blows Up Another SAA
More than a few years ago I read an article in the Black Powder Cartridge News or the American Single Shot Rifle Association magazines or there was a thread about the old semi-smokeless powders. If memory serves me, the semi-smokeless or such bulk powders faded as: (a) smokeless continued to improve...
- Wed Jul 07, 2021 10:23 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Help Needed in Montana
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1272
Re: Help Needed in Montana
Blaine: yes, definitely old and with both feet in the grave. But no matter what, The Princess likes me more than you!
- Tue Jul 06, 2021 11:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Help Needed in Montana
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1272
Re: Help Needed in Montana
Blaine: BTT??
Explain please.
Explain please.
- Fri Jun 25, 2021 9:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How many of you guys carry revolvers for EDC?
- Replies: 85
- Views: 7821
Re: How many of you guys carry revolvers for EDC?
S&W M36. But, I keep hearing the Sirens' call for a S&W Bodyguard 38 with integrated Crimson Trace laser grips. One of these days....
- Mon Jun 21, 2021 11:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: "Flying Circus" image
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1538
Re: "Flying Circus" image
Third from the bottom Herman Goering's plane? His plane had a white colour scheme.