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by stew71
Thu Oct 23, 2014 3:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tire Wear... How many miles do you expect to get?
Replies: 25
Views: 3621

Re: Tire Wear... How many miles do you expect to get?

We get about 45K out of the Yokohamas on the Subaru Outback. We're at 39K on the OEM tires on the Dodge 2500. And I get about 8K out of the Michelin Pilot Road 3's on the Yamaha FJR.
by stew71
Thu Oct 23, 2014 3:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: You might be a 'ccw-nut' if. . .
Replies: 27
Views: 1812

Re: You might be a 'ccw-nut' if. . .

CCW application has been filed. Waiting for the LiveScan results to come back from the FBI. Once those are in, time for range quals.

:D
by stew71
Tue Sep 09, 2014 4:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: There is some powder available today...
Replies: 4
Views: 667

Re: There is some powder available today...

I've been finding several IMR types as well as Hodgdon powders locally for some time. Not all but some. Prices are a bit higher than "normal".
by stew71
Tue Sep 09, 2014 4:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger 77 Tang safety- are the accuracy issues really bad
Replies: 25
Views: 4135

Re: Ruger 77 Tang safety- are the accuracy issues really bad

I have an early 80's M77 RSI in 243 that's plenty accurate enough for deer and pig. No FTF's or issues with the tang safety at all.
by stew71
Mon Aug 25, 2014 4:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More photos; Western Alaska, surprisingly religious animals
Replies: 21
Views: 1894

Re: More photos; Western Alaska, surprisingly religious anim

Gorgeous photos. I love Alaska. Hope to move there someday. Spent some time on Adak a few years ago chasing caribou. The scenery was stunning. http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/ff334/stew71/Adak%20Caribou%20Hunt%202011/IMG_1779.jpg http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/ff334/stew71/Adak%20Caribou%20Hu...
by stew71
Fri Aug 22, 2014 12:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 444 is range ready. Pics
Replies: 17
Views: 1593

Re: 444 is range ready. Pics

That's some really purdy lever action you have there. :mrgreen:
by stew71
Fri Aug 22, 2014 12:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mob control, self protection, riot/looters etc
Replies: 150
Views: 16065

Re: Mob control, self protection, riot/looters etc

I'm not worried about ISIS or ISIL or whatever Obama is calling them this week starting anything locally. I honestly don't see them stirring anything up here. It sounds more like the usual al-Jazzera blowhard propaganda... I plan to go about my business as usual. Had my CCW interview this week with ...
by stew71
Thu Aug 14, 2014 3:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Password change?
Replies: 1
Views: 281

Re: Password change?

jnyork wrote:OK, how do I change my password? I have searched the stickynotes and the CP with no results. Thanks.
Under User Control Panel in the upper right hand corner:
- Click on Profile over on the left hand side
- Then click on Edit Account Settings.
- Enter New Password & Confirm it.

Done.
by stew71
Thu Aug 14, 2014 3:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old question about 5.56 surplus in a 223 bolt?
Replies: 13
Views: 855

Re: Old question about 5.56 surplus in a 223 bolt?

Bob, I put hundreds of rounds of Federal XM193 55gr and M855 62gr surplus 5.56 through my 527 Varmint with no issues. I also double-checked with CZ. Can't speak to the Chinese stuff, though. Wolf was dirty but shot well enough to be plinking ammo.
by stew71
Thu Aug 14, 2014 3:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sorry, another 223 question?
Replies: 5
Views: 341

Re: Sorry, another 223 question?

I had a CZ 527 Varmint and loved it, but foolishly sold it to fund a varmint AR build. That little CZ ate every load without a hiccup and had a 1:9 twist. It didn't seem to make much difference which 55gr round I used, as they all shot pretty nicely. Steel case stuff was no issue, either. The best l...
by stew71
Thu Aug 14, 2014 10:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How many rounds does your CCW hold?
Replies: 46
Views: 4391

Re: How many rounds does your CCW hold?

Summer weather - 6 x 380ACP (Kahr P380)
Winter weather - 10 x 9mm. (Ruger SR9c)
Center console of the truck - 7 x 45ACP (Springfield 1911)
by stew71
Thu Jun 26, 2014 1:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So What Do You Biker Guys Think ?
Replies: 31
Views: 2266

Re: So What Do You Biker Guys Think ?

No obnoxious noise? :o A Hog ain't a Hog without the rumble! :lol: Ahh yes...converting fuel into noise rather than performance. :mrgreen: I keed....I keed.... I just like it that an American motorcycle company is trying to expand its appeal to something than the leather and chrome crowd. I still w...
by stew71
Tue Jun 24, 2014 4:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So What Do You Biker Guys Think ?
Replies: 31
Views: 2266

Re: So What Do You Biker Guys Think ?

Looks like fun. Especially without the obnoxious exhaust.

Bump that range up to a couple hundred miles or give it a quick-charge ability of a few minutes and it'll be a winner.
by stew71
Tue May 06, 2014 4:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: has anyone ever used Prvi Partizan ammo
Replies: 30
Views: 3371

Re: has anyone ever used Prvi Partizan ammo

My wife shoots this very load in her Browning MicroHunter in 7mm-08. Good stuff and plenty accurate for hunting.
by stew71
Mon May 05, 2014 4:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rangetime with the Swede
Replies: 7
Views: 797

Rangetime with the Swede

Due to a shortage of available IMR4350, I've been working on a fallback load for my 1902 C. Gustaf Swedish Mauser. Found it. :mrgreen: 43.5gr H4831SC over a Hornady 140gr A-Max. 6 shots at 100 yds. http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/ff334/stew71/c3e6adf9-2a06-4ade-a043-69804cc311fa_zps1967025a.jpg h...
by stew71
Wed Apr 30, 2014 11:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Passenger in Paradox
Replies: 16
Views: 986

Re: A Passenger in Paradox

Hire a really good lawyer.
by stew71
Wed Apr 30, 2014 11:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your current long gun of choice ?
Replies: 86
Views: 7978

Re: Your current long gun of choice ?

I've been on a 303 British kick lately. Hauled my Maltby No4 Mk 1 to a couple of matches. Judging by my scores, I need to work up some better handloads.
:mrgreen:
by stew71
Wed Apr 23, 2014 3:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Broken boat seat.
Replies: 14
Views: 1093

Re: Broken boat seat.

I'm going to replace the front pedestal mount with a taller one so I can use the foot control trolling motor easier and I like to use a fly rod most of the time so being up a little higher is a plus. Any one have a favorite pedestal mount fishing seat? We used these seats and mounts from Cabela's i...
by stew71
Wed Apr 23, 2014 1:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Over 50 Years Without a Savage 99…
Replies: 20
Views: 2194

Re: Over 50 Years Without a Savage 99…

Purdy. :mrgreen:

I've always wanted one, passed up more than my share of them for various reasons, and may perhaps pick one up if the stars and planets are properly aligned.
by stew71
Thu Apr 10, 2014 4:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any experienced 80% builders in WV?
Replies: 12
Views: 1205

Re: Any experienced 80% builders in WV?

Try checking ar15.com. You might find some contact info there.
by stew71
Mon Apr 07, 2014 3:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cabela's In Lacy, WA Report
Replies: 17
Views: 987

Re: Cabela's In Lacy, WA Report

Cabela's Reno was in the same condition. No RF except for .17. But, the LGSs around here have plenty of .22.

Go figure.

The issue I see around here are shortages of common powders. Although I was able to find IMR 4895 & 4350 thank goodness.
by stew71
Wed Mar 12, 2014 11:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Powders you havent used.
Replies: 15
Views: 2136

Re: Powders you havent used.

Since so many powders are currently hard to find, I've had to try more obscure ones in order to keep shooting some of my rifles. For example....IMR 4350 and H4350 are nowhere to be found around here for my 6.5 Swede. Same for 4064 and 4895. As my supplies get low, I've had to try W760, IMR 4007 SSC,...
by stew71
Fri Nov 08, 2013 11:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sellers remorse
Replies: 37
Views: 3208

Re: Sellers remorse

None here. I've only parted with ordinary firearms that were duplicates or easily replaced. A Remington 870, a Ruger 10/22, a couple of Mosin Nagants, and a beat up old Yugo Mauser.

I have a second Liberty gunsafe being delivered this weekend so I'll more room for mo' guns. :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
by stew71
Thu Nov 07, 2013 6:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Opinions on Rossi R92 levergun?
Replies: 31
Views: 4355

Re: Opinions on Rossi R92 levergun?

My .45LC 92 is sweet. The 24" barrel makes it a nice 50 yd brush gun. Smooth as glass too. Removed that stupid safety lever on top of the bolt.
by stew71
Thu Oct 31, 2013 1:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Duck season starts with a bang....
Replies: 3
Views: 531

Duck season starts with a bang....

Well, 4 bangs, to be honest. :mrgreen: Took these mallards last Saturday morning. http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/ff334/stew71/IMG_2355_zps90cd6c06.jpg Then, on Monday, Mama Nature treated us to this sunset from the blind. We didn't bag any birds that evening, but this made up for it. http://i537...
by stew71
Thu Oct 31, 2013 1:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What rifle are you hunting deer with this fall?
Replies: 56
Views: 6091

Re: What rifle are you hunting deer with this fall?

My T/C .54cal Hawken using Hornady Plains bullets.

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by stew71
Thu Oct 03, 2013 12:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Addition to the Stable
Replies: 10
Views: 667

Re: New Addition to the Stable

10 days conventional, Who knows with Gub shut down but that is only spose to be Fed. I have had a new lower for a while now and have the stuff to make a 7.62x39 but just caint find the time to put it together. Congrats btw, do U have the parts to finish or is that yet to come ? Perry Hey Perry...no...
by stew71
Wed Oct 02, 2013 3:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Addition to the Stable
Replies: 10
Views: 667

New Addition to the Stable

In celebration of the DC "shutdown" and in light of the possible bans coming down the pipeline from our illustrious governor, I just plunked down some coin for this... http://archon.silvertree.org/cgn_lower.jpg She's getting chambered in 6.8 SPC as I build up funds. Should make for a nice ...
by stew71
Tue Sep 24, 2013 4:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Long distance calls not going out today?
Replies: 7
Views: 615

Re: Long distance calls not going out today?

Or some idiot with a backhoe cut buried landlines. Happens all the time.
by stew71
Thu Sep 19, 2013 12:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 760 Ball Powder - Sooty and dirty?
Replies: 21
Views: 2867

Re: Winchester 760 Ball Powder - Sooty and dirty?

Hey Jack...using Federal 210 primers. No crimp on these loads. In fact, I've never crimped any of my loads when using the Sierra Matchkings.
by stew71
Wed Sep 18, 2013 12:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 760 Ball Powder - Sooty and dirty?
Replies: 21
Views: 2867

Re: Winchester 760 Ball Powder - Sooty and dirty?

Thanks for the replies fellas. I'll go back and double check the recipe against my loading manuals. This wasn't something I scraped off the Internet, but was from one of the manuals put out by an established component manufacturer...although it escapes me which one right now.
by stew71
Mon Sep 16, 2013 3:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 760 Ball Powder - Sooty and dirty?
Replies: 21
Views: 2867

Winchester 760 Ball Powder - Sooty and dirty?

Has anyone used Win760 powder before? With the ongoing component shortages, I've been trying to find some handloads for my 6.5 Swede using something other than IMR 4350, and the cases are coming out very dirty...sooty almost. Like that crappy Russian Wolf ammo. Very odd. I've never used Winchester p...
by stew71
Wed Sep 11, 2013 1:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 100% Recall on Caracal "C" model pistols.
Replies: 7
Views: 574

Re: 100% Recall on Caracal "C" model pistols.

Funny...all these recalls have only cemented my decision to go with the good ol' Beretta M9/92 for a full-sized 9mm.
by stew71
Wed Sep 11, 2013 1:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: And now for something completely different....
Replies: 2
Views: 295

And now for something completely different....

A bullpup M1A/M14..... :mrgreen:

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by stew71
Wed Sep 04, 2013 4:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Backup sights on scoped guns. What have you done?
Replies: 41
Views: 5198

Re: Backup sights on scoped guns. What have you done?

The only scoped rifles that I own that also have iron sights is a Ruger 77 .243 carbine and my Marlin 336. All of the others wear only glass.
by stew71
Wed Sep 04, 2013 4:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any ideas o' knowledgable board?
Replies: 16
Views: 728

Re: Any ideas o' knowledgable board?

I've never seen a bullet rusted to that color before. Looks like used to be painted red?

I dunno...like that last post suggested...maybe a plumb bob or weight of some kind?
by stew71
Wed Sep 04, 2013 4:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Metal Roof Update-----Going Extreme Duty Commercial Grade
Replies: 40
Views: 1541

Re: Metal Roof Update-----Going Extreme Duty Commercial Grad

Looks nice. I was thinking of going to a metal roof on my old house that was in a high fire danger zone. That would have really brought down my insurance rates but we ended up selling the place so we never went through with it.

Good luck.
by stew71
Thu Aug 29, 2013 2:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cool scope base with integral Williams WGRS Peep
Replies: 5
Views: 615

Re: Cool scope base with integral Williams WGRS Peep

Hey...great idea. That's going on my 336 ASAP.

Thanks for posting this.
by stew71
Tue Aug 27, 2013 12:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Latest Addition to the Safe
Replies: 8
Views: 761

Re: Latest Addition to the Safe

Range report update. I swapped out that cheapo scope in the photo above with a new Redfield Revolution 3x9. Took it to the range Saturday, bore-sighted it, put 5 rounds downrange to get it on paper and dialed in. Waited a few minutes for the barrel to cool down and then fired this 4 shot group using...
by stew71
Tue Aug 27, 2013 12:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Warning,Windows 8 ??? Might want to stay with Win 7
Replies: 36
Views: 3670

Re: Warning,Windows 8 ??? Might want to stay with Win 7

I picked up a surplus 2 yr old HP notebook PC from work, wiped the drive clean and installed Linux Mint 15.0. Comes with Firefox, the Thunderbird email client, and QuickOffice suite. I've no issues at all opening and editing MS Office documents. It boots pretty quickly and uses much less RAM and pro...
by stew71
Wed Aug 21, 2013 4:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dove Hunting
Replies: 24
Views: 2124

Re: Dove Hunting

Stuff them with onion and garlic paste, coat with bacon grease, and let them turn for about 10-15 min on the rotisserie at about 350 deg.

Serve with cold beer. :D
by stew71
Wed Aug 14, 2013 5:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Three powders for 99% of loads?
Replies: 75
Views: 6624

Re: Three powders for 99% of loads?

I don't reload handgun ammo or shotgun at this time, but for rifle, the 3 I use the most are: IMR4895 IMR4064 Varget Toss in some IMR4350, when you can find it. Right now, I'm working up some loads for my 6.5 Swede using IMR 4007 SSC and H4831 if the 4350 continues to be scarce. I still have a coupl...
by stew71
Tue Aug 13, 2013 12:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My New Rossi 92 Came in Today !
Replies: 17
Views: 1115

Re: My New Rossi 92 Came in Today !

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Whoops...just noticed you're still in the waiting room.
by stew71
Tue Aug 13, 2013 12:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Deer hunting with a Blackhawk
Replies: 10
Views: 1811

Re: Deer hunting with a Blackhawk

Awesome guys. Thanks for the suggestions.

Of course, on my way home I stopped by the LGS and drooled over a T/C Contender chambered in 30-30.

(sigh)
by stew71
Mon Aug 12, 2013 4:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Starbucks Appreciation Day!
Replies: 19
Views: 806

Re: Starbucks Appreciation Day!

Their coffee tastes over-roasted and burnt to me. Nasty over-priced stuff.
by stew71
Mon Aug 12, 2013 4:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dang Bikers!
Replies: 7
Views: 1173

Re: Dang Bikers!

Good for him. Notice he's riding a Yamaha. Ahhem. :D

And a pox on those cagers who kept on driving. :x
by stew71
Mon Aug 12, 2013 4:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Deer hunting with a Blackhawk
Replies: 10
Views: 1811

Deer hunting with a Blackhawk

Has anyone here taken their Ruger Blackhawk deer or pig hunting? I have a 7.5in 45 Colt model that I think would be excellent for hunting our CA blacktails here in the deep timber. In all my years, I have yet to take a deer in CA beyond 100 yards so that has me thinking it would be fun to use a revo...
by stew71
Thu Aug 08, 2013 3:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My old Winchester 1894
Replies: 20
Views: 2393

Re: My old Winchester 1894

Dang that's nice. Always wanted a Win94 in 38-55. :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

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by stew71
Thu Aug 08, 2013 3:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Boat Repair Advice Needed
Replies: 12
Views: 1291

Re: Boat Repair Advice Needed

It's been my experience that if a riveted aluminum boat has been out of the water for some time, the seam caulking used in the boat's construction tends to dry and shrink a bit, allowing leakage. If I were you, I would let some water sit in the boat for a day or two and see if the caulking might so...
by stew71
Wed Jul 31, 2013 5:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What rifle??
Replies: 39
Views: 4253

Re: What rifle??

I was wondering what everyone is using for their deer rifle/rifles this year. I posted a picture of my grandfather's deer rifle in another post. I figure I will use that and my Ruger 77 Hawkeye also in 270 Winchester. I reckon we'll through in the Elk rifles in for you fellas that live out west. Wh...