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by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 10:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR - Dear Abby
Replies: 15
Views: 3760

jd45 -

I agree with you wholeheartedly, but watch the language. I'm not sure what the rules are here on the temporary forum, but being guests, we need to be polite...

That being said... you described them to a "T"! :wink:
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 10:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Poll - Does anyone here have only one ....
Replies: 39
Views: 8498

Lessee... I only have one centerfire pump... but more than one centerfire of everything else. Does that count? :wink: There is NO SUCH THING as "too many guns". Anyone who feels that way please feel free to send them to me (free, of course - I'm not made of money). I promise I'll never sel...
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 10:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1886 Miroku PG lever and gunstock wood
Replies: 17
Views: 3561

Mike D. -

Sounds like an interesting project. Did you take some "before pictures" to post with your "after" ones - which we KNOW are coming (please!) :D
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 10:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-RELOADING-9MM RIMMED?
Replies: 15
Views: 3994

PPpastordon wrote:One can always take the other PITA route. Purchase 38 S&W brass, shorten them to the correct length, load using standard 9MM dies, fire, repeat as necessary.
PPpastordon
At $2.50 a round for the "real stuff", PPpastordon's PITA route makes the best since!!! :shock:
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 10:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Zippo warranty. We need more like it.
Replies: 15
Views: 3862

Thanks for sharing. If we want companies to continue to stand behind their products and give excellent customer service, we need to always share these stories - and give them our business. All companies exist to earn a profit. If providing top notch service and products is profitable, they will do s...
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 10:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Aviation: Gathering of Mustangs and Legends
Replies: 27
Views: 4273

Very cool! 8)
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Marlin Model 60 question
Replies: 4
Views: 1221

Ditto - IIRC it just holds the trigger guard to the wood. Simple set up, and okay for a .22 where recoil is not an issue. A lot of trigger guards have their rear screw this way, and the front one into the action/barrel assembly.
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WTB - 6½" Blackhawk Holster and .38 Spec/.357 Mag die s
Replies: 7
Views: 1937

Nothing spare lying around that I can sell, but if you are looking for dies, I highly recommend the Lee Precision carbide set (with factory crimp die - a 4 die set) at Midway USA. They sell them cheaper than you can buy them direct from Lee! :D
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Breaking news
Replies: 2
Views: 1250

OT - Breaking news

Did you know that our senior citizens are the nation's leading carriers of AIDS?!?

It's true...











Hearing aids

Band-aids

Roll-aids

Walking aids

Medical aids

Government aids

And most of all, monetary aid to their kids!
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Tell Me About Rat Terriers, Please
Replies: 15
Views: 3558

I'd go with "the rat". My in-laws have a Jack Russell, and they can be a bit high-strung and hard to train. Not saying they are all that way... dogs are like people, with their own individual personalities. :)
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - New Sixgun
Replies: 17
Views: 3415

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by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Nebraska State Senator Sues God Over Natural Disasters
Replies: 14
Views: 3094

Let Chambers serve the papers himself! I'm sure it will be a short visit - and very hot afterwards... :wink:
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lion Hunters
Replies: 11
Views: 3259

Every time someone mentions a Enfield I can't help but gloat about my "Smelly (SMLE) Nelly" which is of course my No.1 Mk. III rebarreled to 45/70 which I think i'd prefer to a 303 for Lions. I have 8 differents loads waiting for a trip to the Kokohead Firing Range. I also have a super co...
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Anti-gun CA Senator Dianne Feinstein At It Again!
Replies: 15
Views: 3881

phlatnose wrote:She got her CCW permit in 1976 after her house was shot up. The permit has expired. She had the gun melted down, and it was handed to pope john paul.
Yes she is a hippycrit.
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by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: **OT** Did Everyone Follow Through?
Replies: 28
Views: 5499

Never had one either!
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS: Sorry Junior, Here's how your Party sees you.
Replies: 65
Views: 13108

Being from the other side of the pond I suppose I shouldn't really reply. But I find this post fascinating! I can see now, how brother could fight brother in the War of Northern Aggression. It's good that so many of you care enough to debate this argument. Here in the UK apathy rules and we get pol...
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Thinking about getting a cell phone
Replies: 25
Views: 5140

I use a trackphone, I usually buy a year card for $100 and add minutes as I need them. I'll second Buffboy. My wife has used a tracphone for years. She has a cell phone for emergency use, and a bit of convenience, but is not one of those idiots we all see that live with one 24/7 on their ear (and s...
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Barrel length 1873
Replies: 18
Views: 4016

Really depends on what you're going to do with it, but in the "cool" department, the 30" can't be beat!!! 8)
by Ysabel Kid
Thu Sep 20, 2007 6:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Politics - Fred Thompson's record on the 2nd Amendment
Replies: 24
Views: 5316

I like Paul, but he is not going to get elected, so why focus our energy on him? Thompson has a very solid chance of winning the primary. He certainly has the best understanding (outside of perhaps Paul) of the Constitution and the principles of Federalism. He is much more likely to be on the right ...
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What the hey?!!!
Replies: 12
Views: 3424

Ysabel kid you've only been registered here since yesterday and your up to 35 posts! I think we know who the talkative one is. I think it's your fault the old site went down. :twisted: Quilty as charged! I was in Vegas the last two days. Tried to keep my east-coast body clock though, since I headed...
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - My S&W M10 is back.
Replies: 6
Views: 1944

Pictures???
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR - This ever happen to you?
Replies: 3
Views: 1298

HUMOR - This ever happen to you?

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Really just wanted to see if posting pictures was the same here as our beloved old forum (please come back soon!!!)
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Hogue vs. Pachmayr
Replies: 12
Views: 3103

I used both as well, and right now have handguns sporting both - but none on single-actions!!! :wink:

I do like the Hogue "Bill Jordan" wood grips on my S&W Model 629. On my auto's, they are wearing Pac's... :)
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Four minutes after legal shootin' time...
Replies: 4
Views: 1949

Weren't you on bear-light savings time? :wink:
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: AUCTION ALERT - Browning model 71 carbine on GB
Replies: 30
Views: 8851

Congratulations Andrew!!! :D I saw one for $800 at a table at the "Dixie Gun Show" in Charlotte this weekend, but had no funds... :cry: Hey, Ysabel. That one from Dixie could still be yours. :D Steve, you're killing me... I'm sitting in the airport in Las Vegas watching the sun come up, w...
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Am I As Crazy As My Wife Thinks ?
Replies: 13
Views: 4134

Compared to what women buy? :roll:

I'd take our kind of crazy any day of the week! :wink:
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request
Replies: 31
Views: 6550

Great news! Continuing the prayers for further and full recovery!
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS: Sorry Junior, Here's how your Party sees you.
Replies: 65
Views: 13108

I"m old enough and finished with all the important stuff, except getting older....I may refuse to go to the back of the bus and see what happens...... Tubby - I'm with you, though not old enough, with young children to still raise. But I refuse to live life on my knees - I'd rather die free. I...
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Humor
Replies: 5
Views: 1769

This one keeps getting better as they add to it!

Game Keeper & Nath - anything to add for your Engish cows? How about all the Aussies we have? :wink:
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wolves are killing my moose!
Replies: 45
Views: 9262

Great photos!!!
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I got my rifle in today. Winchester M71 in 450 Alaskan
Replies: 19
Views: 5670

That certainly is a fine looking rifle. And I just learned something new. Haven't seen too many 71s, but that's the first I've seen with a staight grip. Maybe the reason for the tang. Stock change? Congratulations. Agreed. I thought the '71 didn't come in a straight grip configuration. That sure do...
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: target photos
Replies: 15
Views: 3789

I think I'd be saving that recipe!!! :D
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 7:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What the hey?!!!
Replies: 12
Views: 3424

Welcome back (of course, I just rejoined yesterday, so can't saw much!)

The old site was just so darn popular and we're all such a talkative bunch we apparently overloaded it! :)

I can't wait for it to get back up to snuff!!!
by Ysabel Kid
Wed Sep 19, 2007 7:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- New Home, New Job, New Life... ARGH !
Replies: 20
Views: 4230

Ji -

You continue to be in my prayers each night. I hope things turn around for you soon my friend.
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 8:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - How to spot a hunter with with too many DWIs...
Replies: 14
Views: 4044

Maybe he hit it while on his bicycle? :lol:
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request
Replies: 31
Views: 6550

Prayers up!
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Interesting fact
Replies: 3
Views: 1413

Interesting fact

This may come as a surprise to those not living in Las Vegas (I don't), but there are more Catholic churches there than casinos! Not surprisingly, some worshippers at Sunday Mass will give casino tokens and chips rather than cash when the basket is passed. Since they get so many of these from all th...
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Surprised more people didn't make the jump over here.
Replies: 29
Views: 6112

Took me a while (a couple weeks). Between heavy travel for work, and too much to do at home, just didn't do it. Plus, I have to admit, I really miss the old site's format. After a year as a member, I got used to it. I very much appreciate the temporary forum here (very nice of them), but the format ...
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR - Dear Abby
Replies: 15
Views: 3760

Truth hurts!!! :lol:
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: moving out of newbie status
Replies: 9
Views: 2812

Congrats! It is a life-long addicition!!! :wink:

You're in Texas - send it to Steve Young. I did with mine years ago, and it is the slickest lever I own!!! :mrgreen:
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Missing Korean War Marine Identified-Returned Home
Replies: 10
Views: 3972

Welcome home indeed. Thanks for posting Tom!
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My idea of a plinking target
Replies: 8
Views: 2871

Magnificient idea!!! :D
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Pledge of Allegiance
Replies: 6
Views: 2301

One of my favorites... :D
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FS - Browning Model 71 rifle - reduced
Replies: 15
Views: 3999

cubrock -

You didn't happen to be at the Dixie Gun & Knife show in Charlotte this past weekend, did you? I swear I saw this rifle there - or it's clone!
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First frost
Replies: 16
Views: 4440

Frost? I can't remember what it looks like. It's been a long, hot summer in northern South Carolina. Finally had some rain Friday night - and the temperature didn't break 90 for the first time in over a month! Even dipped down into the high 50's Sunday night - it felt great!! :D
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Not levergunning but nearly as good with pics.
Replies: 11
Views: 3879

I aqm sooooo jealous! Congrats Nath - doesn't get much better!!! :D
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Humor
Replies: 5
Views: 1697

No good deed goes unpunished... :wink:
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: My gun safe
Replies: 2
Views: 1429

Sounds good! :D
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I got burned!
Replies: 13
Views: 4117

At least the person who was robbed got his property back... The pawn shop too will suffer. Slightly related. Our local pawn shop has a big sign on the door "Don't bring us stolen items". Directly underneath are two signs, "Convicted" and "Indicted" and below each sign ...
by Ysabel Kid
Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: AUCTION ALERT - Browning model 71 carbine on GB
Replies: 30
Views: 8851

Congratulations Andrew!!! :D

I saw one for $800 at a table at the "Dixie Gun Show" in Charlotte this weekend, but had no funds... :cry: