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by markinalpine
Mon Apr 16, 2012 9:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cruel -- but funny!
Replies: 9
Views: 1053

Cruel -- but funny!

In the bar the other day I was telling that old joke about what do you do if you see an epileptic having a fit in the bathtub. The answer, of course, being...throw in your wash. We were all having a good laugh about this when this big bastard tapped me on the shoulder and said, "I don't find th...
by markinalpine
Mon Mar 19, 2012 4:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Step Right Up, Get Your New 2012 Savage 99-AR
Replies: 15
Views: 1671

Re: Step Right Up, Get Your New 2012 Savage 99-AR

:lol: Check that availability date! :lol:

Mark :wink:
by markinalpine
Thu Mar 15, 2012 3:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Reloading Berdan Primed Cases
Replies: 10
Views: 1918

Re: Reloading Berdan Primed Cases

Here's a sticky from the CastBoolits Forum: http://castboolits.gunloads.com/showthread.php?t=143958
Converting Berdan primer pockets to Boxer
Good luck,
Mark :idea:
by markinalpine
Mon Mar 12, 2012 3:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For You Pitchy (I want one of these so bad)
Replies: 19
Views: 2918

Re: For You Pitchy (I want one of these so bad)

:shock: no no no no no, i have no intrest in getting that high, at least in a air plane :lol: New a guy that had one once, when he went to land it a side wind tipped it over and tore it up pretty bad. They are cool and for those that like such things would be fun. When i fly i want one hand on the ...
by markinalpine
Thu Mar 08, 2012 9:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Pitchy Plane Project
Replies: 194
Views: 15764

Re: The Pitchy Plane Project

How about a bi-plane version? :shock:

Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Sun Mar 04, 2012 10:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: English Hospitality?
Replies: 5
Views: 722

English Hospitality?

An American tourist in London decides to skip his tour group and explore the city on his own. He wanders around, seeing the sights, and occasionally stopping at a quaint pub to soak up the local culture, chat with the lads, and have a pint. After a while, he finds himself in a very high class neighb...
by markinalpine
Sat Mar 03, 2012 3:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: search
Replies: 8
Views: 846

Re: search

I find the forum's search to be frustrating. When I really want to find something I use the Google search and specify the domain, levergunscommunity.com. Not trying to induce any paranoa, but I avoid google as much as possible. It's just my suspicious mind at work. :evil: Anyone know where I can ge...
by markinalpine
Thu Feb 23, 2012 5:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For men only
Replies: 19
Views: 1693

Re: For men only

On a slightly OT comment, What's the difference between "Naked", and "Nekkid?" :?:

Naked means you don't have clothes on. :shock:

Nekkid means the same, but you're up to something! :twisted:

Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Tue Feb 21, 2012 5:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Puzzle to prevent Altzheimer's
Replies: 12
Views: 1225

Puzzle to prevent Altzheimer's

It's challenging, but solveable:
http://www.brl.ntt.co.jp/people/hara/fly.swf
Mark :twisted:
by markinalpine
Sun Feb 19, 2012 3:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: its another chili day
Replies: 18
Views: 1376

Re: its another chili day

I was inspired by this thread to fix a pot of chili yesterday. 1.5 lb "Charcoal Arm Roast" (whatever the heck that is) cubed. 1.5 lb yellow onions coarsely diced 1/2 head garlic run through a garlic press 1.5 lb Roma tomatoes, coarsely diced 2 good sized dried Hatch chile pods 1 rounded te...
by markinalpine
Sat Feb 18, 2012 9:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: its another chili day
Replies: 18
Views: 1376

Re: its another chili day

Old Law Dog, As far as I'm concerned, if you like beans in your chili, go ahead. Down south of me about 80 miles is Terlingua, home of an annual chili cook-off. I don't know why, but there was a schism several years ago, and the one contest is now two, with one sponsored by a Wick Fowler group, and ...
by markinalpine
Sat Feb 18, 2012 7:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Pitchy Plane Project
Replies: 194
Views: 15764

Re: The Pitchy Plane Project

GOOD! You're still with us.
#1
Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Sat Feb 18, 2012 2:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: its another chili day
Replies: 18
Views: 1376

Re: OT its another chili day

Only TWO garlic cloves? :(
I'd use at least half a head. :twisted:
(But I live alone, except for the dog, and he doesn't mind.) :shock:
Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Mon Jan 30, 2012 4:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Exotic Hunting... In Texas.
Replies: 16
Views: 1367

Re: Exotic Hunting... In Texas.

BlaineG wrote::evil: If you want to eff up a good thang, give it to the gubment :evil:
Yes, I'm reminded of that about twice a week while I'm unblocking the 1.6(3.2, 4.8, +) gallon per (non)flush toilet mandated by the gubmint to "save" water.
Mark :evil:
by markinalpine
Sun Jan 29, 2012 6:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Support Starbucks during the anti gun boycott!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 51
Views: 5980

Re: Support Starbucks during the anti gun boycott!!!!!!!!!

11B (does that still mean what I knew it to be?)
Well the nearest Starbucks is over 160 miles away ONE WAY, and my pickup gets about 16mpg if I restrain my lead foot, so I'll just have to go to my local grocery and spend $10 on a bag of their beans. I can grind my own, though.
Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Sun Jan 29, 2012 5:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Humor ? The Italian's Poker Night
Replies: 3
Views: 2157

Re: Humor ? The Italian's Poker Night

Im'a gonna steal dat! :lol: :lol:

Mark :mrgreen:

EDIT: Okey Doakey, I just stole it. Send'a copies to my two brudders and'a my brudder in law. Dey's good guys. You'da like'a dem.
by markinalpine
Sun Jan 29, 2012 5:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Purgatory Pic gets a new Gun Cart
Replies: 12
Views: 1309

Re: Purgatory Pic gets a new Gun Cart

Looks like good workmanship. Nice design. #1!

Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Mon Jan 23, 2012 9:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Home Security Yard Sign.
Replies: 16
Views: 2612

Re: Home Security Yard Sign.

:shock: Keep 'em guessing! :shock:

Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Thu Jan 12, 2012 6:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For Blaine and other punsters....
Replies: 10
Views: 910

Re: For Blaine and other punsters....

A cow tried to jump over a 8' high, electrified barb wire fence. Udder destruction!
by markinalpine
Sat Jan 07, 2012 1:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: American Hangunner Articles about Colt Single Action Army
Replies: 11
Views: 1037

Re: American Hangunner Articles about Colt Single Action Army

I've let all my gun mag subscriptions run out, but every now and then I'll pick up an American Handgunner off the rack. Thanks for the link. I've read a couple of the articles and will eventually read them all. It and GUNS are available on-line. http://www.americanhandgunner.com http://www.gunsmaga...
by markinalpine
Fri Jan 06, 2012 1:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: American Hangunner Articles about Colt Single Action Army
Replies: 11
Views: 1037

American Hangunner Articles about Colt Single Action Army

http://www.americanhandgunner.com/genes ... on-series/

12 articles by Mike "Duke" Venterino.
Genesis Of The Colt Single Action Series
Happy New Year,
Mark :idea:
by markinalpine
Sat Dec 17, 2011 8:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Why does the kick on a cresent butt feel more harsh?
Replies: 39
Views: 4194

Re: Why does the kick on a cresent butt feel more harsh?

claybob86 wrote:Never had any trouble with the crescents, and I love their looks on a long barreled rifle! 8)
DITTO!

Merry Christmas,
Mark
by markinalpine
Wed Nov 30, 2011 5:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Moose Hunters?
Replies: 2
Views: 729

Moose Hunters?

moose' revenge.jpg
I especially like the longnecks!
Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Fri Nov 11, 2011 5:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This'll get yer blood pumpin'
Replies: 3
Views: 726

Re: This'll get yer blood pumpin'

That was great! Thanks.
Thanks also for me spending another half hour listening to Sousa Marches listed as related videos on You Tube. :lol:

Mark :mrgreen:
by markinalpine
Sun Oct 09, 2011 1:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Model 1895
Replies: 4
Views: 1144

Re: Winchester Model 1895

HEY!
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Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Tue Oct 04, 2011 4:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mossberg 464 "Brush Gun"
Replies: 16
Views: 8900

Re: Mossberg 464 "Brush Gun"

Here's one positive review: Mossberg's Model 464™ Lever Action Rifle

Mark :idea:
by markinalpine
Sun Sep 18, 2011 8:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Trying out a new Avatar. What do you think?
Replies: 9
Views: 1230

Re: OT Trying out a new Avatar. What do you think?

Thanks, I appreciate all your votes of approval (?) BlaineG, Some years ago, when the NCO was screaming at my squad mate to get that d-mn smile off his face, the guy made the mistake of rejoining "that's not a smile - it's a grimace, SIR!" which wasn't received well. Anyway, I've been goin...
by markinalpine
Sun Sep 18, 2011 3:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Trying out a new Avatar. What do you think?
Replies: 9
Views: 1230

OT Trying out a new Avatar. What do you think?

New one in the usual place.
Here's the old one.
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Mark :?:
by markinalpine
Fri Sep 09, 2011 6:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Modified sandbox bullet backstop
Replies: 4
Views: 1587

Re: Modified sandbox bullet backstop

Corrugated Plastic, such as is used for outdoor advertising and political campaign signs, will seal pretty well, and you might be able to get them free. :lol:
Just be careful of the PC "Hate Crime" nannies. :shock:
Mark :mrgreen:
by markinalpine
Wed Sep 07, 2011 3:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another Casting Question.
Replies: 16
Views: 2456

Re: Another Casting Question.

Here's a good instruction manual on line: Glenn Fryxell's On-Line Cast Bullet Guide

Mark :idea:
by markinalpine
Mon Aug 15, 2011 7:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: ? about Palo Duro Canyon
Replies: 10
Views: 1524

Re: OT: ? about Palo Duro Canyon

Here's their URL for others who might be interested: Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Mark :idea:
by markinalpine
Thu Aug 11, 2011 2:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Humor - Coming to your Doctor's Office?
Replies: 1
Views: 690

OT Humor - Coming to your Doctor's Office?

Sure would save money! :shock:
obamacare colonoscopy.gif
Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Humor gotta love Texas
Replies: 6
Views: 908

Re: Humor gotta love Texas

I like your version. :roll:
NO! Really! :lol: :lol:
Mark :D
by markinalpine
Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- She's home! All went well. Thanks!
Replies: 34
Views: 4283

Re: OT- She's home! All went well. Thanks!

I'll offer a prayer for some rain and a cool-down in your area.
Best wishes,
Mark
by markinalpine
Sat Jul 30, 2011 5:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Weapons for our Soldiers
Replies: 8
Views: 1966

New Weapons for our Soldiers

A few new goodies in the works:
.50 Cal Machine Gun
Improved 60mm Mortar
Deadlier Tank Round
Army Times Article

Mark :mrgreen:
by markinalpine
Tue Jul 26, 2011 6:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A simple but effective backstop
Replies: 10
Views: 1946

Re: A simple but effective backstop

If you have a few days :o , go over to the Cast Boolits forum and read this thread: http://castboolits.gunloads.com/showthread.php?t=26627
It tends to meander about, but they cover many different methods for stopping bullets, and have lots of examples with pictures.
Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Tue Jul 26, 2011 6:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Texas size Spinning Wheel
Replies: 24
Views: 3075

Re: Texas Spinning Wheel

I admire your industry. :)

Mark
by markinalpine
Mon Jul 25, 2011 8:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT--Penetration, 45 Colt
Replies: 18
Views: 3968

Re: OT--Penetration, 45 Colt

I need to start a water jug stash so I can join in on the fun. I've got two boys, 17 and 15, and they take down about 7 gallon jugs of milk a week. More if there are chocolate poptarts in the pantry. I should have a pretty good stash by the Fall. I want to shoot some Swift A-frames into some water ...
by markinalpine
Wed Jul 06, 2011 1:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Silencers, suppressors question
Replies: 22
Views: 2712

Re: Silencers, suppressors question

Here's one guy's SOOOOPER Suppressor

Building A Portable Outdoor Noise Barrier Or...

Don't know when he wrote this, but at the time he spent $209 on materials. :shock:

Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Wed Jul 06, 2011 12:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kentucky Frank and Little Fawn Old West Cabinet Photo.
Replies: 10
Views: 1998

Re: Kentucky Frank and Little Fawn Old West Cabinet Photo.

Charming couple, but where did you find their names? Are they written on the back?

Mark :?:
by markinalpine
Fri Jul 01, 2011 8:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: "mrads" instead of "moa"
Replies: 11
Views: 2193

Re: OT: "mrads" instead of "moa"

This site: http://www.mil-dot.com/articles/the-mildot-reticle
probably has more than you want to know about MILDOTS, milrads, and even includes an explanation of MOA, Minute Of Angle. :shock:

Mark :lol:
by markinalpine
Sat Jun 25, 2011 11:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Happy Birthday RIHMFIRE.
Replies: 14
Views: 1001

Re: OT Happy Birthday RIHMFIRE.

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Hippo Birdie Two Ewe!

Mark :shock: :oops: :lol:
by markinalpine
Sun Jun 12, 2011 11:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lever gun from Nepal
Replies: 17
Views: 2828

Re: Lever gun from Nepal

Shooting Your Martini Henry Rifle

Here's an old article from the SurplusRifle web-site. He did reform 24 ga. brass shotshells.
Mark :shock:
by markinalpine
Thu Jun 09, 2011 1:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RECENT FFL EXPERIENCE?? - DONE -
Replies: 11
Views: 2458

Re: RECENT FFL EXPERIENCE?? - UPDATE -

Hobie wrote:Last summer the boss man's renewal was late by about 2½ months. He got a letter extending the old license to cover that period. Apparently, the BATFE was backlogged.
Maybe they are too busy gunwalking weapons to Mexican Narcos, in a fast and furious manner! :twisted:

Mark :?
by markinalpine
Mon Jun 06, 2011 4:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: There's GOTTA Be A Smile In Here, Somewhere !
Replies: 9
Views: 1826

Re: OT: There's GOTTA Be A Smile In Here, Somewhere !

:lol: :lol: :lol:

#6 - or ICBMs

How do you cook Kidneys? You boil the p1ss out of them.

Mark :D
by markinalpine
Sat Jun 04, 2011 7:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Humor - Dead Horse Theory
Replies: 7
Views: 940

OT - Humor - Dead Horse Theory

The tribal wisdom of the Dakota Indians, passed on from generation to generation, says that, " When you discover that you are riding a dead horse, the best strategy is to dismount." However, in government, education, and in corporate America, more advanced strategies are often employed, su...
by markinalpine
Fri Jun 03, 2011 3:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Box O' Truth Article: Rejuvenating an 1873 in .32-20
Replies: 4
Views: 729

Box O' Truth Article: Rejuvenating an 1873 in .32-20

NOT a restoration job: http://www.theboxotruth.com/docs/edu126.htm Old Painless demonstrates taking a badly neglected rifle a making it shootable. "One day at church, my friend Joe asked me if I would be home on Monday. I said that I would, Lord willing, and he said he was bringing something to...
by markinalpine
Mon May 30, 2011 5:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Totally OT but Hilarious!
Replies: 7
Views: 1168

Re: Totally OT but Hilarious!

Already forwarded :lol:

Mark :D