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by piller
Sun Aug 06, 2023 9:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Use For Your Cracked 30-30 Shells
Replies: 6
Views: 374

Re: A Use For Your Cracked 30-30 Shells

Great idea.
by piller
Sun Aug 06, 2023 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Neat fire starter ( made one )
Replies: 20
Views: 702

Re: Neat fire starter ( made one )

If your wife burns candles, set the used candle glass in hot water. The candle wax will soften and come out easily. Buy a cheap saucepan and gently heat up the candle scraps until they are liquid. Put in the rope and push it under with whatever you want. Remove from heat and allow to cool until it s...
by piller
Sun Aug 06, 2023 9:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: When plastics (or rubber?) go BAD......?
Replies: 14
Views: 693

Re: When plastics (or rubber?) go BAD......?

My Walther & Wesson model 99 has had to have the plastic at the back of the grip replaced. It one day just crumbled. I looked on Walther's website, and on Smith&Wesson's. They both sell the same grip panel for the same price. I plan on buying another panel and putting it away in about a year...
by piller
Sun Aug 06, 2023 9:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 15225

Re: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)

I don't encourage it, but Mycroft will get out and bark at all the dogs in the neighborhood. The Animal Control Officer gets called and he plays hide and seek with her a while before doing his Superman impression back over the fence. Not allowed by city ordinance to put up an 8 foot fence. I have ha...
by piller
Sun Aug 06, 2023 9:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'm Feeling Flush . . .
Replies: 13
Views: 500

Re: I'm Feeling Flush . . .

That sounds more like pioneer type of stocking up rather than hoarding. It is things you know you can use, even if it is 20 years from now, rather than buying just because you know someone will run short and you want to have it.
by piller
Sun Aug 06, 2023 9:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 35 Remington...!
Replies: 22
Views: 790

Re: 35 Remington...!

Got a 32 Special model 94 from them a few years ago. It was exactly what they said as far as condition. So far it is totally satisfactory.
by piller
Sat Aug 05, 2023 10:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'm Feeling Flush . . .
Replies: 13
Views: 500

Re: I'm Feeling Flush . . .

The current price for a box of 50 .45 Colt rounds at the local Academy Sports &Outdoors is almost $65.00.
by piller
Sat Aug 05, 2023 10:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: S&W .350 Legend
Replies: 9
Views: 488

Re: S&W .350 Legend

An upper might be of interest if found at fire sale prices. Otherwise, not needed at all.
by piller
Sat Aug 05, 2023 10:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 35 Remington...!
Replies: 22
Views: 790

Re: 35 Remington...!

I like my Marlin in 35 Rem. For what little I do anymore, it is probably all I need.
by piller
Sat Aug 05, 2023 10:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A little .22lr fun this morning
Replies: 17
Views: 614

Re: A little .22lr fun this morning

Why are you having Winter temperatures, Jason?
by piller
Sat Aug 05, 2023 10:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 15225

Re: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)

I have escape artists, too. Mycroft, a 25 pound terrier mix can jump a 6 foot fence. Keeping him in is not possible. Colter digs like a Ditch Witch.
by piller
Sat Aug 05, 2023 10:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you could spare a prayer today
Replies: 39
Views: 1532

Re: If you could spare a prayer today

Prayers up.
by piller
Fri Aug 04, 2023 9:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thoughts on pocket knives.
Replies: 60
Views: 1627

Re: Thoughts on pocket knives.

Got my first knife at 4 years old. Only time I haven't had one on me since was in Basic Training. Lots of knives still in my possession. On me know is a Hofner in 440C. Had a few Kancept. Poor heat treatment. Won't hold an edge. Like Spyderco. Still have an old original Delica with serrated blade. I...
by piller
Thu Aug 03, 2023 8:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 'How big is that dog ?'
Replies: 5
Views: 271

Re: 'How big is that dog ?'

If you are still breeding dogs when we have the next one cross the rainbow bridge, Pillher will get a puppu. The doghouse is the difference. She loves Snoopy.
by piller
Thu Aug 03, 2023 8:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 15225

Re: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)

If they learn to jump, watch out.
by piller
Thu Aug 03, 2023 8:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lockback Pocket Knife
Replies: 33
Views: 1079

Re: Lockback Pocket Knife

I've carried a Cutco folding lockback pocket knife for years. I've never heard of this company! Sheesh. Thanks for the reference... Cutco is partnered with KaBar. They use 440B steel. Good kitchen knives. Hold an edge well and do not rust. Easier to sharpen than scalpel steel. Scalpels are 440C. Ca...
by piller
Sun Jul 30, 2023 10:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another one gone, Ontario Knife Company
Replies: 9
Views: 564

Re: Another one gone, Ontario Knife Company

Lots of their blades were kitchen knives or sheath knives in 1095 steel. Terrible for pocket knives, but good for kitchen work if dried and oiled. Great for sheath knives or swords because of the flexibility. 1095 holds the record in Japan for most Tatami mats cut in a single stroke. Flexibility is ...
by piller
Sun Jul 30, 2023 10:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lockback Pocket Knife
Replies: 33
Views: 1079

Re: Lockback Pocket Knife

For the past 10 or 12 years I've carried a Kershaw "LEEK", mdl # 1660ST. Simple, still American made (last I checked), durable and good support. Early on I broke a lock and it was sent right out... with a spare! The steel is Swedish steel made specifically for that knife. 14C28 steel. Sha...
by piller
Sun Jul 30, 2023 10:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Worst things about being a physician...
Replies: 5
Views: 340

Re: Worst things about being a physician...

Pre exam Friday to see if I am a candidate for TERP procedure. No cancer. Sort of weird seeing parts on screen that you don't even look at on a deer you have killed. Last CT scan showed gallstones. Waiting and watching. No symptoms. All cancers so far have been on my face. 3 different Baylor trained...
by piller
Sun Jul 30, 2023 9:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lockback Pocket Knife
Replies: 33
Views: 1079

Re: Lockback Pocket Knife

Just got one of these with m390 steel.
https://cobratecknives.com/products/sma ... 5a47&_ss=r

Light and small. It is OTF, so check local laws.
by piller
Sun Jul 30, 2023 9:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lockback Pocket Knife
Replies: 33
Views: 1079

Re: Lockback Pocket Knife

154 CM is good steel. I can't keep my Kancept experimental knife with S35V steel sharp. Bought it at the big blade show in Ft Worth. Last day and they sold it. No name or number to the design. My Spyderco Endura with S30V is sharp enough to shave with and holds a good edge, but it is big. My Hofner ...
by piller
Sun Jul 30, 2023 9:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Moving away from the AR-15
Replies: 84
Views: 2960

Re: Moving away from the AR-15

My Marlin in 35 Rem is plenty for what I hunt now. 35 Rem is a hard hitting cartridge in my experience.
by piller
Sun Jul 30, 2023 9:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers For Our Friend Gunny Reed
Replies: 21
Views: 816

Re: Prayers For Our Friend Gunny Reed

Could have been worse, although broken ribs and pelvis cannot be fun. Prayers continue.
by piller
Sat Jul 29, 2023 10:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you wanted the plain Ruger Wrangler ...
Replies: 7
Views: 353

Re: If you wanted the plain Ruger Wrangler ...

Grizz wrote: Sat Jul 29, 2023 10:02 pm
piller wrote: Sat Jul 29, 2023 9:31 pm I am not fond of fixed sights.
fixed is my favorite. i've fixed a few too . . :D
I can "Bubba" them.
by piller
Sat Jul 29, 2023 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rossi shows very good sense
Replies: 13
Views: 611

Re: Rossi shows very good sense

Not too bad on the eyes.
by piller
Sat Jul 29, 2023 9:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Nice fire starter....
Replies: 3
Views: 259

Re: Nice fire starter....

I would not want it for home defense.
by piller
Sat Jul 29, 2023 9:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cleaning brass, breaking-in barrels, gun cleaning...
Replies: 6
Views: 352

Re: Cleaning brass, breaking-in barrels, gun cleaning...

Sort of goes against what I was taught.
by piller
Sat Jul 29, 2023 9:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you wanted the plain Ruger Wrangler ...
Replies: 7
Views: 353

Re: If you wanted the plain Ruger Wrangler ...

I am not fond of fixed sights.
by piller
Sat Jul 29, 2023 9:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers For Our Friend Gunny Reed
Replies: 21
Views: 816

Re: Prayers For Our Friend Gunny Reed

Prayers up. Sure doesn't look fun.
by piller
Fri Jul 28, 2023 10:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Moving away from the AR-15
Replies: 84
Views: 2960

Re: Moving away from the AR-15

In 1986, basic training, I had the only M16 left in the armory. Everyone else had an A1. That thing was worn out completely and rattled like a chihuahua's teeth chattering in 30 degree weather. It couldn't hit anything at 300 yards. Same hold, first shot might be 3 meters left, next shot straight on...
by piller
Fri Jul 28, 2023 9:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another Look At 357Mag For Deer Hunting
Replies: 60
Views: 8569

Re: Another Look At 357Mag For Deer Hunting

In my area, shots are rarely over about 100 yards. At 100 yards, I am not too concerned with having enough power. If you cannot get more than .357 Mag, it doesn't matter. I am more concerned with the people using 7mmRem Mag at 100 yards. Overpenetration and damage to lots of things out past what you...
by piller
Tue Jul 25, 2023 7:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This needs to change
Replies: 14
Views: 640

Re: This needs to change

Dallas County DA refuses to prosecute theft under adout $700 now. It is looking like a bad 70s dystopian movie.
by piller
Tue Jul 25, 2023 7:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This Would Be Funny If It Wasn't So True . . .
Replies: 10
Views: 460

Re: This Would Be Funny If It Wasn't So True . . .

If I go without, no headache or craving. I just like the taste, feel, and heat of the morning cup. I drink it black.
No Orange Juice for me unless my sugar is really low, like in the 50s. It yanks my sugar level up too high otherwise. Anything above 65 and I am good.
by piller
Mon Jul 24, 2023 7:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This Would Be Funny If It Wasn't So True . . .
Replies: 10
Views: 460

Re: This Would Be Funny If It Wasn't So True . . .

Coffee is the best part of my morning routine.
by piller
Mon Jul 24, 2023 7:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 410 fun.
Replies: 40
Views: 1393

Re: 410 fun.

That pattern at 40 yards doesn't look bad to me. Not much should escape unscathed.
by piller
Fri Jul 21, 2023 1:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Second battle of Adobe Walls
Replies: 41
Views: 1705

Re: Second battle of Adobe Walls

I am not real familiar with all the old cartridges. Seems as if they were pretty effective when one looks at them with consideration for the technology of the time. I am familiar with the .45-70, and it still works well within its limits.
by piller
Fri Jul 21, 2023 1:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Modern 250 Savage
Replies: 23
Views: 1012

Re: Modern 250 Savage

No experience with either one, but the one on the left has an older style taper at the shoulder. I am guessing it is Savage.
by piller
Fri Jul 21, 2023 1:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 15225

Re: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)

I have 4 dogs, and city ordinances say that is all. Sorry, but I can't help.
by piller
Fri Jul 21, 2023 1:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Of Squirrels, Dogs, and Men
Replies: 15
Views: 512

Re: Of Squirrels, Dogs, and Men

Some people import destructive species because they have rose colored glasses nostalgia about where they are from WITHOUT THE SENSE TO SEE THE DIFFERENCE IN CLIMATE AND PREDATORY SPECIES. Sorry for yelling, but I have seen near total destruction by introduced species in a few places. Granted, I have...
by piller
Fri Jul 21, 2023 1:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This is a pretty cool shooter
Replies: 21
Views: 930

Re: This is a pretty cool shooter

I don't have that sort of knowledge. Perhaps Sixgun can tell you. He knows the old guns.
by piller
Sun Jul 16, 2023 6:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dear Diary .. er ... Facebook entry ...
Replies: 6
Views: 265

Re: Dear Diary .. er ... Facebook entry ...

That's a good one. This might be my favorite. I Come To The Garden Alone While The Dew Is Still On The Roses, And The Voice I Hear Falling On My Ear The Son Of God Discloses. And He Walks With Me, And He Talks With Me, And He Tells Me I Am His Own; And The Joy We Share As We Tarry There, None Other...
by piller
Sun Jul 16, 2023 6:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Modern 250 Savage
Replies: 23
Views: 1012

Re: Modern 250 Savage

Sounds like a reasonable carry rifle for places with 100 to 300 yard shooting distances.
by piller
Sun Jul 16, 2023 6:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This is a pretty cool shooter
Replies: 21
Views: 930

Re: This is a pretty cool shooter

Looks short enough to carry easily.
by piller
Sun Jul 16, 2023 6:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Elasmobranchology.....
Replies: 2
Views: 192

Re: Elasmobranchology.....

Grape oinker! :roll: I would never remember that term for a shark.
by piller
Sun Jul 16, 2023 6:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My sister got a card from a friend.
Replies: 2
Views: 151

Re: My sister got a card from a friend.

Funny. :lol:
by piller
Sun Jul 16, 2023 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Feeling sorry for our friends in Phoenix
Replies: 34
Views: 973

Re: Feeling sorry for our friends in Phoenix

I am out of shape and used to working in the a/c now. Going outdoors in the heat feels worse, but it is just me. I need to lose weight.
by piller
Sun Jul 16, 2023 4:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday To Ollogger (68), JBowen
Replies: 11
Views: 342

Re: Happy Birthday To Ollogger (68), JBowen

It takes time to get over it. If taste and smell are coming back, then the virus is gone. Stay safe!
by piller
Sat Jul 15, 2023 8:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thanks Bill in Oregon
Replies: 11
Views: 339

Re: Thanks Bill in Oregon

Longshot out of a revolver gives pretty good accuracy. Yes, it is louder than 296/H110.
by piller
Sat Jul 15, 2023 8:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday To Ollogger (68), JBowen
Replies: 11
Views: 342

Re: Happy Birthday To Ollogger (68), JBowen

Vitamin D, Ivermectin, red wine or the tablets called Resveratrol, and plenty of tonic water will knock it out in about 3 days. That is even if you have lost all sense of taste and smell.