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by piller
Sun Aug 20, 2023 1:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Locals
Replies: 6
Views: 317

Re: The Locals

Mountain Lions have been found in Texas not too far from Dallas. Seeing them is probably better than having them around and not seeing them. I have never knowingly been in their territory, and I am not really wanting to change that. If they were in my area, I would be keeping watch. My dogs that I s...
by piller
Sun Aug 20, 2023 12:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 10mm combo
Replies: 6
Views: 253

Re: 10mm combo

Alas, this is the one combo post I will not be able to contribute to personally. No .40-cal/10MM longarms in my collection... :( Here's a .40 S&W for you Jay. https://i.imgur.com/mRKdRCQ.jpg I keep this set in my company SUV. I was never a big fan of the .40 until I got one. Not the biggest and...
by piller
Sun Aug 20, 2023 12:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 10mm combo
Replies: 6
Views: 253

Re: 10mm combo

44shooter wrote: Sat Aug 19, 2023 12:09 pm How do you like your Hi-Point?
It works, and it is accurate. Sure is ugly, but I didn't buy it for its looks.
by piller
Thu Aug 17, 2023 8:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Boy, Does 55 Years Play Tricks on the Memory
Replies: 10
Views: 544

Re: Boy, Does 55 Years Play Tricks on the Memory

In gunnery practice at Grafenwoehr, we got to shoot a few of the HEAT rounds and in the evening they would light up the sky with all sorts of bright colors depending upon what metal they were burning through as they exploded. My older brother, commo sergeant for the Cav unit, said that the Germans ...
by piller
Thu Aug 17, 2023 8:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Sad Day Today ....
Replies: 8
Views: 472

Re: A Sad Day Today ....

When it is your time, you probably have little choice. My condolences on your losses.
by piller
Thu Aug 17, 2023 7:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kudos to Winchester
Replies: 3
Views: 257

Re: Kudos to Winchester

As we know, some powders can be position sensitive, and equipment error can cause light charges or double charges. Yes, the manufacturers need feedback. Good for Winchester.
by piller
Thu Aug 17, 2023 7:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1060 combo
Replies: 7
Views: 271

Re: 1060 combo

Could be fun.
by piller
Thu Aug 17, 2023 7:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Leveraction revolvers
Replies: 14
Views: 526

Re: Leveraction revolvers

Cool looking guns. Not everything has to be pretty.
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 11:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another combo
Replies: 5
Views: 182

Re: Another combo

You got it. That is the rifle which took a Water Buffalo/Cape Buffalo hybrid at Hondo.
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 11:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Favorite flavor of Life Savers?
Replies: 12
Views: 556

Re: Favorite flavor of Life Savers?

Clove first, pineapple second. Tangerine third. Wintergreen fourth.
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 11:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 500 Linebaugh combo
Replies: 3
Views: 201

Re: 500 Linebaugh combo

Very cool!
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 11:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 10mm combo
Replies: 6
Views: 253

10mm combo

Not leverguns. Plus, the long gun is inexpensive. It is accurate and it works reliably. The handgun is old styled enough to fit in with leverguns.
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 11:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .40s&w Combo
Replies: 1
Views: 150

Re: .40s&w Combo

Here is my 40 cal combo.
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 11:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Wildcat Project for my 1886 450 2.44"
Replies: 34
Views: 2394

Re: New Wildcat Project for my 1886 450 2.44"

I just looked at my notes. 9x 57 rimmed is what I was looking at. Less power and less pressure. A 20 gauge shotgun action is not really strong enough for much more. I have something in a combo for when I want to launch 400 grains at 1300 fps.
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 11:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another combo
Replies: 5
Views: 182

Re: Another combo

Had to learn how to edit with this phone.
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 10:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another combo
Replies: 5
Views: 182

Another combo

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I will start it and go get a picture.
OK got the picture. I will post the caliber after a couple of guesses.
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 10:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Wildcat Project for my 1886 450 2.44"
Replies: 34
Views: 2394

Re: New Wildcat Project for my 1886 450 2.44"

I haven't looked it up well yet. There is a 9.something rimmed cartridge that is straight wall and operates at a reasonable pressure for what I want to do. I think it sounds fun. I plan on starting this Fall.
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 10:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Wildcat Project for my 1886 450 2.44"
Replies: 34
Views: 2394

Re: New Wildcat Project for my 1886 450 2.44"

I have a book by one of the people who made one of CRS' double guns. I just don't have the time or place. I want to put a 9.3X76 or something like that into a double on an old 20 gauge action I have. I will go over to Shilen for the barrels as they are 25 miles away and will do special projects if r...
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 10:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: editing bloopers
Replies: 6
Views: 298

Re: editing bloopers

I remember when read and its past tense were spelled the same. I heard some news on the radio recently say readed. Nauseated is still correct, but most people say nauseous. Nauseous is actually something which has the ability to cause nausea. An example: Looking at that nauseous face of Hillary Clin...
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I`ve been a little owly
Replies: 14
Views: 570

Re: I`ve been a little owly

In the shade, or in a tree at dusk, that first one could scare someone.
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 9:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 32 cal combos
Replies: 15
Views: 512

Re: 32 cal combos

PillHer has a .327 SP 101 and a .327 Henry. Is that close enough for the 32 combos?
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 9:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 14786

Re: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)

As Johnny Carson found out, do not let Mingo have a Tomahawk.

Good looking pups.
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 9:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First knife
Replies: 17
Views: 721

Re: First knife

Part of the edge on stainless is having the right sharpening equipment. Carbotundum stones sharpen only a few grades of stainless. 420, AUS 8, and the softer ones. The carbides mixed with vanadium and nitrogen are too hard for carborundum or Arkansas soft stones to touch. Diamond to set the edge, cr...
by piller
Wed Aug 16, 2023 8:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 330 gr WFN GC over a jigger full of Lil Gun
Replies: 45
Views: 1508

Re: 330 gr WFN GC over a jigger full of Lil Gun

That should take any wild hog you can find.
by piller
Sat Aug 12, 2023 10:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Nod to My Wife
Replies: 15
Views: 528

Re: A Nod to My Wife

Congratulations.
by piller
Sat Aug 12, 2023 10:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Latest project
Replies: 16
Views: 651

Re: Latest project

Good idea!
by piller
Sat Aug 12, 2023 10:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .357 combo
Replies: 39
Views: 1403

Re: .357 combo

A .45 Colt levergun and revolver combo would be nice. .357 combos are nice.
by piller
Sat Aug 12, 2023 10:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Unusual Brass You Say?
Replies: 8
Views: 370

Re: Unusual Brass You Say?

Very cool!
by piller
Sat Aug 12, 2023 10:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 330 gr WFN GC over a jigger full of Lil Gun
Replies: 45
Views: 1508

Re: 330 gr WFN GC over a jigger full of Lil Gun

Scott, I get good results out of my Rossi .480 with H4227. It is slower in my Super Redhawk, but is accurate as I can shoot out of the rifle. Sorry, but I haven't chrono'ed this from the rifle.
by piller
Sat Aug 12, 2023 9:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 14786

Re: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)

Yes. Do all you can to get them into good homes. Dogs need love.
by piller
Sat Aug 12, 2023 9:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Moving away from the AR-15
Replies: 84
Views: 2729

Re: Moving away from the AR-15

I don't have any full auto firearms. More than I want to spend.

I have what I like, and that is my right. If you want something different from what I want or have, then by all means GET IT.
by piller
Thu Aug 10, 2023 8:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Moving away from the AR-15
Replies: 84
Views: 2729

Re: Moving away from the AR-15

Been thinking about this. We are all adults. We all have opinions and experiences. Man up and calm down if any part of this thread has upset you. I have used an M16, M16A2, M60, and T.O.W. Missile, and like a few others, I don't really want one. Doesn't mean I or anyone else on this forum thinks the...
by piller
Thu Aug 10, 2023 8:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday To Our Inventing Genius Pitchy
Replies: 17
Views: 556

Re: Happy Birthday To Our Inventing Genius Pitchy

Sorry to be late. Happy Birthday.
by piller
Thu Aug 10, 2023 8:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "THEY"......
Replies: 14
Views: 613

Re: "THEY"......

Miss Helena Handbasket has become a problem. Too many 50 watt bulbs in a 100 watt world are refusing to believe in her.
by piller
Thu Aug 10, 2023 7:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First knife
Replies: 17
Views: 721

Re: First knife

First one got completely worn out and thrown away. Second one was a Normark Little Swede folding single blade with Mora stainless steel. Still have it. Still a good knife. My son says eBay prices are a couple hundred bucks. If you can find one. It cost under 15 dollars back back in 1974.
by piller
Thu Aug 10, 2023 7:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you could spare a prayer today
Replies: 39
Views: 1423

Re: If you could spare a prayer today

Good news, and a reason to continue.
by piller
Sun Aug 06, 2023 9:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Use For Your Cracked 30-30 Shells
Replies: 6
Views: 354

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: 660

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: 650

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: 14786

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: 485

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: 764

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: 485

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: 473

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: 764

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: 581

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: 14786

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: 1423

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: 1581

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...