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by Andrew
Sun Jul 05, 2009 7:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Seen a neat video
Replies: 0
Views: 734

Seen a neat video

Last night where we were celebrating with friends I seen a really neat video. It was a dash-cam brought back by a guy that's fixin' to graduate the MSHP academy in a week or so. He brought it to share and I'm glad he did. Apparently they were heading to lunch one day, he and his wife in one car and ...
by Andrew
Thu Jul 02, 2009 5:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Weird phenomenon with Win 30-30 ammo.
Replies: 8
Views: 988

Re: Weird phenomenon with Win 30-30 ammo.

I say try it w/out the stock peice anyway just to see what happens.
by Andrew
Mon Jun 29, 2009 9:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hog Hunting In Florida
Replies: 17
Views: 974

Re: Hog Hunting In Florida

mescalero1 wrote:You got me beat girl, I have never shot a hog :mrgreen:
Ditto. Congrats on a great looking piggy! :D
by Andrew
Fri Jun 26, 2009 12:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Extemely way off topic: about guitars
Replies: 50
Views: 4708

Re: Extemely way off topic: about guitars

I can play the bajeezers out of any song that is in the chords G, C and D. :lol: I get along with the bass much better. I play a burgandy Fender Jazz Bass at church every sunday.

The banjo would be a neat thing to play if it can ever get around to buying one.
by Andrew
Thu Jun 25, 2009 6:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Way, Way, WAY OT - What is your favorite...
Replies: 36
Views: 2712

Re: Way, Way, WAY OT - What is your favorite...

I don't care much for chocolate but that Laffy Taffy is pretty addicting. I also love Starburst, Jolly Ranchers,Werthers and Skittles. I guess I do love penut butter M&M's too.
by Andrew
Thu Jun 25, 2009 6:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: A Couple Father's Day Pics (a little late)
Replies: 11
Views: 810

Re: OT: A Couple Father's Day Pics (a little late)

don Tomás wrote:Now that's the way to share some quality father/daughter time...
Dang skippy! :D
by Andrew
Tue Jun 23, 2009 5:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Not another what if topic or can only choose one topic but a
Replies: 32
Views: 2073

Re: Not another what if topic or can only choose one topic but a

Shotgun: Savage/Stevens M94 12ga
Rifle: Winchester 9422
Pistol: NM Blackhawk 7.5" .45LC
by Andrew
Mon Jun 15, 2009 9:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Here's what I got for my $300 Glock
Replies: 15
Views: 2443

Re: Here's what I got for my $300 Glock

I've been wanting one of those for awhile now, only 6.5".

I had my first encounter with a .22Mag Saturday in the form of a Marlin bolt action. Real sweet to say the least. Now, I want one in the Ruger even more. :x
by Andrew
Sun Jun 14, 2009 8:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What to do with .44 projectiles?
Replies: 13
Views: 1831

Re: What to do with .44 projectiles?

You should sell the .41 and all of the .44 stuff and buy a .45. Done and done. 8)

Seriously, I'd hold on to it for now. I'm a pack rat though. :D
by Andrew
Fri Jun 12, 2009 11:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Durable and Cheap Target Frames
Replies: 11
Views: 780

Re: Durable and Cheap Target Frames

Travis Morgan wrote:JB Weld will stick rebar together, too.
You could even use mechanic's wire to wrap it up.
by Andrew
Fri Jun 12, 2009 11:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I don't understand hazardous shipping regulations
Replies: 6
Views: 513

Re: I don't understand hazardous shipping regulations

I noticed that too awhile back. I think, as they said, it's in the fact they are snug as a bug.
by Andrew
Fri Jun 12, 2009 11:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Whatcha think about this deal?
Replies: 16
Views: 935

Re: Whatcha think about this deal?

TedH wrote:Hmmmm, I expected as much from this group. :lol:

Wonder what kind of answer I would get if I posed the same question on the Glock forum. :wink:
:lol:

I would make that trade, if it were me. I would love to have a Single Six to compliment my .45 BH.
by Andrew
Fri Jun 12, 2009 10:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Humor
Replies: 8
Views: 1565

Re: OT- Humor

You're welcome. :D

It struck me the other day when my Wife was getting on to me about drinking stright from the jug/pitcher/whatever. I wrote this to put on Facebook but thought it was funny enough to share here. Well, I think it's funny. :?
by Andrew
Fri Jun 12, 2009 10:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Humor
Replies: 8
Views: 1565

OT- Humor

The Middle Man. Everyone knows who I am refering to but for those who do not, here's what Webster says: an intermediary or agent between two parties ; especially : a dealer, agent, or company intermediate between the producer of goods and the retailer or consumer We all have heard ads on T.V. and ra...
by Andrew
Tue Jun 09, 2009 8:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any 1911 fans here?
Replies: 102
Views: 8261

Re: Any 1911 fans here?

Streetstar wrote:Image
Oh, that's my favorite right there. Those no thrills packerized/walnut ones drive me nuts.
by Andrew
Tue Jun 09, 2009 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Transformers Megan Fox
Replies: 22
Views: 2556

Re: OT - Transformers Megan Fox

It never surprises me the ignorance of hollyweird but the willingness to overlook, that the majority of the population chooses to do, is very disappointing. Not to mention that this is blatant hate speech, even though I detest the phrase. Let me give an example: "and say instead of the entire p...
by Andrew
Sun Jun 07, 2009 9:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Elk Antler Grip Inserts for SP101
Replies: 18
Views: 5610

Re: OT: Elk Antler Grip Inserts for SP101

Hang on to that .22 good and tight. They are real popular from what I hear. Very nice looking guns, the both of them.
by Andrew
Sun Jun 07, 2009 7:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- The rush: Letting up?
Replies: 16
Views: 2412

OT- The rush: Letting up?

I couldn't find the other thread about the buying rush subsiding but I was just on AIM Surplus and seen some promising things. First, they have "assault" rifles again in stock. A couple M-4's and a couple ruskies at surprisingly normal prices even. They also have a few AR receivers in both...
by Andrew
Sat Jun 06, 2009 5:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Look what showed up at my house
Replies: 14
Views: 1058

Re: Look what showed up at my house

I say if it shoots, shoot it. If' it don't, send it to me.

At least then I would have a lever and would no longer be posing here. :lol:
by Andrew
Sat Jun 06, 2009 5:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .45 Colt vs. .44 Special
Replies: 48
Views: 5760

Re: .45 Colt vs. .44 Special

What Joe said.
by Andrew
Sat Jun 06, 2009 2:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Can you shoot on your Property
Replies: 37
Views: 2685

Re: OT: Can you shoot on your Property

No. :cry:

If I could, I would probably spend alot more time shooting. Especially rimfire.
by Andrew
Sat Jun 06, 2009 10:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ambidexterous Rifle Shooting Questions
Replies: 8
Views: 559

Re: Ambidexterous Rifle Shooting Questions

I can shoot left handed rifle but it is so alien to me that I don't do it much. The only time I do is when I am coaching a left handed Marine at the range. The crazy thing is I am a better shot off hand left handed then I am with the right and I am left eye dominant. The only advice I can give is l...
by Andrew
Sat Jun 06, 2009 9:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Does Your Mind Stay On Guns During The Summer?
Replies: 41
Views: 2668

Re: Does Your Mind Stay On Guns During The Summer?

I think about shooting even more so 'cause the weather is so nice now. I still don't do any more gun stuff, just think about it more.
TedH wrote:Summer time I'm usually immersed in my only other real interest.
Taking pictures of minatures?
by Andrew
Sat Jun 06, 2009 9:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT What's wrong with people???
Replies: 24
Views: 2201

Re: OT What's wrong with people???

I arrange to buy a gun. Confirm the price and method of payment, get all the address info. Prepare an envelope, go to my receiving FFL dealer who I have already made arrangements with and get a copy of his FFL. Then I put it in the envelope with the payment and take it to the post office myself.I'v...
by Andrew
Sat Jun 06, 2009 8:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shooting Technique - "Cheek Weld" or not...?
Replies: 15
Views: 2298

Re: Shooting Technique - "Cheek Weld" or not...?

I just pickep up most of my long arms and sighted them several times to come up with an answer. Answer is as follows: I don't know. :? I don't put pressure on the cheek bone itself but I do put the stock in between my jaw(mandible) and my cheek bone(zygomatic arch :?: ). It just kind of sits on the ...
by Andrew
Sat Jun 06, 2009 8:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT What's wrong with people???
Replies: 24
Views: 2201

Re: OT What's wrong with people???

TedH wrote:Sadly, this person is a regular poster here.
I was gonna ask if it was here. They may read this and get back with you from public ebarrassment, even though no names were mentioned 'cause they know who they are.
by Andrew
Fri Jun 05, 2009 1:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Need to fill a niche - only you can help
Replies: 29
Views: 2572

Re: OT - Need to fill a niche - only you can help

I hear a lot of good things about the Ruger DA wheelguns, though I do not own one. I do own a Ruger SA that is a lot of fun shooting even for extended time. Of course a lot of that is subjective too. Good luck with your search. :D
by Andrew
Fri Jun 05, 2009 10:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Blackhawk vs Super Blackhawk
Replies: 16
Views: 1826

Re: OT - Blackhawk vs Super Blackhawk

+1 on the Cylinder Smith. I sent mine off to him and it came back nothing less than perfect. Shoots awesome now, when I do my part.
by Andrew
Thu Jun 04, 2009 6:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Levers & single actions, let's have some photos!
Replies: 47
Views: 4660

Re: Levers & single actions, let's have some photos!

I went out to the drive way and snapped a couple decent ones. The Win 9422 w/ the 7.5" Blackhawk in .45 http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k249/glbrt352/bh.jpg And next we have the same 9422 w/ the 7.5" (adjustable sights) Ruger Old Army in .45 http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k249/glbrt35...
by Andrew
Wed Jun 03, 2009 5:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Found in the garage.
Replies: 27
Views: 2094

Re: OT-Found in the garage.

I think everyone should own at least one good bike. I love everything Honda, except their cars.
by Andrew
Tue Jun 02, 2009 10:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Oops - really, REALLY clean brass
Replies: 27
Views: 2013

Re: Oops - really, REALLY clean brass

awp101 wrote:Next day? Wasn't there an episode where you remembered it the next month? :lol:
I remember that one.
by Andrew
Mon Jun 01, 2009 6:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scope decision
Replies: 44
Views: 3094

Re: Scope decision

I worked for a major scope maker for 5 years and I have a healthy dislike of variables of ANY make. Convince yourself, take a small scale with you and weigh a variable against a fixed power. Jumping around , changing power means that you never become comfortable with any 1 setting. Get a small fixe...
by Andrew
Sun May 31, 2009 5:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Show your reloading benches
Replies: 45
Views: 13814

Re: Show your reloading benches

Image

You can't see in this pic, but there is some powder, primers, more cases, an Auto-Prime and an L.E. Wilson Trimmer up above.
by Andrew
Sun May 31, 2009 12:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - One Step Closer...
Replies: 18
Views: 1306

Re: OT - One Step Closer...

awp101 wrote:Great to hear some good news!
It sure is. Good luck with the move and congrats! :D
by Andrew
Sun May 31, 2009 12:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT interesting C&B article.
Replies: 26
Views: 1411

Re: OT interesting C&B article.

kimwcook wrote:Anyone have one of those Tap-o-Caps? That sounds like a real nifty tool.
OI has one, IIRC.
by Andrew
Sun May 31, 2009 8:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT interesting C&B article.
Replies: 26
Views: 1411

Re: OT interesting C&B article.

That was a neat article. I haven't been out with my ROA for quite some time but I might have to change that soon.
by Andrew
Sun May 31, 2009 8:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Shotshell reloading
Replies: 16
Views: 1068

Re: OT-Shotshell reloading

I've been using one of those Lee's for years. I don't load a large volume of shot shells, but it's never let me down. I'm not planning on large volumes either. 12 ga shells are still pretty cheap (for trap loads anyway). I'm more interested in making custom stuff. That's my plan as well. Mine's sti...
by Andrew
Sat May 30, 2009 5:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ot-a little
Replies: 10
Views: 926

Re: ot-a little

Kansas Ed wrote:We used one of that type of laser thermometer to read cyl head temps on the dragster.
They work good for the slicks too. Pretty much anything you can point at.

Happy B-day Pokey and enjoy the new doohicky. :D
by Andrew
Sat May 30, 2009 5:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .45 Colt
Replies: 13
Views: 1013

Re: .45 Colt

If I can ever force myself to buy a bag of shot I will try some of them loads. The just sound like fun to me, who cares about practicality? :lol:
by Andrew
Fri May 29, 2009 10:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I think the stockpiling is starting to slow down
Replies: 57
Views: 5482

Re: I think the stockpiling is starting to slow down

My local guy didn't seem to be affected much by the frenzy. He's never been overflowed mind you, but I could almost always find some CCI LR's and some powder that would work.
by Andrew
Thu May 28, 2009 9:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hang on Fido!
Replies: 10
Views: 967

Re: Hang on Fido!

Sense of humor is a real understatement. :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Andrew
Wed May 27, 2009 5:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Determination
Replies: 5
Views: 616

Re: OT- Determination

That's my daughter Neely. I always wanted to make one of those motivational posters and when I saw that pic on my wifes camera, I knew I had some gold. :D
by Andrew
Tue May 26, 2009 10:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Determination
Replies: 5
Views: 616

OT- Determination

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by Andrew
Tue May 26, 2009 5:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: UNCLAIMED AUCTION ITEMS
Replies: 12
Views: 2550

Re: UNCLAIMED AUCTION ITEMS

Hmm, I was wondering where those Eastwood movies were. Let me know what the shipping would be and I'll send some money.
by Andrew
Tue May 26, 2009 5:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Soggy Day at the Range w/PICS
Replies: 14
Views: 1195

Re: Soggy Day at the Range w/PICS

Good report Ted. That range looks a lot like the one I use; is your's maintained by the DOC as well?
by Andrew
Mon May 25, 2009 8:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Look what i got with my levergun funds!
Replies: 20
Views: 1907

Re: Look what i got with my levergun funds!

Well, it's not as "fun" as a lever nor will it last as long, but it's still a really nice mower. Dad has a Husky push mower that is super sweet.
by Andrew
Fri May 22, 2009 11:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Some thoughts on Lee Precision
Replies: 63
Views: 8146

Re: Some thoughts on Lee Precision

I like Lee.
by Andrew
Thu May 21, 2009 6:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: another nother blonde joke
Replies: 6
Views: 767

Re: another nother blonde joke

:lol: I love the groaners. :D
by Andrew
Sun May 17, 2009 8:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: more eye/bain strain
Replies: 12
Views: 1282

Re: more eye/bain strain

#15,16,17,19 and 20 are the ones I haven't beaten yet. Yet.