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- Fri Mar 31, 2023 6:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Howa Mini 6.5 Grendel
- Replies: 18
- Views: 2593
Re: Howa Mini 6.5 Grendel
Cute little rifle. Is Howa or anybody else currently doing the mini action with wood stock and regular fixed internal magazine? Resurrecting an old thread... I replaced the cheap plastic trigger guard and magazine with bottom drop metal/internal mag from Jefferson Outdoors. They stay out of stock a...
- Fri Mar 31, 2023 1:25 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Adios, guys
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1300
Re: Adios, guys
Bye...
Don't know what causes it.
It was doing it to me a couple weeks ago.
I tried everything. (Deleted cookies, made sure i was using https) Still did it.
Then suddenly it started acting right
I stay logged in now no problem.
Don't know what causes it.
It was doing it to me a couple weeks ago.
I tried everything. (Deleted cookies, made sure i was using https) Still did it.
Then suddenly it started acting right
I stay logged in now no problem.
- Mon Mar 27, 2023 8:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Marlin Model 336 Classic
- Replies: 8
- Views: 556
Re: Marlin Model 336 Classic
More than that, for awhile.Ray Newman wrote: ↑Mon Mar 27, 2023 6:47 pm MSRP is US $1239.00. Wonder what the "street price" will be?....
It will take a bit for the "must have it nows" to be sated.
Hopefully not as long as the 1895 took
- Sun Mar 26, 2023 7:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Ruger Standard .22
- Replies: 23
- Views: 862
Re: Ruger Standard .22
Not enough for me to get a MK IV. I'd like a 22/45 but can't stand that ugly pivot on the MK IV's.
Oh well, I have a couple of glock 22s, M&P 22, 1911 22s and a MK II. I should stop buying guns, right?
- Sat Mar 25, 2023 10:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Long forgotten WWII history story.....
- Replies: 9
- Views: 717
Re: Long forgotten WWII history story.....
Horse Soldiers: The Extraordinary Story of a Band of US Soldiers Who Rode to Victory in Afghanistan
https://a.co/d/6vGyObB
Horses were used by the 1st troops on the ground in Afghanistan after 9/11
https://a.co/d/6vGyObB
Horses were used by the 1st troops on the ground in Afghanistan after 9/11
- Sun Mar 19, 2023 9:50 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Purging the Cloud
- Replies: 9
- Views: 587
Re: Purging the Cloud
Not just Apple.
Apple, Samsung, Google, AT&T et. al. all want to back your information up to their cloud.
I don't let any of them do it, yet items still find their way....
Log in to each cloud, delete and disable!
Apple, Samsung, Google, AT&T et. al. all want to back your information up to their cloud.
I don't let any of them do it, yet items still find their way....
Log in to each cloud, delete and disable!
- Mon Mar 13, 2023 9:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Anyone use Hodgdon online data
- Replies: 15
- Views: 632
Re: Anyone use Hodgdon online data
Cache is cleared, scrolling doesn't work... Yes the annual manual is an option but it wouldn't always be at my finger tips. Or they should put out a manual ! I was simply making sure you were aware. And I have several different manuals in pdf that I keep on my phone and kindle. Handy as can be.
- Mon Mar 13, 2023 3:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Anyone use Hodgdon online data
- Replies: 15
- Views: 632
Re: Anyone use Hodgdon online data
It works for me.
And they do put out an annual publication.
Clear all your cookies and try it.
And they do put out an annual publication.
Clear all your cookies and try it.
- Wed Mar 01, 2023 12:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Lyman mould
- Replies: 7
- Views: 363
Re: Lyman mould
145 gr is what my .36 BP mould is but mines a .380, not. 375.
Be worth a try though. . I'm sure. 375 would keyhole out of my .38-55
Be worth a try though. . I'm sure. 375 would keyhole out of my .38-55
- Thu Feb 16, 2023 10:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 300gr 44 mag lever action load
- Replies: 7
- Views: 802
Re: 300gr 44 mag lever action load
The data below is for Jacketed, not cast, but they should be good starting points for you to begin working up a load. All of the published 300 gr cast data I can find is for handguns. I did a lot of 300 gr load testing with 300 gr Nosler and 300 gr Hornady XTP Mag bullets. My two rifles have 1:20 tw...
- Sun Feb 12, 2023 1:16 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: MP Molds
- Replies: 23
- Views: 907
Re: MP Molds
I am not well-versed enough in BP revolvers to be a stickler for historical accuracy .
The 145 gr Kaido bullets are known for a hard hitting shape that makes a hole in a target similar to a wadcutter.
Time to play is a most valuable asset I don't have much of right now.
The 145 gr Kaido bullets are known for a hard hitting shape that makes a hole in a target similar to a wadcutter.
Time to play is a most valuable asset I don't have much of right now.
- Sat Feb 11, 2023 12:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: MP Molds
- Replies: 23
- Views: 907
Re: MP Molds
Vance, I am eager to hear your reports on the Kaido bullet for your 51 as well. I have a new Pietta 51 on hand, and found a box of pre-cast Kaidos to try. Just haven't gotten around to it. I'll see if I can't find time to play around with my .36 revolvers. If I do, I'll start a thread. I'm not very...
- Fri Feb 10, 2023 7:56 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: MP Molds
- Replies: 23
- Views: 907
Re: MP Molds
I don't think there is a Lee number. You have to buy them directly from Kaido. There are several YouTube videos if you search "kaido bullet"
kaido93@hotmail.com
kaido93@hotmail.com
- Wed Feb 08, 2023 11:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: MP Molds
- Replies: 23
- Views: 907
Re: MP Molds
My other intended use will be in a conversion cylinder for a 1851 reproduction, where they recommend you use hollow-base bullets (unless you sleeve the barrel, but I still want to be able to shoot .36-caliber (.375") percussion loads. I just bought a 6-cavity Lee mould of Kaido Ojaama's design...
- Wed Feb 08, 2023 12:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: MP Molds
- Replies: 23
- Views: 907
Re: MP Molds
There are some really good moulds made today. MP, NOE, Accurate, and Arsenal. I have moulds from all four and consider them top notch moulds. The overwhelming majority of mine are Lyman, with a few Hoch, RCBS and Lee. I have read good things of NOE and Accurate. Not heard anything before about MP a...
- Wed Feb 08, 2023 9:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: MP Molds
- Replies: 23
- Views: 907
Re: MP Molds
Thanks for letting us know of the MP option. I'll have to give them a look next time I order a mould. I bought some red dot mounts made in Croatia (Rusan brand). They were very well built and more economical than Dockter or some of the other well-known brands. It's nice to have choices. I prefer to ...
- Wed Feb 01, 2023 10:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Ice storm
- Replies: 15
- Views: 583
Re: Ice storm
On the "bright" side...it won't hurt my trees.
Tornado got them all on 11/04
Tornado got them all on 11/04
- Mon Jan 30, 2023 3:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The S&W X-Frames
- Replies: 31
- Views: 1294
Re: The S&W X-Frames
Ruger dropped their .357 Maximum revolver due to severe forcing cone erosion and gas cutting of the top strap. Will the S&W have the same problems? That same question comes up on several forums with no clear answer. There is that large group of shooters that claim the flame-cutting was more hyp...
- Mon Jan 30, 2023 9:27 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The S&W X-Frames
- Replies: 31
- Views: 1294
Re: The S&W X-Frames
It accommodates a moon clip so, I wonder if it can chamber and fire the .357 Maximum? The articles I've read say no, since those are .358 instead of .355 diameter. Maybe with lead bullets and reduced loads? 350 Legend: case length= 1.71", base= 3.90, neck= .378 .357 Maximum: case length= 1.605...
- Sun Jan 29, 2023 8:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The S&W X-Frames
- Replies: 31
- Views: 1294
- Mon Jan 23, 2023 10:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Arm Brace Trap
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1093
Re: Arm Brace Trap
..... Either they won't approve them in 88 days, or if they do, they now have "the list". We know what they will do with that list later. ... Our promised 60 days for electronic Form 4s for suppressors is more like 310 days :roll: And instead of getting better, that time frame seems to be...
- Fri Dec 23, 2022 8:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 45 acp sixgun
- Replies: 26
- Views: 924
Re: 45 acp sixgun
I had a 325 for a time. It was snappier than I expected.
I'll pick up a 625 someday....
I wish I had gotten myself a 1917 revolver before the prices got so stupid.
I'll pick up a 625 someday....
I wish I had gotten myself a 1917 revolver before the prices got so stupid.
- Sun Dec 18, 2022 5:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Introduction / Andy Larsson
- Replies: 49
- Views: 2337
Re: Introduction / Andy Larsson
I have had and used several Skinner sights on various lever guns for years and they work great!Oldncrusty wrote: ↑Sun Dec 18, 2022 1:57 pm Wow. Been admiring your products for some time and right here you are. Welcome and future success to ya.
You won't be disappointed.
Glad to have your sponsorship, Andy.
- Wed Nov 16, 2022 6:49 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Marlin 32 Special
- Replies: 10
- Views: 597
Re: Marlin 32 Special
Here's his Montana buddy with a 1949 Marlin 336A-DL in .32 Winchester Special
Ain't it fun?
Ain't it fun?
- Tue Nov 01, 2022 4:45 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Pictures from a '66 WY Antelope hunt/ more pics in OP.
- Replies: 12
- Views: 647
Re: Pictures from a '66 WY Antelope hunt
Neat old photos! Where was that? ollogger Just heard back from my dad, he's on the Snowbird Trail to FL. He said it was a little town called Rock River, WY. Said he remembered about three streets, and looking at the map online it doesn't seem to have gotten much bigger. jb 8) I remember visiting fr...
- Tue Nov 01, 2022 4:35 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 1886 Loading Gate
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1397
Re: 1886 Loading Gate
Yet here you are giving me shite for asking, telling me I'm confused, and being a dick. You have asked for advise from multiple sources, which all seem to give you the same advise. You don't like that advice, so you keep asking and asking. You admit to leaving out details, I suppose simply so you c...
- Sat Oct 15, 2022 4:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 1886 Loading Gate
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1397
Re: 1886 Loading Gate
Ah yes, the stupid and stereotypical holier than though RTFM answer. That paragraph makes no mention of an actual safety mechanism, it looks more like genetic “safe firearm principles” advice. on top of that, I called chiappa support and the guy had NO idea what could cause that. he said it was a b...
- Sat Oct 15, 2022 1:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 1886 Loading Gate
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1397
- Sat Oct 15, 2022 9:56 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 1886 Loading Gate
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1397
Re: 1886 Loading Gate
I got a new Chiappa 1886, and I notice the loading gate will only open halfway sometimes. At first... I thought it was a defect, but now I notice it ALWAYS happens if... 1. The lever is cocked 2. The hammer is fully cocked OR the hammer is let down to HALF cock If I let the hammer down slowly and f...
- Thu Sep 29, 2022 6:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: New Marlin in Blue!
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1289
Re: New Marlin in Blue!
I have converted more than one of my Marlins into Saddle ring carbines by replacing the crossbolt with a kit from bear creek mercantile. Right now my 444 is the only one that way.
- Thu Sep 29, 2022 10:27 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cape Buffalo with 45-70
- Replies: 37
- Views: 2178
- Mon Sep 26, 2022 11:45 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Mold on rifles in gun safe.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 722
Re: Mold on rifles in gun safe.
I had it happen once, back when I used a simple uninsulated metal cabinet.
Now I use a fire rated safe with desiccant and a heater rod in an area with better ventilation.
Scary sight to see mold on everything. Fortunately nothing was ruined when I cleaned the mold off.
Now I use a fire rated safe with desiccant and a heater rod in an area with better ventilation.
Scary sight to see mold on everything. Fortunately nothing was ruined when I cleaned the mold off.
- Fri Sep 23, 2022 7:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Winchester 94 Commemorative 30-30... is good?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 956
Re: Winchester 94 Commemorative 30-30... is good?
I've got a Winchester (Miroku) 1873 in .357 magnum and a Winchester (Miroku) 1866 in .44 WCF. Neither have silly, extra safeties and a well made.CowboyTutt wrote: ↑Fri Sep 23, 2022 7:06 pm I didn't know Miroku ever made '73's. What is the finish on it? Caliber? -T-
- Tue Sep 13, 2022 5:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Correct spelling of Marshal by Cimarron firearms
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1432
Re: Correct spelling of Marshal by Cimarron firearms
https://youtu.be/zfh_7LQBwMM I have one of these that is marked on the barrel .44 Special but it is chambered for and fires .44 Magnum ammunition. My Uberti Russian top break is marked. 44 Russian and will chamber a .44 Special. They use the same cylinder. All of my .44 Russian reloading info (Accu...
- Tue Sep 13, 2022 5:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Correct spelling of Marshal by Cimarron firearms
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1432
Re: Correct spelling of Marshal by Cimarron firearms
Am I understanding correct that someone who claims to be some knowledgeable authority on the subject said you can chamber a 44mag in a 45 Colt chamber?? Yeah it will fit in the hole just like a 40 S&W will fit in a 45 Auto hole.... 🤦🏼♂️ And the simple answer on the 44mag in a '73 is energy... ...
- Tue Sep 06, 2022 3:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Browning 1886 vs Turnbull 1886
- Replies: 54
- Views: 2867
Re: Browning 1886 vs Turnbull 1886
You simply have to decide how much "bling" is worth to you. The Browning will hold its resale value better, and you could buy 2 or 3 or more Brownings for the same budget as the Turnbull. Guess you are not aware there are Turnbull Collectors in the world? I paid $2450. for my 92 takedown ...
- Mon Sep 05, 2022 12:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Browning 1886 vs Turnbull 1886
- Replies: 54
- Views: 2867
Re: Browning 1886 vs Turnbull 1886
If you buy the Browning, you have very few choices and get a 45/70. I bought a Turnbull, it is my 3rd one. You order the gun like you would from Winchester back in the good old days. Mine is an 1886 with case finish, shotgun butt, 32 inch octagon barrel and chambered in 50/110 Winchester. You do no...
- Sun Sep 04, 2022 3:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Browning 1886 vs Turnbull 1886
- Replies: 54
- Views: 2867
Re: Browning 1886 vs Turnbull 1886
You simply have to decide how much "bling" is worth to you.
The Browning will hold its resale value better, and you could buy 2 or 3 or more Brownings for the same budget as the Turnbull.
The Browning will hold its resale value better, and you could buy 2 or 3 or more Brownings for the same budget as the Turnbull.
- Sun Sep 04, 2022 2:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Red dot on 1895
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1504
Re: Red dot on 1895
How about "Bite Me"? That work for you? If you can't accept a little humor, especially when not being specific as to your questions then I will leave it at that. Have a nice day! :D Made me :lol: I'd hate to put a red dot on my Winchester 1895 (I bought off you) for sure. I had a IER scop...
- Thu Aug 25, 2022 3:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: To restore or not? Can't decide.
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1509
Re: To restore or not? Can't decide.
That GP is sharp! I've been back and forth on which Python to get, the 3" or the 4". I know "both". Probably. My dad has one of the 6" versions and is planning on a 4". He shoots it and his Troopers all winter long while he's in FL. He loves Colt DAs. I wouldn't change...
- Mon Aug 22, 2022 10:52 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: To restore or not? Can't decide.
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1509
- Sun Aug 07, 2022 12:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How many hunt with a Winchester 71
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1106
Re: How many hunt with a Winchester 71
Who DOESN'T hunt with a Winchester 71 or B71?
Unwashed heathens, maybe?
I have 2 W71 deluxe and a B71 carbine.
And enough ammo/brass to last through the zombie apocalypse
Unwashed heathens, maybe?
I have 2 W71 deluxe and a B71 carbine.
And enough ammo/brass to last through the zombie apocalypse
- Thu Aug 04, 2022 3:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 44 300 XTP
- Replies: 6
- Views: 588
Re: 44 300 XTP
I get 1450-1500 fps out of 22" bbls on my double.
I haven't tried the 300 gr in a revolver or my '92, yet.
The 300 gr are hard to find right now.
I haven't tried the 300 gr in a revolver or my '92, yet.
The 300 gr are hard to find right now.
- Sat Jul 30, 2022 11:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Which of your guns would you take to Africa?
- Replies: 38
- Views: 2156
Re: Which of your guns would you take to Africa?
I took my 8x57 Remington 700 and my Merkel 141 in 9.3x74r
If I go again, I'm taking one of my Model 71s.
The hard part will be deciding which one.
If I go again, I'm taking one of my Model 71s.
The hard part will be deciding which one.
- Mon Jul 18, 2022 11:56 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Game Camera not too awful far from my Daughter's place
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1258
Re: Game Camera not too awful far from my Daughter's place
The neighbors dogs would be a bonus!piller wrote: ↑Mon Jul 18, 2022 10:34 amAs long as that was all he hunted, it sure would be.Bill in Oregon wrote: ↑Mon Jul 18, 2022 6:33 am A pig-hunting bear would surely be a hit here in Texas.
- Fri Jul 15, 2022 12:44 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: RL 7 44 MAG LOADS
- Replies: 36
- Views: 4811
Re: RL 7 44 MAG LOADS
Grab the keg!Bryan Austin wrote: ↑Wed Jul 13, 2022 11:17 amIf you can not answer his simple question, why reply?
The popo is here
This forum would go dormant if it wasn't for thread drift..
- Tue Jul 12, 2022 11:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: RL 7 44 MAG LOADS
- Replies: 36
- Views: 4811
Re: RL 7 44 MAG LOADS
Hi there, Just wanting to chase up anyone whose done this and has any results, or input For context- I’m down in Australia, our government in its infinite wisdom has purchased all the pistol powder for the foreseeable future (adi) and no imports of pistol powder is coming through. ADI has ceased ma...
- Wed Jul 06, 2022 7:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OLD 30/30 case?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 697
Re: OLD 30/30 case?
I once found a .38-55 case in the mesa grasslands of SE Montana. Semi-arid grassland, not quite desert. No telling how long it had lain there. Amazing to me was that a cow hadn't stepped on it in all those years. So of course, I had to go shoot a pronghorn in the same area with a Chief Crazy Horse :...
- Wed Jun 29, 2022 7:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Ammoseek lists 22 Long
- Replies: 1
- Views: 275
Re: Ammoseek lists 22 Long
CCI 29gr HV.
I'm surprised...usually CCI CB caps are all I see in 22 Long
I'm surprised...usually CCI CB caps are all I see in 22 Long
- Tue Jun 28, 2022 7:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Anyone have an idea of this manufacturer
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1027
Re: Anyone have an idea of this manufacturer
My 1st thought was "cap gun" but they usually have metal grips. Jason may be right.
The closet I found was this, but I think it is a 4-barrel, as are several others of similar shape
The closet I found was this, but I think it is a 4-barrel, as are several others of similar shape