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472? Levergun, trigger stays with the lever. Lines are not as subtle as a Marlin.

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The reason you can not find one is because most folks do not part with them. And for good reason, they are an American made, quality product that shoots well and carries even better. If you are wanting a new gun, a short wait is due as Marlin will begin production on 1894s soon. IMO there is little ...

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The early guns have the safety inside the trigger guard. I am not sure when the 16 was produced or if they had this feature. I did not like the safety, so I sold it.

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Best of luck with the goats. I had and enjoyed them for many years. Neighbors dogs killed many of them, selecting the young as targets. I killed only one dog and never got paid for any of them. They are comical to watch and will provide many hours of entertainment.

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Marlinowners.com Reference section

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I have taken deer with both. The 45 Colt was loaded with the LEE 250 and the the 357, Ranch Dog 190. I prefer the 45 Colt. My handload for the 45 was 9 grs Unique.

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I should restate my question. I would estimate the number of 95s rollmarked 30 ARMY were few as the moniker did not stay for long. How many years were they marked 30 ARMY? Were they ever marked as 30-40?

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The Ranger picture looks like a group picture of gun magazine writers testing the 1895 Winchester!! :D :D Great pictures!! One of my PODNAS bought an 1895 in 30 ARMY recently. When was the 1895 chambered for the 30 ARMY? Reason I ask is that I found an "ancient" 30 ARMY fired brass on the ...

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I refuse to waste my time on cop shows no matter who is in them. Dr/ER shows are just as bad. I prefer to watch history, documentaries and westerns. How about a movie based on the Marcus Latrell story?? The book was excellent!! I'd bet we could name 50 cop/investigator shows if we tried........dragn...

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I have no experience at pressure washing for pay but have and keep one handy for the removal of "north side crud" that accumulates on the vinyl siding of my home. I have used only water for my washing. Trailers, driveways, barns etc respond well. Stay away from wood siding. I'd bet a mill ...

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I have 3 Marlin 357 magnums, C(MG), CP and CB(Ballard). They sell high and fast. The most illusive models are the CP and CB x 24". As with any used Marlin, abuse is generally readily noticeable. All three of mine came off the internet, 2 here and 1 from SASS Classifieds. They are all three very...

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It is odd to me that we have greater trespasses in our world that do not come to such attention. We have elected officials who break the law every day, have been for years, and will not enforce the laws they made. They should have some 12 million counts against them for failure to enforce. Willie wa...

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I still have mine, '77 top eject. I traded a Remington .30-'06 Sportsman auto even up at a Corpus Christ gun show. I will not make the mistake of parting with it. I have taken several animals with it and it is as accurate as any levergun in my possession.

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What is he holding? A canteen? Whenever I see photos like this I wonder if my wife's Grandfather knew the person, or if he is in the background somewhere. He rode with PV as a young man, supposedly. He is gone and the family member that knows the truth won't talk. Kevin The saddle horn is in his le...

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As a taxidermist, I have tanned several snake skins. The glycerin method will keep the skin supple. Antifreeze may give the skin a tainted color. There are several snake tan products offered by the supply houses. try Van Dykes Taxidermy supply, good people

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Not many mentioned Southeast Texas. Your work would be welcome here as there are many company's HQ'd here. Houston to Beaumont is the PetroChemical hotspot. Further south, Freeport and Corpus Christi also have much to offer. East Texas has much public land, rivers, lakes and inexpensive hunting leas...

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The original Winchester Trapper sight is a dovetailed post. I bought one similar to the original from GPC. Mr Tim Skinner will make you one to your specs. Find him over at Marlinowners.com With the post, you can file adjust the hieght (judicious filing) to take the greatest advantage of your rear si...

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_Hunt

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I have a collection of ML round balls. They work well for slugging.

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I cast the LEE 452-255RF and they are good boolits. Modest velocities from my Marlin CB equate to good accuracy at 110 yards or so. I have tried WW and WW + Sn and they perform about the same. Mine drop at .453. ENJOY!!

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Didn't Keith mention a mail carrier who had a Luger artillery model with butt-stock?

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Skeeter Skelton spoke of a mail carrier that took a goose or two from time to time with an artillery model.

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I do not have one but I shot one with a forum member in California almost a year ago now. I recall shooting the RCBS 180 at distances of 300 yards with good results. Shorter distances were monotonous, the reason we shot at the longer distance. I would like to have a 99/30-30 as they are fine rifles....

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Doc, My father, grandfather and 3 uncles were brickmasons. Dad always used fire brick when building fireplaces or BBQ pits. The floor and sides should be fire brick. Dad also kept the mortar joints EXTREMELY thin. He laid them edge up on sides, face down on the floors.

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The 45 Colt is a fine unit. Consider it on par with the 44 mag for distance if you handload. I hunted with mine (24"er) this year and took 2 deer and a turkey. It has become one of my favorites. Mossberg for a Marlin?? No brainer.......I'd drop it like a hot rock!! You will be pleased.............

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I doubt a thief would look real hard in a little girls room or toy box. I have hidden many valuable things there.

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Marlin is your best place to inquire. Few PG 1894s were ever made so purchase or trade components are rare. The stockis the easy part. The lower tang and lever will be specific. Several folks at MarlinOwners are looking for the same.

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Other than myself, I have never witnessed another hunting with a Winchester 94, 30-30. The Savage 99 is just about that rare as is the Model 70. Most of what I have seen are Remington bolt and automatics and Marlin leverguns. .30-'06 and 30-30 were the most common, .308 and 6mm were second.

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Let the deer thaw enough to work it. I have done this many times.

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I am working on a LEVERGUN ONLY hunting season. So far, I have taken 2 NILGAI and 2 AXIS with 45-70, 30-30 and 444. Hope to take one or two with my cast bullets.

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Antler soup? Never heard the Jack O'Connor BP quote but I agree with it. I have let many walk with larger antlers but sometimes the situation or shot offered will seal the deal for me. I tend to hunt with OS of late and truly enjoy a perfect neck shot at a distance. I admire a hunter who can let one...

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Guys, you'd argue with a stump!! Personal preference is just that. I have 16 leverguns with FMs and wish Marlin would make a button mag. I like the idea of loading 13 rounds in my 45 Colt. Fill the magazine or fill a pocket. Both are easy on the eye and OK by me. Tell me if any one of you found a BM...

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I will look for the signage you spoke of my next trip. Where did you cross into Canady? I travel there for business quite often.

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Welcome Bob, I frequent your Province and enjoy the weather and people. I hunted the Pigeon Lake area last year, November. Great game, scenery and opportunities. I'll be in Edmonton in March!! Welcome aboard. Sit a spell!!

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When I am riding, walking or working at the ranch, I have either my Winchester Trapper or Marlin CB 30-30 close by. I have used it as 86er described. It is not uncommon to have the oportunity to take an exotic (axis, fallow, red deer) while in the pasutre. I also carry my 4 5/8 Ruger single six for ...

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I am interested in what you find out about bullet diameter on this one. I have just rec'd a 38-55 Marlin Factory conversion. I have yet to begin reloading for it. Most folks are having good accuracy with their 38-55 CBs and I hope we are as lucky.

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Finding a "long" enough horn today is hard to do. The few I run into are short and IMO are not for hunter horns. They may work fine for powder flasks, but not horns. Do you make them the "old" way? glass and a hot wire? I have the horn my grandfather used (he made it in the 50s o...

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I sure do need one of them molds!!

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I sold a Marlin to a feller in Hermosa Beach, CA. The transaction is like any other. FFL from the recipients receiver. When I do ship a gun, it is sent by FEDX. The last 2 I shipped out we $13. or so. Don't punish the folks in CA because of their idiots in (mis)representation.

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Ted, Is the 357 mold an off the shelf item or custom. I am looking for such a bullet.

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BigBore............just kidding. I am close to Louisiana not in it. I road back from the King Ranch hunt with a Cajun. They like to eat most everything in a gravy!!

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I am not sure what it is but I'd cook it in a gravy!!

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I recenlty made good on that LEVERGUN pledge. I recently made a NILGAI hunt and was the only hunter (18) with a LVERGUN. I used my Guide Gun. I took a bull and a cow. This was the first game I have taken with the 45-70!!

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The first long gun that I legally purchased was a Marlin 1894 44 mag from Oshmans Sporting Good. I was 18. I still have this one. My daughter has taken several deer with this one. I can't remember the first legal handgun I bought but I talked mom into going into DT Houston where I purchased a Ruger ...

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Castboolits@gunloads.com is a great place to hang out.

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I have both, commercial bandsaw and grinder. Unless I am butchering a beef, the bandsaw sees no use. I cut up all hogs and deer with knives, putting only boneless meat in the freezer. With separate units, I have portability with the grinder. I store it in an ice chest and carry it to the ranch durin...

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I have purchased from Wideners in the past.

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I bought 5 bxs 40 SW (12.47) and 1 45 ACP (14.49) at Walmart in Port Arthur last week. This is BLAZER Brass. They still have some 9 boxes of 40 left. Keep stopping by these stores until they have some in stock. I spoke with the guys at ACADEMY. They sell out the same day they receive their shipments...

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I find selling to CA residents is no different than selling to the other contiguous 47.

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Missed you today at the range. Hope all is better.

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