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by Travis Morgan
Wed Mar 05, 2008 12:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I have put up a new web site.
Replies: 18
Views: 3425

Tom,

I guess it'll be a while before I can afford to do the first one. Any chance of a price break after the first coupla guns? I was looking at 3 Vaqueros and 1 or 2 '94's. How far are you backlogged?
by Travis Morgan
Mon Mar 03, 2008 9:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Gun hide-outs ... just in case
Replies: 86
Views: 11802

mklwhite,

You're already lubed up and bent over, aren't you? You sound like the kinda guy that would strike up the band for invaders and claim we just need more laws.

WTF? Are you FRENCH?
by Travis Morgan
Mon Mar 03, 2008 9:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Sights for A Bisley Vaquero
Replies: 16
Views: 3500

Just re-countour the top of a Blackhawk. That's how the Vaquero came about, anyhow. You could do it in an hour or so with a mill file, then just start working it down with rubbing compound. Just leave the sights alone. As for the barrel band being SASS legal, that's subject to "who" you ar...
by Travis Morgan
Mon Mar 03, 2008 8:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: any experience with 30-30 Accelerators
Replies: 26
Views: 5599

I've still got over 900 sabots left. The outfit in the link posted by Mescalero1 above offers a sabot setting tool for $10.00 -- I am going to order one and try again. Paul Wanna sell 'em cheap? I've decided the new trapper will be the boy's gun, and I was thinking I'd start him out with accelerato...
by Travis Morgan
Mon Mar 03, 2008 4:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS -- Dumb Blonde not so dumb
Replies: 20
Views: 3565

I might not agree with everything she says, but at least you can tell she has a brain. I'm about ready to brain my wife if she don't stop reading romance novels and actually LEARN something. You can almost see her head softening.

This chick might be annoying, but she's hot. For an old chick.
by Travis Morgan
Mon Mar 03, 2008 4:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT ?... "BLUE ICE" shooting glasses/sunnies
Replies: 2
Views: 563

I've got a disabled Marine friend that survived a blast with his face intact thanks to his Wiley X glasses. A MUST for the reloader, I'd say.
by Travis Morgan
Mon Mar 03, 2008 3:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: any experience with 30-30 Accelerators
Replies: 26
Views: 5599

I was wondering today about using a saboted .25 cal bullet, since they come in a flat or round nose configuration. I figured they'd be safer in a tube magazine. I'm thinking the new Saddle Ring Trapper will be just right for excelerator loads.
by Travis Morgan
Mon Mar 03, 2008 3:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Something's not right . . .
Replies: 14
Views: 3045

Sounds like you just stumbled onto a money making idea, right there. Check the gun show schedule and start your own!
by Travis Morgan
Mon Mar 03, 2008 3:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I have put up a new web site.
Replies: 18
Views: 3425

Dangit, Tom, I wish you'd give me a quote on doing my '94 and 3 stainless Vaqueros!
by Travis Morgan
Mon Mar 03, 2008 3:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I was planning on taking the kids shooting today
Replies: 13
Views: 1937

Cute little fanny burp. Hell, now I want to take him shooting, too! Cherish these moments. They turn twelve and stupid way too soon. My darn stepkid actually turned me down when I invited him shooting the other day. Musta been a basketball game on or something. That boy ain't right! Who the hell tur...
by Travis Morgan
Mon Mar 03, 2008 2:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Sights for A Bisley Vaquero
Replies: 16
Views: 3500

I tried "matte" finnishing the back of my SS sights with a diamond stone, but didn't get the desired results. I'm tempted to try the dremel method. Also thought of having something dark and flat inlayed into the back of the sight.
by Travis Morgan
Sun Mar 02, 2008 11:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Sights for A Bisley Vaquero
Replies: 16
Views: 3500

Hell, with that load, you can SEE The horsepower!
by Travis Morgan
Sun Mar 02, 2008 11:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Gun hide-outs ... just in case
Replies: 86
Views: 11802

I think the implied question is is it worth the lives of those you love. That is unless you plan on running away from those you love to wage the fight to keep them out of harms way. Of course if they know where your relatives are (even if out of harms way) they might put your relatives/loved ones t...
by Travis Morgan
Sun Mar 02, 2008 8:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Gun hide-outs ... just in case
Replies: 86
Views: 11802

Never saw where they had the chance to say. I expect a few left because of the orders, but I expect most left because of the GIANT HURRICANE!
by Travis Morgan
Sun Mar 02, 2008 2:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Sights for A Bisley Vaquero
Replies: 16
Views: 3500

Ask the folks over at singleactions.com. They know this stuff. Most have spent more on one of their guns than I've spent on half or more of mine. Good luck!
by Travis Morgan
Sun Mar 02, 2008 2:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1873
Replies: 8
Views: 1265

If it's worth it to you, it's worth it. Just remember, if you quit working on a gun, it's liable to end up being sold as parts a year or two later.
by Travis Morgan
Sun Mar 02, 2008 1:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-held hostge by goose
Replies: 5
Views: 1054

Turkeys will take over your yard, too.
by Travis Morgan
Sun Mar 02, 2008 1:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paypal bad experience
Replies: 15
Views: 3660

You've obviously never tried to get money back from those sorry people. I bought a saddle that turned out to be the wrong size and completely rotten, despite me sending directions on how to measure it, and direct questions about the condition of the saddle. Never could get them to make it right. Too...
by Travis Morgan
Sun Mar 02, 2008 1:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Gun hide-outs ... just in case
Replies: 86
Views: 11802

Just a passing note -- When the Mayor of New Orleans ordered his Police Department to confiscate ALL firearms from all civilians (even law abiding citizens) in the wake of Katrina, NOT ONE of the New Orleans Police Officers refused to obey his order ......... B.S. The New Orleans P.D. and Orleans P...
by Travis Morgan
Sun Mar 02, 2008 12:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - But sure important to me!
Replies: 21
Views: 3272

What kinda gun did you buy him?
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 11:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paypal bad experience
Replies: 15
Views: 3660

Paypal is rabidly anti-gun, and will seize and hold funds indefinitely for gun related purchases. The have more lawyers than you do. They can do it. The governement is aware of it, but does nothing about it.
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 10:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: reloading 30-30
Replies: 17
Views: 3373

Hobie wrote:They were made that way for the .30-30 for a reason. :wink: The load, the same 30 gr. IMR 3031. I'm a simple guy, if it works I don't fix it. :lol:
BUT WHAT WAS THE REASON? [/u]
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 10:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Value of a 94 saddle ring trapper in .30-30
Replies: 10
Views: 1538

Hobie,

I'm already exchanging e-mails with him. Sure wish he's send me some prices.........
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 9:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: reloading 30-30
Replies: 17
Views: 3373

I use 30 gr. IMR 3031 with the 170 gr. bullets and get 2100 fps from all three of my .30-30s having barrels from 18½ to 21 inches. HOWEVER, when I use the old Sierra .307" bullets (no longer made in that diameter), I get an honest 2200 fps. I've used both loads on game and I just can't tell t...
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 9:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Value of a 94 saddle ring trapper in .30-30
Replies: 10
Views: 1538

Where would I find a factory authorised engraver for a Winchester?
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 8:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Evening visitor- lion pics
Replies: 41
Views: 6515

As for scaring the wife........ she pretty much expects me to do stuff like that. She's from town, and thinks I'm nuts.
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 8:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Evening visitor- lion pics
Replies: 41
Views: 6515

I wouldn't care where all he'd been. If I didn't have a loaded levergun handy, I'd still have my .45 Vaquero loaded with 250 gr. jacketed soft hollow points doing about 1350 fps. handy. I doubt I'd have to shoot twice.
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 7:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - First Sioux to receive the Medal of Honor
Replies: 20
Views: 3107

It hink it's a shame that it took so long for him to be honored, but I'm sick to death of all these "firsts." Who cares if it's the "first" black, white, woman, whatever, to do something. I say, honor eveyone equally. Until this stuff stops, we'll never see the end of this racial...
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 7:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help identify this tang and lever
Replies: 26
Views: 3928

I've always wanted a curved grip Winchester lever action. They just feel like your hand belongs there. Same for the OLD BLR's, but I don't like the bolt trying to poke me in the teeth when I shoot fast.
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 6:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: need opinions on spending my money - 1 gun or 2...
Replies: 21
Views: 3868

Start taking guns off the list. Which ones hurt the worst to think of never owning them? Try flipping a coin. Which side are you wishing lands "up"?
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 5:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Great news (for me)
Replies: 7
Views: 1220

Forget the weights. PUNISH YOURSELF with cardio! Last time I was in the mountains, I found out some jerk had removed most of the oxygen from the places I wanted to go!

(Being big and scary looking means nothing when you're trying to cough up a lung!)
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 5:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - I need some advice
Replies: 32
Views: 4548

I knew girls had cooties........ I also figured out cooties ain't all that bad.

I also found out the CLAP IS BAD! So is explaining why you are sweating bullets and need to go see the Dr. NOW!
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 4:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Value of a 94 saddle ring trapper in .30-30
Replies: 10
Views: 1538

Yup, I darn near wrecked the wife's car getting to the bank quickly to get the cash!
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 4:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - I need some advice
Replies: 32
Views: 4548

TedH wrote:Well, I can't help you. We only have a girl, and I figure that will be her Mama's job when the time comes. :wink:
Good idea..... grandpa!
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 4:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - !#^&#&@#! Car Dealers....
Replies: 27
Views: 5249

A car salesman will sell 200-600 cars per year. You buy ONE every 4-5 years. You don't have a chance to beat one at their own game. After being jerked around by dealers for a coupla days, we'd finally found my wife's next car. While we were out on the test drive, we decided to buy it. When we got b...
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 3:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Value of a 94 saddle ring trapper in .30-30
Replies: 10
Views: 1538

Value of a 94 saddle ring trapper in .30-30

Guys, Went to pick up some guns I'd had on layaway so long that they appreciated in value the other day, and got stuck in line behind another fella who turned out to be selling his half of his Dad's gun collection. I won't mention which chain store it is, but I'll suffice it to say that with the pri...
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 3:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: reloading 30-30
Replies: 17
Views: 3373

I shoot Cowboy Silhouette with a 26" 94 Win. I am using R-15 with my 170's at the rams. I am getting 2345 fps, but remember that's with a 26" barrel. I also have a 24" 336 and the same load clocks 2245 whith that. Al Foust How thick of a recoil pad are you using? That kicks pretty ha...
by Travis Morgan
Sat Mar 01, 2008 3:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Five (5) lessons to make you think
Replies: 12
Views: 2749

OI just PM'ed me regarding point #2 that is apparently not true as described on snopes.com. Sorry I didn't check that out first. However, even though it may be a fable, the lesson learned is still valuable. Thanks again OI. :wink: Dammit! Why the HELL can't people just enjoy a story, anymore? It's ...
by Travis Morgan
Mon Jan 21, 2008 10:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1894 SS .44 Mag
Replies: 66
Views: 13628

Look around, and you'll be able to find an RCBS Rockchucker kit for about $75, used. Possibly with some dies. It's a single stage, but it's what you really ought to start with. I DO NOT load rifle ammo on a progressive. It's a personal choice, but I use rifles for precision.
by Travis Morgan
Sat Jan 19, 2008 9:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1894 SS .44 Mag
Replies: 66
Views: 13628

That's like comparing .22LR and .22-250. You can get the smaller one anywhere, due to it's popularity. The other,..... not so much.
by Travis Morgan
Sun Jan 13, 2008 9:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1894 SS .44 Mag
Replies: 66
Views: 13628

Cops should not ever be wearing Ninja gear. You are a public servant. Not some Rambo wanna-be. If you do undercover work then you don't need to be in a raid. Absolutely no reason to have your face covered. Sometimes the size of the agency dictates the need for the uc to be part of the raid team. We...
by Travis Morgan
Sun Jan 13, 2008 8:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1894 SS .44 Mag
Replies: 66
Views: 13628

I can just see you guys refusing to be rescued because of the rescuer's wardrobe.
by Travis Morgan
Sun Jan 13, 2008 6:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1894 SS .44 Mag
Replies: 66
Views: 13628

I wear George Strait relaxed fit jeans, and my 4 5/8" Vaquero and Blackhawk both fit in my pants pocket. This is for emergency, only, BTW, I use a pocket, otherwise.
by Travis Morgan
Sun Jan 13, 2008 6:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1894 SS .44 Mag
Replies: 66
Views: 13628

The state intended to get long guns into cops hands they would stand a better chance, its worked. The State did that? I'm jealous, and congrats. Good deal. Also, this brings up the whole pistol caliber vs rifle caliber thing. Some Depts have left the MP5s and switched completely over to .223s. I do...
by Travis Morgan
Sun Jan 13, 2008 6:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shooting Range Deaths
Replies: 27
Views: 5393

Hmmmmm, may be a market for teflon coated shooting ranges..... easier cleanup!
by Travis Morgan
Fri Jan 11, 2008 6:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shooting Range Deaths
Replies: 27
Views: 5393

JSImmons, Those guns are loaded one round at a time, and only loaded and shot from the bench. His one ounce trigger would actually be considered heavy, by some in the sport of benchrest shooting. Fractions of an ounce are commonplace. Some even use remote firing systems, where nobody is actually to...
by Travis Morgan
Fri Jan 11, 2008 3:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shooting Range Deaths
Replies: 27
Views: 5393

JSImmons, Those guns are loaded one round at a time, and only loaded and shot from the bench. His one ounce trigger would actually be considered heavy, by some in the sport of benchrest shooting. Fractions of an ounce are commonplace. Some even use remote firing systems, where nobody is actually tou...
by Travis Morgan
Wed Jan 09, 2008 11:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1894 SS .44 Mag
Replies: 66
Views: 13628

Irish Cop, It's not just those here portaying SWAT in a bad light. It's your fellow SWAT officers. When are you guys gonna have an in-service to teach you how to find the right house? Have you ever watched the show, "Dallas SWAT"? Those idiots are, apparently incapable of doing anything wi...
by Travis Morgan
Wed Jan 09, 2008 11:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1894 SS .44 Mag
Replies: 66
Views: 13628

I was just talking to a SWAT member from Central Illinois who told me that there was some discussion for urban police departments to consider a lever action rifle/carbine in a pistol caliber (.357 or .44 Mag) as a patrol car rifle. Seems that it is more politically correct to get out of the patrol ...
by Travis Morgan
Tue Jan 08, 2008 8:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT--Bad Omen?
Replies: 19
Views: 3498

It'd just be gross if you caught one. I'd hate to see you choke your buzzard until it barfs on your hand. It'd take more than an old sock to clean that one up! :wink:

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