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by Iron_Marshal
Wed Feb 17, 2010 3:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT (?): Viability as a Hunting Rifle
Replies: 20
Views: 2573

Re: OT (?): Viability as a Hunting Rifle

"Single shot" weapons have probably killed more deet at 150 yards or less than any other...IMO. Bows and muzzle loaders usually have extra seasons as well. I have killed more deer with my .50 cal front stuffer than with my .300 Win Mag or my .44 lever action. (No luck with my bow yet....ha...
by Iron_Marshal
Fri Jan 29, 2010 8:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Internet Order SNAFU Made Right By Natchez
Replies: 8
Views: 1353

Re: Internet Order SNAFU Made Right By Natchez

I'm glad to hear others have had ggod service with this company. I was very happy with how they have resolved this.
by Iron_Marshal
Fri Jan 29, 2010 5:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Internet Order SNAFU Made Right By Natchez
Replies: 8
Views: 1353

Internet Order SNAFU Made Right By Natchez

I ordered a Lee Loader from Natchez Shooters Supplies, located in Chattanooga, TN. When it arrived today, I opened the package with child like glee and felt like a kid on Christmas Day. I was immediately disappointed when I opened the case and found that the powder measure was conspicuously absent. ...
by Iron_Marshal
Fri Jan 29, 2010 5:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Hunting tactics...then and now
Replies: 19
Views: 1499

Re: OT: Hunting tactics...then and now

Rob, I am glad you shared those two very personal stories. They were touching and you have a way of writing that made me feel connected to the story. Thanks for taking the time to compose them.

Sean
by Iron_Marshal
Fri Jan 29, 2010 2:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Way OT - Florida is Serious
Replies: 16
Views: 2323

Re: Way OT - Florida is Serious

I enjoyed the section that covered weapons... "The weapon-smiths at Zombie Tools have created several highly effective weapons which can be employed by any person of virtually any strength. Small weapons, such as the Zack Ax or the new Para Bellum are highly effective as secondary bladed weapon...
by Iron_Marshal
Fri Jan 29, 2010 1:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What do you think,,,
Replies: 17
Views: 2079

Re: What do you think,,,

You "MADE" a bullet mold at work today...???? WOW... It looks great, solid, machined to exacting standards. WAY past my level of expertise. (That is my way of saying, "Me beat on ground with stick in jealous frustration at what this crazy godlike man make with metal...metal?...what is...
by Iron_Marshal
Fri Jan 29, 2010 7:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Slugging a Barrel
Replies: 8
Views: 1120

Slugging a Barrel

I bought some 1/2 inch lead egg sinkers to slug the barrels of my .44 mag pistol and rifle. The reloading guru-guy who is going to help me said he wanted to slug the cylinder bores as well. Waste of time and effort or good idea?
by Iron_Marshal
Wed Jan 27, 2010 9:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Winter Bicycle Rifle Project Progress
Replies: 15
Views: 1777

Re: OT: Winter Bicycle Rifle Project Progress

HEY...DOC AJ...

What do you think that there thingy-ma-bob is GOOD FOR?
by Iron_Marshal
Wed Jan 27, 2010 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Texas Castle Doctrine
Replies: 20
Views: 2382

Re: OT Texas Castle Doctrine

I have to wait for the case to be settled to comment, and for the suspect to have no opportunity for appeal, but I may be named in a suit where the suspect pointed a weapon at an officer...the officer drew and fired as I arrived. The suspect went down and I cuffed the guy. Even though I did NOT FIRE...
by Iron_Marshal
Wed Jan 27, 2010 8:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT For those whome like doubles.
Replies: 35
Views: 3128

Re: OT For those whome like doubles.

When I hunt with a shotgun I use a 12 gauge New England Firearms Pardner-Model SBI singleshot with 3 1/2" full choke. Case color hardened receiver. It was an inexpensive firearm, but the buttstock has wonderful "tiger" striping throughout that has depth and changes color as you turn i...
by Iron_Marshal
Wed Jan 27, 2010 8:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT I know but I just had some of the BEST macaroni & cheese!
Replies: 20
Views: 1413

Re: OT I know but I just had some of the BEST macaroni & cheese!

What made it good? Where did it come from? Homemade? Store bought? Kentucky Fried Chicken brand? Bojangles brand? I make some with "extra" sharp Wisconsin Cheddar cheese. After mixing it up I put bread crumbs on top then bake. I have also used applewood smoked gouda...Mmmmmmm. Anyway... WH...
by Iron_Marshal
Wed Jan 27, 2010 8:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Semi-anual reminder on behavior issues...
Replies: 39
Views: 3824

Re: Semi-anual reminder on behavior issues...

If you are all done hugging can we get back to arguing?

Just kidding... Glad to be a part of this.

Sean
by Iron_Marshal
Wed Jan 27, 2010 10:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Proper terminology
Replies: 24
Views: 2270

Re: OT-Proper terminology

handloading / reloading
by Iron_Marshal
Wed Jan 27, 2010 10:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Elk
Replies: 12
Views: 1444

Re: Elk

Maybe they were not bred. However, in the second picture, the third elk looks a bit swollen in her abdomen.
by Iron_Marshal
Wed Jan 27, 2010 10:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY OT Noah Zark
Replies: 4
Views: 1200

Re: WAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY OT Noah Zark

I made it recently. I'm not of German heritage, but the meal looked good. Herr is one link I found that has several recipes. http://www.cooks.com/rec/search/0,1-0,german_rouladen,FF.html It was time consuming to make them, but they tasted wonderful. Some people don't like the mustard and picles. ME?...
by Iron_Marshal
Tue Jan 26, 2010 8:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Why my recent absence...
Replies: 87
Views: 6745

Re: Why my recent absence...

I've enjoyed knowing her son. You have been kind to me and have shared your knowledge. She apparently passed on her love of the unkown and the outdoors to you. I'm truly sorry and I will pray for you and your family.

Sean
by Iron_Marshal
Tue Jan 26, 2010 5:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Pressure Cookers
Replies: 13
Views: 1828

Re: OT- Pressure Cookers

Thanks for the responses. I am going to morrow, Wednesday, to get the Walmart brand which is Presto. I called around the city and cannot find an All American...it is not to be had aparently. I called one hardware store that people buy peplacement parts from, thinking it would be a better Canning pre...
by Iron_Marshal
Mon Jan 25, 2010 4:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Pressure Cookers
Replies: 13
Views: 1828

OT- Pressure Cookers

I think I am about to lose "man points" for this post, but I want some advice about pressure cookers. I hunt and I use every bit of the meat. Roasts, jerky and ground leftover bits mostly and I put the majority in a chest freezer (though the jerky does not make it that long). Does anyone h...
by Iron_Marshal
Mon Jan 25, 2010 10:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Semi-OT: Treating gun leather
Replies: 29
Views: 3260

Re: Semi-OT: Treating gun leather

For weather proofing "an old woods holster" or one that will experience "total immersion in water" (kayaking) I have read that dipping the entire holster in a bath of melted parafin will work. Have not done this. Just something I read. Not reccomended for quality leather. Thoughts?
by Iron_Marshal
Mon Jan 25, 2010 10:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 8089

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

fordwannabe, Thanks for the offer to send some bullets! I am familiar with slugging a barrel but I never thought about the compatibility problems between rifle and pistol. I will slub the barrels soon, before I start loading. Would you reccomend buying jacketed bullets to start?
by Iron_Marshal
Mon Jan 25, 2010 10:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Favorite Type/Brand of Peep Sights
Replies: 11
Views: 1109

Re: Favorite Type/Brand of Peep Sights

But what about cheek weld? I like to stay low on the butt stock.
by Iron_Marshal
Mon Jan 25, 2010 10:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 8089

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

OK...So I don't NEED 300gr bullet in the .44 mag. Perhaps I was overly wowed by commercial wording promising terminal performance from the heavier round. I am glad you all have pointed out that the 240 gr is all I need. I should have seen this for myself. I use Federal Match Grade 168 gr BTHP in the...
by Iron_Marshal
Mon Jan 25, 2010 9:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Favorite Type/Brand of Peep Sights
Replies: 11
Views: 1109

Re: Favorite Type/Brand of Peep Sights

I first saw the Marbles sight on one of Doc AJ's other posts. If I remember correctly he mounted one on his daughter's rifle. I wonder if they ever experienced any problems with the larger sight snagging on anything? It seems as if accuracy may suffer due to the shortened sight length, compared to a...
by Iron_Marshal
Sun Jan 24, 2010 7:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 8089

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

JohndeFresno, If I understand what you have listed, 17.1-18.5 of 2400, with a Speer Mag SP 300 gr will be within safe tolerances in the rifle. Since the Lee Loader dipper "throws" 17.5 it should be safe for both? ( I know...check...check...re-check...LOL) What about overall case length? I ...
by Iron_Marshal
Sun Jan 24, 2010 6:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 8089

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

This is just GREAT info. Of course I will double check...triple check...quadruple check...adnauseum, the information provided, but MY GOSH it is so nice of you all to post such indepth and thoughtful research. I guess I am just used to the "real" world being rushed and rude with no time fo...
by Iron_Marshal
Sun Jan 24, 2010 5:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 8089

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

Well, I do not feel I came on here posting as a "wise-@$$" but I have been accused of that in the past. I came here looking for loading info. I do not even have the Lee Loader yet. It won’t even ship until tomorrow. I wanted to know what loads have been worked up by other posters that will...
by Iron_Marshal
Sun Jan 24, 2010 5:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Deleted
Replies: 40
Views: 2890

Re: Deleted

I believe the reason this "deleted" thread has received sooo much attention is because it appeared to smack of being CENSORED do to some knucklehead being offended by pictures of dead animals. If this is not the case, and the thread creator simply deleted it due to a posting glitch, and we...
by Iron_Marshal
Sun Jan 24, 2010 10:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Deleted
Replies: 40
Views: 2890

Re: Deleted

Are you telling me that pictures of dead varmints were DELETED? Ummmm... WHY I used to see all manner of pics of dead deer and hog on this sight. I had no computer for several months, but what has happened around here? Did the thread poster delete them? Has some legislative-something-or-other been p...
by Iron_Marshal
Sun Jan 24, 2010 9:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Favorite Type/Brand of Peep Sights
Replies: 11
Views: 1109

Favorite Type/Brand of Peep Sights

I sold an AMT .380 DAO backup and have a few dollars in my pocket. I am looking to buy a peep sight for my Marlin 1894SS. Any suggestions? Ease of instalation is high on my list. I saw a Marbles bullseye that caught my eye because it appeared one would be able to track moving objects well due to the...
by Iron_Marshal
Sun Jan 24, 2010 9:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 8089

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

Thanks for all of the good advice! I don’t even have the Lee Loader yet, but its paid for and ships on Monday. I hope I did not give the impression that I was just going to start throwing powder and primers around the second it arrives. I just wanted to get experienced opinions and advice from those...
by Iron_Marshal
Sat Jan 23, 2010 5:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 8089

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

From what I've read, "those dippers" are very accurate with certain powders. #2400 powder, from what I've read and been told by veteran handloaders, is very consistent.

Yes...No...?

I am just a sponge soaking up the knowledge.
by Iron_Marshal
Sat Jan 23, 2010 5:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 8089

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

AJMD429, Thank you! This is EXACTLY the kind of info I was after. "I have had a Marlin 1894 and Super Blackhawk since the 1970's, and haven't blown them up yet..." My pair is a Marlin 1894SS and a Ruger Redhawk, but I don't plan to overload a thing. "I like 'simplicity' (i.e. the 'one...
by Iron_Marshal
Sat Jan 23, 2010 3:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone carry a Beretta 92 as a "woods gun"?
Replies: 32
Views: 4082

Re: Anyone carry a Beretta 92 as a "woods gun"?

Out of necessity, since I did not own any pistols other than my duty weapons over the years, I have often carried my Sig Sauers both in 9mm and .45 with me into the woods. The way I saw it, it was better to have ANY pistol than NO pistol. When I went hunting deer, turkey, rabbit, or squirrel I used ...
by Iron_Marshal
Sat Jan 23, 2010 3:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 8089

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

I have had some good advice (from more than cops…LOL) about a “recipe” that should work well. AGAIN, I reiterate, I am not looking for a dangerous grizzly load. I want something that will work in BOTH my rifle and revolver. I am NOT looking to load hot pistol rounds in my rifle. I went back into som...
by Iron_Marshal
Sat Jan 23, 2010 2:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 8089

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

I get it. This is Deadly Blow My Head Off Serious. Got it. Check. I am not mocking or kidding, I GET IT. I have several officers that I work with that reload and have all of the bells and whistles with handloading manuals and benches and gear for days. I am not going to ever be one of those people. ...
by Iron_Marshal
Sat Jan 23, 2010 2:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 8089

Re: Paired .44 Mag Weapons

Buck, thank you for your timely reply. I did not mean to imply that I was going to try to create some SUPER round. I am a firearms instructor and have seen accidents on the range. NO THANK YOU. I was just looking for suggested loads that the users of this site have loaded that work in BOTH their rif...
by Iron_Marshal
Sat Jan 23, 2010 2:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paired .44 Mag Weapons
Replies: 62
Views: 8089

Paired .44 Mag Weapons

I recently bought a .44 Mag Ruger Redhawk to pair with my 1894 Marlin .44 Mag. I have ordered a Lee Classic "hand" loader but I have ZERO experience. I know I can load to maximum size and “exceed” suggested tolerances do to the inherent strength of Ruger over-engineering their hand cannon....
by Iron_Marshal
Sun Nov 16, 2008 7:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Here !!! I want to buy a lever in 44 mag. Help !?!?
Replies: 23
Views: 3399

Re: New Here !!! I want to buy a lever in 44 mag. Help !?!?

Try this link. http://www.levergunscommunity.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=5553&start=0&st=0&sk=t&sd=a I bought my Marlin 1894SS and I love it! I sometimes regret not buying a blued version since the stainless does not look as authentic, but then I realize I bought the gun to bang arou...
by Iron_Marshal
Mon Sep 29, 2008 11:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Clayton Moore's Stolen Guns
Replies: 16
Views: 3555

OT: Clayton Moore's Stolen Guns

My best friend at the department attended a police conference and a judge was one of the key speakers. The judge related the following story. If I get any of the details incorrect it is my fault entirely...but it still makes a good tale. Clayton Moore was traveling by plane and he had to check his ....
by Iron_Marshal
Sun Sep 28, 2008 6:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Movies - New Lone Ranger
Replies: 36
Views: 4637

Re: Movies - New Lone Ranger

I agree with previous posters who label Depp as a Fruit Loop. Maybe Coo Coo For Coco Puffs as well. I just recently watched a "western" called Dead Man that Depp starred in and I want those two hours of my life back. It had some good killing, but overall, it sucked. Just my opinion. Now I ...
by Iron_Marshal
Thu Sep 25, 2008 3:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Cowboy boots
Replies: 38
Views: 5185

Re: OT - Cowboy boots

My wife bought me a pair of Rios of Mercedes elephant skin boots almost twenty years ago. I have had them resoled at least 5-7 times and they still are in excellent shape. My feet have swelled over the years and they don't fit so great anymore, but the boots themselves have held up great. http://www...
by Iron_Marshal
Wed Sep 24, 2008 10:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: North American Hunting Club...Scam?
Replies: 17
Views: 2028

Re: OT: North American Hunting Club...Scam?

Well, so far the responses have been on par with other reviews I have read. Seems like you either love 'em or hate 'em.
by Iron_Marshal
Wed Sep 24, 2008 8:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: North American Hunting Club...Scam?
Replies: 17
Views: 2028

OT: North American Hunting Club...Scam?

I have been solicited to join the North American Hunting Club. Does anyone belong to this "club?" I have read good and bad reviews. Some people consider it a scam and others are delighted. $12.00 a year, which includes a subscription to their hunting magazine, supposedly enrolls me in thei...
by Iron_Marshal
Thu Sep 18, 2008 12:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Law Enforcement
Replies: 23
Views: 3761

Re: OT-Law Enforcement

Jason, I did not see that you posted your age anywhere, but it should not matter. Like Hobie posted, he was 40 and out running many younger kids. I joined the USAF when I was 21 and was a Law Enforcement K-9 handler for almost five years. I got out of the service to save my marriage and it worked. M...
by Iron_Marshal
Thu Sep 11, 2008 4:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Where were YOU on 9-11-2001?
Replies: 50
Views: 5939

Re: Where were YOU on 9-11-2001?

I was at the firing range when the initial reports came in that a single plane had crashed into the WTT. I still have a picture of me using a police Jeep as cover in a shooting scenario on that day. At first it was reported, at least here in SW Virginia, that it was believed to have been an accident...
by Iron_Marshal
Thu Sep 11, 2008 4:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Obama's latest - you won't believe this!
Replies: 29
Views: 2634

Re: POLITICS - Obama's latest - you won't believe this!

Bruce, You asked that you wish you knew where he said it. He said it in Lebanon, VA on 9-9-2008. I was practicing with the SWAT team at the airport when he got off his plane. It was a rainy day and the only people at the airport runway were his staff, the people that got off the airplane ahead of hi...
by Iron_Marshal
Tue Jul 29, 2008 4:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - You birthday's Bible verse
Replies: 11
Views: 1393

Re: OT - You birthday's Bible verse

John 10:9 NIV
I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. He will come in and go out, and find pasture.
by Iron_Marshal
Wed Jun 25, 2008 4:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WV/VA Levergunners meet
Replies: 116
Views: 13714

Re: WV/VA Levergunners meet

September 27th or August 27th?

In Roanoke...10-4?
by Iron_Marshal
Wed Jun 25, 2008 4:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Home defence in OZ...
Replies: 9
Views: 2094

Re: POLITICS - Home defence in OZ...

Repeat after me...ahem..."I WAS AFRAID FOR MY LIFE!"

Again..."I WAS AFRAID FOR MY LIFE!"

One more time..."I WAS AFRAID FOR MY LIFE!"
by Iron_Marshal
Sun Jun 08, 2008 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tell Hagler I Went Over To The Dark Side, And Bought..
Replies: 14
Views: 1840

Re: Tell Hagler I Went Over To The Dark Side, And Bought..

I think I may buy one of my sons a Henry .22. Haven't made up my mind yet.