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by tomtex
Sun Sep 23, 2012 6:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More on suppressors...
Replies: 10
Views: 2653

Re: More on suppressors...

I wonder how mine out door target ranges would be saved from closing, if sound suppresser was use at them, to prevent.
Noise pollution, where is the EPA when you need them? Suppressors also prevents hearing loss ,and you shouldn't need a ATF class three license to by them.
by tomtex
Thu Jul 12, 2012 3:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The pain of War.
Replies: 1
Views: 637

The pain of War.

Some of you may want to read about the Orient Express Truck drivers in Vietnam, I first saw an OE convoy in 1966, driving down a dirt road in !950 type 2.5 ton trucks, painted yellow very rusty ,with the name Orient Express painted in green on their front." I new " I was watching a band of...
by tomtex
Wed May 23, 2012 3:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: my Jeep went bonkers...
Replies: 22
Views: 3300

Re: my Jeep went bonkers...

by tomtex
Wed May 23, 2012 3:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: my Jeep went bonkers...
Replies: 22
Views: 3300

Re: my Jeep went bonkers...

Just goto www.allpar.com
by tomtex
Mon May 21, 2012 1:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Movie - Battleship
Replies: 23
Views: 4633

Re: Movie - Battleship

Could, someone tell us ,why this move is good?
by tomtex
Mon May 21, 2012 12:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How much would you pay for a car of truck?
Replies: 65
Views: 5666

Re: How much would you pay for a car of truck?

What you buy now, should be geared to the future. Some think very bad times, are coming.
by tomtex
Wed May 16, 2012 11:56 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do you get around?
Replies: 25
Views: 2972

Re: How do you get around?

It's odd . No won use a Bicycle?
by tomtex
Sun May 13, 2012 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do you get around?
Replies: 25
Views: 2972

Re: How do you get around?

I wish I had a good hunting mule, the type you ride up to a fence, and get off him, and he then jumps the fence, as you go between the fence wires, and then mount your mule and continue your travel.
by tomtex
Sat May 12, 2012 1:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do you get around?
Replies: 21
Views: 2611

How do you get around?

When you Hunt, do you use Canoes, Boats, Hunting mules, Jeeps or other types of vehicles ,and will you tell us about them, and how they help you in your adventures?
by tomtex
Sat May 12, 2012 1:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do you get around?
Replies: 25
Views: 2972

How do you get around?

When you Hunt, do you use Canoes, Boats, Hunting mules, Jeeps or other types of vehicles ,and will you tell us about them, and how they help you in your adventures?
by tomtex
Sat May 12, 2012 1:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What happened?
Replies: 105
Views: 7730

Re: What happened?

I used to come here a lot to read about and learn about lever guns. Now, about 1 post in 10 is about lever guns. Guess it is time to move on. Look this is best and only site to discuss lever guns, as well as ammo and other weapons. Yes, we also discuss different topic's, as well a member current in...
by tomtex
Thu May 10, 2012 11:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ham operators-? For you
Replies: 16
Views: 2974

Re: Ham operators-? For you

Looking to get into this. Recommendations on equipment, setups, antenna etc? I have been listening to sw for years and I'm really ready to start in this hobby. Plays well into my preparedness trend I'm on. Thanks for your help. Also, source of those components? For info , you should go to http://ww...
by tomtex
Fri May 04, 2012 4:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This Jeep works for me
Replies: 12
Views: 1932

Re: This Jeep works for me

The next generation of jeep wranglers come out late 014 for model year 015, including a new jeep wrangler truck.
by tomtex
Tue May 01, 2012 4:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Jos. T. Fanning, Texas Ranger Co F, Frontier Battalion.
Replies: 9
Views: 1330

Re: Jos. T. Fanning, Texas Ranger Co F, Frontier Battalion.

Charles, I agree with everything you say about Davis but decided to not bring it up here. I do disagree with you on McNelly. The "Texas Ranger Hall of Fame" in Waco has him as one of the original members. When he was paid by the State of Texas in 1875 as a Captain of the state troops he w...
by tomtex
Tue Apr 17, 2012 3:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Native American Indians
Replies: 84
Views: 8928

Re: Native American Indians

Drug and alcohol abuse on the Navajo Res,ervation is at or above 50%. The suicide rate is several times that of white America. Their "simple life" is not such a happy one as folks would suppose. I lived in Farmington New Mexico for several years and worked among the Navajo on frequest occ...
by tomtex
Tue Apr 10, 2012 7:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Remake of "A Few Good Men"
Replies: 19
Views: 2025

Re: A Remake of "A Few Good Men"

Some years back, I was talk with an Army Dentist at the Houston VA hospital, who said he had to setup up his first dentist shop in the battle of Oknawa ,using motor pool tools. :shock: Spit it out man, we need to know more. I'm sure the Marines needing his services said many Xrayted things about hi...
by tomtex
Tue Apr 10, 2012 5:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do you take decent pictures?
Replies: 36
Views: 3456

Re: How do you take decent pictures?

wHATS THE BEST BOOK TO BUY?
by tomtex
Tue Apr 10, 2012 5:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chiappa 1886 Kodiak Video
Replies: 11
Views: 2366

Re: Chiappa 1886 Kodiak Video

Need TO MAKE some for handgun ammo?
by tomtex
Tue Apr 10, 2012 5:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Remake of "A Few Good Men"
Replies: 19
Views: 2025

Re: A Remake of "A Few Good Men"

Some years back, I was talking with an Army Dentist at the Houston VA hospital, who said he had to setup up his first dentist shop in the battle of Oknawa ,using motor pool tools. :shock:
by tomtex
Sat Mar 24, 2012 6:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Second Look at Chiappas Rhino.
Replies: 8
Views: 1202

Re: A Second Look at Chiappas Rhino.

after reading the stuff and looking at the photos and taking a long meditative cleansing breathe... NO ... :( 222-- i'm not against innovation...but...this looks like a answer to a problem that never existed... i don't know if i really wanted a second look...the first look hurt my eyes... :) It giv...
by tomtex
Sat Mar 24, 2012 4:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Second Look at Chiappas Rhino.
Replies: 8
Views: 1202

A Second Look at Chiappas Rhino.

They or 4 pages of commits on the Rhino ,http://www.thehighroad.org ,look under hand guns, revolvers
by tomtex
Thu Mar 22, 2012 4:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scout Handgun?
Replies: 72
Views: 6610

Re: Scout Handgun?

Well, if we can do this, it will be a good thing ,maybe it will help keep old age away, perhaps Hobie will post it at the top?
by tomtex
Wed Mar 21, 2012 7:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scout Handgun?
Replies: 72
Views: 6610

Re: Scout Handgun?

Mescalero wrote::? Why??????????
Its fun and a challenge ,that know one has did . Think of it as a great adventure , and have fun.
by tomtex
Wed Mar 21, 2012 6:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Global warming?
Replies: 21
Views: 2520

Re: Global warming?

I think this the start of Global Cooling, with a new Ice Age coming?
by tomtex
Wed Mar 21, 2012 6:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scout Handgun?
Replies: 72
Views: 6610

Re: Scout Handgun?

Let us try to come up with a Definition and/or rules for this type of weapon system?
by tomtex
Tue Mar 20, 2012 7:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scout Handgun?
Replies: 72
Views: 6610

Re: Scout Handgun?

Note: The Scout HandGun has never been Define before. So let this Site do it? For the Shooting World!
by tomtex
Tue Mar 20, 2012 6:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Best Single Bullet for Levergun/Sixgun?
Replies: 21
Views: 1969

Re: Best Single Bullet for Levergun/Sixgun?

I would thank 38/357, 44/44 rem mag, 45ACP 45 long 410 in the S&W Governor + the 45-70/410 lever-rifle, also any of the 22 cal handguns/rifles. You can name the ammo?
by tomtex
Tue Mar 20, 2012 6:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For Old Savage - Savage 99 PDF article
Replies: 5
Views: 752

Re: For Old Savage - Savage 99 PDF article

If Savage can't bring back the 99, then they should,design and build a new modern type of lever gun ,with box magazines? And we who care, should e-mail, call and wright then, to they give in and do it! Also tell them what it should be cambered for,both handgun and rifle Cals,45-70 460 and 500 S&...
by tomtex
Tue Mar 20, 2012 6:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Brave soldier--good read.
Replies: 3
Views: 679

Re: Brave soldier--good read.

I work with the OZ's, in ATV/ FANK/ B-43. I love them most times, RIP Staff Tom Derrick, RIP.
by tomtex
Tue Mar 20, 2012 6:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scout Handgun?
Replies: 72
Views: 6610

Re: Scout Handgun?

The Scout Rifle, has little in common , with the scout hand gun/Pistol. First does our military or police use the scout rifle concept, to scout with or to fight," No," they don't, and I think yawl know why ?( they have better weapon systems ) so do game hunters. Now for handgun hunting you...
by tomtex
Mon Mar 12, 2012 12:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your thoughts on scout rifles
Replies: 86
Views: 5446

Re: Your thoughts on scout rifles

A. Ruger 22 scout type would be a lot of fun, and for me it's the way to go. ( look-up Chief AJ )
by tomtex
Mon Mar 12, 2012 12:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scout Handgun?
Replies: 72
Views: 6610

Re: Scout Handgun?

After reading the above posts. I conclude that any hand gun will work, as long as can find ammo for it and then hit your target. For the Zombie world, any JHP 22 cal hand gun with the help of scope/optic so you can engage targets as for away as posable ,will let you shoot and run, a feed your self ,...
by tomtex
Sat Mar 10, 2012 7:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scout Handgun?
Replies: 72
Views: 6610

Re: Scout Handgun?

OP. Note: what hand gun ammo would you, want for your scout hand gun to use for head shot only on Zombies or walkers, knowing you need to find ammo as you travel to safety? Note: hope this will help
by tomtex
Sat Mar 10, 2012 4:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scout Handgun?
Replies: 72
Views: 6610

Scout Handgun?

We know the scout rifle concept. But what will the Scout Handgun concept be?
by tomtex
Sat Mar 10, 2012 3:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your thoughts on scout rifles
Replies: 86
Views: 5446

Re: Your thoughts on scout rifles

I wonder what a scout Hand Gun, would be? *********This topic is to long here, I will post it on the forum.
by tomtex
Thu Mar 08, 2012 6:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Something Odd Just Happen?
Replies: 5
Views: 1085

Re: Something Odd Just Happen?

I believe that is coming true as we read this... Damascus that is.... compliments of the Assad govt. Yes, you downloaded a virus. You might try downloading "avast" free virus sheild - I use it and it works very well. http://www.avast.com I think. Otherwise google if you can get past the a...
by tomtex
Thu Mar 08, 2012 1:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Something Odd Just Happen?
Replies: 5
Views: 1085

Something Odd Just Happen?

After exiting an amateur radio site, This Apocalypse site pop up on my monitor in English, has this happen to you?
It reads that Damascus well become a Heap of Ruins. Found under X Files 26?
by tomtex
Tue Mar 06, 2012 3:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chippa Fire Arms ?
Replies: 24
Views: 3388

Re: Chippa Fire Arms ?

Well, finely found Chiappa's phone number at 937-835-5000 and this new site, http://www.mkschiappa.com . I called them and talk to them, I ask them about quality control problem on the Rhino? They said they found quality in Italy ,is not the same as quality control here in the USA, and now have it u...
by tomtex
Tue Mar 06, 2012 1:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chippa Fire Arms ?
Replies: 24
Views: 3388

Re: Chippa Fire Arms ?

I'm must say the Rhino ,because of its recoil reduction ,would be my chose in caliber's as the 44 Rem and 45/454 ,480.
Also in the 357 mag for self defense , when I'm sure its reliable hand gun?
by tomtex
Mon Mar 05, 2012 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: R.I.P. thou good and faithful soldier
Replies: 12
Views: 1271

Re: R.I.P. thou good and faithful soldier

RIP, good Soldier/leader.
by tomtex
Mon Mar 05, 2012 5:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Talked to Kel-Tec --follow up (how good are Kel-Tecs post)
Replies: 17
Views: 1237

Re: Talked to Kel-Tec --follow up (how good are Kel-Tecs post)

Interesting news today------------- Called Kel-Tec (talked to Shawn)in the Technical Rifle(Su16)section of their facility. I wanted the latest scoop on their guns and expected longevity.) (especially their SU16 line) He said one of their latest tests was done by firing 3,000 rounds (all in 100rd dr...
by tomtex
Mon Mar 05, 2012 4:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chippa Fire Arms ?
Replies: 24
Views: 3388

Re: Chippa Fire Arms ?

It's my understanding that Chiappa fire arms, is the importer of the Rhino line from Italy,and not the builder? **Well, I have found out I'm wrong, In 08 Chiappa got the patens from Mateba of Italy. If Chiappa can refined ,this hand gun it has a big future? But it's not refined yet , sale or low and...
by tomtex
Mon Mar 05, 2012 4:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chippa Fire Arms ?
Replies: 24
Views: 3388

Re: Chippa Fire Arms ?

Chiappa was formerly the infamous Armi San Marcos, maker of mostly black powder clones - and not all that good ones, either. Although YMMV, IMO they are struggling with metallic cartridge arms, but are sure to give their products plenty of bling (eye appeal) to draw buyers & (maybe) fix probs l...
by tomtex
Mon Mar 05, 2012 4:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chippa Fire Arms ?
Replies: 24
Views: 3388

Re: Chippa Fire Arms ?

[quote="tomtex"]You can find its site here. http://www.chiappafirearms.com have the members here use their Lever Guns or Rhino Hand Guns? They have a lot of products ,that seem to be imported, the Rhine hand guns looks like a Move hero ,type gun used to shoot zombies, but I wonder why it's...
by tomtex
Sun Mar 04, 2012 7:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chippa Fire Arms ?
Replies: 24
Views: 3388

Re: Chippa Fire Arms ?

I just saw some videos of the Rhino 2 1/2 inch barrel,shooting 357 Rem and S&W 40 with no recoil, They needed to come out with a 44 Rem mag ,and a 45/454 hand gun?
by tomtex
Sun Mar 04, 2012 5:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chippa Fire Arms ?
Replies: 24
Views: 3388

Chippa Fire Arms ?

You can find its site here. http://www.chiappafirearms.com have the members here use their Lever Guns or Rhino Hand Guns? They have a lot of products ,that seem to be imported, the Rhine hand guns looks like a Move hero ,type gun used to shoot zombies, but I wonder why it's not chambered for big gam...
by tomtex
Fri Mar 02, 2012 4:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How Good are KELTEC Rifles?
Replies: 16
Views: 1656

Re: How Good are KELTEC Rifles?

Here you will find Kel-Tec Forum,http://www.ktrange.com it seems to me, its long on talk and short on shooting.
Here is the big forum,http://www.thektog.org/forum
by tomtex
Fri Mar 02, 2012 2:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How Good are KELTEC Rifles?
Replies: 16
Views: 1656

Re: How Good are KELTEC Rifles?

What is the PMR 30 ?
by tomtex
Fri Mar 02, 2012 2:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sorry, another noob AR question/comparison
Replies: 68
Views: 5688

Re: Sorry, another noob AR question/comparison

I wonder how many RD's does it take, before things start falling off the SU 16C?
by tomtex
Thu Mar 01, 2012 7:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How Good are KELTEC Rifles?
Replies: 16
Views: 1656

How Good are KELTEC Rifles?

You can find the site at,http://www.keltecweapons.com, some of their stuff looks like came from a James Bond move?
I think they need to add a 7.62x39 line of rifles, but how good are the 5.56m rifles, and what are some good accessories for them?