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by Jarhead
Wed Jun 01, 2011 12:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sharps rifles
Replies: 62
Views: 11485

Re: Sharps rifles

I recently ordered an 1874 'Business Rifle with options as follows: $3234.00 1 x 1874 Business Rifle - Barrel Lengths: 28 inches - Buckhorn Sights: Full-Buckhorn - Buttplate: Traditional Steel - Calibers: 45-70 2-1/10 ST Caliber - CF: Brass Escutcheons: none - CF: Custom Bedding Forearm: Select - CF...
by Jarhead
Mon May 30, 2011 3:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Memorial Day... Veterans, Report. Everybody, account...
Replies: 98
Views: 12134

Re: Memorial Day... Veterans, Report. Everybody, account...

USMC-Infantry 71-74...RVN-1972-Easter Offensive.
by Jarhead
Fri Apr 29, 2011 9:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Breaking news....about the royal bs
Replies: 38
Views: 5686

Re: Breaking news....about the royal bs

Makes a fella want to puke! Disgusting people :roll:
by Jarhead
Fri Apr 29, 2011 9:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New 1892 Miroku questions
Replies: 5
Views: 1898

Re: New 1892 Miroku questions

I aquired Browing 92 parts, hammer, trigger, mainspring, mainspring struts (rods) and seat, and trigger spring. I'm in the process of converting it. The tang safety will be covered by a tang sight. The front tang sight hole goes in the safety recess and covers it nicely. Didnt want to weld it shut ...
by Jarhead
Thu Apr 28, 2011 11:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New 1892 Miroku questions
Replies: 5
Views: 1898

Re: New 1892 Miroku questions

The info you're looking for is right here on Leverguns.com's home page under Winchester Levergun Resources. I have an 1892 Trapper in 45 colt and it is a mighty fine rifle. Tack Driver right out of the box. Good Luck :)
by Jarhead
Thu Apr 28, 2011 1:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT--Neat old photo
Replies: 22
Views: 3705

Re: OT--Neat old photo

Pitchy wrote:Walkswithgun gave me this picture of him and I back in the day when huntin was good and bikes were simple. :lol:

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Neat pic....very cool 8)
by Jarhead
Thu Apr 28, 2011 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics
Replies: 27
Views: 6095

Re: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics

Pitchy,

Nice 'ole tractors 8) Really cool 8)
by Jarhead
Wed Apr 27, 2011 11:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics
Replies: 27
Views: 6095

Re: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics

I found a couple of pictures of my 1937 Case Model C. We are binding wheat in preperation to thresh it. We plant a small 7 acre patch every year and harvest it in this old way. The binder is a John Deer 8'. Pictures were taken on June 14th 2008 and the temperature was in the high 90's as I recall. ...
by Jarhead
Wed Apr 27, 2011 7:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Pump Rifle - How About Some Nice Wood
Replies: 11
Views: 2965

Re: OT - Pump Rifle - How About Some Nice Wood

kimwcook wrote:Very nice wood.
+1 Mighty fine :)
by Jarhead
Wed Apr 27, 2011 6:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Woohoo!! I'm going to be a land owner again
Replies: 34
Views: 4717

Re: Woohoo!! I'm going to be a land owner again

Thanks guys. And yes, living off-grid is the goal but I'm not in a hurry. The first thing is to be in a situation where I can easily do it. And I don't mean to brag - I am just really excited about this. I'm 50 years old and can see the light at the end of the tunnel and I want to be in a situation...
by Jarhead
Wed Apr 27, 2011 1:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT elk in the pasture
Replies: 9
Views: 2145

Re: OT elk in the pasture

Danny, Thanks for the tip on Mountain Lions. Oregon 'outlawed' huntin' em' with dogs, so they have gotten out of hand. Dadgum 'tree huggers' and 'earth muffins.' Oregon F&G advised me that I have the busiest Mountain Lion crossing in Oregon in the wilderness behind my place. Ya just don't see th...
by Jarhead
Wed Apr 27, 2011 12:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics
Replies: 27
Views: 6095

Re: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics

Here is my Farmall A and my dog Wolfy (RIP) . My Grandfather bought it brand new in 1941. http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee106/stevesureshot/100_0578-1.jpg RED POWER! Steve Marlinman, I can relate to what's it's like to be 13 and gettin' to drive a tractor. Nothin' better and good memories for ...
by Jarhead
Wed Apr 27, 2011 9:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT elk in the pasture
Replies: 9
Views: 2145

Re: OT elk in the pasture

:D Mighty fine, Danny....The Mountain Lions are causing problems in this neck of the woods. The Muleys have suffered more than the Elk. I have a big 'Tom' working behind my place in the Wilderness area. They mess with the new born calves too. I haven't ever killed a Mountain Lion, but that's next on...
by Jarhead
Wed Apr 27, 2011 9:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Canvas Cabin-Interior PIC
Replies: 15
Views: 3620

Re: OT-Canvas Cabin-Interior PIC

That tent is as nice as most peoples homes in my area. I bet the hound enjoys laying near the heater. By the way what kind of hound is it. I have two daushounds I am holding as I type. Had a basset for 14 years, lost her last year. A good dog is hard to beat. I have a Lion Hound-Rhodesian Ridgeback...
by Jarhead
Tue Apr 26, 2011 8:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- IT may be back.
Replies: 76
Views: 10104

Re: OT- IT may be back.

Best wishes and a prayer sent. Stay positive...
by Jarhead
Tue Apr 26, 2011 3:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Beautiful guns
Replies: 48
Views: 6430

Re: Beautiful guns

One of my favorites. 1906 vintage 1886 ELTD in .45-90 W.C.F. with special order features. :D http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/old86/CIMG1719.jpg Was one of the special order features the full mag on the extra-light? Is that wearing a Lyman No.4 up front too? Sure are some beautiful rifles poste...
by Jarhead
Tue Apr 26, 2011 12:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Straight Grip or Pistol Grip?
Replies: 25
Views: 4193

Re: Straight Grip or Pistol Grip?

Griff wrote:I like 'em both.

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+1...
by Jarhead
Tue Apr 26, 2011 11:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: dang
Replies: 6
Views: 1296

Re: dang

Pitchy wrote:
pokey wrote:
EasterCanceled.jpg
[a joke, it's a joke] :lol:
You sure those arn`t off my donkey :shock:
Now that's funny :lol:
by Jarhead
Tue Apr 26, 2011 9:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Quote for today and everyday.
Replies: 1
Views: 789

OT-Quote for today and everyday.

Go Confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you've imagined.
Henry David Thoreau (1817 - 1862)
:wink:
by Jarhead
Mon Apr 25, 2011 8:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - I'm back (pictures added)
Replies: 28
Views: 3685

Re: OT - I'm back

Griff wrote:Welcome home.
+1 :)
by Jarhead
Mon Apr 25, 2011 8:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Canvas Cabin-Interior PIC
Replies: 15
Views: 3620

Re: OT-Canvas Cabin-Interior PIC

rjohns94 wrote:couch a pull out bed?
Mike,

That's afirmative. Couch/hide a bed to the left...just couldn't fit same in the pic.

Mike
by Jarhead
Mon Apr 25, 2011 2:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Canvas Cabin-Interior PIC
Replies: 15
Views: 3620

Re: OT-Canvas Cabin-Interior PIC

Pitchy wrote:Cool,did ya make the table too? 8)
Nope....that was in my living room before I set up the Tent. I wanted to make it as comfortable as possible for my Wife and my Hound. After all, Winter is a long spell, especially this year. It's still not over yet :?
by Jarhead
Mon Apr 25, 2011 2:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Canvas Cabin-Interior PIC
Replies: 15
Views: 3620

Re: OT-Canvas Cabin-Interior PIC

Do They still call those King Heaters ? I grew up with several of those. My Dad would take the lid off and stick his foot in the stove to warm it up, with Boot on of course. I'm not sure what they call them. We call them a "Bush Stove" They are light and easy to pack in a bush plane. EPA ...
by Jarhead
Mon Apr 25, 2011 2:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1903 1894 32-40 Sluggin the Bore?
Replies: 10
Views: 2363

Re: 1903 1894 32-40 Sluggin the Bore?

If you want to learn more about casting, go here:http://castboolits.gunloads.com/index.php If you spend a few weeks reading there you'll be far in advance of 99% of all the rest of the casters in the world. Remember this rule: Every bore is a rule unto itself. It will serve you well if you heed it....
by Jarhead
Mon Apr 25, 2011 2:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Canvas Cabin-Interior PIC
Replies: 15
Views: 3620

OT-Canvas Cabin-Interior PIC

As you fellas can see, I've got it pretty rough out here. :) Wall to Wall carpet too :) "Life's a Beach and then ya Die" As we always say in huntin' camp; I wonder what the rich people are doing as we bite into some Elk back strap. http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh135/mchmannell/100_04...
by Jarhead
Mon Apr 25, 2011 12:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Beautiful guns
Replies: 48
Views: 6430

Re: Beautiful guns

back in the 70s i really wanted a Norton Commando, i think it was, .......congrats! beautiful machine and a wonderful rifle too! That was my "Dream Machine" in high school too, but that didn't happen until I was 40 years old. Mine is a 1975 850 Commando with 6,000 original miles. I also h...
by Jarhead
Mon Apr 25, 2011 11:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where'd all these Marlins come from?
Replies: 20
Views: 2714

Re: Where'd all these Marlins come from?

I was putting my new 336D/ .35 Rem away and noticed I'm getting a nice collection of Marlins going. http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q128/2ndovc/Gun%20Stuff/DSCN1185.jpg Rifle on top is Kid #2's '74 vintage 336/ .35 Remington Next one down is my 1970 336 / .35 Rem. Below that is the new 336 D/ .3...
by Jarhead
Mon Apr 25, 2011 11:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics
Replies: 27
Views: 6095

Re: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics

Dang it ! You guys have all the neat stuff. Only thing "old" I have are guns, a wringer washing machine, my wife, and a few dogs. :D Jarhead, I think your puttin' us on about your new cabin. I bet your gonna live in that tent and that new "cabin" is really a garage for all your ...
by Jarhead
Mon Apr 25, 2011 10:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Beautiful guns
Replies: 48
Views: 6430

Re: Beautiful guns

Sure are some beautiful rifles posted. Here's my Favorite. One's a 1937 Model 71 Short Rifle (2 pics). The other non-rifle related is my favorite motorcycle (2 pics) Almost as good lookin as those pics of women posted, but not quite :) . I'll only post two items, for it would take me too long to lis...
by Jarhead
Mon Apr 25, 2011 8:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics
Replies: 27
Views: 6095

Re: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics

That looks like a Ford / Ferguson. I need to refresh the paint on my 8N ,which my grandfather bought in 1950. But I'm waiting till my son is a little older so he can help. BenT I have a 1950 8N as well. She's all rusty and needs to be restored, but she runs and everything works. The engine smokes a...
by Jarhead
Sun Apr 24, 2011 10:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Way OT: Marines boogie in Afghanistan
Replies: 11
Views: 1850

Re: Way OT: Marines boogie in Afghanistan

My old unit "The Fighting Fifth" has been sluggin' it out over there and has taken heavy casualties. :( I think about them everyday...."God Speed" India 3/5 They finally got Tank support this past winter and that has really made a difference. I get updates from my Brothers and th...
by Jarhead
Sun Apr 24, 2011 8:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Canvas Cabin
Replies: 29
Views: 4111

Re: OT-Canvas Cabin

2ndovc wrote:Darned impressive!!!

jb 8)
+1 Mighty fine! 8)
by Jarhead
Sun Apr 24, 2011 8:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1903 1894 32-40 Sluggin the Bore?
Replies: 10
Views: 2363

Re: 1903 1894 32-40 Sluggin the Bore?

Mescalero wrote:My niece had her animal naming ceromony.
She is otter.
That's neat! :) Not sure yet what the names will be for my wife and girls.
by Jarhead
Sun Apr 24, 2011 8:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1903 1894 32-40 Sluggin the Bore?
Replies: 10
Views: 2363

Re: 1903 1894 32-40 Sluggin the Bore?

Driftwood Johnson, Thanks a million for info. I'll copy and paste same onto a word document and print same for future reference. Marvin S, I have not reloaded any cast bullets yet, but bought some ammo from Buffalo Bore. Thanks for your knowledge and experience. I'll make note of this for sure when ...
by Jarhead
Sun Apr 24, 2011 6:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1903 1894 32-40 Sluggin the Bore?
Replies: 10
Views: 2363

Re: 1903 1894 32-40 Sluggin the Bore?

Pokey, Thanks for the link and the tip on sluggin' the bore. The bore on this rifle is bright and shinny and the rifling is present, but not nearly defined as a new one. 1903 was awhile back and I think the rifle was used mainly for bench shootin'. I reckon it's seen quite a few rounds through it, b...
by Jarhead
Sun Apr 24, 2011 11:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1903 1894 32-40 Sluggin the Bore?
Replies: 10
Views: 2363

1903 1894 32-40 Sluggin the Bore?

I am new to 'cast bullets.' In fact, I have never done it before. I have a 1903 1894 that has a mint bore and I ordered some ammo from Buffalo Arms, but my groups are just OK. I'd like to get em' tighter and have been told that slugging the bore and then ordering or making cast bullets to that diame...
by Jarhead
Sun Apr 24, 2011 8:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-For The "Old" Jeep Guys--(Jeeps that is)
Replies: 18
Views: 2780

Re: OT-For The "Old" Jeep Guys--(Jeeps that is)

Sixgun,

Your "Ebonics" has improved. LMAO :lol:
by Jarhead
Sun Apr 24, 2011 12:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-For The "Old" Jeep Guys--(Jeeps that is)
Replies: 18
Views: 2780

Re: OT-For The "Old" Jeep Guys--(Jeeps that is)

Great job Sixgun....Adapt, Improvise, and Overcome. You can always take that 2K and buy some more Starline Brass. I don't think that 2K ya saved will buy the kind of Winchesters you like and own. However, another Model 71 would work. You can get a pretty nice one for 2K these days with the economy t...
by Jarhead
Sun Apr 24, 2011 12:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics
Replies: 27
Views: 6095

Re: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics

Cimarron, Learn something every day... :wink: I've never seen a Huber before. Oklahoma has some great tractor shows. I sure wish they had shows out west. Thanks for sharing. 8) We do have shows "out west". Isn't Oregon out west? It was yesterday. :mrgreen: :lol: Glad you enjoyed the show....
by Jarhead
Sat Apr 23, 2011 7:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: The garden is alive!
Replies: 14
Views: 2795

Re: OT: The garden is alive!

Mighty fine garden...I bet watermelon get big in Texas! My buddy in Georgia had one over 100lbs....
Nobody even thinks of planting here until June...
by Jarhead
Sat Apr 23, 2011 7:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics
Replies: 27
Views: 6095

Re: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics

Cimarron,

Learn something every day... :wink: I've never seen a Huber before. Oklahoma has some great tractor shows. I sure wish they had shows out west. Thanks for sharing. 8)
by Jarhead
Sat Apr 23, 2011 3:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics
Replies: 27
Views: 6095

Re: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics

Hobbie,
That's such a neat picture! :) Looks like a 9N...
Doesn't look like you've changed a whole heck of a lot :lol: Just kiddin' :P

Gobbler,
Very cool 8) Nice cabin too! 8)
by Jarhead
Sat Apr 23, 2011 11:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 1886 45-70
Replies: 14
Views: 4278

Re: Winchester 1886 45-70

There are NEW Miroku 1886 ELs and 24" barreled Short Rifles showing up at this time. They have all of the lawyer induced falderal and need some parts replaced to be reliable. Off the rack they will sometimes fail to fire and that ain't good. Other than that they are VERY WELL made brutes and c...
by Jarhead
Sat Apr 23, 2011 10:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics
Replies: 27
Views: 6095

Re: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics

Pitchy,
Thanks for sharing. Neat!! :D
How much did you sell the grader for? Man that's cool 8)
by Jarhead
Sat Apr 23, 2011 10:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics
Replies: 27
Views: 6095

OT-1953 Ford Jubilee-Pics

I love old tractors, cars, and motorcylces. Here's a pic of my 1953 Ford. I bought this off a 90 year old farmer who was the original owner. Also have a 1950 8N, but I like this one better cause she's got live hydrolics. 8) Anybody else into old tractors? Post some PICs...I'd love to see them. http:...
by Jarhead
Sat Apr 23, 2011 9:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: M1911 T-shirt
Replies: 5
Views: 1624

Re: OT: M1911 T-shirt

Gents: awhile back I saw a T-shirt that had a picture of a M1911 on the front, with "Since 1911, locked and cocked" below it. Anyone remember this or who sold it? Ray, Sure don't, but here's one that brings back some memories. http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh135/mchmannell/yhst-14112...
by Jarhead
Fri Apr 22, 2011 10:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- They're at it again.
Replies: 21
Views: 3699

Re: OT- They're at it again.

Nothing worse than a thief. I hope you get the issue resolved.
by Jarhead
Fri Apr 22, 2011 6:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Canvas Cabin
Replies: 29
Views: 4111

Re: OT-Canvas Cabin

Good for you and it's good that you know that these are the best days. Building while living on site has strengthened and/or ruined some marriages. I would do it again tomorrow. :D Gobbler Gobbler, Nice pic of you and your wife working together towards a common goal. Looks like your building a log ...