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by horsesoldier03
Wed Apr 23, 2008 1:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin - Glenfield Model 30 ??
Replies: 11
Views: 2378

Re: Marlin - Glenfield Model 30 ??

I was offered one of these for $175 in 95% condition. Allegedly unfired. Were they factory D/T'd for scope mounts or receiver sights? What makes it any different than a 336? Thanks I have a Glenfield Model 30. The stock is made of birch rather than black walnut and yes they are D/T'd at the factory...
by horsesoldier03
Wed Apr 23, 2008 1:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gun combo 17 of 17
Replies: 21
Views: 2638

Thanks for the great series of post. VERY NICE
by horsesoldier03
Tue Apr 22, 2008 1:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR - The Tools in my workshop:
Replies: 11
Views: 2284

Sounds about how I use all of my tools in my tool chest.
by horsesoldier03
Tue Apr 22, 2008 1:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Horse Questions.
Replies: 26
Views: 3321

Judging from your two previous post I would recommend possibly leasing a horse at a local stable or nearby farm first. Horses are indeed a lifestyle and when you honestly dont have a need for them or use them frequently they soon become a burden. As far as the prosective horse that you posted, I wil...
by horsesoldier03
Tue Apr 22, 2008 12:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gun combo 15 of 17
Replies: 7
Views: 887

I used to have a pair of the S&W 629s with 6" barrels. Never intended it that way, just happened to come across two good buys. Bought one of them for $300 and the other I paid $250. That was back in the late 80s. Unfortunately times got hard being a newly married couple and I ended up selli...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Apr 21, 2008 7:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT:Father accidentally shoots son while turkey hunting
Replies: 49
Views: 6403

Well if he did it with intent I would say yes he should go to jail. However I seriously doubt that is the case. If it was honestly an accident, he and his family will have enough issues to deal with. If it were me, they would have probably found me laying next to him. I cant imagine having to live w...
by horsesoldier03
Sat Apr 19, 2008 2:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS: Gun Show and Private Transfer BAN
Replies: 20
Views: 3408

ED, The facts are the facts and it pretty much looks like the only canidate that I can in good concience vote for is McCain. A write in for RON PAUL does not seem like it will take our cause very far. I will guarentee you that I do not want any anti gun legislation passed just as much as the next gu...
by horsesoldier03
Fri Apr 18, 2008 6:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: *OT* Gunshot Victim Survives
Replies: 11
Views: 1803

Mythbusters investigated this one, the inside of the car had to hit greater than 140F in order for ""Poppin Fresh" to do his thing. Noah Mythbusters would be wrong on that statement in my opinion. I used to work for Safeway Grocery Store back in my high school days. I seen bisquits e...
by horsesoldier03
Fri Apr 18, 2008 6:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I need advice
Replies: 86
Views: 11168

EVER THOUGHT OF BUYING A STOCK RIFLE. I honestly think that I have done a better job installing a butt pad than the guy did on your rifle. However, IMO, and I am no expert the rest of the work looks pretty nice. Not sure what happened on the stuck case. My guess is he was just making a dummy cartrid...
by horsesoldier03
Fri Apr 18, 2008 5:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pyrodex???
Replies: 27
Views: 3105

I love to use pyrodex in my ML. However, IMO, it has no useful purpose in a modern rifle that is capable of using smokeless powder.
by horsesoldier03
Fri Apr 18, 2008 5:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS: Gun Show and Private Transfer BAN
Replies: 20
Views: 3408

YOU BETTER ACT QUICK, SELL ME ALL YOUR GUNS BEFORE YOU NO LONG HAVE THAT RIGHT!!! :D
by horsesoldier03
Fri Apr 18, 2008 5:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - stevens model 311 wood
Replies: 9
Views: 1437

Assuming you dont have issues with using EBAY.

http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dl ... category0=
by horsesoldier03
Tue Apr 15, 2008 1:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gun combo 8 of 17
Replies: 13
Views: 1707

Ysabel, You say your pics are poor quality, but from what I have seen they arnt half bad. Also, your excellent choice in firearms makes up for any other short comings. It seems we are about half way finished with your series and they are only getting better. Your gonna have to quit soon though becau...
by horsesoldier03
Tue Apr 15, 2008 1:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-- Pics of my office. (trains)MORE PICTURES, LOTS more
Replies: 67
Views: 6764

Who says UPPER Management always gets the best office with the best view! VERY NICE!!!
by horsesoldier03
Mon Apr 14, 2008 3:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another "Mare's Leg"
Replies: 28
Views: 4862

I was reading an article on a Mares Leg a while back. If I understand correctly it isnt an issue on paperwork because the gun is manufactured that way and is not an alteration. Would be curious if anyone out there has purchased one and has first hand knowledge!
by horsesoldier03
Sat Apr 12, 2008 9:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Humvee stuck - insult to injury!
Replies: 15
Views: 2452

Hope he didnt do that in the summer time when water was being restricted! Those UPARMOR Hummv's are very heavy and will get stuck very easily. I am sure he will be hearing about it from those in his unit for a long time.
by horsesoldier03
Sat Apr 12, 2008 9:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gun combos 6 of 17
Replies: 6
Views: 1055

Very Nice! Looking forward to the rest of the series. Keep em coming!
by horsesoldier03
Fri Apr 11, 2008 12:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do You Guys do it?
Replies: 82
Views: 11392

Here are my before promised pics. These are all at the 200 yards slow fire segment of the range the only position not shown is the prone. Sitting notice good bone suport and solid check weld. http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f174/saloonslug111/HPIM0678.jpg [ Never thought I would say this, but dan...
by horsesoldier03
Fri Apr 11, 2008 12:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Thinking of building an old time Flintlock
Replies: 20
Views: 4051

I was going to tell you about muzzleloadingforum.com, however, someone has beat me too it. It is an excellent resourse and has resident experts that can give you excellent advise.
by horsesoldier03
Fri Apr 11, 2008 12:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Phil Sharpe's Thoughts On Cats
Replies: 51
Views: 6785

Looks like he doesnt realize he isnt a PUPPY anymore huh! Nice pups!
by horsesoldier03
Fri Apr 11, 2008 12:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wow!! a .30 cal 170 grain bullet at 2000 fps!!
Replies: 34
Views: 5614

I have an 11 yr old daughter that expresses intrest in hunting and guns as well. We will frequently go shooting together and up until now she has been restricted to .22s and her .410. However, the last time we went shooting, she tried both the 30-30 and my .308. She loved both of them and chose the ...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Apr 06, 2008 5:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new member says hi
Replies: 25
Views: 3417

WELCOME TO THE FORUM!
by horsesoldier03
Sun Apr 06, 2008 5:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Problem with Cimarron Firearms Co.
Replies: 81
Views: 11558

Glad to hear your getting the issue resolved. Keep us posted on the outcome. I hope the folks at Cimarron have learned to at least be thorough when inspected customers guns sent to them and to document what actions were taken and provide that back to the customer. While the issue is being resolved, ...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Apr 06, 2008 4:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Results of the Gun Auction
Replies: 18
Views: 2993

Sounds like we must be going to the same kind of auctions. Its unreal how many people will pay a price higher on some guns that you could buy cheaper at Walmart. Some of the antiques really get over bid. Kind of makes you sick when you go see that many guns at auction and cant get at least one of th...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Apr 06, 2008 4:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do You Guys do it?
Replies: 82
Views: 11392

If your sight post is covering the whole target you may try what they term as a 6 oclock hold. That is where you place your bead at the bottom of the targets edge and have the gun sighted in where it shoots slightly higher than your point of aim.
by horsesoldier03
Sun Apr 06, 2008 4:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do You Guys do it?
Replies: 82
Views: 11392

TCOMER, not saying that everyone exagerates the truth, however, I will say some are not proficient at estimating ranges. However many are very capable at that distance as well. I dont shoot on an actual civilian gun range, however, I do have a 100 ft measuring tape that I have taped off known distan...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Apr 06, 2008 1:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .44 Mag 250 GR. PTHP
Replies: 2
Views: 653

Sounds like a good bullet design. I use the Federal HSTs and they have the same stridations on the bullet to assist in expansion. IMHO, the term .44 mag means more to me as far as power goes than the term platinum. Copper and lead have always proved to be lethal in my opinion. However, I do like nic...
by horsesoldier03
Sat Apr 05, 2008 11:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Sixguns...
Replies: 19
Views: 3854

I love the looks of that MONTADO, but I must confess, I cant stand the Bat Masterson Show. I think its the song that I find so irritating! :D
by horsesoldier03
Sat Apr 05, 2008 5:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Glenfield Mdl 60
Replies: 27
Views: 3645

I think I would head over to the nearest WALMART and buy me a brand new one. Every OLD gun was NEW at one time! I wont support gun shops that want new prices for older firearms!
by horsesoldier03
Thu Apr 03, 2008 9:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- BillCosby, on human behaviour
Replies: 14
Views: 2410

www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgzDovpCTuQ

Definately reasons that you need to carry a gun!
by horsesoldier03
Thu Apr 03, 2008 6:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Problem with Cimarron Firearms Co.
Replies: 81
Views: 11558

Send one more email to them and attach the link of your post to it. Be sure to let them know that we are all tired of manufacturers that refuse to stand behind their products!
by horsesoldier03
Sun Mar 30, 2008 10:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Not a lever, but what do you get for under $100 anymore
Replies: 28
Views: 4407

I have a M44 that has the bayonet still on it. All I can say is that I love the rifle. I hear many complain of the sights, however I take mine to the river and shoot gar and turtles quite easily with the iron sights at distances around 50 yds. Ammo is sometimes hard to find but can be quite cheap. I...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Mar 30, 2008 10:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - home security help.PLEASE
Replies: 34
Views: 4287

You may try to post a game camera up. Might not only help you ID the thief, but also help find you a nice healthy deer for this coming season.
by horsesoldier03
Fri Mar 28, 2008 1:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Leaving on coyote hunt with unexpected suprise
Replies: 23
Views: 3345

Very nice! Bet you wont even care if you get a coyote. Of course, you sure need some kind of hide to break in that pretty new knife!
by horsesoldier03
Wed Mar 26, 2008 7:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - 1911's
Replies: 21
Views: 3804

No Thread is complete without a picture!

This is my Springfield MILSPEC I purchased for myself as a retirement present after serving 20 yrs with the US Army. Needless to say, I am just a bit prejudice!

Image
by horsesoldier03
Wed Mar 26, 2008 12:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Stranger in... my own land?
Replies: 36
Views: 4946

Well when you only talk TEXUN, you have to take a short cut every now and again!
by horsesoldier03
Wed Mar 26, 2008 12:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Stranger in... my own land?
Replies: 36
Views: 4946

BruceB wrote:Esto es los Estados Unidos de América. Hablamos inglés aquí. 8)
I took the liberty of using my translator to figure out just what bruce was trying to say!

"This is the United States of America. We speak English here"


:lol:
by horsesoldier03
Wed Mar 26, 2008 12:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Stranger in... my own land?
Replies: 36
Views: 4946

siento a su hermano de dolor

Thats Spanish for "I feel your pain brother"!
:)

Lets hope they get the right legislation to fix it!!!

But for now here is a link to help you translate.

http://www.omniglot.com/links/translation.htm
by horsesoldier03
Wed Mar 26, 2008 12:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Picked up a 44 Special to Go with 1892 Winchester.
Replies: 12
Views: 1707

You should have never of bought it! You should have instantly told me about it so that I could have stolen it out from under you! :D
But since its yours now, GOOD SNAG!
by horsesoldier03
Sun Mar 23, 2008 6:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More folly from Wally
Replies: 27
Views: 4979

TIMES ARE CHANGING AND MAN IT HAS TO BE FOR THE WORSE! I remember when I could walk into Travis' Hardware as a kid and buy as many BBs as I could carry. I would reach up over the counter and put my money on top as the clerk gave me the BBs and all I would hear in return is "Ya'll be carefull an...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Mar 23, 2008 1:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A great Easter gesture from this forum -
Replies: 15
Views: 2201

Makes me glad to know I keep good company! Thanks for sharing!
by horsesoldier03
Sun Mar 23, 2008 1:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Humor - Church services
Replies: 53
Views: 6446

JARHEAD,

ITS A JOKE! No disrespect is intended towards those that served.

I guess you never sat through a baptist service as a kid on a hot summer day. There were days as a kid I swore I would die before it was over.
by horsesoldier03
Sun Mar 23, 2008 1:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What does FIT and FINISH mean to you
Replies: 34
Views: 6077

All of my guns are basic run of the mill firearms that are purchased as is over the counter from local sporting goods stores or local pawn shops. None in my opinion have the attention to detail that makes a rifle a true work of art. However, all are suitable for use and are very functional. Proper f...
by horsesoldier03
Fri Mar 21, 2008 6:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Gun Smith Woes
Replies: 17
Views: 2437

I feel your pain! I would do exactly what your doing. Cant imagine getting a gun back in parts and have the A##hole have the nerve to expect me to pay money as well. Best of luck with your suite. Hopefully we can get rid of a few of these guys that cant provide reputable service.
by horsesoldier03
Tue Mar 18, 2008 11:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bought 8 Boxes of Percussion Caps
Replies: 14
Views: 2242

Make sure you get some desicant for storing them, that swamp might promote early decay.
by horsesoldier03
Fri Mar 14, 2008 7:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Time to recall old attitudes about guns
Replies: 11
Views: 2477

Re: Times have changed

Brought my first deer rifle home on the school bus, after buying it from a math teacher.. a 1903A3 Remington, a DCM rifle, bought by the teacher for $21, and sold to me for $25.. bus driver asked me to sit in the front seat so the little kids wouldn't get hurt on the sharp front sight. I was 16 at ...
by horsesoldier03
Tue Mar 11, 2008 10:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-30 load for home defense
Replies: 71
Views: 10969

Thanks for the update Jim. Like I said, I couldnt get the file to open. I appreciate the info.
by horsesoldier03
Tue Mar 11, 2008 10:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Movie review
Replies: 7
Views: 1375

I have American Gangster coming on NETFLIXs so I guess I will go ahead and watch it. I remember when BROKEN TRAIL came out, I turned it off in the first 15 minutes. I like realism! THe opening Cattle drive was ridiculous 2 guys setting out to take a large herd over a long distance. The wife constant...
by horsesoldier03
Tue Mar 11, 2008 10:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-30 load for home defense
Replies: 71
Views: 10969

Mark, IMO you will be good to go if that is your situation. I personally would use a 125 grn or 130 grn JHP. As far as no one ever being prosecuted or had selection of ammunition or use of reloads being used against them in a court trial; I was able to find ref. to New Jearsy vs. Daniel N. Bias. How...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Mar 10, 2008 7:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Eating Healthy at Houston Rodeo
Replies: 20
Views: 3443

I bet they didnt do much buisness. Let us know if they show back up next year.