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by horsesoldier03
Fri Jan 18, 2008 7:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sometimes you just can't advoid buy another gun, New 1886!
Replies: 22
Views: 3220

What else are good friends for??? Congratulations, shes a beauty!
by horsesoldier03
Fri Jan 18, 2008 7:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: A good phone call
Replies: 25
Views: 3471

Sorry to hear that, its not too late, she may change her mind! Will keep you and your family in my prayers!
by horsesoldier03
Wed Jan 16, 2008 6:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Hope this is not too political!!
Replies: 8
Views: 1576

Yep that is FRED PHELPS and his crew. We have had to deal with his churches BS long enough. They also protest funerals of Soldiers that have died in Iraq. Recently (not sure which state) they protested a funeral and the family successfully sued them and received a multi million dollar judgement agai...
by horsesoldier03
Wed Jan 16, 2008 1:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ideal short rifle?
Replies: 35
Views: 6404

Thats a good possibility, however, my 1894 .44 mag would give it a good run for the money. I slicked up the action by working the bolt and lever over real good with some 000 and then 0000 steel wool. It shoots to POA at 100 yrds.
by horsesoldier03
Mon Jan 14, 2008 5:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 13 year old boy shoots Mountain Lion
Replies: 9
Views: 1996

13 year old boy shoots Mountain Lion

http://www.predatormastersforums.com/ub ... art=1&vc=1

Looks like he did a good job of it, intresting story as well.
by horsesoldier03
Sun Jan 13, 2008 8:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: COMANCHE MOOM IS ON TONIGHT 1/12/18 AT 9 CBS
Replies: 7
Views: 1189

Yep I am sitting here waiting for it to come on now. Only 32 min to go for me! :D
by horsesoldier03
Thu Jan 10, 2008 11:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Interarms M92
Replies: 7
Views: 1549

Hartman, if that was your first levergun you dun real good on negotiating a deal! Welcome to the club!
by horsesoldier03
Thu Jan 10, 2008 11:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Breaking News: Winchester 94 To Return
Replies: 36
Views: 6738

I have honestly thought all along that Winchester would eventually come back into the scheme of things. I think they made a big mistake coming out with the WSM calibers and basically tried to reinvent the wheel with the new calibers which command a high price for ammo that is not available everywher...
by horsesoldier03
Tue Jan 08, 2008 12:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Politics - Junior isn't going to like this...
Replies: 7
Views: 1691

Well tell the old coot he will be missed. Other than his democratic views I always enjoyed his insight and still go to his website on occasion and check out articles. And as far as politics goes, not sure the republicans have done much better for us than the DEMS.
by horsesoldier03
Mon Jan 07, 2008 8:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 3:10 to Yuma
Replies: 28
Views: 4288

North Bender wrote:What was "www.watchtvsitcoms.com" about?

I tried to open the link and the site has been shut down.
It was a site that you could go in and watch tv shows and movies for free. I havent tried it in a while. I sure hope they get it back up.
by horsesoldier03
Mon Jan 07, 2008 7:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 3:10 to Yuma
Replies: 28
Views: 4288

Not a big supporter of Russell Crow here. If I am not mistaken, he is one of the Hollywood Anti-gun **** that continually makes his money promoting violence! I may be wrong but I am fairly sure that I am not. He wont get a dime from me. Of course you can go to www.watchtvsitcoms.com and watch movies...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Jan 07, 2008 5:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT (cuz they didn't have a lever) WOLF ATTACK link w/pics
Replies: 17
Views: 3294

Just goes to show that you should never be to far from a shooting iron. Always a good idea to keep a truck gun/4 wheeler gun. Hope your dog is ok, I am sure the whole incident embedded him as a family member if he wasnt considered one already.
by horsesoldier03
Mon Jan 07, 2008 4:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Humor: International Darwin Award Nominees...
Replies: 17
Views: 2784

IDIOTS!!! I honestly hope that picture was staged and it didnt really happen. :roll:
by horsesoldier03
Sun Jan 06, 2008 8:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Almost destroyed a rifle and hurt myself yesterday.....
Replies: 21
Views: 3386

Good Catch! There have been alot of reloaders that werent quite as lucky.
by horsesoldier03
Sun Jan 06, 2008 8:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- My Rossi Finally Reborn!
Replies: 41
Views: 6046

Previously I had always thought the Rossi single shot rifle was butt ugly. Its nice to see a great transformation. Great Job, now I am thinking about one for myself!
by horsesoldier03
Sun Jan 06, 2008 8:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 10 GAUGE AMMO
Replies: 14
Views: 2991

Check out Grafs out of Mexico, MO.

http://www.grafs.com/ammo/385
by horsesoldier03
Sun Jan 06, 2008 8:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: When and how often do you clean your guns?
Replies: 34
Views: 4990

Each time I go to the range I try to clean the same day or maybe the next day at the latest as long as I dont plan on shooting again that week. Here deer season is only about 10 days so normally I will clean the gun after the season ends with the exception being if I shoot a deer early in the season...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Jan 06, 2008 8:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I was going to the range today, but something got in the way
Replies: 36
Views: 5721

And I thought I was the only one with that kind of luck! Glad to hear you made it out fairly cheap, that honestly isnt that much these days and it certainly could have been ALOT worse! Now you only have to deal with the disappointment of not getting to the range.
by horsesoldier03
Sun Jan 06, 2008 9:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- One thing you'll never see
Replies: 20
Views: 4476

Hillary didnt like it the last time she was in the White House and wasnt in charge! I dont think that she would step down and admit defeat until there is an election.
by horsesoldier03
Fri Jan 04, 2008 6:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wheres Junior?
Replies: 36
Views: 4989

Hopefully he is out finding him some GUN GALS so that he can finish the calander link on his website. It would be a great way to start the New Years!
by horsesoldier03
Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 125gr 357 Mag ammo from Leverguns and Revolvers
Replies: 15
Views: 3048

Good Insight J, I have always been fond of the 125 jhp in my M 19 and I am too ignorant to even catch your mispellings :D
by horsesoldier03
Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: **OT** Daughter Made Off With My Carry Piece...I'm Pleased
Replies: 15
Views: 3025

Isnt it great to watch your kids grow up and see them make GOOD CHOICES!
by horsesoldier03
Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Orleans Gun Owners, Please Read This........
Replies: 12
Views: 3094

Its hard to beleive that in the US the day ever came when someone knocked on the door and said give me your guns. NOT SO SURE HOW I WOULD DEAL WITH THAT and hope I never have to find out! Never thought about it that much, I have been keeping all my guns but 1 in my gunsafe. Think I may need to move ...
by horsesoldier03
Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who here uses a lever gun as their house gun?
Replies: 42
Views: 5837

I can see keeping a nice sawed of or short barreled shotgun around but most rifles have way too much power and NOISE to be shot in a home, walls are too thin, would hate to hit a family member if I didnt have time to get them all collected into my bedroom before the shooting started. I have a 1911 a...
by horsesoldier03
Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I need Help! PPPastor,Ambracol,PACO,Hobie????????
Replies: 44
Views: 5219

For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved!
by horsesoldier03
Wed Jan 02, 2008 3:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Hunting with Huckabee
Replies: 4
Views: 1362

I havent heard anything on him yet and havent taken the time to really research his positions on the internet. Isnt he from Arkansas??? Nuff Said there! I will say this on a positive note. He got 3 phesant!
by horsesoldier03
Tue Jan 01, 2008 10:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hmm......this does not make sense to me.
Replies: 20
Views: 3864

Ya gotta just hate a thief! :x
by horsesoldier03
Tue Jan 01, 2008 9:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: what do you lube '92 actions with?
Replies: 21
Views: 3297

I would try small pebbles and sand! :D
by horsesoldier03
Tue Jan 01, 2008 9:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hmm......this does not make sense to me.
Replies: 20
Views: 3864

Probably just a standard deviation in your loads. I would mark the cylinder that fires the 1st round of the string and see if the lower velocity / report is coming from one specific chamber or if it is a random occurance.
by horsesoldier03
Tue Jan 01, 2008 8:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Single six ruger should shoot better than this.
Replies: 10
Views: 2457

1" huh, :D I must be way too satisfied with mediocricy because that sounds pretty good to me. I used to have an old Ithica 1911 that I was issued while in the service. In order to hit the center mass of the target at 50 meters during qualification, I had to aim at the edge of the right shoulder...
by horsesoldier03
Tue Jan 01, 2008 3:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- I hope 2008 is a Better Year For You
Replies: 12
Views: 2447

Fortunately for me 2007 was better than 2005 or 2006, so I have have high hopes for 2008 as well! :D HAPPY NEW YEAR!
by horsesoldier03
Tue Jan 01, 2008 3:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT I fly out Wednesday to start my new job
Replies: 15
Views: 2634

You must have been living right! Your very fortunate to find work so quickly many go without jobs for alot longer after such an experiance. Glad to hear of your good fortune!
by horsesoldier03
Tue Jan 01, 2008 3:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cool Winchester site:)
Replies: 7
Views: 1588

I was checking out an old 94 winchester 30WCF in my Father in Laws gun safe this weekend. He has a nice but worn 94 Winchester serial # 341XXX. As best I can tell was made around the turn of the century. Just wish that old gun could talk.
by horsesoldier03
Tue Jan 01, 2008 1:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: It's official-I heard the first MARLIN'S ARE GOING UP!
Replies: 16
Views: 4215

My Marlins are not all that old only about 25 yrs old now but thankfully all of mine are PRE SAFETY. I wont be selling any off them for less than $500. I am sure they arnt worth that yet, but guarenteed ONE DAY SOON they will be! If everyone else starts hanging on to what they have, I am sure once t...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Dec 31, 2007 2:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Transporting rifles comfortably.
Replies: 23
Views: 3469

I would opt for mounting an old set of metal gun racks on the back wall of the cab behind the seat. Years ago Chevy had a nice convient trough that was at the base of the seat and ran all the way across to the opposite side of the cab. Either my 1894 or my 336 Marlin would ride there nicely just wra...
by horsesoldier03
Fri Dec 28, 2007 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is best, so many different 30-30 loads !
Replies: 19
Views: 3611

Mine shoots the promotional ammo for Federal Winchester and Remington all equally well. Never tried anything else.
by horsesoldier03
Fri Dec 28, 2007 8:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Politics-Entrapment or no?
Replies: 42
Views: 5770

Yes I think it was entrapment, however, YES he is Guilty! Kind of krewl when the authorities use your human instincts against you to coax you to do something you wouldnt normally do! Thats almost as bad as someone giving you an 1895 winchester and a case of ammo and telling you dont shoot it. :cry:
by horsesoldier03
Fri Dec 28, 2007 6:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Did the deed - Pre-Remington 336A
Replies: 13
Views: 2574

Re: Did the deed - Pre-Remington 336A

I don't buy used guns, and I didn't want to wait and find them unavailable or more expensive under the new ownership. Just wanted to thank you for not buying used guns! It leaves alot of great deals out there for the rest of us! :D Hope you enjoy your new 336, if I ever get out of my string of bad ...
by horsesoldier03
Fri Dec 28, 2007 6:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Question for the M1911 guys: Full-size vs. Commander???
Replies: 28
Views: 3973

Make mine a FULL SIZE GOVT model! Thats just the way they were meant to be built. If I have a need for a smaller gun, I would get the S&W 4513 or something along that line.
by horsesoldier03
Thu Dec 27, 2007 9:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Adios Amigos!
Replies: 78
Views: 12657

Enjoy the vacation, see you when you get back!
by horsesoldier03
Thu Dec 27, 2007 8:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Deadliest mushroom in the woods
Replies: 41
Views: 5278

Man that would be just my luck too! I have never had that happen but sure as it did it would be when it counted! Better luck next year! :D
by horsesoldier03
Thu Dec 27, 2007 8:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The recent negativity...
Replies: 47
Views: 7679

YOU CANT PLEASE EVERYONE SO YOU GOT TO PLEASE YOURSELF!

+1 with Sixguns comment- just be yourself. There will always be disagreements, you cant please everyone all the time and can seldom please most people any of the time. When you start trying I think thats when you become a politician! If you wear your feelings on your shirt sleeve someone is bound to...
by horsesoldier03
Thu Dec 27, 2007 6:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - a hunting air rifle
Replies: 21
Views: 3050

I would think that you could get an air tank filled at a welding supply shop as well or a place that would handle compressed tanks air tanks, oxygen, accetelyne etc.
by horsesoldier03
Thu Dec 27, 2007 5:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hobie--We Want The Blue & Gold Stars Back
Replies: 18
Views: 3858

I'm one of the upstart wet-behind-the-ears guys from the old forum - having signed on 08/01/06. My post count is high just because I have diarrhea of the mouth - or, in this case - the fingers (keyboard guys - stick with me) :wink: I'll take the stars too - but only we can add in the old post count...
by horsesoldier03
Thu Dec 27, 2007 12:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT--California here I come.
Replies: 22
Views: 3486

I lived in California (Ft Irwin/Barstow) for 4 years. It was almost dead center in the Mojavie Desert. I enjoyed getting out and checking out the old mines in the area and lots of public ground. Not much luck finding something to shoot though. Anything that was there was a protected species! :D Good...
by horsesoldier03
Wed Dec 26, 2007 8:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- I get to go to the SHOT Show. Wooo Hooo
Replies: 10
Views: 1897

As long as they dont allow resale of used guns over the counter, it may give you some good opportunities for personal bargins on the side. Provided the owners do not deem it a conflict of interest!
by horsesoldier03
Wed Dec 26, 2007 8:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Rifleman
Replies: 7
Views: 1539

I cant remember where I seen the article. However it was from a reputable writer. I think Mike Venturo or maybe Gary Sitton. Anyways, There were several (3 I think) of the rifles used in the making of the rifleman. I also understand that Mr. Connors was indeed fairly handy with it as well and was an...
by horsesoldier03
Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- I get to go to the SHOT Show. Wooo Hooo
Replies: 10
Views: 1897

I see your really gonna be hating this new job and all its demanding hours! :D
by horsesoldier03
Wed Dec 26, 2007 6:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If You Loaned a Gun out and it Came Back -Like This?
Replies: 36
Views: 6729

NEVER LOAN ANY GUN TO ANYONE. I think this has been discussed before. Yes you should be able to expect someone to bring a gun back to you in just as good of condition as before you loaned it. However, I make it a practice DO NOT LOAN RIFLES! If I do ever loan a rifle, I will ensure that it is one th...
by horsesoldier03
Wed Dec 26, 2007 6:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: AMAZING COINCIDENCES!
Replies: 26
Views: 4438

I guess in AZ, SHEEP are no joking matter! :D They must want you to keep their relatives out of it!