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by model55
Thu Jan 26, 2012 10:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Fishing Gun
Replies: 40
Views: 3975

Re: Fishing Gun

by model55
Thu Jan 26, 2012 10:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Fishing Gun
Replies: 40
Views: 3975

Re: Fishing Gun

I'd be real tempted by the black hawk/marlin combo,7mm magnum only if your were dedicated to some long range shooting.
by model55
Thu Jan 26, 2012 10:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What have I gotten into?claw mounts.
Replies: 9
Views: 1149

Re: What have I gotten into?claw mounts.

Kind of what my hope is down the road.Be nice to use something that some one with good skills made for awhile then pass it on.
by model55
Thu Jan 26, 2012 1:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: (ASM) Colt's Third Model Dragoon
Replies: 16
Views: 2272

Re: (ASM) Colt's Third Model Dragoon

Years ago I was in a gun shop when a young Eurasian lady came in to pick a gun she had ordered-that being a S&W 44 magnum.Had to keep my jaw off the floor.I doubt she was a 100 pounds.Always wonder if it was for her or some lucky young man.
by model55
Wed Jan 25, 2012 2:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What have I gotten into?claw mounts.
Replies: 9
Views: 1149

Re: What have I gotten into?claw mounts.

8mm but I want to double check it as I'm hoping it is still 8x57 and not some sporting caliber.Don't know if there were caliber restrictions after the war.
by model55
Wed Jan 25, 2012 2:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Smith Model 10 arrives
Replies: 44
Views: 4533

Re: Smith Model 10 arrives

Nice!California Corrections still uses them.
by model55
Wed Jan 25, 2012 2:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Para-Hawking
Replies: 3
Views: 664

Re: Para-Hawking

On the wife's bucket list.
by model55
Wed Jan 25, 2012 2:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What have I gotten into?claw mounts.
Replies: 9
Views: 1149

What have I gotten into?claw mounts.

Stopped by one of my haunts the other day on a whim just to look around.They are usually over priced on their surplus firearms so I wasn't expecting much but what they had never left my hand till I handed it over the counter and committed to buy it.It is a Mauser 98 that appears to have been redone ...
by model55
Wed Jan 25, 2012 1:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What Is That ONE Firearm.....??
Replies: 50
Views: 4202

Re: What Is That ONE Firearm.....??

One of Dad's old Colts,New Service or woodsman.If I absolutely had to.
by model55
Mon Jan 23, 2012 3:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Resurrected '73 Trapdoor Rifle
Replies: 20
Views: 1975

Re: Resurrected '73 Trapdoor Rifle

You have to do what you have to do and you did a great job! Some thing to be proud of.
by model55
Sat Jan 21, 2012 11:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Have all y'all missed these new Mossbergs?
Replies: 110
Views: 12194

Re: Have all y'all missed these new Mossbergs?

Maybe you could use it as a crutch and attach things to it like a coffee cup holder or something............
by model55
Fri Jan 20, 2012 11:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tacticool Marlin
Replies: 26
Views: 4327

Re: Tacticool Marlin

Why would you possibly need a full length tri rail fore arm in the first place?
by model55
Wed Jan 18, 2012 2:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Have all y'all missed these new Mossbergs?
Replies: 110
Views: 12194

Re: Have all y'all missed these new Mossbergs?

Had hopes that they had back tracked to the levers they used to make in the 70'&80's only to see that abortion.Puking on the computer is not a good thing. :shock:
by model55
Wed Jan 11, 2012 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: what is it.
Replies: 12
Views: 1687

Re: what is it.

Don't be making fun of that condominium like that! :lol:
by model55
Mon Jan 09, 2012 3:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .223 and Deer
Replies: 48
Views: 4239

Re: .223 and Deer

Has anyone tried the various Barnes bullets?
by model55
Mon Jan 09, 2012 2:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Henry 45-70
Replies: 47
Views: 11226

Re: Henry 45-70

Thank the lord for finding a 1895 when I could afford it-that thing is just plain ugggggggggggggly!
by model55
Sun Jan 08, 2012 8:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Oh-MY !
Replies: 21
Views: 1554

Re: Oh-MY !

WOW! I wonder if that full length stock would affect how it shoots, don't think I've seen one done that way.Always half stocked on the very limited number I've seen.
by model55
Wed Jan 04, 2012 2:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is the oldest gun YOU bought and still own?
Replies: 64
Views: 9476

Re: What is the oldest gun YOU bought and still own?

1881 marlin made I believe in 1884 unfortunately Bubba had first crack at it but then maybe it is because of him I could get it.No finish left, buggered screws and a broken hammer spring.But a good bore for it's age which was what got me interested in the first place.It is up and shooting just need ...
by model55
Tue Jan 03, 2012 1:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Gun
Replies: 17
Views: 2223

Re: New Gun

Have you told them I'm up for adaption that is a seriously nice present-you rate! :mrgreen:
by model55
Tue Jan 03, 2012 1:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dad or grandpa's guns
Replies: 63
Views: 7412

Re: Dad or grandpa's guns

The gun of my father's I miss was an old bolt action .22 not even sure of the brand.It had a cocking piece similar to a 1903 Springfield,a finger groove stock,a knurled bolt that held it in the stock and was tube feed.Dad was amazing to me with that rifle but he sent it to be blued and it was stolen...
by model55
Mon Jan 02, 2012 3:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger's new centerfire rifle
Replies: 38
Views: 4921

Re: Ruger's new centerfire rifle

Kinda with Joe on this just at first look.Also makes me wonder if Ruger isn't trying to have a budget price rifle because of the economy,not that it is a bad thing.Does seem to resemble the new Savages,TC icon and others but then I've not progressed past the Mauser 98 :roll: .Still a wood stock and ...
by model55
Thu Dec 29, 2011 11:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Government , Operator Catalog #1
Replies: 5
Views: 617

Re: Government , Operator Catalog #1

Think I lost at least a half hour there!
by model55
Mon Dec 26, 2011 7:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 8mm Mauser
Replies: 20
Views: 3217

Re: 8mm Mauser

I second that!have really gotten into the 8mm this year-missed a nice buck too-no fault of the gun but I'm fired up to give it a go next season.Really seems to prefer the barnes 180 grain with imr 4064 or I just got extremely lucky first time out.Beautiful guns.
by model55
Sat Dec 24, 2011 5:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Ruger Pistol Announced!
Replies: 6
Views: 1237

Re: New Ruger Pistol Announced!

Hope ya know none of that was directed at you,just been reading to much junk lately and certain people may my blood boil.I agree wholeheartedly, any way back to the pistol-wish they would do a single six sized 32-20 maybe even a 22 hornet.
by model55
Fri Dec 23, 2011 7:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Ruger Pistol Announced!
Replies: 6
Views: 1237

Re: New Ruger Pistol Announced!

Jeepnik you could also call it the traitor,the jane fonda ect.........Sorry, mini rant!
by model55
Mon Dec 19, 2011 12:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Eastern Carbine Update... I Bought It
Replies: 22
Views: 3368

Re: Eastern Carbine Update... I Bought It

Those are marks of character!
by model55
Wed Dec 14, 2011 3:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: TV Show "American Guns" made a new Win 1866. Anyone see it?
Replies: 45
Views: 7096

Re: TV Show "American Guns" made a new Win 1866. Anyone see it?

Watched maybe three times and that was twice too many!Arrogance and misinformation are turn offs not to mention the unbelievable prices.
by model55
Wed Dec 14, 2011 3:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hold Me Back, Tell Me It's Not Worth It...Eastern Carbine
Replies: 15
Views: 2554

Re: Hold Me Back, Tell Me It's Not Worth It...Eastern Carbine

It's not worth it,It's not worth it, so when are you picking it up?Actually I don't know what it is worth but if it is calling your name and you plan to have it for a while you could break even down the road.Just saying-not that I'm an enabler or anything.
by model55
Fri Dec 02, 2011 2:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rem. 1858 .44cal C&B-Dark Side
Replies: 26
Views: 2118

Re: Rem. 1858 .44cal C&B-Dark Side

You might just sit back and enjoy.Have sold a few over the years but some how they just end up replaced.Been yearning for a 5 inch model too just seems like it would be very handy.
by model55
Fri Dec 02, 2011 2:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: NOT LEGAL IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CA, HI, IL, MA, MD, MN, O
Replies: 22
Views: 3814

Re: NOT LEGAL IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CA, HI, IL, MA, MD, MN, O

If a firearm is submitted to the state of California the company pays a big sum to have it tested,doesn't get it's samples back and gets to do it all over again in 5 years.Which make some companies logically think why bother.Robbery at it's high form.
by model55
Wed Nov 23, 2011 6:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 746 lb. PA Black bear!
Replies: 25
Views: 4665

Re: 746 lb. PA Black bear!

Betting there was piles of scat on either end of that rifle when this happened!
by model55
Mon Nov 21, 2011 2:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sometimes tinkering with guns...
Replies: 24
Views: 1810

Re: Sometimes tinkering with guns...

Wow! that is just outstanding.Don't think you will be disappointed with the military barrel either,would be surprised if you were.
by model55
Tue Nov 15, 2011 12:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I Picked Out My Christmas Present Early
Replies: 11
Views: 1146

Re: I Picked Out My Christmas Present Early

:mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: Been wanting one too congrats!
by model55
Sun Nov 13, 2011 9:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Most popular caliber in your area...
Replies: 27
Views: 3480

Re: Most popular caliber in your area...

.270 although no one in my group carries one ,here they seem to out sale everything else.
by model55
Sun Oct 30, 2011 9:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old West Cowboy & Saloon Girl (pic's)
Replies: 17
Views: 2086

Re: Old West Cowboy & Saloon Girl (pic's)

Don't tell old savage ;-)
by model55
Sat Oct 29, 2011 4:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 6.5 SWEDISH MAUSER
Replies: 20
Views: 3582

Re: 6.5 SWEDISH MAUSER

The one I have was tapped on from the muzzle end-pretty healthy steel so it will not be coming off any time soon.As I remember it I had enough fun putting it on but I do like the sight picture.Circle within a circle then the front sight post-lines up pretty quick.
by model55
Fri Oct 28, 2011 10:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 6.5 SWEDISH MAUSER
Replies: 20
Views: 3582

Re: 6.5 SWEDISH MAUSER

Should you end up with a peep sight you may also want the front sight hood.My swede was already set up with a peep and adding the hood seems to help.Sarco inc has them.
by model55
Thu Oct 27, 2011 8:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: It never ends, does it?
Replies: 24
Views: 3050

Re: It never ends, does it?

Was just telling the wife I need to thin the herd then the evil thoughts started again......
by model55
Wed Oct 26, 2011 10:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 6.5 SWEDISH MAUSER
Replies: 20
Views: 3582

Re: 6.5 SWEDISH MAUSER

what I was trying to tell you before my brain froze up! http://xssights.com/index.php?nID=sight ... &sID=rifle
by model55
Wed Oct 26, 2011 7:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 6.5 SWEDISH MAUSER
Replies: 20
Views: 3582

Re: 6.5 SWEDISH MAUSER

There should be a lot out there.You can check with Lyman,Williams and there should more.Having drain bamage right now.you can check with Midway as well.
by model55
Tue Oct 18, 2011 10:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rick O'Shay comic strip
Replies: 7
Views: 956

Re: Rick O'Shay comic strip

Years ago that was our (Dad and I) favorite.I looked up on the computer a long time ago and was able to order some copies for dad-don't know if it is still available but you might look it up.
by model55
Sat Oct 15, 2011 1:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hey OSOK, remember that Half Pint Sharps thread?
Replies: 10
Views: 1106

Re: Hey OSOK, remember that Half Pint Sharps thread?

Rats, was hope I could live vicariously through you!I've thought those 303 british No1s would be great.
by model55
Fri Oct 14, 2011 8:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hey OSOK, remember that Half Pint Sharps thread?
Replies: 10
Views: 1106

Re: Hey OSOK, remember that Half Pint Sharps thread?

awp101 ,if you get a no1 in 303 b I'll not let you rest till there is a range report with photos.i'll :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
by model55
Thu Oct 13, 2011 9:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Surgery, football, and the deer hunt....lol
Replies: 6
Views: 591

Re: Surgery, football, and the deer hunt....lol

Hope all goes well!Have no fear -shot my first one with a cast on.If I can manage it any one can.
by model55
Wed Oct 05, 2011 6:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lyman "Ideal Sharps" line?
Replies: 25
Views: 5740

Re: Lyman "Ideal Sharps" line?

What he just said!
by model55
Mon Oct 03, 2011 11:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - The strangest Ruger Bearcat you've ever seen
Replies: 8
Views: 1913

Re: OT - The strangest Ruger Bearcat you've ever seen

Handloader magazine just had an article on how to make reloads for those,skipped one a long time back with a broken main spring but it had me thinking.
by model55
Sun Oct 02, 2011 8:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - The strangest Ruger Bearcat you've ever seen
Replies: 8
Views: 1913

Re: OT - The strangest Ruger Bearcat you've ever seen

Gotta say I admire your taste in bearcats!Kinda how things come home around here as well.
by model55
Sat Oct 01, 2011 8:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 41 Mag fans
Replies: 12
Views: 3286

Re: 41 Mag fans

Marlin QC was asleep at the wheel while they putting out the FG's.Now they sell for more then new.Like olyinaz if there was a 1892 in 41 I'd be there with a big smile on my face, even bigger if it was a trapper.
by model55
Thu Sep 29, 2011 10:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Anyone out there have a 6.5x55 Swede Mauser?
Replies: 26
Views: 4198

Re: OT: Anyone out there have a 6.5x55 Swede Mauser?

Yep ,I remember one store had them in a wine barrel 50.00 a pop and no paperwork-wish I knew then what I know now :cry: