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by jkbrea
Tue Aug 10, 2010 8:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Guns and Weddings Don't Mix
Replies: 12
Views: 1346

Guns and Weddings Don't Mix

..............at least not for this guy. Tragic. http://www.cnn.com/2010/WORLD/europe/08/09/turkey.wedding.shooting/index.html (CNN) -- Three family members at a wedding in Turkey have been accidentally shot dead by the groom firing an AK-47 rifle in celebration. The groom, Tevfik Altin, lost contro...
by jkbrea
Mon Aug 09, 2010 1:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: An early Marlin innovation.
Replies: 13
Views: 1536

Re: An early Marlin innovation.

Maybe it's where he added on the 4" to make it rare. :lol:
by jkbrea
Wed Aug 04, 2010 9:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Questions about .44
Replies: 24
Views: 3212

Re: Questions about .44

Terry Murbach wrote:THE VERY REASON TO OWN A 44SPL SIXGUN IN ALL THEIR SLEEKER LIGHTER AUVOIRDUPOIS SPLENDER THAN A 44MAGNUM......
Wow, had to look that one up. :lol:
by jkbrea
Wed Aug 04, 2010 2:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Harley Davidson Moving?
Replies: 43
Views: 5222

Harley Davidson Moving?

I read today that Harley Davidson is threatening to move out of Milwaukee because of labor costs. After 107 years. That would be a shame.
http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/In ... &GT1=33002
by jkbrea
Mon Aug 02, 2010 7:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Real Hero
Replies: 4
Views: 512

Real Hero

I posted earlier about a great Pre 64 I bought that belonged to a WW2 Vet. http://levergunscommunity.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=29027 I got an email back from the seller when I inquired about the 87 year old gentleman he was selling it for. This was his reply. "Hi Jim, Charlie Garabedian the g...
by jkbrea
Mon Aug 02, 2010 7:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "New" Rifle with Cool Story (Pics added)
Replies: 13
Views: 1281

Re: "New" Rifle with Cool Story (Pics added)

Sorry about pic sizes. I can't figure out photobucket. :oops:
I like the idea about having a photo with the original owner but he's in New Jersey and I'm in hel.............California. Anyways, can't wait to shoot it and eventually hunt with it.
by jkbrea
Mon Aug 02, 2010 12:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "New" Rifle with Cool Story (Pics added)
Replies: 13
Views: 1281

"New" Rifle with Cool Story (Pics added)

I've been looking for a pre 64 Winchester 94. I wanted one made in 1961 only because it was the year I was born. I found some that were pretty beat up and one that was brand NIB but very expensive. I found one on GB last month with a poor quality picture but stated it was in good shape. I won the au...
by jkbrea
Thu Jul 22, 2010 9:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ot- help me decide .41mag or .44 SPL
Replies: 34
Views: 2617

Re: Ot- help me decide .41mag or .44 SPL

With a .44 mag you could still shoot .44 specials and you have the choice of loading the mag rounds if you want. Ammo is also easier to find. Good luck with whatever you choose.
by jkbrea
Wed Jul 21, 2010 11:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Guy lives in 89 square foot "house"
Replies: 40
Views: 5688

Re: OT Guy lives in 89 square foot "house"

Saw these on line a few days ago. Be a cool guest house or house for one but I get the feeling they ain't that cheap.

http://katrinacottagehousing.org/location.html
by jkbrea
Fri Jul 16, 2010 10:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- mutilated Blackhawk
Replies: 41
Views: 5431

Re: OT- mutilated Blackhawk

Why would you buy a gun that doesn't shoot bullets ???? :?
by jkbrea
Mon Jun 28, 2010 2:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Hunting Draws?
Replies: 14
Views: 2008

Re: OT Hunting Draws?

Already have my non-resident Wyoming General Elk Tag. It's good for a bull, cow or calf just about anywhere in Wyoming except the special draw areas. Can't wait.
by jkbrea
Mon Jun 07, 2010 4:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Different Auction Site
Replies: 0
Views: 617

Different Auction Site

Saw this advertised and decided to check it out. If you go to the right side on the items and scroll to "everything else", there is a hunting/shooting section. They have a number of scopes, holsters, reloading equipment, etc. All these items are mostly recovered stolen property in which th...
by jkbrea
Sun Jun 06, 2010 7:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How's This For Some Fine Gun Leather?
Replies: 12
Views: 1195

Re: How's This For Some Fine Gun Leather?

Looks cool but probably a show bike.That leather and gun would get awfully hot that close to the exhaust pipe, especially in the Arizona heat. I just rode by Harley today and it was in the 90's. My pant leg from the exhaust was very hot when not moving. I saw a WW2 era Harley with a scabbard for a T...
by jkbrea
Sat Jun 05, 2010 11:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Old mountain man photo, but somethings not right.
Replies: 16
Views: 2030

Re: OT- Old mountain man photo, but somethings not right.

....fake beard and hair, and no mountain man stands like that with his hand on his hip. Trying a little too hard to be macho. :lol: :lol:
by jkbrea
Fri Jun 04, 2010 7:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: What's The Worst Beer In The World??
Replies: 116
Views: 12652

Re: OT: What's The Worst Beer In The World??

Worst I ever drank was Lucky Light. Tasted like a watered down Coors lite.
by jkbrea
Sun May 16, 2010 8:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-What turns you off the quickest in Westerns?
Replies: 112
Views: 11703

Re: OT-What turns you off the quickest in Westerns?

How about any scene that involves a Gatling gun in use. It's amazig how it knocks all the bad guys or Indians off there horses but no horse ever goes down. If the 45-70 can't knock a horse down, maybe I shouldn't use it on an elk hunt. :lol:
by jkbrea
Mon May 10, 2010 1:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Converting pistol grip Marlin to straight stock
Replies: 5
Views: 9395

Re: Converting pistol grip Marlin to straight stock

Jkbrea- If you are talking about swapping 1894 parts, I would be willing to swap you the straight-grip lever, lower tang, and stock for the same in pistol-grip. They did make a few PG 1894s, I think mostly in .44 Mag., and maybe .41 (?). If you are talking about the 336 family, though, I'm afraid I...
by jkbrea
Sun May 09, 2010 11:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895 Winchester "Big Medicine" Range Report, pics, video...
Replies: 41
Views: 3250

Re: 1895 Winchester "Big Medicine" Range Report, pics, video...

Great post! Beautiful rifle. Recoil pads sure help. I sighted in my 7mm rem mag and 45-70 a couple days ago. Still a little sore.
by jkbrea
Sun May 09, 2010 1:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Converting pistol grip Marlin to straight stock
Replies: 5
Views: 9395

Converting pistol grip Marlin to straight stock

Anyone done it. I've thought about doing it to a Marlin I just picked up cheap. Saw this thread while searching. This guy did it without changing any parts. http://www.dirtydozensbunker.com/showthread.php?t=26952
by jkbrea
Sat May 08, 2010 5:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1911 Colt or ?
Replies: 22
Views: 2822

Re: 1911 Colt or ?

My dep't recently allowed 1911 for on-duty carry. Most are using Kimber or Springfields. Don't really know which is better-it's kind of like Ford or Chevy. Most of the problems with them have been magazine related, I have a Kimber and use Wilson mags. Solved my problems. Our biggest stipulation is t...
by jkbrea
Fri May 07, 2010 10:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Nicknames
Replies: 23
Views: 1804

Re: OT - Nicknames

Old school LEO's called their revolvers their "Roscoe".
by jkbrea
Thu May 06, 2010 11:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Modern mountain man choices...
Replies: 127
Views: 14365

Re: Modern mountain man choices...

Trapper/hunter cabins tended to be on the smallish side. Back when the tusk hunters were culling the Yellowstone elk herds, those boys built shelters so small they had to come outside just to change their minds. I've run across remnants of these "cabins" that were no more than 5 X 6 feet,...
by jkbrea
Thu Apr 29, 2010 7:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Just Finished My Favorite Chore
Replies: 10
Views: 1154

Re: OT - Just Finished My Favorite Chore

Things I've learned after 4 marraiges: Two very important phrases to remember; "Yes Dear" and "I'm really sorry, it's my fault". Never, NEVER, give anything relating to housework, cooking, etc, as a Christmas gift, B-day gift, or Anniversary gift. Nothing that relates to work. A...
by jkbrea
Thu Apr 29, 2010 7:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FFL Question
Replies: 6
Views: 649

Re: FFL Question

Problem solved. Apparrently my FFL dealer was being overly cautious. I can't blame him. This is what the law says per Gunbroker site. Shipping Legalities Federal Law requires that all modern firearms be shipped to a holder of a valid Federal Firearms License (FFL) only. The recipient must have an FF...
by jkbrea
Wed Apr 28, 2010 1:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT. Flying and Ammunition.
Replies: 3
Views: 440

Re: OT. Flying and Ammunition.

I've done it several times. The gun has to be in a locked hard sided container inside your checked luggage and you maintain control of the key. Your suitcase does not have to be locked. The ammo can be in the same container as the gun as long as the gun is not loaded. The rounds cannot be loose. I u...
by jkbrea
Wed Apr 28, 2010 1:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FFL Question
Replies: 6
Views: 649

FFL Question

Can a seller ship a gun to a FFL dealer after a sale directly or does it have to go through a FFL holder? I finally found a deal on gunbroker that ships to California. I bought a Marlin 336 for $250 in great shape. The bad news is it arrived to my FFL dealer and they said they cannot release it beca...
by jkbrea
Sat Apr 24, 2010 6:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Freedom Arms Question
Replies: 18
Views: 3560

Re: Freedom Arms Question

I have the FA97 in .44 Special . I want(ed) a .45 Colt. Might still get one. Maybe a .41 Mag, too. I might even lose the Rugers and USFAs to do it. Haven't decided as I am opposed to selling guns... :lol: I'm in the same boat. I really want the M97 in 45 Colt with the 4 1/4" but I would have t...
by jkbrea
Sat Apr 24, 2010 1:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Freedom Arms Question
Replies: 18
Views: 3560

Re: Freedom Arms Question

I was also curious about the 454 caliber. I read you can shoot the 45lc from it but some come with a separate cylinder. Can the 45lc be fired from the same cylinder the same as.357/38 or .44 mag/44 sp.?
by jkbrea
Sat Apr 24, 2010 1:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Freedom Arms Question
Replies: 18
Views: 3560

Freedom Arms Question

Since the recent posts on the FA revolvers, I've been hooked. I only found one gun shop in my area about 50 miles away that stocks them but only in 454 with the long barrels. I was leaning towards a model 83 45lc in 4 3/4" barrel or the 97 in .357. Does anyone here own a model 97. I was curious...
by jkbrea
Sat Apr 24, 2010 12:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Last of the Mountain Men
Replies: 11
Views: 1425

Re: OT - Last of the Mountain Men

This was on the internet today about another old timer that passed away recently. Sylvan Hart is mentioned in the article. I thought it was funny that he rented caves for $2 a night. Oops, forgot to post the link. :oops: http://www.thenewstribune.com/2010/04/23/1160343/idaho-man-known-as-dugout-dic...
by jkbrea
Sat Apr 24, 2010 1:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Last of the Mountain Men
Replies: 11
Views: 1425

Re: OT - Last of the Mountain Men

This was on the internet today about another old timer that passed away recently. Sylvan Hart is mentioned in the article. I thought it was funny that he rented caves for $2 a night.
by jkbrea
Thu Apr 22, 2010 9:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rossi's new 30-30
Replies: 11
Views: 1653

Re: Rossi's new 30-30

Like to see it in a straight stock.
by jkbrea
Thu Apr 22, 2010 12:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Henry 30-30
Replies: 3
Views: 530

Henry 30-30

Anyone have one or shot one? I saw it while checking their web site. My only experience with Henry is a Golden Boy 22. That has the smoothest action I've ever felt. Good to see someone cranking out a lever 30-30. While looking at the picture I noticed no loading gate. It loads through the mag tube. ...
by jkbrea
Wed Apr 14, 2010 9:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin versus Winchester Value
Replies: 7
Views: 953

Re: Marlin versus Winchester Value

Well, on Gunbroker I just bought a Marlin 336A in excellent condition with only 40 rounds fired through it for $250. I went to my local gunshop to get a copy of his FFL and he told me he has been having trouble getting Marlin 30-30's recenty. He thinks its because of the Marlin plant moving. I wonde...
by jkbrea
Tue Apr 13, 2010 1:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin versus Winchester Value
Replies: 7
Views: 953

Marlin versus Winchester Value

I have a question. I am by no means an expert on leverguns or any guns. I own a couple Marlins and Winchesters, along with several other types of firearms. Recently while searching online for a Wincheser 30-30, I noticed that the Marlins are much cheaper to purchase than Winchesters. As a matter of ...
by jkbrea
Fri Apr 09, 2010 12:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WTK: Who are QUALITY lever action gunsmiths?
Replies: 11
Views: 2403

Re: WTK: Who are QUALITY lever action gunsmiths?

Clements Custom Guns, out of Virginia, I believe did similar work for me except the take down. Had a Marlin XLR 1895 shortened, crowned, extended the mag tube and put on a Wild West loop. It came out great. He posts pics of his work. Price was very reasonable.
http://www.clementscustomguns.com/
by jkbrea
Thu Apr 01, 2010 7:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Beaten Again
Replies: 4
Views: 697

Beaten Again

Twice in the past week I bid on a couple pre 64 Win 94's and got beat out in the last 5 seconds. The second one was a '48 in beautiful condition. I thought I had this bidding thing figured out but didn't realize that after placing my bid, there was a"confirm" tab to hit. I hit it about a s...
by jkbrea
Thu Apr 01, 2010 1:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bloodhounds
Replies: 15
Views: 1796

Re: Bloodhounds

At work I have had to use them a few times and was amazed. Waited 4 hours for one to arrive after a chase. It was very windy with 40 mph gusts. That bloodhound tracked for about a mile right to where the suspect was hiding. A handler told me that for training, they had a man walk to several predeter...
by jkbrea
Tue Mar 30, 2010 9:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new rifle, can anyone share some wisdom (pic heavy)
Replies: 25
Views: 4150

Re: new rifle, can anyone share some wisdom (pic heavy)

That will make a very nice hunting rifle with or without the letter. Have you shot it yet?
by jkbrea
Wed Mar 24, 2010 9:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Ruger LCP **Updated** 3-27-10
Replies: 23
Views: 1680

Re: OT - Ruger LCP vs KelTec P-3AT

I have a Ruger LCP I've carried for about a year and so far no problems. It feeds well and is surprisingly accuate under 25 yards. It is very light to the point I forget it's in my pocket holster, I'm afraid I'll throw it into the washer by mistake. There is no safety, just load, rack, and carry. Tr...
by jkbrea
Tue Mar 23, 2010 2:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Classic 94 30-30 Octagon barrel
Replies: 5
Views: 3796

Re: Winchester Classic 94 30-30 Octagon barrel

The Winchester Classic Model 94 that I am familiar with was made from 67-70 and came with an octagon barrel in two lengths. 20" for carbine and 26" for the rifle. The shot very good. IIRC Numrich's has/had replacement barrels. I didn't know about the date. I looked it up on a website. Mus...
by jkbrea
Tue Mar 23, 2010 1:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Classic 94 30-30 Octagon barrel
Replies: 5
Views: 3796

Winchester Classic 94 30-30 Octagon barrel

Anyone have one? I'm looking at one made in '82 but have never shot one. I like the looks. How do they compare with a "regular" 94?
by jkbrea
Fri Feb 26, 2010 7:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Great News For Me
Replies: 11
Views: 815

OT- Great News For Me

I just checked the Wyoming Game and Fish site and I drew a non-resident General tag, good for any elk almost anywhere. I am so thrilled. My third gen tag in three years although I shot cows last two years. Maybe this year I get my big bull. I have 7 months to prepare. :D Now if some of you Wyoming b...
by jkbrea
Fri Feb 26, 2010 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rifle Stocks
Replies: 0
Views: 678

Rifle Stocks

I didn't want to hijack JMillers thread about his belt/buckle dilemma. :lol: I was searching and found this site that carves rifle stocks. I don't think I would do it but I like the elk rifle. Maybe for a wall hanger.


http://www.wolf-mountain.com/index3.html
by jkbrea
Mon Feb 22, 2010 9:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Traveling by Air and taking a CCW along...
Replies: 12
Views: 701

Re: OT - Traveling by Air and taking a CCW along...

I've taken handguns on several trips. The only problems I ever encountered were out of Syracuse. TSA had to call the local LEO to come look at it to make sure it was unloaded, even though I showed them. That took 45 minutes because they had to call one in. Then out of San Francisco, the airlie made ...
by jkbrea
Wed Feb 03, 2010 1:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buying Guns in Cal.(kind of long, sorry)
Replies: 17
Views: 1719

Re: Buying Guns in Cal.(kind of long, sorry)

I beleive many dealers in most states are misinformed or maybe just overly cautious about doing business in Ca. not wanting to risk their FFL. Can't say that I blame them but from what a GB dealer I deat with out of Texas told me, they are missing out on a lot of business due to bad information.
by jkbrea
Wed Feb 03, 2010 1:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buying Guns in Cal.(kind of long, sorry)
Replies: 17
Views: 1719

Buying Guns in Cal.(kind of long, sorry)

I've been laid up recovering from a knee surgery. With a lot of time to kill I decided to look into replacing a Winchester 94 30-30 I traded off. I found several on Gun Broker but just about every one refused to ship to California. It is getting so frustrating. I've bought before and the only differ...
by jkbrea
Fri Jan 22, 2010 9:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 30-30
Replies: 5
Views: 1008

Marlin 30-30

I saw this Trapper length 30-30 on gunbroker. Anyone have one or shot one. Kind of pricey but another one lists in the high $700.
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewIt ... =154989094
by jkbrea
Mon Jan 18, 2010 10:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Good Time To Clean Guns
Replies: 3
Views: 369

OT-Good Time To Clean Guns

I have to have a patella ligament below my kneecap reattached tomorrow. Then six weeks in a straight brace, then physical therapy. Blew it out at work so workmans comp is covering it. Its going to suck but I'll have plenty of time to clean my guns and sort through things. And the doc said I should b...
by jkbrea
Tue Jan 12, 2010 2:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Buried a brother today.
Replies: 42
Views: 2749

Re: OT - Buried a brother today.

It truly is sad to lose a fellow officer, especially in a small tight department. Stay strong brother.