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by horsesoldier03
Fri Aug 26, 2022 8:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hammer swaps
Replies: 22
Views: 847

Re: Hammer swaps

Very nice, I know I was glad that I had mine done.
by horsesoldier03
Fri Aug 19, 2022 9:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Savage 340 Series E
Replies: 27
Views: 1250

Re: Savage 340 Series E

Here are some cheap parts to include the barrel.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/942215478
by horsesoldier03
Fri Aug 19, 2022 9:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Letter from Smith & Wesoon
Replies: 19
Views: 971

Re: Letter from Smith & Wesoon

S&W is the standard the rest are judged by.
by horsesoldier03
Wed Aug 17, 2022 7:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Is anyone still shooting a Red Ryder?
Replies: 65
Views: 4077

Re: Is anyone still shooting a Red Ryder?

I recently seen a 50 year anniversary Red Rider that had been laser engraved. It was a cheap laser engrave job but pretty cool
by horsesoldier03
Fri Aug 12, 2022 4:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The 'gun culture' and the rise of the AR-15...
Replies: 18
Views: 1163

Re: The 'gun culture' and the rise of the AR-15...

What forearm is that in your picture? I have an M4 Lower that I am finished with now that needs an upper receiver. Strongly considering the 300 BO but many have said it is a waste of money because 5.56 is cheaper. You have me definitely reconsidering.
by horsesoldier03
Fri Aug 12, 2022 3:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Predator hunting.
Replies: 13
Views: 762

Re: Predator hunting.

NICE JOB
by horsesoldier03
Thu Aug 11, 2022 6:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I've had it with trail cams...
Replies: 10
Views: 905

Re: I've had it with trail cams...

I bought a new Moultrie Camera about a month or so ago and went to put it out on the property that I deer hunt last weekend. I was getting pictures to my phone when I set it up at my house, but once it was placed on the property, the only time I received pics is when I went to that property to check...
by horsesoldier03
Wed Aug 10, 2022 2:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Texas Breakdown
Replies: 33
Views: 1837

Re: Texas Breakdown

Check your compression on that cylinder. Possibly needs another coil pack. Curious if a bad cam position sensor could cause that.
by horsesoldier03
Thu Aug 04, 2022 4:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Small Pistol Primers
Replies: 12
Views: 855

Re: Small Pistol Primers

Either of those are better prices than I have seen in my area. I would buy the cheaper of the two. Personally I like Federal
by horsesoldier03
Tue Jul 12, 2022 9:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 200xtp in 44 mag
Replies: 16
Views: 1425

Re: 200xtp in 44 mag

It has been a quite a few years ago, but my youngest daughter shot a 9 pt buck with a Marlin 1894 .44 mag. The load was a reduced power handload that was a 200 grain XTP running what I estimated to be 1500 fps and was about a 50 yard shot. He was DRT and never knew what hit him.
by horsesoldier03
Wed Jun 15, 2022 6:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Behold the lowly wadcutter
Replies: 21
Views: 1609

Re: Behold the lowly wadcutter

I dont buy many jacketed bullets these days. I finally found a good provider that has NICE Lead SWCHP with a low Brinnell Hardness. The alloy is 2-2-96. It takes a while to get your order because they keep such a backlog, but these are the best I have found. https://www.gtbullets.com/index.php?main_...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Jun 05, 2022 2:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Other than turning the barrel
Replies: 30
Views: 2156

Re: Other than turning the barrel

https://bobmunden.com/pricelist-six-gun-magic/

My experience with Jeff Ault with Munden's has been outstanding. He will turn the barrel and sight it in alone or you can get a package deal. The value of a gun that can literally shoot quarters can't be beat.
by horsesoldier03
Tue May 10, 2022 7:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'm an idiot
Replies: 41
Views: 3052

Re: I'm an idiot

YEARS ago, I was deer hunting with my Marlin 336 30-30. I had been ground hunting and came across a deer stand but there was no steps going up to it. Being young, I decided I would shimmy up the tree. I removed the shell in the chamber and started the climb up the tree. I soon decided I needed to ha...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Apr 24, 2022 12:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'm Kickin' My Tobacco Habit to the Curb!
Replies: 32
Views: 2759

Re: I'm Kickin' My Tobacco Habit to the Curb!

My dad stopped smoking years ago and went to a DR for it, this was before the nicotine patches. The first thing they did was identify when he enjoyed having a cigarette the most; his was after a meal. They made made him start waiting 30 min at first before he could have a cigarette after meals and t...
by horsesoldier03
Thu Apr 21, 2022 11:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mod 94 Prices?
Replies: 19
Views: 1529

Re: Mod 94 Prices?

I use GunBroker as an indicator of current price trends. Right now, you don't see any good 30-30 for less than $750 -800. Then after you buy it, at least through GB, you have to pay tax, FFL Fees and Shipping. You could easily spend $100 more. As long as you don't buy plastic guns, you can be pretty...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Apr 18, 2022 9:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 357 Maximum articles
Replies: 24
Views: 2381

Re: 357 Maximum articles

I recall those articles as well. In fact, I had gotten the order form to purchase and had a .410 shotgun to send in to have a .357 mag barrel headspaced for my receiver. I ended up mis-placing the form and the next thing I knew they announced they were closing shop.
by horsesoldier03
Mon Apr 18, 2022 9:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Grizzlies and the 30-30
Replies: 165
Views: 59568

Re: Grizzlies and the 30-30

My daughter had a young dog (Lab) that she had raised and she always let the dog get between her feet when we were out in the field. Before long, every time something happened that darn dog would run up between her feet or mine for a feeling of safety. Finally I explained to her that if we were in a...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Apr 18, 2022 9:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Silvertip .357 145gr on Deer???
Replies: 20
Views: 1555

Re: Silvertip .357 145gr on Deer???

IMO, I would feel more comfortable with a Soft Point. However, the reality of all reloading components available right now, you go with what you can find.
by horsesoldier03
Mon Apr 11, 2022 11:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 336 score
Replies: 10
Views: 1206

Re: 336 score

Hard to say this, but honestly that was a real bargain. I was recently watching an auction on GunBroker for a 1978 Marlin 336 and it went for around $920 without considering SHIPPING, TAX or FFL Fees. Sure wish I had bought more of them back then.
by horsesoldier03
Tue Apr 05, 2022 10:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger 77/22 RSI
Replies: 12
Views: 1336

Re: Ruger 77/22 RSI

I have the 10/22 Ruger RSI and it is good enough for me, but all I have done is some informal plinking. I have heard some have experienced issues with the RSI or the International Rugers. Some claim accuracy issues because of the Nose Cap. Richard Mann (outdoor writer) wrote an article years back of...
by horsesoldier03
Tue Mar 29, 2022 1:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Holsters
Replies: 10
Views: 1352

Re: Holsters

A Military Tanker Holster!
by horsesoldier03
Thu Mar 24, 2022 6:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shooting handguns from a rest
Replies: 25
Views: 2151

Re: Shooting handguns from a rest

Scott Tschirhart wrote: Sun Mar 20, 2022 3:11 pm Well I never got to shoot it from a rest but after three different trips to the ranch, the gun is sighted in. Now it is a hunting handgun.
We definitely need to get a LIKE Button!
by horsesoldier03
Thu Mar 24, 2022 6:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Little Bill
Replies: 17
Views: 1278

Re: Little Bill

Look forward to seeing how it shoots.
by horsesoldier03
Wed Mar 23, 2022 3:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tom Mix on a Henderson motorcycle
Replies: 25
Views: 2095

Re: Tom Mix on a Henderson motorcycle

There is a Tom Mix Museum in Dewey, OK. Definitely not just a Hollywood Cowboy.
by horsesoldier03
Sat Mar 19, 2022 1:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A handgun rest
Replies: 10
Views: 1017

Re: A handgun rest

Definately a good idea to make. I have a cheap plastic one right now. I also have some SCRAP Oak board that I was trying to figure out what to do with.
by horsesoldier03
Wed Mar 16, 2022 3:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Why do I want this?
Replies: 18
Views: 1762

Re: Why do I want this?

We took a .455 Webley off an Iraqi prisoner. I carried it for a few days and even managed to get to shoot 2 shots. Cool gun but not a powerhouse. Sadly it was destroyed!
by horsesoldier03
Wed Mar 16, 2022 3:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Garand gernade launcher blanks ( shooting )
Replies: 16
Views: 1524

Re: Garand gernade launcher blanks

Looking forward to the video.
by horsesoldier03
Wed Mar 16, 2022 3:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where have all the Rossis gone?
Replies: 43
Views: 3265

Re: Where have all the Rossis gone?

I ran across 2 Rossi 92s, a .357 that was $850 and a .45 Colt that was $750. They also had a Marlin 1894 original JM model in .44 mag that was $800.
by horsesoldier03
Fri Mar 11, 2022 10:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is your age ?
Replies: 54
Views: 4159

Re: What is your age ?

After 20 yrs in the army, my body feels way older than 57. Hopefully my 3 grandkids will reverse a little time and get me feeling younger again!
by horsesoldier03
Mon Mar 07, 2022 6:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: People have lost their minds
Replies: 32
Views: 2599

Re: People have lost their minds

Makes me think somebody might be laundering money!
by horsesoldier03
Mon Mar 07, 2022 5:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Remington is tone deaf
Replies: 12
Views: 1286

Re: Remington is tone deaf

I hate not having primers sitting on the shelf waiting for me to want them. But I sure hope Ukraine has what it needs. Yep, I don't make it to the range that often but I can get by a few more years.
by horsesoldier03
Wed Mar 02, 2022 10:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Filing off Rossi "F" and "S" ??????
Replies: 17
Views: 4723

Re: Filing off Rossi "F" and "S" ??????

Looks sharp. Watch out though SIXGUN may want to buy it!
by horsesoldier03
Wed Mar 02, 2022 10:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'm Goin' Modern...
Replies: 6
Views: 874

Re: I'm Goin' Modern...

Sounds fun. I would definitely convert the 18.5 carbine, and then leave the most accurate of the other two untouched since you are talking for Silhouette.
by horsesoldier03
Wed Mar 02, 2022 9:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Got some New Furniture
Replies: 14
Views: 1455

Re: Got some New Furniture

I agree, no need for the rails, although I have learned to like the Mid length gas system.
by horsesoldier03
Wed Feb 23, 2022 10:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Deer Hunt with Model 71
Replies: 5
Views: 500

Re: Deer Hunt with Model 71

Nice buck and the rifle is even nicer!
by horsesoldier03
Tue Feb 22, 2022 5:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: S&W 686 SSR "Pro Series" - Upgrades
Replies: 9
Views: 1385

Re: S&W 686 SSR "Pro Series" - Upgrades

Look forward to hearing the outcome at your next shooting session.
by horsesoldier03
Tue Feb 22, 2022 12:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another Look At 357Mag For Deer Hunting
Replies: 60
Views: 8604

Re: Another Look At 357Mag For Deer Hunting

My first rifle was a Marlin 336 in 30-30. I hunted with it from the age of 15 until my late forties at least, killing about 25 deer with it over the years. The furtherest distance was right at 200 yards. Yes, I did have 3 or 4 that walked away but it was pretty much all my fault each time I failed. ...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Feb 21, 2022 11:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The .45 Cowboy Spl. experiment was.. interesting
Replies: 21
Views: 1649

Re: The .45 Cowboy Spl. experiment was.. interesting

I would send it to Fermin Garza, you can find him on Facebook. He will map out your cylinder and ensure all the cylinders are uniform and in perfect alignment. Once you know all the throats are the same, you can determine the best bullet diameter. While you are waiting on the cylinder to get back pi...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Feb 21, 2022 11:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Replaced another one, S&W Model 66
Replies: 10
Views: 985

Re: Replaced another one, S&W Model 66

I have a S&W M19 that I received as a graduation present in 1984, it cost $230 NIB. I also bought a S&W 586 NIB for $240 in 1986, sadly I sold it later. It is hard to believe quality guns like that were so cheap. However, when you consider my current income compared to my income in 1984 and ...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Feb 14, 2022 6:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Favorite SA revolver(s) for packing
Replies: 68
Views: 8096

Re: Favorite SA revolver(s) for packing

.44 Special
by horsesoldier03
Sun Feb 06, 2022 12:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Reloading Info for a specific Hornady bullet
Replies: 13
Views: 1527

Re: Reloading Info for a specific Hornady bullet

The Hodgdon Reloading Data Center has that specific bullet listed. It calls for COL of 1.700


https://www.hodgdonreloading.com/reload ... ue&type=53
by horsesoldier03
Wed Feb 02, 2022 8:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Unsafe loading practice
Replies: 32
Views: 2520

Re: Unsafe loading practice

I definitely have some headstamps that are getting faint. I don’t throw them away unless they start to split.
by horsesoldier03
Tue Feb 01, 2022 9:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Think the military will really go 6.8mm...??
Replies: 15
Views: 1376

Re: Think the military will really go 6.8mm...??

Blaine wrote: Tue Feb 01, 2022 2:29 pm Never understood why they didn't make the M16 or M4 platform in .308 for the military. It's superior in every sense.
Me and you both. Just trying to reinvent the wheel. It would also provide ammo for multiple weapons platforms.
by horsesoldier03
Mon Jan 31, 2022 9:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Think the military will really go 6.8mm...??
Replies: 15
Views: 1376

Re: Think the military will really go 6.8mm...??

The plastic rounds and 6.8 weapons are already being issued to select units. Only time will tell as to what scale it will grow.
by horsesoldier03
Fri Jan 28, 2022 12:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sixgun!
Replies: 4
Views: 589

Re: Sixgun!

My dad retired at 62 and died at 69. He was also a Teamster Warehouseman and felt he didnt need to stay active. Dont let the old man in! We all need a purpose in life daily!
by horsesoldier03
Thu Jan 27, 2022 11:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The joke is on me.
Replies: 8
Views: 1098

Re: The joke is on me.

I hate deer hunting in warm weather. WHY, it takes a whole lot of time off how long you have to process the deer. I think it was about 60 F when I shot my buck this year in KS. I prefer the temps ranging 25-30 F. WHY, because the ground is good and frozen and I dont get stuck! Ideal weather for the ...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Jan 24, 2022 7:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bought a Remington 760 today. Don't know much about them
Replies: 19
Views: 1663

Re: Bought a Remington 760 today. Don't know much about them

I had the semi auto version in a 742 Carbine version in .308. It was quickly traded, the 18" barrel was horrible for accuracy with any bullet. I would shoot it first and see how it holds 4" off a barrel is not enough for me to sacrifice accuracy. My FIL has the 7400 in 30-06 and it shoots ...
by horsesoldier03
Sat Jan 22, 2022 11:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Primer Plant in Texas staffing soon-400 staff by 2023
Replies: 8
Views: 1422

Re: Primer Plant in Texas staffing soon-400 staff by 2023

I went to one of my steady suppliers for reloading supplies today. Last time I was there I got large rifle primers for $8 per 100. Today, they were asking $150 per thousand and would not break a box open. I think it is time to find a new supplier. Looking forward to this getting off the ground.
by horsesoldier03
Sat Jan 22, 2022 3:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt SAA gunsmiths
Replies: 15
Views: 1571

Re: Colt SAA gunsmiths

Jeff Ault would be my first choice with the # 1 Option Package. https://bobmunden.com/pricelist-six-gun-magic/

I have no first had experiance with the second guy, but I have heard good things about his work. https://www.longhunt.com/web/index.php? ... olt-clones