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awp101 wrote:

I double dog dare you to say that to Sister Mary Thomas Edwards. She would have worn your knuckles out with that ruler.

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Those flint locks are just...cool!

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Griff wrote:...as an observation... one 1911 is pretty much like any other 1911... exceptions being cosmetics.

Huh?!...that's like saying except for cosmetics, a 1980s USRAC model 94 is pretty much like any pre-'64 Winchester model 94... Sheesh....

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I once read on a Marlin Owners thread that the 336 was chambered in .32 Special from 1948 until 1963. Thought it was interesting and wrote it down since mine (my Dad's) was made in 1953.

I don't know if these dates are factual, just something that I read once.

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I'm probably in a small minority on this, but, I opine that anything you shoot with a Remington 240gr jacketed will die very quickly. My next choice would be a 265 Hornady bullet. Both shoot very good in my older, MG .444 :) I agree with you, I have had good luck (accuracy) with various 240gr JSP b...

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I have throwaway foam plugs in all of my vehicles just in case I need them but I prefer muffs with the band around the back. I have several pair (and different brands) that I keep in my range bags, along with extra foam plugs. The only shots that I take without some sort of hearing protection is whe...

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COSteve, I looked at mine this morning and the right side is roll marked:

SPRINGFIELD INC
GENESEO IL USA
WW 175XX

The WW is part of the roll mark, the 175XX serial number is stamped. The bottom of the dust cover is lightly marked:
IMBEL BRAZIL

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Still need a sporterized Krag and 1917 Endfield. jb 8) Me too, I already have two sporterized Lee Enfield No. 4s. I especially want a sporterized Krag, then the 1917. I hesitated on a good looking Remington 1917 with a model 30 barrel and stock, ended up being sold to someone else while I was tryin...

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2ndovc wrote:Still need a sporterized Krag and 1917 Endfield.

jb

Me too, I already have two sporterized Lee Enfield No. 4s. I especially want a sporterized Krag, then the 1917.

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I put my wallet where my mouth was, after several Colts, Springers, Natn'l Ord, & others. I found that I just couldn't live with the "Made in Brazil" (Springfield), and various other offshore makers marks, on the frame(s). You only have to look for a 'GENESEO IL USA' marked Springfiel...

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I actually won't need another, I would guess, unless it's a .223 or some such thing....I have the 25-06, .284, 30wcf, '06, .358, .375 Win, .405. .44mag, .444, and 45-70....I'm going into sell mode after the first of the year.... Wait... just to clarify, do you have Handi Rifles in all of those cali...

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Mine are both sporters, a 1943 Smith Corona 03A3 and a 1928 Springfield Armory 1903.

At the risk of offending the purists, I LOVE sporterized military rifles.

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Will those switch out barrels without having them fitted? NO. You might luck out and find one that will drop in and be good to go. I have 6 barrels, only one has been drop in. If you are feeling a little salty, I have a 500 S&W barrel I could turn you on to. I actually won't need another, I wou...

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I've seen that (at least in magazines and on internet). I rarely say this about any firearm but... what IS the point?

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I have a need to own one. I should have gotten one years ago like my dad had. Now the plain Colt service model is way out of my buying range during this economy. I was thinking about buying a new cheaper one, even though I dislike the newer guns of all kinds. Maybe a Rock Island or Springfield Armo...

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I once cycled from Westminster, CA to Earp, CA a distance of 242 miles... I welcomed the car ride home! It's good to chase your dreams! In 2003 I rode in the BAK (Bike Across Kansas). We started at the Colorado border and in 7 days we rode to the Missouri border, our route was over 450 miles. Anyon...

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I just left My Dealer (Guns) and He has a Springfield NIB for $425 plus $35 for reg. My Brother just bought the green one yesterday for $425 otd. I wondering where I went wrong. I'm not totally sold on this Gun yet. I think I will wait Him out. Perry A NIB Mil Spec for $425 (+$35)? That is a DEAL!!...

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That Remington is a good looking pistol but the original LW Commander is a work of art.

my 1954 Commander 45ACP

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Steve, a range Officer is on my wish list. I really like that. Actually, I would like the Range Officer slide on your Mil Spec frame. I don't need the beavertail - never been bit by a 1911 or A1. (My 1969 Browning HP however...)

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group shot

Colts on top

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Those Handis are good shooters. Mine are older, a .22 Hornet and a .45-70, but both are very accurate. I am lusting after a bull barrelled .223 Ultra that a friend of mine has. He has made many 300+ yard shots on Coyotes out of his tractor cab when out feeding cattle. I would also like to find one i...

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I have four; Colt Commander, Colt Gov't Series 80, Springfield GI, and a Kimber Custom pre-II. I like them all. The Kimber is the most accurate. The Colt Commander is my favorite. I would post pics but I am on my phone and can't get photobucket to cooperate. Like others have said, the other brands a...

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Mescalero, I got the pistol scope first and was so pleased with it I bought the 4x rifle scope from a Kansas gun forum classified when I saw it advertised. Those two are the only experience that I have with Swift optics but I am very pleased with both. If you try one, I would be very interested in k...

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I have two Swift scopes. One variable pistol scope on my .30 Carbine Blackhawk and a 4x fixed on my Romanian M69 .22LR trainer. I have not had any problems with either whatsoever. I also bought both of them used. The pistol scope from a forum member here. I would/will buy another if the opportunity ...

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AJMD429 wrote:Wouldn't want to run into anything with that kind of cab - your feet are already resting just inside the front bumper.

Run into? More like run over! Jeep FC (Forward Control) meets Unimog. I like it.

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Just like lead shot on the lake bottom killing waterfowl. It's all about control. The problem with lead shot was that dabbling ducks like mallards ingested the shot as they fed in marshes that had been hunted. This was an interesting link that discussed this subject. http://www.npwrc.usgs.gov/resou...

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From the February 2013 Guns Magazine. Pg 68 In a column by Emily Miller of the Washington Times last September 27th, research scientist Don Saba explained the difference between the lead in bullets and the lead in paint that is harmful to children. "The lead that is used in ammunition is metall...

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One thing to remember about using a generator feeding into your house panelboard without going through a double throw (or similar) switch; it is most probably a local electrical code violation and in violation of the NEC (National Electrical Code). I am not saying that it won't work but the reason f...

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Western Autos are usually Mossberg/Marlin. Friend has a W.A .30-30, it's a rebranded 336 with an added side-of-receiver thumb safety (not a pushbutton, almost like a 1911's but different direction). That sounds like it might be a Mossberg 472 instead of a Marlin 336. Mossberg leveraction rifles wer...

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Interesting holster but what about a couple of pictures of your SAA?

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earlmck wrote:
Hobie wrote:AND a .32!
+1 to that!
Congrats on the good score, George.

+2!! I would gladly hunt with that rifle, just as it is.

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I've heard nothing but good about Windham Weaponry. I believe that they are the old Bushmaster crew in the original Bushmaster facility. Even though I advised you to get the 1885, I can't fault your decision. As much as I like shooting my leverguns and bolt actions and semi-autos and single shots th...

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That is the way Winchester should have built it. Nice work!

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That's actually a pretty nice O/U. My Dad gave me one in 12 gauge back in late '80s or early '90s. My Silver I was fixed choke, I think the Silver II has choke tubes.
My son is enjoying it now.
Thanks for the pic; nice shotgun!

So how short are you going to cut the barrels back?

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I have an I-Phone 4S that my son picked out for me earlier this year. It is the only experience that I have with "smart phones". Before this phone I didn't even know how to text. I really like it. I probably use the internet more now, since I've started using this phone, than I ever have. ...

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That's impressive! I have just about talked myself into sending him my 94 Classic for a 38-55 rebore. Is your chamber for the long brass?

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I do like 1911s (alot) but I would go for the 454. I think that it would be a good packing pistol in the woods. Not too many 4 or 2 legged varmints that Taurus couldn't deter. A plus to the 454 is you can also shoot 45 Colt ammo through it for practice or just plinking. I have a little Taurus 2"...

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Very nice rifle Owen. Is the Legacy one of the US made ones or is it a new Japanese rifle. Either way, it is good looking.

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junkbug wrote:Great picture, like that sight.

Me too!! I don't have a Rossi but I have a couple of Marlins that would look good on.

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Sorry that I am late posting, glad that your birthday was a good one!

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Hey, it's your birthday; WEAR WHAT YOU WANT!!

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BlaineG wrote:Hellions receive as hellions do....

Blaine, you would have made Mrs. Buckingham proud.

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I have four Marlins of varying vintages (and have owned three others) and luckily have never experienced the dreaded "Marlin Jam". Is it only pistol cartridges or others as well?

I have 30-30, 32 WS, 35 Rem, 444. Never had any problem with them.

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You guys have more forgivness than me, I still despise those nuns. With all the cash I have sunk into the mining operation, I will have to wait untill it starts paying off to get back to my " projects ". As I recall, the Lay teachers were tougher disciplinarians than the Nuns ever thought...

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Old Savage wrote:Very nice - let's see that rifle.

+1!!

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Sounds to me like you ought to stop in there more often. Good score on the Model 8.

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Good for you and your son. Nice buck, Owen! Thanks for posting the pic.

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casastahle wrote:The average guy has plenty of time to take care
of Lola and get to the card game at deer camp
on time

Well, yeah but will Lola agree?

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You will do fine. I went back to school after 20 years and was the oldest in the class. One thing that had changed was that there were no nuns hitting you for not paying attention. Good luck Mike Actually, in hind sight, I think that might have helped me, thank you Sister Mary Thomas Edwards. awp10...

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147 yards with iron sights? Nice shot!! That is one beautiful rifle.

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