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Yes I would expect you to with hold those comments. As many of us do all the time when we think negative of a topic, but decide it not worth the injection. Such as yours was. Tom.

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I bet there were some serious discussions with St. Peter about Fred's lifelong, vehement hatred of labor unions and his vicious treatment of his emplyees during the Grayling strike. That is a pretty sorry thing to write in a post where people think highly of Fred. But I happen to know a little bit ...

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Fred Bear was a fine person, and a good man. That is his biggest praise. But he sure could shoot a bow. My uncle worked for him for over 30 years. And retired as VP of the company. I met Mr. Bear on several occasions, and was able to shoot bows with him a couple times. He was an incredible instincti...

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I went to Midsouth and was going to order some more primers with that code. However their prices were just too high. They just added to their price and covered their butt for Haz. fee. I found CCI primers for $4 to $6 a 1000 cheaper than the internet price on MidSouth. I think lower prices on some c...

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In stores also(Wheeling Store). I had my friend pick up 10,000 for me. However he had to ask at the counter to get them. They did not have them on the shelves. Just be careful with shipping. Cabela's does not combine primers and powder. I called to order 10,000 primers plus 5# of Trail Boss and they...

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I contacted the fellow who was selling the rifle. And I told him the truth about his rifle. That it was worth more than he was asking. I was really looking for a shooter in the $700 to $800 range for a raccoon rifle. He said he would have accepted my $800 offer if I had not told him the real value o...

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I am very interested in purchasing this rifle. I just don't know how to value it. The owner mentioned it could have been produced in 1927. Thanks, Tom. http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o223/HEAD0001/image010.jpg http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o223/HEAD0001/image009.jpg http://i121.photobucket....

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I am looking at a Winchester Model 53 in 25-20. I am still waiting on some new photos. The serial # is in the 8,000's. Yes-4 digits. What should I specifically be looking for in this rifle. It has a tang sight. Would that have been factory installed?? Bluing condition is really good. That actually w...

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Another + for Powder Valley. I have never dealt with T&T. Best part about Powder Valley is they combine Powder and Primers for one hazmat, and will ship in the same box. Cabela's is terrible about that. Cabela's has small rifle primers on sale so I ordered 10,000 primers from Cabela's. Plus I al...

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Thanks Kim. I wanted to be sure I gave all due deference to Leverguns because in the past I have been very enamored with his work. So I wanted to be sure that I in no way down graded his work. I just need this holster faster than LL can provide. Tom.

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Kind of looks like some sort of a Beech tree to me?? Tom.

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Thanks Malamute. That was one of the ones I was trying to find. I will definitely call him on Monday. Thanks Again, Tom.

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I would like to have a bandolier style belt with a holster made. Does anyone know of anyone who makes these to custom specifications?? Other than Levergun Leather(don't want to wait until summer). I am not knocking LL, he does great work and I have bought from him before. I would automatically call ...

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I know how this works in concept but I have NO experiance with it. I was looking for real world advice as to use, shell prep and things of that nature. Does this thing have a speed preferance? Can you re-role a shell more than once? Does it work as well on paper as plastic? Gobbler. Gobbler I apolo...

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GobblerForge-do yourself a favor. Go to the BPI(Ballistic Products Inc.) web site. And buy one of their 200 page reloading shotshell manuals. And read it cover to cover-twice. This will answer all your questions, plus plenty you have not thought up yet. I only have one additional comment. You asked ...

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What I like best about the 9422 take down screw is that whoever designed the screw had us common folk in mind. A quarter fits the slot perfectly. Or at least it does on my 22LR and my 22 magnum take down 9422. So when you get that occasional jammed shell in the receiver you just need to have some ch...

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The smallest caliber I cast bullets for is a 30 caliber. And it is more difficult for me to cast 30 caliber bullets than it is to cast 45 caliber bullets. I guess I am saying that the smaller a bullet is, the harder it is to cast(IMO). I have had a few others say the same thing. I am going to buy a ...

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I meant to say the medallion is on the right hand side of the stock. You know what I meant. Tom.

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This might be a silly question, but I am going to ask anyway. I am still looking for a nice 32-20 rifle. Even considering one of the new 1892 takedown's. However I have also found a Marlin 1894 Limited in 32-20. But one problem. I am a left hand shooter. And the Marlin has a medallion in the left ha...

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jdad what did the wood look like??

I have tried a few times to look up rifles on CDNN. But I can never find a price. Or even a gun listed?? What am I doing wrong?? Do you have to be a dealer?? Thanks, Tom.

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I have seen the take down Trapper chambered in .45 Colt. Very pretty rifle. I still have trouble warming up to the tang safety and the rebounding hammer. 1886. I have one of the 1886 Extra Lights. And as you know they have those same features. I let a friend of mine shoot the rifle and he put the s...

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Has anyone seen the rifle Davidson's is selling. It is supose to be a limited run 1892 takedown in 32-20?? I am just looking for opinions on this rifle. I have always wanted a take down, but never owned one. And I would really like to find a 32-20. It looks like a great rifle. Has anyone seen any(an...

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Those are undoubtedly the best pictures I have ever seen on any forum. Thanks for posting them. I can not even imagine how excited the person with the trail camera was when he first saw those pictures. How often has anyone ever seen that many together at one time?? Tom.

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I had an Officer's Model also. One of the few rifles I regret ever selling. Mine did the same thing with the fast 300 grain pills. You need to slow it down and bit, and or go with the 405 as wisely suggested above. Fantastic rifle, fairly light weight, and mine shot great out to 200 yards. Good luck...

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I have thought about the 357. And I have even thought about loading down the 45 Colt. Which I have done. I just like the idea of a new rifle?? Now theres a novel idea!! I actually think the 25-20 would be the ultimate for what I want. But I have no hope of finding and buying one of those for a reaso...

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If you see a 32-20 in one of the shops for a decent price, then yes, please let me know where it is at. I do not understand markets and prices. People want a $200 or more premium for a used rifle?? I would like to have on. But I refuse to pay a premium on a used rifle. I just won't do it. Just becau...

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The Marlins in 32 hr are to spendy for me, I am not sure where you priced the 32 H&R. But I can buy a 32 H&R for about $200 less than I can buy a used Marlin 1894 in 32-20. And finding a new Marlin in 32-20 is even more than $200. So I do not follow where the H&R's are spendy?? I can bu...

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Being historically correct is of very little importance to me. I am looking for a fast handling rifle for woods hunting of turkeys, coyotes, and raccoons. The problem with the 32-20 is that everyone wants a substantial premium for a Marlin 1894 chambered in 32-20. Such is not the case for 1894's cha...

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Just looking for comparisons between a 32-20 and a 32 H&R. I know very little about the H&R, and not much more about the 32-20. However I am wanting to put together a calling rifle for raccoons and coyotes in the woods(with cast bullets). And I believe the 32-20 would make a perfect rifle wi...

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It definitely has fixed sights. But it has the groove fixed rear sight. It is not a flat top with the windage rear sight. I never understoood the appeal of the flat top. I guess if you think it looks better?? But I can't see how it would be a better frame. But then to each his own. And I could easil...

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I thought using pliers was a no-no when annealing brass in a molten lead pot?? I thought you were suppose to hold it with your fingers, and when the brass was too hot to hold it was annealed?? And when you used pliers you were taking a big chance of also annealing the web-which you are not suppose t...

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What is a fair price for a Ruger Convertible Single six?? The revolver is blued, with fixed sights. 5-1/2" barrel. Shows zero rust and basically zero wear. It has both cylinders. 22 LR, and 22 magnum. 22 magnum cylinder has never been shot or even mounted in the revolver. Not an older model. Ma...

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I have always wanted to get a German Shepherd. But now I am getting pretty serious about it. The problem I have is that I have heard alot of pure bred German Shepherds have serious hip problems when they are young. Is this true?? Anybody know anything about the dog's?? Should I buy a purebred?? Or s...

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It sure is nice to live in WV. I can shoot out my back window to about 400 yards. My friend has a covered 600 yard range that is about a 2 minute drive on my four wheeler. Then we have a 1,000 yard BR club that is about a five minute drive from my house. Then our gun club is about a 20 minute drive....

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I have owned 6 or 7 different quad's over the past 25 years. And basically I have had good luck with all of them. I have had Honda's, Suzuki's, Polaris and Kawasaki's. The only one I did not like was a Yamaha I had that had independent rear suspension instead of a solid rear axle. I will never buy a...

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I am assuming for the 45-70 TB loads you are using a standard LR primer. And a Large pistol magnum primer for the 45 Colt with TB?? Tom.

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I am thinking about picking up a 5# jug of Trail Boss for my 45-70. I just picked up a carbine and am looking for a TrapDoor level load for the new rifle. Also thinking about a new 3000 grain mold. I am also interested in any other loads you guys have come up with for Trail Boss and the 45 Colt. I a...

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Anybody have any experience with Trail Boss in the 45-70 in a Cowboy Action type load?? It seems like TB would be prety good for case fill?? What do you guys think??

I never thought about Unique. Do you use a filler with Unique?? Tom.

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I was in the market for a 45 Colt carbine barrel for a Contender carbine I am putting together. Then I found a good deal on a 17" Contender Carbine barrel in 45-70 with a Muzzle Tamer(included in the 17"). I am looking for some light loads for this new Carbine. I was thinking TrapDoor load...

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First question I would ask is do you plan on scoping the rifle?? If no scope then the 1886 is a real dandy. But then so is a Sharp's, and the 1885 High Walls. If you want to scope it then the best choice is probably a Marlin. As far as hunting with a High Grade. No doubt you should hunt with a High ...

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Guys I am looking at buying another High Wall with a crescent butt plate. I have a couple of High Walls that do not have that style plate. And I have one Low Wall that does have the crescent butt plate. I had LeverGun Leather make me a nice butt plate cover for my Low Wall. He really does nice work,...

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DriftWood makes some good points. But I disagree with some of his points. And I will tell you why. First off wood will always seek what is called EMC(Equilibrium Moisture Content). Now how it gets to EMC is the real trick. First of all he is correct about properly running a dry kiln. It is an art, k...

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I live in WV which is not nearly as bad as some of the places some of you guys live. But we keep it simple here. I make sure the propane tank is always topped off. Always start and tune up the propane electrical generator. Check the wiring for the freezer, refrigerator, and TV. Change the globes in ...

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I will tell you how we did it. I had a bunch of Walnut, Cherry, and Oak fireplace mantles and Walnut gun stocks cut. Drying lumber can be very difficult when you go to sizes over 1". What happens is the outside obviously dries faster than the inside, so you have to slow down the drying of the o...

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I have always thought it was a risky deal reloading for friends, or having someone reload for you. If they miss the elk of a lifetime, guess whose fault it will be? If they get some snow, mud etc down the muzzle and then shoot it, blowing up the barrel, guess whose fault it will be? This line of re...

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I am completely done with Midway. Their marketing and sending me E-Mails every other day is ridiculous. I waited this year for my birthday pricing. I wanted to buy a Hornady LNL press. So I got my code and entered it. My birthday pricing came up at $327. So I made my list and called the order in a c...

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Only thing that rifle needs is the wood from my high Grade. Tom.

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Here's yer gallery load for a .45 Colt revolver. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v54/adirondack_jack/005-2.jpg 125 grain hollow based bullet in Cowboy .45 Special brass. Load it with 3.5 Grains trail boss to 535 fps, or load the same bullet upside down, as shown on the right, with 2.8 grains of b...

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I use the round balls in my 45-70 Gallery load. And they work very well. I just push the roundball in with my finger until the roundball is flush with the top of the case. Then I take a Redding profile crimp die and put an ever so slight crimp on top of the mouth of the case. And I use Red Dot powde...

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