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by PaperPatch
Sat Nov 23, 2013 8:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hypothetical what if question...
Replies: 46
Views: 2069

Re: Hypothetical what if question...

I would go with option #1. Leupold 6x scope with the LR reticle. Leupold bases and rings of course!
by PaperPatch
Wed Oct 09, 2013 4:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Part 1 of my hunt in South Africa
Replies: 23
Views: 2121

Re: Part 1 of my hunt in South Africa

Excellent report !!! Its on my Bucket List too. :wink:
by PaperPatch
Sat Oct 05, 2013 7:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: And So It Begins...
Replies: 7
Views: 634

Re: And So It Begins...

Good luck and.....pictures. Lots of pictures!
:wink:
by PaperPatch
Sat Oct 05, 2013 6:56 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Latest project pictures
Replies: 18
Views: 1688

Re: Latest project pictures

Marvelous craftsmanship there Chuck! I'm wondering now...would a hunting knife with a grip/handle matching the six-shooter be too fancy a rig??? Hmmm... :wink:
by PaperPatch
Sat Sep 28, 2013 7:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request for Jeff Quinn
Replies: 34
Views: 3982

Re: Prayer Request for Jeff Quinn

Prayers sent....return to the hills as soon as you are able!!!
by PaperPatch
Sat Sep 28, 2013 7:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer request for Big Sister
Replies: 24
Views: 1609

Re: Prayer request for Big Sister

Prayers sent..
by PaperPatch
Sat Sep 14, 2013 7:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: jeep Gladiator...
Replies: 23
Views: 1932

Re: jeep Gladiator...

Yep, that'll do nicely...

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Tue Sep 03, 2013 5:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Finally Leaving On My Big USA Tour....
Replies: 35
Views: 2723

Re: Finally Leaving On My Big USA Tour....

Lunch on me in Omaha. Safe Journey...
:wink:
by PaperPatch
Mon Aug 26, 2013 6:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Y2K and the Court of Honor
Replies: 20
Views: 1429

Re: Y2K and the Court of Honor

Congratulations!!!
by PaperPatch
Mon Jul 22, 2013 8:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1950's Hunting Gear
Replies: 21
Views: 3173

Re: 1950's Hunting Gear

Very nice rifle Rusty....and with the story it becomes a gem of family history. Well done.

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Fri Jun 21, 2013 8:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Earned myself a levergun
Replies: 7
Views: 1169

Re: Earned myself a levergun

Congrats on navigating the Market. Inquiring minds will desire a full reporting, complete with assorted pictures and related minutia.
:wink:
by PaperPatch
Sun Jun 09, 2013 6:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: CORRECTION: Wife Was Walking Dog...SHE Got Nailed By Rattler
Replies: 50
Views: 5005

Re: CORRECTION: Wife Was Walking Dog...SHE Got Nailed By Rat

A Prayer offered on her behalf. Please keep us posted.
by PaperPatch
Fri May 17, 2013 12:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Humor for Wed.
Replies: 11
Views: 801

Re: Humor for Wed.

That was exquisitely bad....................I love it!!!
:wink:
by PaperPatch
Wed May 08, 2013 7:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My new ride, photos
Replies: 21
Views: 2047

Re: My new ride, photos

Chuck 100 yd wrote: This truck don`t even have a gas cap, just stick the fuel nozzle in the hole and pump and when you pull it out the tank seals itself up. :o :o :o
What hath God wrought??? :?
by PaperPatch
Sun Apr 28, 2013 8:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Forcing Cone Erosion
Replies: 15
Views: 1420

Re: Forcing Cone Erosion

I forgot to mention that this one is a .41 Mag. Thinking about it...I likely put 2000 rounds thru it the first summer I had it. The powder I burned most in this is Blue Dot . It was different from all other powders in that, upon firing...the burst of color that emerged from the cylinder gap resemble...
by PaperPatch
Sat Apr 27, 2013 8:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Forcing Cone Erosion
Replies: 15
Views: 1420

Forcing Cone Erosion

This is my first center fire handgun purchased new in 1985. It's also the first handgun I loaded ammunition for; with many pounds of powder going down the tube. These days, it has begun spraying gas back at me upon firing...and as I understand the eroded forcing cone is the culprit. Time for a trip ...
by PaperPatch
Fri Apr 19, 2013 6:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Done
Replies: 17
Views: 2027

Re: Steven Wright

37. You know how some people are afraid of heights...I'm afraid of widths.

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Tue Apr 09, 2013 6:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Favorite load for .250-3000?
Replies: 7
Views: 1049

Re: Favorite load for .250-3000?

I have one with the 14" twist. 35 grains of IMR 4320, with either Hornady or Speer 87 grain bullets shoot extremely well. Winchester primer.
by PaperPatch
Thu Mar 28, 2013 5:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Learned the truth about cast bullets
Replies: 27
Views: 3117

Re: Learned the truth about cast bullets

That young fella has a promising future in Congress!!!

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Sun Oct 28, 2012 2:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Archery Season Deer
Replies: 11
Views: 653

Re: Archery Season Deer

Well done sir, a real trophy is earned. Had it come easy...what value then?
:wink:
by PaperPatch
Tue Oct 16, 2012 6:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Looking Good Isn't All About Guns...
Replies: 22
Views: 1808

Re: Looking Good Isn't All About Guns...

Very nice Pontiac there! I can still remember the Texaco jingle I think;

You Can Trust Your Car, To The Man Who Wears The Star...The Big Red Texaco Star!!!

A full service station was a genuine part of the good old days.

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Tue Oct 16, 2012 6:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My son's wilderness trek
Replies: 24
Views: 2405

Re: OT: My son's wilderness trek

Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Thu Oct 11, 2012 9:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bought another!
Replies: 18
Views: 1452

Re: Bought another!

Excellent taste you have in the older ordnance, the accessories make it a really nice score too. Those early Remingtons are a marvelous display of craftsmanship.

Looking forward to the range report.
:wink:
by PaperPatch
Fri Oct 05, 2012 11:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Antelopalooza 2012
Replies: 21
Views: 849

Re: Antelopalooza 2012

Well done Ted; and outstanding marksmanship. I used to have a tent such as yours...is that a 16x20?

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Wed Sep 26, 2012 8:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hunting trips
Replies: 28
Views: 2440

Re: Hunting trips

That is some beautiful country there Marc. 30 years of adventuring there....you are a lucky man indeed! Have you ever pondered how many travelers from the past have also sought shelter in the same "window" you did?

Thank you for taking the time to share this journey.
:wink:
by PaperPatch
Thu Sep 06, 2012 11:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Reliable but not Pretty (just like me) got any like that...?
Replies: 16
Views: 2068

Re: Reliable but not Pretty (just like me) got any like that...?

Yep, got one of those...my very first firearm. I purchased it from a classmate in the 8th grade, for 11 or 12 dollars I think. With Dads approval of course. Though I did not hear of it then...years later Dad mentioned that he caught some flack from Mom over that. Got my first Pheasant with it. First...
by PaperPatch
Thu Sep 06, 2012 10:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Accurizing Handi-Rifles
Replies: 15
Views: 4895

Re: Accurizing Handi-Rifles

I have a heavy barrel in 223 that shoots real well. The trigger could be better...but still does well from a solid bench rest. Before its first firing....I floated the forearm and installed an o ring under the forearm hanger. It probably was not necessary; but I was bored at the time. 200 Yards http...
by PaperPatch
Wed Aug 15, 2012 11:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 88 Now Scoped And Ready To Go
Replies: 22
Views: 1770

Re: Winchester 88 Now Scoped And Ready To Go

Very nice!!! A modern levergun with a scope is awesome. And you've got a classic one too.

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Sat Aug 11, 2012 8:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Low power optic for AR-15 ???
Replies: 9
Views: 812

Re: Low power optic for AR-15 ???

Mine wears a Leupold 2x7. It lives at 2 power, unless sighting in new ammunition. The wide field of view is a really nice feature of low magnification scopes.
by PaperPatch
Tue Jul 24, 2012 2:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old Savage
Replies: 170
Views: 15519

Re: Old Savage

Get well soon Fred....and enjoy yourself!
:wink:
by PaperPatch
Tue Jul 17, 2012 7:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I built this today.
Replies: 23
Views: 1416

Re: I built this today.

Very nice! Wood craftsmanship is the stuff!!

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Sun Jul 15, 2012 11:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Road Trip Across Mozambique
Replies: 6
Views: 567

Re: Road Trip Across Mozambique

After that adventure, pavement travel may seem rather bland. Your destination there looks beautiful!!!
by PaperPatch
Sun Jul 15, 2012 11:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Back on the water! :) Day 2, More Photos.
Replies: 13
Views: 793

Re: Back on the water! :)

Excellent.... :wink:

When you start shopping for a bigger boat, give this page a look.

http://www.paddling.net
by PaperPatch
Sun Jul 15, 2012 10:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Archery cart (more/better photos)
Replies: 17
Views: 1155

Re: Archery cart

A well thought out, and excellent looking cart there. :wink:

When you guys start looking at Crossbows....give the Excalibur brand some thought.

http://www.excaliburcrossbow.com/

They have an excellent forum there as well.
by PaperPatch
Sat Jul 14, 2012 12:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Fun with a boat
Replies: 27
Views: 2806

Re: Fun with a boat

My experience Don is limited to Canoe and Kayak, in rivers and streams...I've never owned a motor boat. Yet. If the reservoirs near you are regularly subject to windy conditions most of the year, you'll prefer a motor boat. If not...Canoe or Kayak will serve you well. There are two basic kinds of Ca...
by PaperPatch
Thu Jul 12, 2012 1:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Quick Wilderness canoe recon (photos)
Replies: 19
Views: 1242

Re: Mostly OT: Quick Wilderness canoe recon (photos)

Adventurous exploring in beautiful country; with family and friends!!! You sir, are living the Dream. :wink: On another note, in my armchair travels via literature....I do recall Cross Lake being mentioned in some past reading. I can't place the book at the moment though. Looking forward to the rest...
by PaperPatch
Sun Jun 03, 2012 10:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Went on the Family Reunion Cerribean Cruise last week, pics
Replies: 8
Views: 644

Re: Went on the Family Reunion Cerribean Cruise last week, pics

Wow! That sounds like an awesome trip, now I wanna go.....

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Thu May 31, 2012 11:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Coolest Airplane you ever flew or flew in
Replies: 70
Views: 8164

Re: Coolest Airplane you ever flew or flew in

I got to "Ride" brakes on this B-29 during a maintenance run-up a few years back. http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a42/PaperPatch/B-29_overnighting.jpg A few years later, I rode this over Lake Tahoe....a beautiful view was had!!! http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a42/PaperPatch/S4010145.jpg
by PaperPatch
Sat May 12, 2012 1:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Derailed by a Savage 99
Replies: 19
Views: 2316

Re: Derailed by a Savage 99

I second that motion!!!

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Wed May 09, 2012 8:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gun of the Month at my club or a lever gun topic
Replies: 9
Views: 720

Re: Gun of the Month at my club or a lever gun topic

Your Savage is indeed a unique item there. Could you share some additional photos and such with us? I'm particularly interested in how the 22 Benchrest shoots.

Have you hunted with it?

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Sat Apr 21, 2012 10:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Movie Trivia Question
Replies: 7
Views: 832

Re: Movie Trivia Question

Mathieu Amalric???
by PaperPatch
Tue Apr 10, 2012 7:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt...The Arm Of Law And Order
Replies: 21
Views: 1852

Colt...The Arm Of Law And Order

I love these old ads....

From 1917

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by PaperPatch
Mon Apr 09, 2012 11:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Slow twist 250-3000
Replies: 25
Views: 2434

Re: Slow twist 250-3000

Earl....Both Hornady and Speer 87 grain bullets shoot exceedingly well in my old 99. 35 grains of IMR 4320 is what I use.

Good luck :wink:
by PaperPatch
Mon Apr 09, 2012 10:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Slow twist 250-3000
Replies: 25
Views: 2434

Re: Slow twist 250-3000

This may be of interest here...

I photographed this copy of an advertisement from a 1920 issue of "The American Magazine".

Apologies for the sideways format; rotating it vertical shrinks the print size further.


Image
by PaperPatch
Sun Apr 08, 2012 9:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help needed - Update
Replies: 37
Views: 1901

Re: Help needed

Done
by PaperPatch
Mon Apr 02, 2012 9:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Silhouette Testing My 132 Year Old Winchester '73
Replies: 1
Views: 403

Re: Silhouette Testing My 132 Year Old Winchester '73

Awesome!!!!!

Keep those reports coming!

:wink:
by PaperPatch
Mon Apr 02, 2012 2:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Loading the .308??
Replies: 19
Views: 1410

Re: Loading the .308??

Win 748 and 165 Hornady does very well for me.
by PaperPatch
Thu Mar 29, 2012 9:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Had to sell a couple of old Winchesters (photos)
Replies: 56
Views: 4624

Re: Had to sell a couple of old Winchesters (photos)

Over the years Kirk, your acumen for antiquities have been a pleasure to behold. Thank you for sharing them.

:wink:

Looking forward to the range report.