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by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Dec 07, 2011 1:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday CEMENTHEAD!
Replies: 12
Views: 925

Re: Happy Birthday CEMENTHEAD!

Thank you all!

Pete, goin' hunting down in Arcadia anyway! :lol: The deer don't know they're wet !!

Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 24, 2011 12:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lever lockup
Replies: 10
Views: 1527

Re: Lever lockup

I have larger hands, so I normally operate the lever with the middle 2 fingers of my lever hand. My pinky rides outside the lever and slightly to the rear. Once I got used to it, I have come to prefer it. It's just an option for you to try. Try it with an UNLOADED gun mounted to your shoulder. Most ...
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Nov 21, 2011 11:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday Pete44ru.
Replies: 20
Views: 1633

Re: Happy Birthday Pete44ru.

:D Happy Birthday Pete!
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Nov 21, 2011 10:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Opening Day Okie rifle season (got skunked)
Replies: 7
Views: 780

Re: Opening Day Okie rifle season (got skunked)

Oklahoma windy? ! ? Naaaahhhhhh could'nt be ! :lol: :lol: :lol:

I spent 3 years at Ft Sill, so I understand fully.

Good luck on the rest of the season!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Oct 24, 2011 12:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT, Not OT, On Topic, Off Topic, etc... applied to posts
Replies: 31
Views: 45784

Re: OT, Not OT, On Topic, Off Topic, etc... applied to posts

I apologize! I didn't read this....and I am an offender ! :lol: Thanks Hobie!

Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Oct 21, 2011 8:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I received a package from Mic McPherson
Replies: 16
Views: 3817

Re: I received a package from Mic McPherson

:mrgreen: :D SWEET !!!!

Good hunting!

Thanks for sharing, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Oct 21, 2011 6:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gunsmithing question
Replies: 5
Views: 749

Re: Gunsmithing question

Thanks for the answer Pete. Got it on and am going to shoot it and see what amount of tension it prefers on the magazine band.

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Oct 18, 2011 7:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gunsmithing question
Replies: 5
Views: 749

Gunsmithing question

:D Morning all, I am replacing a forearm band on a Marlin 336 and the new one seems awful tight. Anyway, my question is this......" How tight should the forearm and magazine tube bands be? " IE: hand tight, Sears wrench tight, loose as goose. Also, is there a special sequence to tightening...
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Oct 13, 2011 7:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First Post
Replies: 27
Views: 2780

Re: First Post

Welcome to our little piece of sanctuary heaven! Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Sep 28, 2011 7:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PRICE CHECK - Remington 1100 LT-20 Special Field
Replies: 6
Views: 1120

Re: PRICE CHECK - Remington 1100 LT-20 Special Field

Pete44ru wrote:Tom - Could you please check your messages ? I sent you a PM. TKS.

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Pete, I shot you a PM.

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Sep 28, 2011 7:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT slow2run, Mossyoak1957, rjohns94.
Replies: 11
Views: 1261

Re: OT slow2run, Mossyoak1957, rjohns94.

Happy Birthday to you all! :D
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Sep 27, 2011 7:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PRICE CHECK - Remington 1100 LT-20 Special Field
Replies: 6
Views: 1120

Re: OT-Price Check

BTT ......anybody? :lol:
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Sep 26, 2011 1:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PRICE CHECK - Remington 1100 LT-20 Special Field
Replies: 6
Views: 1120

PRICE CHECK - Remington 1100 LT-20 Special Field

Hello All, Getting ready to sell a used Remington 1100 LT-20 Special Field that I haven't shot in quite a few years. 20 gauge, 2-3/4", 21" barrel, Full,Mod, and Imp Rem chokes. Finish is 90-95% (a couple of small dings) it is a field gun after all... :lol: What kind of prices are they goin...
by CEMENTHEAD
Sun Sep 25, 2011 12:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What color for front sight?
Replies: 20
Views: 2779

Re: What color for front sight?

I have the HiViz sights on three levers, 2 muzzleloaders and a slug gun. They are all green in color and stick out like a sore.....thumb. I don't get any flare out with them, static or on running targets. They are the best of the fiber optic sights in my opinion.

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Sep 20, 2011 6:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Poll: Do you own a "Trapper" length lever gun?
Replies: 121
Views: 19939

Re: Poll: Do you own a "Trapper" length lever gun?

Why yes I do have a Trapper, and no you cannot buy it! :lol: Marlin 1894P in 44mag, ported 16.5" barrel. Factory stock as the day I bought it. Added an Ashley Ghost Ring rear sight and called it good. Yes. Several coyotes, Several deer and a rabid skunk. Most were Bang/Flops with Winchester &qu...
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Aug 04, 2011 7:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Two new leverguns in 22LR: Henry vs Mossberg
Replies: 37
Views: 9316

Re: Two new leverguns in 22LR: Henry vs Mossberg

tman wrote:Been looking into getting a Henry, but if it won't cycle hollowpoints :o ,may look at something else. Anybody else have this problem?
Not at all. My H001T feeds everything as slick as wet owl ****. :D

Send a note to Henry, They'll make it right.

Have fun, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Aug 03, 2011 7:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Two new leverguns in 22LR: Henry vs Mossberg
Replies: 37
Views: 9316

Re: Two new leverguns in 22LR: Henry vs Mossberg

:D Love my Henry. I have the "T" model with the octagon barrel. One of the smoothest and most accurate rimfires I've ever shot out of the box.

My vote is Henry, take the $100 you save and buy ammo. :D

Have fun, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Jul 06, 2011 10:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-30 Ackley Improved
Replies: 61
Views: 27647

Re: 30-30 Ackley Improved

Cool beans! I've looked at a few as well, never pulled the trigger so to speak. Looks like a fun project! Doesn't the 30-30AI reamer just clean up the chamber? Can you still fire regular factory ammo through it? Can it be reamed without removing the barrel? LOL.....I'm full of questions today :D Tha...
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Jun 22, 2011 9:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Semi-OT Cast Bullet Hardness
Replies: 8
Views: 1906

Re: Semi-OT Cast Bullet Hardness

Start with a 50/50 mix of wheel weight & lead. Air cool some and water drop some. Load them up and let your rifle decide which ones shoot best. You can't go wrong with a Ranch Dog bullet design. Get a 6 cavity mould and the bullets will pile up fast. .. Thanks Twodot. :wink: I'm actually gonna ...
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Jun 22, 2011 5:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Semi-OT Cast Bullet Hardness
Replies: 8
Views: 1906

Semi-OT Cast Bullet Hardness

Looking for a little guidance. I plan on reloading cast bullets in my 30-30 and 35 Remington. I want to use gas checks and approximate factory velocities. What hardness (BHN) should I use? I know that too hard and they may fracture on some bone shots. Too soft and little/no penetration. Also recomme...
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Jun 21, 2011 10:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What levergun calibers do you have?
Replies: 103
Views: 16030

Re: What levergun calibers do you have?

:D

22LR- 2
22MAG- 1
30-30WIN- 2
35REM- 2
45-70- 2
357MAG- 1
44MAG- 2

Looks like I needto go shoppin' !! :lol:

I have a gap....I NEED a 25-20 and a 375WIN/38-55.... :lol: :D
by CEMENTHEAD
Sun Jun 19, 2011 7:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 35 REM short barrels
Replies: 9
Views: 2680

35 REM short barrels

I was wondering if any of you fine Gentlemen (and Ladies) have any experience with short barrels in the 35 REM chambering. Just interested in velocities and how loud it may be with let's say an 16.5-18" barrel. Is it a worthwhile thing to do? I have a Marlin 336CS (early '80's) that is beggin' ...
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Jun 14, 2011 12:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Ruger #1 custom 22-250AI
Replies: 25
Views: 2447

Re: OT - Ruger #1 custom 22-250AI

:mrgreen: :D :D :D That's a beauty !! Good luck !!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Jun 13, 2011 8:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Conical .50 cal Muzzle loader bullets
Replies: 3
Views: 626

Re: OT- Conical .50 cal Muzzle loader bullets

Iceman thanks.

Hornady only makes the 385gr Great Plains anymore. They dropped the 410 and 460gr years ago. :?

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Jun 13, 2011 12:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Conical .50 cal Muzzle loader bullets
Replies: 3
Views: 626

OT- Conical .50 cal Muzzle loader bullets

I'm looking for a replacement conical bullet similar to the .50 caliber (.503")Muzzleloading Technologies Power Punch bullets I used to use. http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee267/GRUMPY7776/PowerPunch50-600Pair.jpg Looking for something in the 450-600grain range. Any ideas? Thanks for the he...
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Jun 10, 2011 10:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Re: 240gr XTP velocity
Replies: 10
Views: 2209

Re: 240gr XTP velocity

They work great out of my SuperBlackHawk Bisley with a 4-5/8" barrel at 1200fps. However they are AWESOME out of my Marlin 1894P (16.5" barrel) at 1600fps (same load). :D 9 times out of 10 I get a bang/flop with the Marlin out to 100yards. 1200fps should be no problem with the 7.5" ba...
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon May 16, 2011 8:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Not A Super Trip To Ohio
Replies: 23
Views: 2928

Re: OT: Not A Super Trip To Ohio

Prayers for your family and you............................

Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Sun May 08, 2011 12:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: light loads for the 30-06
Replies: 20
Views: 2975

Re: OT: light loads for the 30-06

13.0 grains of Red Dot with a 150 grain bullet will get about 1400 fps in a 30-06...........so will 18.0 grains of Trail Boss powder.

I know you said 30-30 velocities, however these are economical and fun. :wink:

:D Thanks, and have fun. Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Sat May 07, 2011 7:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Pizza Delivery charge survey in your area
Replies: 34
Views: 4233

Re: OT: Pizza Delivery charge survey in your area

Not one cent for delivery. :D There's SO many choices, here in RI, that NO pizza shops charge a customer for delivery. . I have at least a dozen different pizza shops within 3 miles of my home. Unfortunately, the competition doesn't keep the prices down. Down south and out west pizza is way cheaper....
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri May 06, 2011 10:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Way OT Tractor problems
Replies: 10
Views: 1951

Re: Way OT Tractor problems

....it's sucking air from one of the quick disconnects most likely.

Good luck, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Sun May 01, 2011 9:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question Marlin 1894C Fiber Optic Front Sight
Replies: 8
Views: 2485

Re: Question Marlin 1894C Fiber Optic Front Sight

Google "HiViz" sights.....I have a HiViz green fiber optic front sight on 3 of my main hunting guns. Absolutely love them. :D

you're on the right track.....Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Mar 31, 2011 10:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Pump Rifle Forum
Replies: 40
Views: 5020

Re: New Pump Rifle Forum

I'm in...... :D

Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Mar 28, 2011 2:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: After 5 pages about removing pictures, let's see your PORN!
Replies: 35
Views: 7114

Re: After 5 pages about removing pictures, let's see your PORN!

(TKS, Victor) Well, then - How about a 6.5x55 SIDE-LEVER ? :mrgreen: http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd30/Pete44ru/M70FWTClassic.jpg . Nice lookin' Featherweight Swede Pete !! I wish I still had mine, the barrel was cut down to 19", really handy and pleasant to shoot. Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Mar 07, 2011 7:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So, how come????
Replies: 26
Views: 3660

Re: So, how come????

Here's mine from a while back..............http://www.levergunscommunity.com/viewt ... 66&start=0


:D :D :D :D

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Feb 24, 2011 4:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: THE 4-GUN BATTERY
Replies: 73
Views: 9253

Re: THE 4-GUN BATTERY

:D Here's my picks........................ CENTER-FIRE RIFLE: Remington 700 LTR, 308 Winchester RIM-FIRE RIFLE: Winchester 9422M, 22 magnum or Henry Frontier H0001T, 22 LR...........can't decide, love both SHOTGUN: Remington 870 Express, 12 Gauge - (cheater....rifled slug barrel, riot barrel, and 28...
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Feb 21, 2011 10:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: any 9.3x74R shooters?
Replies: 6
Views: 806

Re: OT: any 9.3x74R shooters?

I got to shoot a Jaeger stalking rifle (single shot) in 9.3x74R. :D It was a wonderful, accurate rifle that recoiled lightly and "carried the weight" so to speak. It was Nosler 286grain Partition handloads @ 2250fps, if I remember correctly. Anyway, we were shooting at hanging 25kg Wild Bo...
by CEMENTHEAD
Sun Feb 20, 2011 5:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Flash of insperation or,,,,
Replies: 5
Views: 665

Re: Flash of insperation or,,,,

Nath, I would look at the muzzle crown or magazine rings before the lever. Just a thought.

Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Sun Feb 20, 2011 5:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUNTING RANGE: HOW FAR CAN YOU EXPECT TO SHOOT?
Replies: 24
Views: 3456

Re: HUNTING RANGE: HOW FAR CAN YOU EXPECT TO SHOOT?

Normally 10-75 yards......if you can sit still. :D

One field, I rarely hunt anymore, you can shoot up to 425yards.
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Feb 17, 2011 7:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Model 1894 question
Replies: 2
Views: 644

Re: Model 1894 question

Image

:? OHHH, the "WRA Co" overstamp is where the serial # is, OK got it now. They're not the same gun.
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Feb 17, 2011 7:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Model 1894 question
Replies: 2
Views: 644

Model 1894 question

Looked at a Winchester Model 1894 today at the local candy store. :D It has approximate 20"barrel, 38-55 chambering, button magazine, pinned front sight, curved butt plate, graduated rear sight and a tang sight. The muzzle was worn at least 1/2" down, strong rifling otherwise. blued finish...
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Feb 09, 2011 6:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PRAYER REQUEST - for my son
Replies: 77
Views: 7287

Re: PRAYER REQUEST - for my son

prayers offered........................
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Feb 03, 2011 10:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Reloaders-bullet inventory count................
Replies: 20
Views: 3168

Re: Reloaders-bullet inventory count................

I just take an inventory once a year. Put it on a clip board with graph paper and update as I use them. Pull 50, of whatever, (ex:35 cal Seer FP 180's) note it on the clip board and re-order when I get below 1K. Very simple math, as I always load in batches of 10, 25, 50 or 100.

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Feb 02, 2011 3:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 35 remington, looking for opinions
Replies: 42
Views: 6899

Re: 35 remington, looking for opinions

Great platform, mild recoil, easily re-loadable, cast bullet friendly, great factory ammo (Remington 200 gr Core Lokts, my favorite), exceeds "paper ballistics"...............what's not to love? :D :lol:

I love mine and it would be one of the absolute last to go. Have fun!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Feb 01, 2011 9:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request
Replies: 25
Views: 2813

Re: Prayer Request

prayers.................
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Feb 01, 2011 5:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ANY 9422 OWNERS HERE?
Replies: 37
Views: 4383

Re: ANY 9422 OWNERS HERE?

I have 9422 Magnum and absolutely love it. Good snag at that price........

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Feb 01, 2011 12:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 250 Savage
Replies: 23
Views: 4248

Re: 250 Savage

Old Savage wrote:A friend had one built on a Model 7 action for his wife. She loves it and killed a caribou with it a couple of years ago. A perfect combo there in my opinion.
That's right! The Remington Model 7......I forgot that it's smaller. The hunt is on! :D

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Feb 01, 2011 8:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 250 Savage
Replies: 23
Views: 4248

Re: 250 Savage

What rifle are you thinking of? Definitely a bolt gun (shudder) :lol: I want to build it for my wife and I'm thinking the custom route. Ultra Light Arms or Rifles Inc. I want it to be under 6 lbs scoped. I've had her shoot a 99 in 250 Savage and she HATED the rifle, (which I lusted over). But remar...
by CEMENTHEAD
Sun Jan 30, 2011 6:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Score!!! Mint condition Winchester 94, pre-safety, $225.00
Replies: 30
Views: 6239

Re: Score!!! Mint condition Winchester 94, pre-safety, $225.00

:mrgreen: Another excellent grab !!!

Shoot the heck out of it !! Have fun !! :D

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Sun Jan 30, 2011 6:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I saw this ad for a Ruger 44
Replies: 17
Views: 2390

Re: I saw this ad for a Ruger 44

nice grab !! :mrgreen:

Have fun! Tom