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by Griff
Mon Sep 17, 2007 10:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-SAA?
Replies: 27
Views: 7432

I have to say, that "MSRP" is just like on autos, your negotiating skills will determine the price you pay. I bought my last NIB Colt SAA for $650. It was a 1979 production, and this was in 1994. The last quoted price I had for a NEW 2nd gen was $1200, with a recent production 3rd gen unde...
by Griff
Mon Sep 17, 2007 9:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stoney Point shooting sticks
Replies: 9
Views: 2667

I make my own sticks. Using any type oak, or other suitable hardwood, http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d197/sass93/X-Sticks.jpg (these are unfinished cherry, made for the prone position. I build 3 sizes, prone, sitting, kneeling. Each pair made to order, don't keep any in stock, sales are few and f...
by Griff
Mon Sep 17, 2007 9:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rumor is Henry will bring out a 30-30 in 2008
Replies: 14
Views: 4414

aussie wrote:Griff, are you saying that Henry rifles are not made in the US?
aussie.
No, just that I ain't bought one, and am not likely to! They are free to name their company anything they want, and I'm free not to spend my hard-earned dinero with 'em.
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 11:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rumor is Henry will bring out a 30-30 in 2008
Replies: 14
Views: 4414

Probably be Solid Brass, with a High Shine and weight 4,000 lbs. :wink: Why nothing they offer interests me. That and I just thinks it's just wrong to call themselves "Henry" and not even offer their namesake. I might, and probably am, forgoing the opportunity to own a fine rifle, US made...
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 11:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First CAS shoot today,GREAT!!
Replies: 16
Views: 4039

I went to a CAS shoot today also. I was offered to borrow the guns, (one fellar had all that I would need) but in Rugers. I've never gotten used to the "no half-cock" and action, so I declined. All I did all day was count misses and pickup brass. I still had a load of fun. They were all &q...
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 10:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-SAA?
Replies: 27
Views: 7432

Generally speaking, the run-of-the-mill, NIB Colt SAA is nicely finished, (as good as they get), will shoot, function and give YEARS of good trouble-free service. (As with anything, they can come in yellow). Accuracy is probably as good as anyone's with similar sights. (Sure the adj. sights on a Rug...
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 9:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Lever-not a repeater.
Replies: 22
Views: 6392

Looking forward to the range report! :P
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 9:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-SAA?
Replies: 27
Views: 7432

But... having a tuned, well fitted COLT is absolutely heaven. How are they when they're factory stock? The MSRP of $1290 is a little high for a gun that you need to send to a gunsmith to have it tuned. I guess I should have been more specific. A "tuned" CAS gun uses slightly different tim...
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 9:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: winchester commeritive rifles ????
Replies: 9
Views: 3214

I have a US BiCentennial, new and unfired. Bought it last year and have so far resisted the need to shoot the "new" gun. But, then I also bought a new, 1972 Model 64A Winchester from another forum member and resisted shooting that for just about a full 24 hours. 24 hours spent cleaning, fo...
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 9:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rossi M92 & deep woods
Replies: 18
Views: 4629

Griff, Did you hook up with LeverBob? He's just outside of Carson City? Joe No, I didn't know I was comin' down here until Friday nite. And didn't have good internet service most of yesterday. Spent most of that looking what was around here besides houses of ill-repute (those have signs letting kno...
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 8:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rossi M92 & deep woods
Replies: 18
Views: 4629

Great report Junior. I could almost picture it. Me, I spent the weekend driving the "shortest" route between Union Gap, WA and Reno, NV. Some very pretty country. It was the first time I'd been thru south central OR. I could see me in that part of the country. Then this am, I got to attend...
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My idea of a plinking target
Replies: 8
Views: 2998

Very nice Joe. I've got a couple of animal silhouette targets that are good for most anything, but I keep them to cast only. One is a "running" bear and a 1/4 life size buffalo. They're both mounted on 2" pipe with an "X" base. Each weighs about 75 lbs sans upright and base....
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 8:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-SAA?
Replies: 27
Views: 7432

Paul, C-O-L-T. Sez, it all. IT IS THE one to own. Rugers are well made and brick-outhouse strong. But... having a tuned, well fitted COLT is absolutely heaven. I am very lucky in that I own three. I also have in my safe (they're my son's), three Colt clones that have been tuned and turned into very ...
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 8:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: winchester commeritive rifles ????
Replies: 9
Views: 3214

You're welcome, Sir. Someone else on Leverguns turned me onto that site, so I figured to pass along the favor.
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 7:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: winchester commeritive rifles ????
Replies: 9
Views: 3214

This is the most comprehensive list of official Winchester issued Commemoratives.
by Griff
Sun Sep 16, 2007 7:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I got burned!
Replies: 13
Views: 4322

If he didn't make it right the first thing I'd do is ask him if he would like you to call ATF. They can bring more heat on him in less time than small claims court could ever think of. Then you can think of small claims court. Different states differ but here in Fla. if you paid an honest price for...
by Griff
Thu Sep 13, 2007 9:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Texas Levergunners, etc.
Replies: 5
Views: 1996

Haven't heard about any of this. But, then I don't listen to the news, and am currently in central Washington state. Spent today and will spend tomorrow delivering new wine barrels to various small wineries. Love the smell of oak. Even the french oak barrels. Weather's been perfect since I left AZ. ...
by Griff
Wed Sep 12, 2007 2:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: winny 86
Replies: 7
Views: 2306

Perry mentions the RCBS 45-300 FN bullet, and it's a good one. However, it's a gas check design. If you prefer a plain base bullet, I'd suggest the RCBS 45-325 FN-U. It weighs 340 grains with my 20-1 alloy, and it shoots very well in my three Miroku 86 .45-70's -- two Brownings and a Winchester. Th...
by Griff
Mon Sep 10, 2007 2:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Muzzle loaders
Replies: 20
Views: 5579

Detailed variations aside, the Kentucky/Pennsylvania/Tennessee rifles are full stocked, long barrelled rifles. Usuallly not larger than .50 caliber with .40s and .36 or .32s in greater abundance. Well suited to the more plentiful small game of the areas thhey're named for. Differences in drop @ comb...
by Griff
Sun Sep 09, 2007 5:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Trapper In Scotland 07
Replies: 28
Views: 7500

Nath,
Enjoyed reading about the hunt and the photos. The hunt is always grand, but baggin' game is like the icing on cake, makes it that much sweeter. Congrats.
by Griff
Sat Sep 08, 2007 10:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Memorable Deer Hunt
Replies: 14
Views: 5977

Great story JimT. Reading your story reminded me of memorable hunts I've had. Naver had the wife as a partner, tho! That would have been extra special. Thanks for sharing. Great looking buck.
by Griff
Sat Sep 08, 2007 9:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BFS Biggest Finest Smelter
Replies: 10
Views: 4166

Let's see... shipping my WW and Lino to you and back, vs. having my wife hunt me down and do permanent, severe injury for stealing another of her pots to melt my raw stuff over a one burner electric element. Nah, it's too much fun when she catches me. Congrats on your find. Especially great it was n...
by Griff
Sat Sep 08, 2007 12:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gun sales freedom ?
Replies: 10
Views: 4002

For as long as those of us that do so lawfully fight for our rights under the Constitution. And, keep our representatives focused on the real problem: criminals.
by Griff
Fri Sep 07, 2007 8:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: You are all cordially invited
Replies: 15
Views: 5685

OD wrote:Congratulations, Doctor Hudson! Image
Ditto, and you too, Doc!
by Griff
Fri Sep 07, 2007 8:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A personal request for the forum
Replies: 67
Views: 12471

Like so? 8)
by Griff
Fri Sep 07, 2007 6:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Wish me luck
Replies: 36
Views: 11573

Get well soon. And don't mess around, back injuries are difficult to rebound from.
by Griff
Fri Sep 07, 2007 6:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - A Colt "Why" Question.
Replies: 11
Views: 2319

A chamber made for the .38 Spl. is shorter, giving less bullet jump and maintaining better bullet stability than in a .357 length chamber. Although the distance to the rifling is equal, the shorter jump may also provide for better ignition of the charge. With .38 special loads, it has long been held...
by Griff
Fri Sep 07, 2007 8:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Has anybody here used gunbroker ?
Replies: 17
Views: 6704

Conversely, feedback doesn't GUARANTEE one of not encountering a dishonest person. I bid, won and paid for a couple of "new, factory buttplates" for a Winchester 94, seller had over 98% approval rating, with over 1500 sales, 2, I say, TWO negative comments. I waited, and waited patiently s...
by Griff
Fri Sep 07, 2007 8:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Good Loads.. 405gr 444 Marlin..?
Replies: 9
Views: 4304

The old .44-77 and .44-90 used bullets in that weight range, possibly even heavier. One of the reasons I've never been particularly interested in this chambering. Other than shooting pistol bullets, there hasn't been much devloped for it. And as Speer notes in their #10 Reloading Manual: "Heavi...
by Griff
Thu Sep 06, 2007 7:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Price Check Winchester 92
Replies: 3
Views: 2082

Was it marked "Winchester Ogden, UT?" Otherwise it may have been a Mdl 94.
by Griff
Thu Sep 06, 2007 11:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - We need a new single shot!
Replies: 42
Views: 10445

I simply want an affordable 1885 Winchester in .32-40. Think "Welfare" budget! :lol: :x
by Griff
Thu Sep 06, 2007 11:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Transfer of Cylinder Alignment Thread
Replies: 1
Views: 1411

Send it to a single action guy, you simply need new bolt slots cut in the cylinder. Not terribly difficult, not terribly expensive. I can recommend three: Bill Oglesby in Springfield, IL, he's listed. Bill is a heck of a gunsmith and done wonderful work on my Colt SAAs. Some folks are put off by him...
by Griff
Thu Sep 06, 2007 8:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - what no politics???
Replies: 11
Views: 4319

Hillary is not going to win, but if she did, it would be time to pack up your guns and send them up to Canada for safe keeping. :P Okay, dokey; hope your safe is large enough, and you have an extra room. Not to worry, the wife won't be joining me. But... on the down side, we HAVE to go hunting! :lol:
by Griff
Thu Sep 06, 2007 12:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Accuracy/loads for .375/ 38-55's??
Replies: 25
Views: 8026

I have a Marlin 375. It has only been fed Hornady's 220gr FN and 35 grains of RE-7.

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It's the one in back, hiding cause it wears a scope! :P
by Griff
Thu Sep 06, 2007 12:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Loads for Win. 45-90 BPCR
Replies: 10
Views: 4442

I would like to thank crs from the leverguns forum for his links to past threads on leverguns. I only hope he runs around here. I can't reply to his posts. I sent him an email saying he was being paged. In the interim, you can email Accurate Powder, Inc. and ask for their suggestions for AA5744. I ...
by Griff
Thu Sep 06, 2007 12:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1874 Sharps - Load suggestions?
Replies: 14
Views: 5724

Bruce, the wood is standard grade but apparently there is an option to have them select the best of that. It might not be listed as an option. This is Curtis's third of these and he always seems to get some custom combination of options that he discusses with them. I guess they will do almost anyth...
by Griff
Thu Sep 06, 2007 12:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hobie, suggestion for the regular forum
Replies: 22
Views: 6694

I hang out at the HuntingNut forum and of course Leverguns. The guys and moderators over at HuntingNut have the same Christian Values as the people and moderators on Leverguns. Other forums I tend to stay away from. It's nice to hang my hat at the campfire with a bunch of great people that these tw...
by Griff
Thu Sep 06, 2007 12:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .30-30 Trapper Spotted
Replies: 16
Views: 5591

Imagine leaning back in the Lazy Boy, the smell of oak burning, a good Selleck western on TV, and wiping down a good W inchester ....... :wink: And as long as I get my chores done, my wife doesn't mind so much.. http://img79.imageshack.us/img79/8333/f9jwinm92.jpg That's real SNEAKY. Putting a pic o...
by Griff
Tue Sep 04, 2007 8:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where is everybody?
Replies: 58
Views: 25753

Old Time Hunter wrote:Griff, hate to tell ya, but that is one mangy look'n ride.
Yep, and the "rider" was almost as bad! But I git to hear the gong go "clang" 6 of 7 shots.
by Griff
Tue Sep 04, 2007 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .30-30 Trapper Spotted
Replies: 16
Views: 5591

J Miller wrote:
.30-30 Trapper Spotted
:lol: Hey that's pretty neet. All I gotta do to see one is look in my closet.
:wink:
Joe
:wink: Me too!
by Griff
Tue Sep 04, 2007 8:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need advice for .45LC Cowboy Reloads
Replies: 19
Views: 6036

You shoulda told him to get stronger targets :P :roll: . I understand, I just gotta be ornery sometimes. Besides I did say his 7.0 Unique X 200 gr was OK didn't I? Cowboy action games may be fun for some, but although I love the guns, I just can't get into the squib loads. I had enough of the games...
by Griff
Tue Sep 04, 2007 8:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need advice for .45LC Cowboy Reloads
Replies: 19
Views: 6036

Eric, I've used Unique for a very long time. Usually I use either 8.0 or 9.0 with the 250gr and then 255gr to 270gr bullet. 7.0 with a 200gr bullet should be a decent load. As far as smoke with Unique it all depends on the bullet lube. Certain lubes with Unique smoke like crazy. One of the worst of...
by Griff
Tue Sep 04, 2007 8:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1894C Microgroove/Ballard Models
Replies: 7
Views: 3740

So, the safety cam ein during the early 80's....... What about the switch from Microgroove to Ballard? Haycock Certainly don't quote me on this as I'm working from a very shakey memory, from someone who only looks at Marlins in passing, but... I think it was the early-to-mid '90s in response to the...
by Griff
Tue Sep 04, 2007 8:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - PA Gun Registration, $10 per gun per year!
Replies: 22
Views: 6851

pharmseller wrote:How ironic! What do you suppose we'd be calling Pennsylvania if the British had required gun registration 232 years ago?

Quinn
Unarmed.
by Griff
Mon Sep 03, 2007 11:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where is everybody?
Replies: 58
Views: 25753

Present and accounted for. Ordered my new Lyman Great Plains .54 frontstuffer and all the goodies that go with it. It's threatening to cool off a little, time to do some shootin'! Now you know that you'll have to post pictures when it comes in... then a range report... Just to whet your whistle, he...
by Griff
Mon Sep 03, 2007 11:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 375 Marlin Hammer Spur - Needed
Replies: 4
Views: 2245

Re: 375 Marlin Hammer Spur - Needed

I have several for the newer wide hammer style, but don't have any spares for the old narrow hammer. Does anyone have 1 or 2 they want to sell? Thanks, Dave. Ain't sure, but Numrich lists one for the Marlin 375, and the detail shows it's the same as the 1895. Didn't know there were different width ...
by Griff
Mon Sep 03, 2007 9:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stainless Steel Winchester 94 Receiver
Replies: 13
Views: 5721

Stainless Steel Winchester 94 Receiver

So, do any of you others doubt this?

Stainless Steel Winchester 94 Receiver. I know there were stainless steel barrels used, but receiver. I've never heard this one.
by Griff
Mon Sep 03, 2007 8:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hello!
Replies: 2
Views: 1607

pharmseller wrote:Glad to see you.

Quinn
Welcome to the similar fire.
by Griff
Mon Sep 03, 2007 8:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Few Marlin Lever pics
Replies: 13
Views: 5636

So you could almost say how much easier they are to take down for cleaning? Almost say how they don't rattle around like an old Winnie? :P :lol: Far be it from me to put words in your mouth. But, those are the same ol' arguements. A rattly ol' Winchester just balances better. To me. :P But, pretty ...
by Griff
Mon Sep 03, 2007 7:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cabinet Mountain grizzly
Replies: 18
Views: 6133

Pete44ru wrote:Welcome to the fire, Big Sky

Neighborly, huh? I'd be hoping he comes back, when its hunting season.
DITTO!!!!! :lol: