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by Triggernosis
Sun Oct 03, 2010 12:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: It's a tough economy -- Time for a "Compact Kahr"
Replies: 7
Views: 932

Re: OT: It's a tough economy -- Time for a "Compact Kahr"

Just curious - why were you not happy with the Bersa 380? I've been eyeing them for a while.
by Triggernosis
Thu Jul 22, 2010 6:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Anyone have a 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500?
Replies: 2
Views: 350

Re: OT: Anyone have a 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500?

Thanks to Ted and Victor - I believe we have things under control now and I can cease kicking the dog around the garage. (Said in jest, of course)

Ain't this place great!
by Triggernosis
Wed Jul 21, 2010 3:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Anyone have a 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500?
Replies: 2
Views: 350

OT: Anyone have a 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500?

I've got a question about where a couple of wires go. I did some repairs yesterday and now can't remember which wire goes where. If you've got one, please drop me an e-mail at: tomanderson_nc@yahoo.com and I'll tell you what I need. It should be really simple, I promise.
by Triggernosis
Thu May 27, 2010 5:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sort of OT: Anyone use a truck camper shell for travelling?
Replies: 16
Views: 1966

Re: Sort of OT: Anyone use a truck camper shell for travelling?

Thanks for the responses, gentlemen. I've already got the truck - a 1995 Dodge Ram 1500 with full-size bed - and the shell, a Leer with sliding windows with screens. Sorry, but a fan ain't gonna work. I can't even sleep in my house with 10' ceilings with a fan anytime past June 1. I'm thinking a win...
by Triggernosis
Wed May 26, 2010 2:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sort of OT: Anyone use a truck camper shell for travelling?
Replies: 16
Views: 1966

Sort of OT: Anyone use a truck camper shell for travelling?

I'm considering using my camper shell to sleep in while doing some hunting, fishing, shooting expeditions in the near future and wondering if anyone has any advice/experiences to share. I've got to figure out a way to get some A/C in that sucker for the hot SE summer months. About the only feasible ...
by Triggernosis
Mon May 17, 2010 12:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone like gold-dot front sights on their revolvers?
Replies: 9
Views: 1095

Anyone like gold-dot front sights on their revolvers?

...thinking of putting one on my Model 60....
by Triggernosis
Mon May 10, 2010 7:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What .38 Spec. ammo for general field and plinking use?
Replies: 9
Views: 1088

Re: What .38 Spec. ammo for general field and plinking use?

Old Ironsights wrote:But if you reload, ANY 158 LSWCHP from a reputable caster/swager will be just jim dandy...
Any recommendations?
by Triggernosis
Mon May 10, 2010 11:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What .38 Spec. ammo for general field and plinking use?
Replies: 9
Views: 1088

What .38 Spec. ammo for general field and plinking use?

I've got a Model 60 revolver with 3" barrel on the way and I need to pick up or load some ammo for it. What bullet and bullet weight should I look for that would serve me best in the field for dispatching game, plinking, and also possibly defense against human predators? I could load it with +P...
by Triggernosis
Sat May 08, 2010 3:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BLR 243
Replies: 15
Views: 2368

Re: BLR 243

Sorry, dude, that is not a good price - it's a steal! Purty wood on that one.
by Triggernosis
Tue May 04, 2010 5:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Revolvers - 2.5" fixed vs. 3" adjustable
Replies: 22
Views: 1753

Re: Revolvers - 2.5" fixed vs. 3" adjustable

OK, gents, I've made up my mind - I've got a S&W Model 60-4 on its way to me now. May still pick up a Taurus Ultralight with 2.5" barrel just to compare.
by Triggernosis
Tue May 04, 2010 9:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Revolvers - 2.5" fixed vs. 3" adjustable
Replies: 22
Views: 1753

Revolvers - 2.5" fixed vs. 3" adjustable

In my neverending quest for the perfect "kit gun", I can't decide between a revolver with a 2.5" fixed-sight barrel or one with a 3" barrel and adjustable sights. I want a sidearm for defense, occasional dispatch of a beaver or rabbit across the marsh, and general plinking...conc...
by Triggernosis
Mon Apr 26, 2010 12:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Possible new handgun purchase.
Replies: 19
Views: 1691

Re: OT- Possible new handgun purchase.

+1 to what JB said.

And don't forget about the Charter Arms Bulldog in .44 Spec. - the 4" version is called the "Target" model.
by Triggernosis
Sat Mar 06, 2010 9:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .357 diameter FMJ bullets - 115-147gr?
Replies: 11
Views: 871

Re: .357 diameter FMJ bullets - 115-147gr?

.....Just how accurate a gun do you need for your game? Hobie, As accurate as I can get without spending a fortune. If I can find a shop nearby with a Ransom rest, I may try several different 9mm bullets in it and see how they do. Right now, I can't shoot well enough to know whether it's me or the ...
by Triggernosis
Sat Mar 06, 2010 10:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .357 diameter FMJ bullets - 115-147gr?
Replies: 11
Views: 871

Re: .357 diameter FMJ bullets - 115-147gr?

Lemme 'splain, guys. I'm looking for .357 diameter bullets to shoot through a 9mm with a barrel that measures .357" instead of .355". Now, now - wait before you go warning me that I'm gonna blow things up! We've done it before with JHP bullets, but I've got to shoot FMJ (only) in my compet...
by Triggernosis
Fri Mar 05, 2010 6:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .357 diameter FMJ bullets - 115-147gr?
Replies: 11
Views: 871

.357 diameter FMJ bullets - 115-147gr?

Does anyone know where I might find some FMJ .357 bullets in the 115-147 gr. range?
by Triggernosis
Sat Feb 06, 2010 11:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BLR trigger failure
Replies: 29
Views: 2002

Re: BLR trigger failure

I agree it's probably an isolated problem. And you know how an armchair Browning-hater can turn one malfunction into mass hysteria over a rifle and deem it unfit for anything other than a club.....
by Triggernosis
Sat Feb 06, 2010 9:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BLR trigger failure
Replies: 29
Views: 2002

Re: BLR trigger failure

There's also a rumor on a couple of forums that some older BLR's had plastic gears in them and would strip. The newer ones definitely have metal gears as I called the Browning factory and confirmed. The same crowd that routinely bashes the BLR also bashes the A-Bolt, and that group always hunts in A...
by Triggernosis
Wed Feb 03, 2010 4:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning BLR - Tell me about them
Replies: 36
Views: 8697

Re: Browning BLR - Tell me about them

If you don't like the gloss epoxy finish, you can hand-rub it out to a satin sheen really easy using 0000 steel wool and along with a bit of oil. Nothing to it! If you want a bolt gun in .308, getcha a BLR - since the bolt locks into the barrel, it's essentially a lever-activated bolt gun.... My nex...
by Triggernosis
Sat Jan 23, 2010 8:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone carry a Beretta 92 as a "woods gun"?
Replies: 32
Views: 4100

Re: Anyone carry a Beretta 92 as a "woods gun"?

Well gentlemen, the reason I'm asking specifically about the Beretta 92 ask is this: Mainly, I need a new pistol of some sort for "general" protection and plinking as I've recently sold my S&W 317 that I carried with me in the woods...and my wife has claimed my compensated Rossi .357 r...
by Triggernosis
Fri Jan 22, 2010 4:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone carry a Beretta 92 as a "woods gun"?
Replies: 32
Views: 4100

Re: Anyone carry a Beretta 92 as a "woods gun"?

I like the looks of the Taurus PT's, but I've got to get a Beretta 92 to shoot Service Pistol with eventually - I'm shooting Service Rifle currently and after I earn my Distinguished Rifleman badge I'll be switching over to pistol. Rather than purchase a revolver for woods carry plus the Beretta for...
by Triggernosis
Fri Jan 22, 2010 3:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone carry a Beretta 92 as a "woods gun"?
Replies: 32
Views: 4100

Anyone carry a Beretta 92 as a "woods gun"?

Just wondering how it would do as a sidearm while hunting and hiking compared to say, a K or L-frame sized revolver in .357/.38.....
by Triggernosis
Thu Jan 21, 2010 11:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any levergunners in the N.C. area?
Replies: 32
Views: 3406

Re: Any levergunners in the N.C. area?

longarm4146 wrote:wonderful land of Eden.......
Eden is a beautiful town. I've passed through it a couple of times over the years and always thought it would be a nice place to live.
by Triggernosis
Wed Jan 20, 2010 10:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any levergunners in the N.C. area?
Replies: 32
Views: 3406

Re: Any levergunners in the N.C. area?

44/40 wrote:Merritt - never heard of it did ya'...
Any further east, I'd be in Pamlico Sound.
I've certainly heard of it. My mother's side of the family is from Oriental, hoigh-toider!
by Triggernosis
Mon Jan 18, 2010 8:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hey guys, don't forget - SHOT news should be posted tomorrow
Replies: 3
Views: 445

Hey guys, don't forget - SHOT news should be posted tomorrow

Most mfrs. post their new products unveiled at the SHOT show on Tuesday.
I'm hoping Browning, Ruger, and S&W will unveil some new (good) stuff.
by Triggernosis
Mon Jan 18, 2010 11:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help me pick a revolver.
Replies: 51
Views: 6142

Re: Help me pick a revolver.

Guys, this sure is fun - we've done a good job of bouncing him from .35 to .44/.45 and back, from DA to SA, from Ruger to Colt or S&W. 8) He'll be so confused he'll have to buy one of each, and his wife will then kill him. :o ..... Yep, I'm totally confused now. Too many choices. Actually, I th...
by Triggernosis
Sun Jan 17, 2010 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help me pick a revolver.
Replies: 51
Views: 6142

Re: Help me pick a revolver.

Thanks again for the wonderful responses, guys. After reviewing all of the guns suggested, I've developed some further criteria. 1) I want adjustable sights, 2) I prefer to limit barrel length to between 3"-6", and 3) I do not want a modern-day S&W (long story short - I had several pro...
by Triggernosis
Sun Jan 17, 2010 10:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help me pick a revolver.
Replies: 51
Views: 6142

Re: Help me pick a revolver.

Hey guys, thank y'all so much for all of the insightful and detailed responses! It's fun spending other peoples money, ain't it? :lol: As far as how much of my money y'all are allowed to spend, let's try to keep it at $700 or less for now. I'm liking the looks of that Redhawk .357....and the S&W...
by Triggernosis
Sat Jan 16, 2010 9:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help me pick a revolver.
Replies: 51
Views: 6142

Help me pick a revolver.

I want an "all around" revolver, but nothing for concealed carry. Something to travel with me in the truck, keep near the bedside at night, carry around town on occasion. Most likely it will be double-action. Something to plink with on occasion, dispatch varmints, maybe even shoot a whitet...
by Triggernosis
Sun Jan 10, 2010 8:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Detective Special (new CCW piece)
Replies: 14
Views: 1716

Re: OT: Detective Special (new CCW piece)

Fill the crack with superglue and don't worry about it. We archers do it all the time on wooden bows and it most always solves the problem.
by Triggernosis
Sun Jan 10, 2010 5:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning A-Bolt--no good?
Replies: 23
Views: 2892

Re: Browning A-Bolt--no good?

I've owned and operated an A-Bolt in .270 for over 20 yrs. and it has taken over 100 deer. However, the A-Bolt design does have some flaws that I'd be glad to discuss if you'd like me to.
BUT...I'm keeping my A-Bolt!
by Triggernosis
Thu Jan 07, 2010 4:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Double action revolver with the "look" of a single action?
Replies: 9
Views: 1720

Re: Double action revolver with the "look" of a single action?

How about something bigger than a .22? WELL NOW YOU GOTTA UNDERSTAND SOMETHING ALONG ABOUT HERE; THE SA GRIP DOES NOT-NOT-NOT!!!--WORK ON A DA SIXGUN IN CALIBERS ABOUT 22 OR MAYBE 32. YOU HAVE NOT THOUGHT ABOUT WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU SHOOT A SA SIXGUN, AND WHAT IS SUPPOSED TO HAPPEN WHEN YOU SHOOT A...
by Triggernosis
Thu Jan 07, 2010 2:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Double action revolver with the "look" of a single action?
Replies: 9
Views: 1720

Double action revolver with the "look" of a single action?

Is there a double-action revolver that has the typical look of a traditional single action revolver?
by Triggernosis
Wed Jan 06, 2010 9:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .45acp V. .357---Let's Settle This Once and For All
Replies: 93
Views: 4899

Re: .45acp V. .357---Let's Settle This Once and For All

Let me put my flame suit on for this one: If you get the willies from handling a semi-automatic pistol, you need to go back to school! A gun is a gun is a gun; you need to be comfortable with picking one or another up at any given time. THAT is the definition of a professional gun handler. And THAT...
by Triggernosis
Tue Jan 05, 2010 2:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .45acp V. .357---Let's Settle This Once and For All
Replies: 93
Views: 4899

Re: .45acp V. .357---Let's Settle This Once and For All

For someone who is proficient with semi-automatic pistols, I pretty much agree with you. However, for someone who is not proficient with semi-automatic pistols, I disagree with you. Don't forget the .45ACP cal. revolver. Does everything a 1911 can do and is a good choice for a novice with little or...
by Triggernosis
Tue Jan 05, 2010 10:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any levergunners in the N.C. area?
Replies: 32
Views: 3406

Re: Any levergunners in the N.C. area?

Gosh, there's quite a few of us! Perhaps we should plan some sort of rendezvous sometime and do some shooting.

Any of y'all planning on going to the gun show in Raleigh next weekend? I hope to go and hunt up a new revolver.
by Triggernosis
Fri Jan 01, 2010 8:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is better, corn cob or walnut?
Replies: 42
Views: 2940

Re: What is better, corn cob or walnut?

Tutt, do you add that stuff to the walnut media?
by Triggernosis
Fri Jan 01, 2010 7:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning BLR
Replies: 40
Views: 159916

Re: Browning BLR

My sole hunting rifle (other than my .22's) is a Browning A-Bolt and I have an A-5 shotgun, so I'd say I'm a Browning man also. However, the A-Bolt is not very highly regarded amongst many rifle afficianados due to several issues: 1) metal injection molding of the receiver, 2) some have experience r...
by Triggernosis
Fri Jan 01, 2010 9:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any levergunners in the N.C. area?
Replies: 32
Views: 3406

Re: Any levergunners in the N.C. area?

Terry Murbach wrote:WELL I JUST WANTED TO JOIN IN AND BE A REAL UNRECONSTRUCTED CONFEDERATE.
Well, Terry, you're welcome in our neck of the woods any time.
by Triggernosis
Thu Dec 31, 2009 6:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Please tell me if I'm wrong re. dealer
Replies: 119
Views: 8623

Re: Please tell me if I'm wrong re. dealer

IMO opinion, which may not apply here, is that why should someone expect a dealer who owns a storefront operation and pays all the associated fees, insurance, state, local property and income taxes, etc., and not see any profit from a new firearm that he could order. Charging $25 is making a profit...
by Triggernosis
Thu Dec 31, 2009 1:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Please tell me if I'm wrong re. dealer
Replies: 119
Views: 8623

Re: Please tell me if I'm wrong re. dealer

I do not charge established customers for a transfer. I charge $25 for a transfer to a customer I've never met before. If that person makes any purchase at the time they pick up the gun I do not charge a transfer fee. That's the way it should be done right there. And folks like you are the kind of ...
by Triggernosis
Thu Dec 31, 2009 1:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any levergunners in the N.C. area?
Replies: 32
Views: 3406

Re: Any levergunners in the N.C. area?

Terry Murbach wrote:RAPID CITY...
Terry, I don't believe we have a Rapid City here in North Carolina...unless it's Charlotte... :lol:

You Carolina boys keep sounding off!
by Triggernosis
Thu Dec 31, 2009 8:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any levergunners in the N.C. area?
Replies: 32
Views: 3406

Any levergunners in the N.C. area?

..just wondering..
by Triggernosis
Thu Dec 31, 2009 8:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is better, corn cob or walnut?
Replies: 42
Views: 2940

Re: What is better, corn cob or walnut?

I use walnut purchased from PetsMart as bird cage litter. Squirt a little Meguire's #7 or #9 (whatever I grab first) car polish in it now and then.
by Triggernosis
Thu Dec 31, 2009 8:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning BLR
Replies: 40
Views: 159916

Re: Browning BLR

I'm thinking that necking DOWN the .308 to something like 7mm-08 would make better sense for most North American game.... :)
by Triggernosis
Wed Dec 30, 2009 8:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning BLR
Replies: 40
Views: 159916

Re: Browning BLR

What in the world are you guys shooting with a .358 ? :o
by Triggernosis
Mon Dec 21, 2009 12:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where to go in Mexico for meds?
Replies: 24
Views: 2923

Re: Where to go in Mexico for meds?

Charles gives excellent advise. While I haven't been to Nuevo Progresso, I did live in Arizona and used to run across the border at Nogales all the time for meds. and liquor. 99% of the time when I was crossing the border back into the U.S. all I had to do was say "I'm a U.S. citizen" and ...
by Triggernosis
Fri Dec 18, 2009 8:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rediscovering Leverguns.com
Replies: 18
Views: 1418

Re: Rediscovering Leverguns.com

Welcome back.

BTW, I sure wish I could play some sort of musical instrument. Can a 43 yr.-old learn to play anything?
by Triggernosis
Fri Dec 18, 2009 8:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Forgot how deadly the 243 is
Replies: 27
Views: 2755

Re: Forgot how deadly the 243 is

I've always wondered why the military didn't adopt the .243. bogie Because it'll burn up a barrel in a heartbeat. I got less than 1,000 rounds out of my .243 F-class rig before it had to be re-barreled. My gunsmith says most every .243 he's ever tinkered with (he specializes in building long-range ...
by Triggernosis
Thu Dec 17, 2009 9:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Primers at Widener's
Replies: 11
Views: 1606

Re: Primers at Widener's

I use the Wolf SRM primers exclusively in my .223 Service Rifle loads. The magnums aren't really "magnums" in the sense that we're used too (i.e hotter flame, etc.), but simply have a harder cup - perfect for the AR15 with its floating firing pin. The .223 primers are magnum primers.