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by BwanaDave
Mon Nov 08, 2010 11:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- New transmittable bird disease
Replies: 15
Views: 2165

Re: OT- New transmittable bird disease

Another reason to always keep someprotction handy.
by BwanaDave
Mon Nov 08, 2010 11:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Woes of the hunt - Win 94 30-30 was wrong equipment
Replies: 62
Views: 8525

Re: Woes of the hunt - Win 94 30-30 was wrong equipment

I have the XS ghost ring set up on my hog gun, a 45/70 Marlin. I like it so much I put an XS front sight on my 1895 Win 30-40. That one has an old Redfield peep on the rear. Works well. I always thought scopes on lever guns were like tits on a bull.
by BwanaDave
Mon Sep 20, 2010 10:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895 30US Model 1903
Replies: 8
Views: 1709

Re: 1895 30US Model 1903

Nice. Nothing that can't be corrected.
by BwanaDave
Sun Aug 29, 2010 11:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Just got my Chainsaw Mill
Replies: 13
Views: 8294

Re: OT - Just got my Chainsaw Mill

I have had ripping chains made from regular chains at saw shops for my stihl. I have been thinking about picking up an Alaskan Mill for years. My family has a long history with Granberg. He was a great guy, self made in Canadian logging camps. He sold the original company and the buyers drove it int...
by BwanaDave
Sat Aug 28, 2010 9:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Another Reason to Consider a CCW Permit
Replies: 21
Views: 3783

Re: OT - Another Reason to Consider a CCW Permit

I have permits in three states but I rarely carry concealled. When I am travelling I do as I am often camping in odd places where stuff could happen real fast. The main reason I have the permits is so I don't have to worry about in the car storage. I oten have a hand gun sitting on the seat next to ...
by BwanaDave
Sat Aug 28, 2010 9:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - book - Journal of a Trapper - Good Book!
Replies: 7
Views: 1369

Re: OT - book - Journal of a Trapper - Good Book!

I can visualize that:

As the latex glove is slipped on, "So, read any good books lately?"

"Elbows on the table now"
by BwanaDave
Sat Aug 28, 2010 9:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Mannlicher Schoenauer
Replies: 20
Views: 4112

Re: OT - Mannlicher Schoenauer

Very nice, you are a lucky man.
by BwanaDave
Sat Aug 14, 2010 1:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Some thoughts on shooting with iron sights
Replies: 55
Views: 6761

Re: Some thoughts on shooting with iron sights

Most of my rifles have iron sights. I really like the Ashley (XS) ghost rings and several wear them. I like the white line in the front sight for low light situations. My single shots have various apeture sights , Redfield, Parker Hale and Shaver Soule style. I had my eye doc make up some glasses ju...
by BwanaDave
Fri Aug 13, 2010 9:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: How To Know When It's Time To Shoot
Replies: 6
Views: 999

Re: OT: How To Know When It's Time To Shoot

Where's the lever?
by BwanaDave
Thu Aug 12, 2010 5:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Member here - HOWDY!
Replies: 32
Views: 3198

Re: New Member here - HOWDY!

Welcome. I am a 95 fan myself. Lots of good info here and good people too. And, well there are some others too, funny boys you know what I mean? Read some of Blaine's posts and you'll get the idea. :wink: :wink: Anyway is your 95 an original?

Dave
by BwanaDave
Sun Aug 08, 2010 7:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: What's The Worst Beer In The World??
Replies: 116
Views: 12243

Re: OT: What's The Worst Beer In The World??

Blaine, just remember it isn't beer if it has been through someone's body first.
by BwanaDave
Sun Aug 08, 2010 6:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Very OT: General Custer's Book Fascinating
Replies: 32
Views: 3768

Re: Very OT: General Custer's Book Fascinating

If you like social history read Askins' Unrepentent Sinner. got to love the guy.
by BwanaDave
Sun Aug 08, 2010 5:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Welcome sight-bobwhite
Replies: 15
Views: 1632

Re: OT- Welcome sight-bobwhite

That 8N does wonders on nests. If you have land try planting some quail friendly cover on the edge. QU has some good programs for land owners and it is fun too.
by BwanaDave
Sun Aug 08, 2010 5:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Texas Ranger with Win 95, Colt SAA & Gal-Leg Spurs.
Replies: 12
Views: 1672

Re: OT- Texas Ranger with Win 95, Colt SAA & Gal-Leg Spurs.

Back in the late 90s Collectors Firearms in Houston had a bunch of 95s from the Rangers. Like the dumb piece of fecal material I can be I didn't buy one when they were cheap.
by BwanaDave
Fri Aug 06, 2010 3:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Harley Davidson Moving?
Replies: 43
Views: 5045

Re: Harley Davidson Moving?

A sign of the times. I don't think they will ever be made in China. I just can't picture a Chinaman on a Harley. In fact I have never seen an ornamental on a Harley. That would be like a Republican driving a Subaru, a crime against nature. Wasn't the Rocket Three a BSA and the Triumph triple was a T...
by BwanaDave
Fri Aug 06, 2010 3:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Very OT: General Custer's Book Fascinating
Replies: 32
Views: 3768

Re: Very OT: General Custer's Book Fascinating

I recently read Custer's Plains book and enjoyed it greatly. I agree it is a good read.
by BwanaDave
Thu Jul 22, 2010 1:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: reproduction display rifle
Replies: 7
Views: 1288

Re: reproduction display rifle

"by state law if it ships to Cal or Kansas you have to buy a dislay shadow box for it too." That is the dumbest thing I ever heard. Think of it, our tax dollars are being spent so some moron(s) can make a dumd *** law like that. Boys, I hate to say it but said morons need to be neutered. L...
by BwanaDave
Thu Jul 22, 2010 1:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Guy lives in 89 square foot "house"
Replies: 40
Views: 5431

Re: OT Guy lives in 89 square foot "house"

Your right about those two guys!!!! From the looks of it they seem to have a lot of experience living in the closet. I don't think I'll ever look at grocery store baggers the same. I hope they wash their hands before handling my produce!!!! Lords knows where those hands have been or what they have b...
by BwanaDave
Thu Jul 22, 2010 1:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cody Museum
Replies: 11
Views: 1421

Cody Museum

I have been wandering around and I went through Cody last week. I stopped at the Cody firearms museum and all I have to say is WOW. Levergun Nirvana! They have TR's 1895 on display and more colts than you can imagine. Put it on youir bucket list.

Dave
by BwanaDave
Fri Jul 09, 2010 4:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Store comment on Marlin Express sales
Replies: 8
Views: 1811

Re: Store comment on Marlin Express sales

Dicks is worthless.
by BwanaDave
Fri Jul 09, 2010 4:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Which rifle/cartridge to take..?
Replies: 18
Views: 2364

Re: Which rifle/cartridge to take..?

The 270 is fine. Beside you can find ammo for it at any store. Where are you going? I hunt elk in New Mexico and Utah.

Dave
by BwanaDave
Mon Jun 21, 2010 3:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A "suspicious" box arrived this afternoon.
Replies: 41
Views: 4957

Re: A "suspicious" box arrived this afternoon.

You don't want that old thing. Tell you what, I'll give you one of those newer 94s with the push button safety and that special AE feature for it and then you can show your face at the range again. Don't worry I won't tell anyone about your misfortune.

Dave
by BwanaDave
Fri Jun 04, 2010 7:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What Do You Use For Targets?
Replies: 29
Views: 3601

Re: What Do You Use For Targets?

Plywood Zulus
by BwanaDave
Fri Jun 04, 2010 7:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: What's The Worst Beer In The World??
Replies: 116
Views: 12243

Re: OT: What's The Worst Beer In The World??

I think it was the one Blaine drank after it had been through my body. :lol:
by BwanaDave
Thu Jun 03, 2010 8:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Designing a new modern Lever gun ?
Replies: 89
Views: 10502

Re: Designing a new modern Lever gun ?

Jeeze guys, I am a bit stunned. I mean really how many of you would alter the Mona Lisa's smile. Some things reach their highest state as an art form and shouldn't be tampered with in a willy nilly fashion. Would you make a coach gun out of a Purdy? Before you know it you will be adding "improv...
by BwanaDave
Wed Jun 02, 2010 2:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Levergun vacation? your thought please!
Replies: 20
Views: 2978

Re: Levergun vacation? your thought please!

Heck, a few levergunners would be welcome anywhere along the border.
by BwanaDave
Sun May 30, 2010 8:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My Winter Stevens 44 project is complete
Replies: 10
Views: 1570

Re: My Winter Stevens 44 project is complete

Very nice, I am sitting on the fence right now on doing the same thing to a roller I have my eye on. You just pushed me closer to doing it.

Thanks

Dave
by BwanaDave
Sat May 29, 2010 1:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT--No Phone--No Internet--No TV
Replies: 27
Views: 2774

Re: OT--No Phone--No Internet--No TV

BBB is BS, don't waste your time with them. Verizon sucks but they do have the coverage. I have had a couple of go arounds with Verizon. I even switched to another provider, sprint, and the cover sucked. Face it, the have you over a barrel so you may as well smile and enjoy it.
by BwanaDave
Thu May 27, 2010 3:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT. Guys who travel, how would you handle this?
Replies: 12
Views: 1400

Re: OT. Guys who travel, how would you handle this?

Was it an AMERICAN owned and managed motel? Did it smell like curry?
by BwanaDave
Wed May 26, 2010 7:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Anyone Know This Guy ? ?
Replies: 15
Views: 2385

Re: OT: Anyone Know This Guy ? ?

Thats supper, well marinated and smoked
by BwanaDave
Wed May 26, 2010 7:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sort of OT: Anyone use a truck camper shell for travelling?
Replies: 16
Views: 1880

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

I have been using a little teardrop camper I made a few months back. I am in TN so I know about the heat and humidity. I go back and forth to my place in NM every couple of months. I welded up a mini wood burning stove for the winter and that works great. I don't have any AC so I am going to add a s...
by BwanaDave
Sun May 23, 2010 6:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Opinion on a big bore lever action and cartridge?
Replies: 38
Views: 5811

Re: Opinion on a big bore lever action and cartridge?

I have a model 1895 and buying the gun is just the start. You will need decent sites, look at the XS sights (formerly Ashley). Then the trigger sucks but that is an easy fix with a Wild West trigger, may as well order their ejector too. A fella named Ludwig makes a plug so you can get rid of the red...
by BwanaDave
Mon May 03, 2010 8:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 38/357 Snake shot handloads?
Replies: 37
Views: 4866

Re: 38/357 Snake shot handloads?

I hate snakes (particularly the two legged democrat type but I am talking about the other slithery type here). I shoot them every time I see one. Save the speech tree huggers you won't change my mind. I use the Speer shot caps with no 9 in my 45 Colt. One time I stepped on a four footer and I was ba...
by BwanaDave
Sat Mar 27, 2010 4:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Nash Buckingham’s Bo-Whoop brings $201,250
Replies: 8
Views: 962

Re: Nash Buckingham’s Bo-Whoop brings $201,250

There is what is called a bonifide purchaser for value which is someone who pays a fair price for an item with no knowledge of a question of title is entitled to keep it even if the true owner later surfaces. Personally I hope it does end up on display at a Bass Pro or Cabelas or a museum due to its...
by BwanaDave
Thu Mar 25, 2010 4:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How to get out of shopping with the wife
Replies: 13
Views: 1606

Re: How to get out of shopping with the wife

Mess your pants, works every time.
by BwanaDave
Fri Mar 19, 2010 10:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thoughts on donating my old/used clothing...
Replies: 18
Views: 2160

Re: Thoughts on donating my old/used clothing...

When Bill Clinton donated used clothing including used underwear and got a tax write off I started doing the same. I just wish I good donate the underwear to Congress and get a write off.
by BwanaDave
Fri Mar 19, 2010 5:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: quick review- 2 pairs of field boots
Replies: 6
Views: 849

Re: quick review- 2 pairs of field boots

Mine squeaked too. It drove me crazy, I was on a moose hunt and it was squeak squeak squeak like I was trying to call in mice.
by BwanaDave
Thu Mar 18, 2010 8:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: quick review- 2 pairs of field boots
Replies: 6
Views: 849

Re: quick review- 2 pairs of field boots

I'm a big Danner fan too. I was very disappointed with my one experience with Rocky's, I threw them away after one hunt and bought Danners. I put a lot of miles on them and I am on my second pair. They last me about ten years. I still have the old pair I leave them at my cabin since they are still u...
by BwanaDave
Thu Mar 18, 2010 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I finally got a 405 win in a 1895 Winchester
Replies: 30
Views: 3965

Re: I finally got a 405 win in a 1895 Winchester

I picked up an original in .30 US a couple of years ago after drooling after them for more than a decade. When I first got the itch I was working in Houston 3 days a week just a few blocks from Collectors. I spent my lunch hours there trying to keep my hand off my wallet. Back then they had racks of...
by BwanaDave
Tue Mar 16, 2010 5:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: What sight is on this Enfield?
Replies: 22
Views: 2130

Re: OT: What sight is on this Enfield?

I also have that Redfield sight on my original Win 1895 30 US and that is why I don't think the one in the picture is a Redfield. First off the knobs are different. The bend in the appeture base is a much larger radius and I suspect that is because it was pressed. The appeture doesn't look like it h...
by BwanaDave
Tue Mar 16, 2010 2:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: What sight is on this Enfield?
Replies: 22
Views: 2130

Re: OT: What sight is on this Enfield?

I'm 99% sure that isn't a Redfield, the construction is wrong. BSA purchased car loads of surplus arms and reworked them and sold them as new. There were many variations and I would bet this is one. The sight could be a Parker Hale or an Aussy product. If you look at the base, it looks like it wasn'...
by BwanaDave
Thu Mar 11, 2010 2:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Vintage Picture Of The Day.
Replies: 11
Views: 1581

Re: Vintage Picture Of The Day.

I think it is an Iver Johnson but it could be any of a hundred brands.
by BwanaDave
Thu Mar 11, 2010 2:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT coping with bad language.
Replies: 41
Views: 4136

Re: OT coping with bad language.

Salty language can come back and bite you. It is known to lead to tickle fights and other deviant conduct and contact. Beware.

Bwana
by BwanaDave
Mon Jan 11, 2010 2:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stolen guns, Dallas SCI show this past weekend...
Replies: 25
Views: 2206

Re: Stolen guns, Dallas SCI show this past weekend...

I can't believe something like that happened at a Safari Club gathering. The world has truly gone to Hell.

Dave
by BwanaDave
Thu Jan 07, 2010 9:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Oklahoma Mountain Lion....
Replies: 45
Views: 3213

Re: OT - Oklahoma Mountain Lion....

There is a good book called Borderland Jaguars that has many pictures of kitties in Az and Old Mexico if you are interested in cats other than Mt Lions. As to Mt Lions not being in Texas that is BS, they still have goverment hunters working in the Sanderson area. A Mt Lion was killed on the ranch I ...
by BwanaDave
Thu Jan 07, 2010 8:39 pm
Forum: Politics
Topic: A word to the wise - KEEP IN MIND WHEN POSTING
Replies: 40
Views: 62396

Re: A word to the wise - KEEP IN MIND WHEN POSTING

"my question is, what does everyone plan to do when they come to take you away?"

I'll probably just mess my pants. :oops:
by BwanaDave
Sun Aug 30, 2009 12:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Iver Johnson ..
Replies: 6
Views: 723

Re: Iver Johnson ..

I have an Iver Johnson single shot 12 gauge. My wife's stepfather had it with a bunch of antiques he was going to sell. I made him an offer on the whole pile and got it. Later I found out he didn't want to sell the gun since it was his first gun. I had no idea. I sent it off and had it "restore...
by BwanaDave
Sat Aug 29, 2009 3:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Witnessed a crime this morning .
Replies: 29
Views: 3385

Re: Witnessed a crime this morning .

I have bought a few guns from Cabelas and on used stuff they ask top dollar. However they have always negotiated the price down some when I have dealt with them. I also have a couple of Cabelas credit cards, one for business and one for personal expenses. I always use the accumulated points which br...
by BwanaDave
Thu Aug 27, 2009 12:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tools
Replies: 19
Views: 2524

Re: Tools

Tom you are right but if you disregard my advice you will have no shortage of junkers to work on. Tools are way cool. They are like guns in that you always regret parting with them at a later date.

Dave