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by CowboyTutt
Mon Jan 28, 2008 10:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Bush's Tax Cuts? Trying to understand it?
Replies: 33
Views: 5161

Phil, I think you brought up some interesting points. Joe reminded me of something though. Phil, I think your overlooking the "distribution of wealth" of your Republican "trickle down" theory. Mainly, the rich do indeed get richer, and the poor get poorer. When I was in college (...
by CowboyTutt
Mon Jan 28, 2008 9:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old eyes, New Glasses, 25-20 levergun (photos)
Replies: 20
Views: 3247

Kirk, a very nice range report! I share some of your vision difficulties, and recently got some new glasses as well. They do seem to help some, but not a lot. That is one beautiful rifle, Pard. I don't know piq squat about that cartridge, so I'm no help there. I shoot big holes so they are easier to...
by CowboyTutt
Mon Jan 28, 2008 8:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT'ish - Top ten movie guns
Replies: 33
Views: 6825

+1 for Chuck Conners!

Wasn't there a film recenty with Mark Wahlberg and a 50 BMG? I only saw parts of it, but it looked pretty cool!

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Mon Jan 28, 2008 8:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24770

Wow, 10! Thats great! I'm leaning towards camping there again just to hang-out with the rest of you.

How many who might be interested in camping? Last I checked, it was just me and J.Reed?

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 27, 2008 10:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Mauser
Replies: 17
Views: 3095

I respectfully have to disagree with my friend J.R. about the Remington being "close" to original as they did change the design for cost reasons. The Winchesters-well, you can't go wrong with a Model 70! :D I just checked Remington's website for their 798 rifles. This is what I got: "...
by CowboyTutt
Sat Jan 26, 2008 10:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Got my oldest sixgun lettered this week (with photos)
Replies: 23
Views: 3426

I was thinking a "max load" 45 Schofield might do, OS! Some of the load data is pretty good! :lol:

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sat Jan 26, 2008 9:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Got my oldest sixgun lettered this week (with photos)
Replies: 23
Views: 3426

Kirk, as someone new to antique firearms, I have to agree that a REAL antique gun really exceeds a new firearm in character. There is, in fact, no comparison. Old guns just ooze character in a way that can never be duplicated by a repro. Each one is unique. Good on you, Brother. I have to say, I've ...
by CowboyTutt
Sat Jan 26, 2008 9:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Hillary vs McCain
Replies: 50
Views: 7481

I think our own "Nate" aka Steve has the most accurate view of the "big picture" here. Personally, I think McCain is the most dangerous of all, as he seems to not care what his party is doing. He's too much of a wild card. Romney will at least tow the party line, as he is a polit...
by CowboyTutt
Wed Jan 23, 2008 12:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Range report - Uberti Lightning revolver (lots of pics)
Replies: 13
Views: 2184

There's truly only ONE SAA, my friend, and that's your Colt! :lol:

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Tue Jan 22, 2008 11:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old 3120
Replies: 27
Views: 3748

Hey guys, sorry to drag up an old thread, but I spoke to Mic McPherson tonight, and his insights were interesting enough to post. First off, the Model 71/84 has a very long lock time. The striker is HUGE and moves slowly. I've seen cutaway pics, and would have to agree. Secondly, just like Scott T. ...
by CowboyTutt
Tue Jan 22, 2008 11:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Range report - Uberti Lightning revolver (lots of pics)
Replies: 13
Views: 2184

Ysabel, you are a class act my friend, and a GREAT Dad! I'm a camping fool who moonlights as an educational psychologist in public ed, and I sure wish we had more parents like you!

Well done, buddy!

Darn you for that lovely SAA pic, though! Ug! I want one!!!

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Tue Jan 22, 2008 11:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24770

It occured to me that we still have some work to do on this event to "lock it in". Sobenk, it looks like we have a date and attendees, and you seem to be the range contact guy. Can you reserve the range for Sunday for us? I mean CALL THEM, and report back with what they need to know? I mea...
by CowboyTutt
Tue Jan 22, 2008 11:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The 1894 Cowboy at 100 yds.
Replies: 11
Views: 2401

OS, nice pics of the range and your rifles. I have to admit I'm always impressed on how you chart EACH AND EVERY SHOT you make for velocity etc. You are a true scientist! :lol: I gotta start doing that. Funny how both rifles behave so differently with the same ammo? Wow!

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Tue Jan 22, 2008 9:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - FRED AIN'T QUITTIN' YET
Replies: 21
Views: 3618

I have to agree with Jazman. I don't think his heart was ever in it. He didn't have the stomach for serious campainging or debates. Not the man you want for President, although I had high hopes!

Bummer.

:cry:

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Mon Jan 21, 2008 11:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gun alert henry big boy
Replies: 28
Views: 4425

Yep, its downside up! :lol: :roll: What a maroooon! Thanks for the laugh!

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Mon Jan 21, 2008 11:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24770

Wow, I have to say that looks neat. I've traditionally stayed away from shooting ranges because I liked being outdoors in a more natural surrounding and without so many people or regulations. I'm starting to see that I've been missing out. On the other hand, the range closest to me (Metcalf in San J...
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 11:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old 3120
Replies: 27
Views: 3748

45-70-, don't worry. I won't be shooting it. Ever. I got it for 50 bucks which is what the seller paid for it. But I'm sure it will go up in value.

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 11:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Lightning Pump Action Question
Replies: 19
Views: 5594

I find it hard to believe that the CAS circuit caused the manufacture of this rifle to cease because it was too authentic? What are you saying? More likely, Taurus was getting so many complaints about the reliability of the rifle, it was no longer worth the headache for them to make it. If you guys ...
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 11:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old 3120
Replies: 27
Views: 3748

Kirk, thanks for asking. Original velocities were 1425 in the 71/84, slightly higher in the original Model 71, based upon the articles I have. Being smokeless, these loads have the same velocity as the original PP BP loads, but with a gentler, much slower pressure curve than Black. I've read some pr...
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 10:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pig Hunting Question
Replies: 5
Views: 913

Pig Hunting Question

Guys, my friend, who is an experienced hunter, and myself were originally planning to go pig hunting early tomorrow morning. We have some weather coming in, and it might be raining. It is an unusually cold storm, and the snow level is supposed to hit 1500 ft here in locally. While I don't know his w...
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 9:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old 3120
Replies: 27
Views: 3748

JR, the load is 28 grains of IMR 4198 using an RCBS bullet that casts at 398 grains. Actually, these cartridges were given to me by Prof. Loudenboomer since we weren't able to go shoot it when I visited him over the holidays. He sure is a nice guy. If you missed the thread, here it was: http://lever...
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 9:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Great day at the silhouette range
Replies: 8
Views: 1441

Well, at the cost of exposing my ignorance, how big is the ram, and how far away? I will need to make something up to practice on! :lol:

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 9:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The 50 Alaskan is a real headache!
Replies: 41
Views: 6598

86er, OUCH! I used to want to have Mic McPherson make me an '86 in 510 Kodiak Express, but now I'm thinking that's not such a good idea. Could the drop in the butt stock of a levergun be too much for these type of cartridges?

Hope that heals fast!

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 6:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old 3120
Replies: 27
Views: 3748

I think your familiar with it, JR. Its my 71/84 Mauser in 11mm I've been talking about so much of lately. I'm planning on bringing it down in March. Hopefully, by then I will be able to shoot it well. I did talk to Prof. Loundenboomer today, and he indicated that the rifles are probably not very acc...
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 5:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Lightning Pump Action Question
Replies: 19
Views: 5594

Guys, isn't this the rifle that our own Steve Young had so many problems with that Taurus no longer even makes them? I could swear it is. I would go easy "putting it through its paces" because you might have a very broken gun, and Taurus' warrenty service doesn't seem so hot anymore. -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 2:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old 3120
Replies: 27
Views: 3748

Holy smokes. After looking at my own picture, I see that the sight is marked with a line, a cartouche, and the number 20! I just put it under a magnifying glass, and the top of the triangle is in fact flat, but is ever so slightly rounded from wear and a small spot of the bluing worn off. I may have...
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 2:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old 3120
Replies: 27
Views: 3748

Old Savage, thanks for reminding me. It was a good day all around! The new fiber optic front sight on the CZ seemed to work well yesterday. I'm pleased. :D Here are pics of the front sight of Old 3120. It sure is a well made unit. I'm not sure what sort of replacement front sight could be made as it...
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 1:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Toronto Mayor Renews Call For Handgun Ban
Replies: 12
Views: 2265

Kirk, a good follow-up post. I have another forum friend from Canada who has educated me in some of the difficulties of owning a handgun up there. Glad your new PM supports you guys.

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 12:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 357 Marlin Cowboy to the range today (Target pic added)
Replies: 17
Views: 3054

Sounds like you got a winner, OS!

Good looking rifle to boot!

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sun Jan 20, 2008 12:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old 3120
Replies: 27
Views: 3748

I think Old Savage would really like this rifle. It has recoil, but not enough to hurt you. You could shoot it all day, and not be sore. A very fun gun if the sights and ranges can be worked out!

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sat Jan 19, 2008 11:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1886 converted to 450 Alaskan
Replies: 8
Views: 2096

I think that pawnshop owner is on some serious medication. :roll:

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sat Jan 19, 2008 11:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dave's stock refinishing adventure
Replies: 13
Views: 2443

Nice job, Dave! I've never like "marshield" either.

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sat Jan 19, 2008 10:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old 3120
Replies: 27
Views: 3748

I'm thinking of sending the front sight to Dave Clements. He has everything from "gold bar" front sights to "night sights" for revolvers. I suspect he could custom make me something that would work.

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sat Jan 19, 2008 10:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old 3120
Replies: 27
Views: 3748

FW, thanks for posting my pics for me!


-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sat Jan 19, 2008 10:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old 3120
Replies: 27
Views: 3748

Range Report: Old 3120

Got to shoot "Old 3120" for the first time today. Made the drive out to BLM land an hour from my house. I found a lane that was good to about 250 yards if I needed it. All ranges were verified by a rangefinder I borrowed from a friend. It was a beautiful Ca winter day, with the temp about ...
by CowboyTutt
Fri Jan 18, 2008 10:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Good week playing with guns USMC style
Replies: 19
Views: 2653

Wow, I just might do that! I was only joking, but one must not look a gift Obi Wan...well, you know. :D

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Fri Jan 18, 2008 9:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Who is Barack Obama
Replies: 9
Views: 1696

Personally, I think he has a lot more ethics than Hillary.

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Fri Jan 18, 2008 8:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Good week playing with guns USMC style
Replies: 19
Views: 2653

Teach me, oh Obi Wan! Help me to feel the force at the Leverguns reunion! :lol:

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Thu Jan 17, 2008 10:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24770

So I have heard, and I have a 121 year old rifle ready for it and paper patched bullets should I feel so inclined! :)

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Thu Jan 17, 2008 8:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24770

JReed, I've never shot Black Powder before, so while I'm really looking forward to shooting my own guns, I would really like to try your CB pistol and maybe your ML too!

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Thu Jan 17, 2008 6:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24770

I just spoke to Prof. Loudenboomer. He's pretty sure the rams at the 600 yrd. range are "full size". At least, they appear to be so to the naked eye, and he can hit them some of the time with iron sights.

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Thu Jan 17, 2008 1:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ideal short rifle?
Replies: 35
Views: 6477

While I hate to be the one to ruffle feathers here, my "short action" BLR in 358 Win can still shoot 357 bullets at reduced velocities, as well as shoot the "full zoot" 358 Win loads. It also balences extremely well, as Old Savage can attest to. I have a Puma 454 levergun with th...
by CowboyTutt
Thu Jan 17, 2008 12:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24770

'71 Fan, without looking at a map, its hard to say, but I can make it from South Orange County to where Prof. Loudenboomer lives in an hour, and the range is less than that. So, I'm guessing less than one hour from W. Glendale.

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Thu Jan 17, 2008 12:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24770

Actually, when the weather gets cold, I prefer a good sippin' whiskey like my spirtual brother, Mike D.! :lol: Wishing he could attend, but he already told me he couldn't because he will be in the middle of his chemo-therapy treatments. :( Please plan on drinking a toast to my buddy who wanted to at...
by CowboyTutt
Thu Jan 17, 2008 12:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24770

And the more people that want to join in, the better! :lol:

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Thu Jan 17, 2008 12:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24770

JReed, my tent is free-standing, and will set up OK on concrete as well if need be. I just have to weight or tie down the corners in case it gets windy. Cooking-wise, all we need is a BBQ or fire pit at the site. I have a grill that will cover the latter so we can cook off of it. Whatever you guys w...
by CowboyTutt
Wed Jan 16, 2008 10:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Ukiah, CA-the Scoop
Replies: 15
Views: 2304

Poohgyr, we had a sheriff special agent come to my basic hunting safety course, and yes, these guys can get very, very dangerous. :evil: I will do some checking before hiking and exploring in that part of CA, thats for sure. One idea I was mulling around was alternating the CA Levergunner's Family R...
by CowboyTutt
Wed Jan 16, 2008 10:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24770

JReed, were you thinking of tent camping, or RV-trailor camping? The range is not particularly tent camping friendly, but I'm sure we could find someplace nearby that is. A blazing fire sounds good in the L.A. High Country. :P Maybe you can let me know well in advance, because right now, I'm the onl...
by CowboyTutt
Wed Jan 16, 2008 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Ukiah, CA-the Scoop
Replies: 15
Views: 2304

I spoke to the local gunmith in Ukiah this morning. He was an ol' timer at age 74, and new the shooting opportunities well. He said Ukiah is one of the most gun friendly towns in Northern Ca, that Mendicino County has a "right to carry", and that concealed carry permits are pretty easy to ...
by CowboyTutt
Wed Jan 16, 2008 11:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Ukiah, CA-the Scoop
Replies: 15
Views: 2304

They apparently have a local gunsmith and gun club. A good sign! Will call them later.

-Tutt

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