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Do any of you have one or more of these guns and if so how do you like them? I hear they are very reliable and shoot the 308 Winchester cartridge. Heavy too. Pricey too! Believe they are recoil operated. At least the 770 and SL7. If they are as heavy as the M-14 I used in the army--not interested. Don

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I don't think you'll care much for what I have on my BLR but I like it a lot. It's a Burris holographic sight with red dot. Not for 300 yd shooting (well for most of us) but sure keeps the gun light in weight and that red dot is a lot better than iron sights. Uses a battery and has to be turned on. ...

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Geobru,

Like Old Savage says: Nice pictures. Real nice. A very good example of what they call "honest wear" on that BLR of yours. I'm sure it's been well cared for. Your good experiences with that gun over so many years really shows!

Don

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Thanks for so many great responses to my questions. I have read that the cartridge did not score so good in terms of being potent in battle. "Light in the britches." Think that is a popular view of our military. HP, fragile bullets would help that problem a lot. When you think of this rifl...

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I've been through a lot of guns and cartridges. For most of my life I've avoided the 30 caliber except for the 30-30. Had several guns chambered for that cartridge and one at present. Guess I tried to avoid the "commonness" of the 30-06 and 308 to some extent. Now I think I made a mistake ...

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Mescalero wrote:110 gr. hollowpoints will make a believer of you.

Mescalero,

I'll bet that's right. Well, hey, they are moving considerably faster than a 357 mag handgun can push 110 grain bullet.

Could you give an example or two of how you come by your above statement?

Don

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Questions about the M1 Carbine and cartridge. 1. Which manufacturer of this gun is considered best? Winchester? I notice very high prices for those made by Winchester. 2. How reliable is this gun? I would guess, very reliable if made by one of the better manufacturers. 3. Can you get reliable cyclin...

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Loading with low density presents challenges that even a careful reloader (I like to think I am...), needs to be cognizant of and take appropriate measures to protect against. Amen to that, Griff! A couple of times when inspecting charged cases I have found a double charge. One of those, the case b...

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Load it hot with 400 gr bullets and report back.

One of the best guns ever made!

Don

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Seems to me a lot of guys think the 357 magnum is underpowered for deer, or at least larger deer. Ever consider what the guys shooting the 73 Winchester had for power? Not much and they got by just fine. I don't hunt much anymore. If I used the 357 I'd use 125 gr HP for more destruction DRT effect. ...

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BigSky56 wrote:I Like any of the Browning reproduction rifles and shotguns like the M86 M95 M71 M92 M42 etc. danny

BigSky,

You sure did tell the truth. Those guns are tops !

Don

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. The Crimson Trace (CT) lasers are nice, but @ 84 y.o. I'd be concerned about her ability to manipulate the slide. . Pete, She's always been a strong woman and she practices working the slide, etc. Doesn't matter much since she agrees with me, when confronted with an intruder there's no time for r...

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Thanks for all of your replies and Hobie thanks for the article. I see from the date of your article you haven't owned one for too long. I find if they are in good condition they are in the 7-800 dollar range. Should one of the best rim-fires cost as much as one of the best center-fires? I think so ...

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Yes, what you guys say is true. If the laser sight is sighted-in well, where it's pointed is where the bullet will hit---unless, you've got a real bad trigger pull or flinch. Another great advantage it gives you--and I stressed this with my aunt--is, when the intruder sees it on his chest you may no...

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Any of you have a Remington model 241? I'm wanting one. They are the same action as the Browning 22 auto but have a longer, adult size stock.

Amazes me how I have to go back in time so far to find what I think will be my favorite 22 auto.

Don

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Any of you ever have a problem with jamming when levering your BLR real fast? I have. 308 Win.

Don

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Be heading to the Bauer Gun Auction on Jan 1, 2014. Have some guns to sell and have to get them over to their place in Mattoon, Illinois in a few days. Not sure yet what I'm keeping and what I'm selling--well, with some of them. They are also having an auction Dec. 1, 2013 and I might go to it just ...

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Took my 84 year old aunt to a gun dealer recently and helped her buy a Glock 19 with Crimpson Trace Laser Sight. This sight is turned on by the web of your hand holding gun. Have not researched laser sights much but seems like Crimpson Trace may be the best or one of the best for a handgun. Agree? W...

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Looking for a really powerful, rechargeable, handheld spotlight. Any suggestions. One time I ordered a huge spotlight and it was not as powerful as a much smaller one I had. Also would like a smaller hand held flashlight or spotlight that would really blind an intruder in the middle of the night. Ra...

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from my experience in 30-30 & 35 rem the FTX bullets are not as tough a the interlock and I wouldnt use them on elk or bigger they open to fast and wont hold up to shoulder shots, might be ok if the animal was standing broadside but if you hit to far foreword you are in for a footrace. danny Th...

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Outstanding.

Good example of what a lot of kids could be doing as an aid to staying out of trouble. Not saying most could be this good but I know a lot of kids are missing out on something they'd
really enjoy--music and musical instruments, of one kind or another.

Don

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Hi Don, I didn't know the Hornady Leverevolution was available in .348. What seems to be the going price and who's carrying it? I went through all my ammo last week and have half a dozen extra boxes (more than I think I need!) of 200gr. Winchester Silvertips if you need some. Victor mod71alaska, Se...

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Wondering if the Hornady Leverevolution .348, 200 gr bullet is more explosive or penetrates less than the regular Hornady 200 gr .348? I'm sure the Leverevolution shoots a little flatter with its pointed tip but is that aspect really significant for this type of cartridge? Anyone here compared them?...

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My pump gun post seemed to interest a lot of you so I thought I'd try the semi-auto. I think we've covered semi-auto before--to one extent or another--but when you're old and forgetful............ I have a Remington model 1100, light weight in 20 ga. Put a slip-on pad on it to lengthen pull. 21"...

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1873 Winchester clone, short stroked ion a light recoiling cartridge (Cowboy 45 Special, 32 Mag, 38 Special , 44 Special) All ten cases still in the air when the tenth shot is fired.........now that's FAST! rbertalotto, That is fast ! Sure like to see that. "Short stroked?" You mean the g...

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Well respected lady. Read where she said she loved what she did. Enjoyed traveling and seeing different parts of the country. When she was in her prime the life of a country music artist was a lot different than now. No fancy buses, much, much less income. If you can imagine, I expect most of the co...

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We're always hearing how machined gun parts are better. I lean in that direction but I would say stamped, well done, is better than it's often thought to be. I would say there are some great guns with most or all stamped parts.

Your thoughts?

Don

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If you are talking about Diamond Valley Lake check the regs for boats as far as kayaks and small boats.They are finicky about what goes in the lake!I think they allow the sit in type kayaks only.The type you sit on top are banned there and at Lake Skinner also.Lake Hemet does'nt allow small craft a...

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all my rear apertures have a fine wire centering grid - what it really does is give you an astigmatism on the front blade until it's perfectly centered in the aperture. bulldog, Would it be possible for you to provide a picture of that rear sight with wire grid? Sounds interesting and never heard o...

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Fastdraw is dangerous ! I know from experience. Nearly shot my foot. I've seen some holsters made especially for fastdraw with a metal plate that would deflect the bullet if you shoot before gun clears holster. That, in itself, tells you it's probably something you shouldn't do. I think it's strictl...

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Would you need a safety on a gun if you always kept the cartridge or shell out of chamber until spotting game? I would say the safety is there to keep you safe while allowing for a round in the chamber for a quick shot. Too, disengaging safety is a lot easier, quicker and quieter than working the ac...

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I'm familiar with never carry a gun with a cartridge in the chamber until your ready to shoot or spot game but think there's an exception. The exception being if you're hunting by yourself I can't see any danger in carrying a gun with cartridge in the chamber and gun on safety or safety notch. I thi...

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Lots of good videos of fast shooting. Here's one that's a little different but very practical. This guy can shoot. It would be even more realistic if he'd start walking with hand off of gun, stop and then shoot. Starting with back to target would also be a good one. Big, bad bears come from all dire...

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I now live within 4 miles of one large lake/reservoir and about 21 miles from another. This got me to thinking about buying a boat for some fun on the water. More "boat fun" than fishing. Now I'm wondering about what kind of boat. Good exercise could be a part of my decision and that would...

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How fast can you make a lever-action gun spit-out it's bullets? (Be aware, pinched and cut fingers can result--I know.)

Are there any YouTube videos showing a guy shooting a lever gun real fast?

Then there's, fast AND accurate.

Your personal videos of fast levering are very welcome!

Don

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As many have said before--interesting project. Beyond my mechanical ability for sure.

I thought guns were Malamute's #1 interest but now I'm not so sure.

Don

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Maybe they oughta make one where the bottom of the lever nearly touches the ground. Then you could use your foot to work the action.
Maybe put a "toe hook" on it for people who don't wear shoes.

Don

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Griff, Thanks for your personal history regarding New Zealand. I've been there by way of Google Maps several times and will keep going back. Some really beautiful country there and it seems to me living there would be a little like going back in time. Big, green rolling hills and fields filled with ...

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Here's my AWA (American Western Arms) replica of the Colt SAA. No, it's not a Colt but you can't tell by look'in except for the lettering. Very close copy. http://i901.photobucket.com/albums/ac215/getitdone1/Donsdigital-first229193-1.jpg Also have a Glock model 19 and everytime I get to thinking abo...

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I'm surprised that several of you like the Winchester model 1300. I've always associated them with about the time Winchester decided to build'em cheap--around 1964. Tell me more about this gun. I'm always open to facts. If it's lighter--I like that. On all pumps I've always liked the older, smaller ...

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Well....with the reliability of the Browning type action and the more adult sized stocks I don't see how I can go wrong buying the Remington model 241.

Personally, I don't know of a more reliable 22 semi-auto than the Browning. If there is a 22 more reliable I'd like to know about it.

Don

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Yeah Pinky, I did forget the Mossberg 500 and know it's been pretty popular. How do some of you compare it to the bigger name pumps? I also forgot the Benneli and wonder how some of you like it? I also forgot Wards, etc.--intentionally. Don What`s with the pinky Donald :P I can't think of another p...

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Yeah Pinky, I did forget the Mossberg 500 and know it's been pretty popular. How do some of you compare it to the bigger name pumps?

I also forgot the Benneli and wonder how some of you like it?

I also forgot Wards, etc.--intentionally.

Don

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I don't know if there is a best but of the following which do you think is best, most reliable and easiest to pump? Winchester model 12 Remington model 870 Ithaca model 37 I can't think of another pump shotgun that deserves to be included with the above. Can you? From what I've seen over the years I...

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Shooting area in foothills not far from Hemet, CA--Forest Service requires you to call them any day you want to shoot. Some days they allow shooting only in the mornings. Some days--not at all. If we had their experience of fighting fires and knowing the danger and losses that can occur I expect mos...

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Fine man. Believe he has the right idea about funerals and burials. Seems like more people now are chosing to do the same.

Don

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Been looking at information on the internet pertaining to the old Remington model 241. Reason I'm interested in this model is I believe it has a longer buttstock than the Browning semi-auto it's very similar to and would think it would be just as reliable. I also like the older style rear sights, mo...

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Just finished my second read of the book, "Alaska Game Trails with a Master Guide." The master guide is Hal Waugh and he received Alaskan master guide license #1. Hal hunted many different species of big game but especially enjoyed hunting brown bears. His favorite bear gun was a Wincheste...

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Owen. Good idea! I've thought about the same. Is the plate common mild steel or a special, harder steel? How thick and what have you shot into it? I'm thinking when using a heavier plate I could weld it to the axle of a two wheeled cart with handles like on a wheel barrow. Roll it to distance wanted...

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I'll bet this will be of interest to a lot of people in this group. http://www.turnbullmfg.com/store.asp?pid=23195 Also: http://www.gunsamerica.com/938303469/Guns/Rifles/Browning-Rifles/Lever-Action/Browning_Model_71.htm Little over 4000 ME with most loads. If you put the .348 Winchester with Barnes...

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