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by 3leggedturtle
Sun Aug 20, 2023 11:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rossi .45 Colt 92 rifle... and hot loads
Replies: 9
Views: 646

Re: Rossi .45 Colt 92 rifle... and hot loads

Pisgah wrote: Sun Aug 20, 2023 8:02 am Now that the experts have weighed in, my answer is --- yes.
So you agree with us..? I am honored
by 3leggedturtle
Sat Aug 19, 2023 1:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 25 Caliber Combos
Replies: 11
Views: 410

Re: 25 Caliber Combos

6 change subject, ut had a chance at 2 Remington 14 1/2 carbines in 38wcf at $8 n $850, aaarrggh charlie brown. Was hilite if life. Course misssed on 4 other for lack of $'s. 3leg
by 3leggedturtle
Sat Aug 19, 2023 12:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I`ve been a little owly
Replies: 14
Views: 570

Re: I`ve been a little owly

Pitchy, Great as ever. Had burrowing owls follow me andperform over 2 milesin Arkansas for me. Stoll makes me smile. Thanks bringing upgood memories. Todd
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Aug 18, 2023 11:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rossi .45 Colt 92 rifle... and hot loads
Replies: 9
Views: 646

Re: Rossi .45 Colt 92 rifle... and hot loads

I ran a Lee 255 RNFP at 1650fps! My shoulder gave out before the brass or rifle did. Great gun start loading and shooting and give yer thoughts. Todd you a great combo for woods loafing anywhere.
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Aug 18, 2023 11:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 25 Caliber Combos
Replies: 11
Views: 410

Re: 25 Caliber Combos

Gawd Six what beautiful wood you have.
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Jul 13, 2023 11:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My Rant ....
Replies: 11
Views: 470

Re: My Rant ....

Jim where do we sign and join on? No place to sign ... nothing to join. Just be you. We were created by the Creator to be creative. That requires us to be who we each uniquely are. Inquisitive. Searching. Not following the crowd. Thinking. Questioning. And importantly ... teaching and encouraging o...
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Jul 13, 2023 10:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My Rant ....
Replies: 11
Views: 470

Re: My Rant ....

Jim where do we sign and join on?
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Jul 13, 2023 10:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Modern 250 Savage
Replies: 23
Views: 970

Re: Modern 250 Savage

Ray, they would make a barrel in any configuration that was safe. I ordered 3 barrels from them in '05 n '06, they were a pleasure to deal with. Wished I had ordered a dozen more barrels from them. Was your barrel d+t'ed for iron sights? It cost a whole $12.50 then..! Todd/3leg
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Jul 13, 2023 9:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Modern 250 Savage
Replies: 23
Views: 970

Re: Modern 250 Savage

I wish I could find a reasonably oriced 25/45 upper. Thanks for posting ballistics. Ollogger have 18" lipseys 250 stainless Ruger bolt. Still jealous of your find.
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Jul 13, 2023 9:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Not political , just thinkin" ......
Replies: 7
Views: 427

Re: Not political , just thinkin" ......

I played his Rainbow Stew song for a yiunger guy.. It got me comparing the lyrics to tidays situation.
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Jul 13, 2023 8:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 410 fun.
Replies: 40
Views: 1292

Re: 410 fun.

Nath, was just bead sight. I'm hoping the KelTec KSG410 hit the distributers soon. Just got a S&W M&P 22 mag tiday. Hope it dont sell this weekend so I can run a few boxes thru it.
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Jul 06, 2023 8:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 410 fun.
Replies: 40
Views: 1292

Re: 410 fun.

Nath nave been buying selling and shooting the 8 and 9 shot from italy. They are liaded to full power. Out of aderringer they are stout. Even the 10" T/C Contender buck good. I really enjoy loading them with Triple 7.just sold an all black tactical 20" Mossberg. Thanks for the topic.
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Jul 05, 2023 9:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Leader Of The Packwood, WA Street Gang
Replies: 7
Views: 647

Re: Leader Of The Packwood, WA Street Gang

Cool Blaine, velvet looks great with the back lite. You spelled stoopid weong. 🥸
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Jun 15, 2023 10:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Keys
Replies: 12
Views: 601

Re: Keys

We just got a 2013 who`ed of thought it would come to this 50 years ago, it won`t along with a phone won`t be in my bug out bag. :roll: I bugged out and now i cant get back...! LOL pitchy thats so funny , you nade my night. I just got done..! watching a beautiful love story. The original Terminator
by 3leggedturtle
Sat Jun 10, 2023 11:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 14792

Re: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)

GM 👍👍
by 3leggedturtle
Sat Jun 10, 2023 11:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anybody shooting a Ruger LCR ?
Replies: 4
Views: 203

Re: Anybody shooting a Ruger LCR ?

38 lcr, ,9mm., 22lcr. Great guns, did what i needed within 20 yards.
by 3leggedturtle
Sat Jun 10, 2023 11:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So Proud Of My Daughter
Replies: 19
Views: 584

Re: So Proud Of My Daughter

Blaine, You are blessed.
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Jun 09, 2023 11:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Fire!!
Replies: 7
Views: 306

Re: Fire!!

That is great.
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Jun 09, 2023 11:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Not leverguns...
Replies: 21
Views: 878

Re: Not leverguns...

Hate to tell you this but i like single shot and evolvers as much as leverguns.
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Jun 09, 2023 11:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Grandpa's Model 70
Replies: 16
Views: 732

Re: Grandpa's Model 70

Bet when you open up the case the smell instantly bring you back.
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Jun 09, 2023 10:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 41 years
Replies: 31
Views: 876

Re: 41 years

Norma and Len... Congrats. Respect and admiration...! Todd
by 3leggedturtle
Wed May 10, 2023 9:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: would you pick a 357 pistol or a 45 colt for a gun fight
Replies: 48
Views: 2257

Re: would you pick a 357 pistol or a 45 colt for a gun fight

Wouldnt matter, I shoot both equally well. Which one do you shoot better or more accurately? Which one us mire familiar to you?
by 3leggedturtle
Wed May 10, 2023 9:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Here I sit all broken hearted...
Replies: 16
Views: 829

Re: Here I sit all broken hearted...

Had that happen with a Ford Ranger, only vehicle I couldnt shift without out clutch! Drove 95 home in 1st or 2nd gear in the winter cuz I had $4000 of stuff in bed. Fun times huh!..?
by 3leggedturtle
Wed May 10, 2023 8:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New AR10 and a trip to the range.
Replies: 4
Views: 295

Re: New AR10 and a trip to the range.

Nice did any mosquitoes distract you while there. Tokarev and Webley Enfields I regret never owning.
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Mar 26, 2023 10:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Long forgotten WWII history story.....
Replies: 9
Views: 605

Re: Long forgotten WWII history story.....

JN, howd yer winter go? Great story, I read alot about forgotten histry.. Thanks forsharing.
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Mar 26, 2023 10:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lunch time
Replies: 17
Views: 948

Re: Lunch time

BREAKING NEWS... A Northern zMinnesota manwas killed in a hate crime. The suspect "aka" BullWinkle the Moose claimed false advertizing triggered him....!
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Mar 26, 2023 9:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The extraordinary 410
Replies: 61
Views: 2657

Re: The extraordinary 410

G-M only people that use a 410 are the ones that know what they are doing..! A day with dogs snd being outside sounds really guud right now.
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Jun 02, 2022 10:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Short Lane 209 adapter.
Replies: 7
Views: 772

Re: Short Lane 209 adapter.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source= ... 3ATMno9XPJ

Heres another one that goes mire in depth. He has alot more videos too
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Jun 01, 2022 4:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Short Lane 209 adapter.
Replies: 7
Views: 772

Re: Short Lane 209 adapter.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sIjxJPB2Qms&autoplay=1 Heres one on the .410 209 muzzleloader adapter. He has other video along with Dave Canterbury. I sent wrong one give me a second. https://www.gunadapters.com/12-gauge-to-209-muzzle-loading-adapter-1/ https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sourc...
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Jun 01, 2022 4:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I've Written A Book
Replies: 7
Views: 684

Re: I've Written A Book

So does that mean the small things do add up? Is your book the full size or abbreviated version?
by 3leggedturtle
Thu May 19, 2022 9:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone still shooting handgun silhouette?
Replies: 25
Views: 1864

Re: Anyone still shooting handgun silhouette?

I spise you dont still have the 6.5TCU barrel? I never got to attend one. Is your range jib still going good?
by 3leggedturtle
Sat Apr 23, 2022 4:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Trip
Replies: 15
Views: 1191

Re: Range Trip

Nice time! I did a few motorcycle trips thru back roads of KY. Found some nice shops to stop at. Really wanted to do some shooting and camping but weather was getting bad. 30/30 is the last rifle and cartridge I'll part with. Thanks for pics and report.
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Apr 21, 2022 1:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SxS knowledgeable GK and others
Replies: 12
Views: 991

Re: SxS knowledgeable GK and others

Dat bee da 1! But the one at show had gorgeous wood and nicely cut checkering. I just want a beater, and now I havent seen one since February 2021 It's not kill, it's the thrill of the chase. Well according to Deep Purple :mrgreen:
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Apr 21, 2022 10:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SxS knowledgeable GK and others
Replies: 12
Views: 991

SxS knowledgeable GK and others

What kind of, material and build quality would a Rossi 20 gauge double from the 70's have? Is it a good daily shooter or just for casual use. Todd/3leg
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Apr 18, 2022 2:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: any 4Runners onboard?
Replies: 64
Views: 4225

Re: any 4Runners onboard?

Only comment I have is: Drive at night so its a little cooler.
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Apr 18, 2022 9:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who has shot this new Norma .22 ammo?
Replies: 7
Views: 901

Re: Who has shot this new Norma .22 ammo?

Bill, CCI has a similar round. Never shot it but heard not much good. I am impressed with the CCI 32 and 36gr Segmented ammo. I havent tried the Quiet Segmented yet at 700fps or so velocity to see how they perform. Maybe I'll do that sometime this week.
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Apr 17, 2022 9:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Making .22 Longs out of .22 Long Rifles?
Replies: 22
Views: 1988

Re: Making .22 Longs out of .22 Long Rifles?

North American Arms NAA.... makes and sells 30gr bullets fir there .22 cal blackpowder revolvers if you want to try thise.
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Apr 17, 2022 9:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Does anyone load heavy bullets in .44 Russian?
Replies: 9
Views: 940

Re: Does anyone load heavy bullets in .44 Russian?

Thanks for the link. I like the 130gr HP in .357 diameter. I have a Lyman book where the 44Magnum is the "newest-ist" cartridge shown. It has a 44 Russian load with 250gr with 6.0 Unique for 800fps. It is a MAX load so reduce accordingly, usually 10%..... Bullseye is listed as 3.0grs for 6...
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Apr 14, 2022 12:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question for those who know
Replies: 2
Views: 565

Re: Question for those who know

Well within "tolerances" 30/30's had either 1-10" or 1-12" twist. Thats less than 5% deviation. I'm sure there is few people that could explain it better than I did.
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Apr 14, 2022 9:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old Man Joe's Story
Replies: 7
Views: 772

Re: Old Man Joe's Story

Great read. I'm glad the dogs needed to go out fir 2nd time to I could have another cup of coffee and finish reading.... todd/3leg
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Apr 13, 2022 1:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "Science Saves Lives"
Replies: 8
Views: 774

Re: "Science Saves Lives"

:mrgreen: I never know what to expect from your posts. But they always make me smile or go hhmmm!
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Apr 10, 2022 4:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Flintlock fixed.
Replies: 12
Views: 1058

Re: Flintlock fixed.

I used to have one of these reproduction flintlock tinder lighters, apart from a 20: pound trigger pull it worked fine. Italian-Flintlock-Candle-Lighter-C1960.jpg Fit a barrel and with that candle you could go lamping with it John :lol: Never thought of that !..... :lol: Had to watch a video on it....
by 3leggedturtle
Sat Apr 09, 2022 4:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Flintlock fixed.
Replies: 12
Views: 1058

Re: Flintlock fixed.

Nath, do you or have you used the sparks from rifle to light charcloth or a fire?
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Apr 06, 2022 10:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tell me about your .44 Special
Replies: 37
Views: 3245

Re: Tell me about your .44 Special

Paul the 44 is great looking. What bullet weight and loads you using in it? I like it better than the Ruger Alaskan Redhawk. Todd/3leg
by 3leggedturtle
Tue Apr 05, 2022 9:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Now THIS is a big 45-70 revolver...for the Lady of the House...
Replies: 4
Views: 759

Re: Now THIS is a big 45-70 revolver...for the Lady of the House...

JimT wrote: Tue Apr 05, 2022 8:36 am Check out what this gal is carrying ... Start at 2:05

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTUxXb0HMZQ
Very educational Jim. Is her skirt considered a "Southwest" pattern? :mrgreen:
by 3leggedturtle
Tue Apr 05, 2022 6:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New-fangled [?] Triple-tube-magazine Tactical levergun...
Replies: 1
Views: 460

Re: New-fangled [?] Triple-tube-magazine Tactical levergun...

Thats great, there truly is not much new under the sun.
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Apr 04, 2022 2:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Abilene, TX, area?
Replies: 7
Views: 908

Re: Abilene, TX, area?

Bill, I could help you move in December or January! :mrgreen:
by 3leggedturtle
Sat Apr 02, 2022 5:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tula 66.
Replies: 17
Views: 1710

Re: Tula 66.

I bought a Baikal singleshot 12 gauge and finally got my 12 to 28 gauge adapters.

A friend has a Baikal 28 gauge SxS with double triggers but she refuses to sell it to me!
by 3leggedturtle
Sat Apr 02, 2022 5:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Solar battery chargers and other 'prepper' stuff
Replies: 38
Views: 3100

Re: Solar battery chargers and other 'prepper' stuff

piller wrote: Thu Mar 31, 2022 4:14 pm I think it is too underpowered for my needs.
What if you didnt use the 4 coffee makers! :P
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Mar 27, 2022 9:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tula 66.
Replies: 17
Views: 1710

Re: Tula 66.

Thought Tula only made steel cased ammo! :P What year was it made