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- Thu Jan 13, 2022 11:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: If you like Old S&W........
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1835
Re: If you like Old S&W........
I have one with almost all the nickel gone. Never shot it. I notice it will chamber Special and Magnums
- Mon Jan 10, 2022 8:47 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: A Good Hunter.......And Shot.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 945
Re: A Good Hunter.......And Shot.
If I got an invitation to an elk hunt, a 357 rifle would be near the end of the list of arms I would chose. In perspective though, the range was fairly short with a bullet designed for controlled expansion and penetration in game. It’s not like he just grabbed some random defense JHPs off the shelf....
- Sat Jan 08, 2022 4:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Y'all see the prices for the new Ruger Marlin on Gunbroker?
- Replies: 28
- Views: 2977
Re: Y'all see the prices for the new Ruger Marlin on Gunbroker?
Those prices aren’t relative to anything. A Ruger produced Marlin not worth $2000, or even $1500. You can get a Colt Python or Anaconda for $1500. Or a Supergrade M70. Or a high end Kimber bolt rifle or 1911. Ridiculous is right
- Sat Jan 08, 2022 9:16 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Your first (and I hope only) accidental discharge
- Replies: 17
- Views: 1866
Re: Your first (and I hope only) accidental discharge
I remember a decocking of a Colt 380 that sent a bullet safely to the ground in front of my target. Countless times with air guns seeing what it would do but nothing dangerous. The scariest was after dry firing a 45 Auto N frame. I loaded the revolver to put it away as my defense gun. Somehow the mu...
- Sat Jan 08, 2022 8:56 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: New S&W Pistol
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1349
Re: New S&W Pistol
So just another 9mm pistol claiming to be the latest and greatest. 🥱 The subcompact single action dedicated nine has been done before by Sig, Kimber, Springfield. Double stack micros have recently been done by many. This is a first pairing of both trends. This pistol reminds me of the Kimber Micro ...
- Fri Jan 07, 2022 5:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: New S&W Pistol
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1349
Re: New S&W Pistol
Hmm the way I like my autos, Cockable and lockable
- Fri Dec 31, 2021 5:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!
- Replies: 47
- Views: 4570
Re: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!
I’m amazed I bought a pre safety 444S this year for $400. Dirty consignment guns can be a real bargain sometimes.
- Mon Dec 27, 2021 11:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Prayers for my dad
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1344
Prayers for my dad
My dad was taken to the hospital after complaints of back pain and swollen feet and reports of dementia. He was admitted and looks like he has heart failure, renal disease, dementia, anemia and prostate issues. He is very confused, restless and sometimes agitated. It’s been very hard. He has been li...
- Sat Dec 25, 2021 10:40 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Winchester Model 70; .250-3000 made in 1948
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1917
Re: Winchester Model 70; .250-3000 made in 1948
That’s a beautiful rifle
- Sat Dec 25, 2021 10:35 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Interesting 9mm Cellphone...
- Replies: 2
- Views: 537
Re: Interesting 9mm Cellphone...
Pretty cool. Easy to hide and discreet if seen. I wonder how those grips feel under recoil though.
- Fri Dec 24, 2021 7:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: WW 210gr 44cal silvertips
- Replies: 8
- Views: 882
Re: WW 210gr 44cal silvertips
I believe that bullet was loaded in 44 special but I’m not certain
- Wed Dec 22, 2021 1:49 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!
- Replies: 47
- Views: 4570
Re: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!
The forward edges of the comb look weird like it was built with Legos. But otherwise a fine looking rifle. A lot of bolt actions won't group like that
- Mon Dec 13, 2021 10:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 30/06 govt.?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1003
Re: 30/06 govt.?
No the 30-06 was replaced by 7.62x51/308 Winchester for services rifles and machine guns long ago. It had a good run though from 1906 to the Vietnam era.
- Sat Dec 04, 2021 4:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: POLL ON 357 MAG
- Replies: 42
- Views: 7692
Re: POLL ON 357 MAG
A 3 to 4 inch barrel on whichever frame size suits you. I like S&W but am open to Colt, Kimber, and Ruger too. A 3 to 3 1/2 inch J frame or SP101 would be very handy and versatile. A larger frame gives you more shots than five if that’s important to you.
- Wed Dec 01, 2021 10:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Baldwin: " . . . I didn't pull the trigger."
- Replies: 62
- Views: 11012
Re: Baldwin: " . . . I didn't pull the trigger."
Yeah he should keep quiet. I was wrong in my defense of him earlier. I didn't know what the film making standards were for working with guns. I do know universal rules of gun safety but do not trust everyone else to. Turns out it is much more regimented than I though not only for armorers but the ta...
- Wed Dec 01, 2021 9:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Need new holsters or larger pockets
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2973
Re: Need new holsters or larger pockets
I love seeing beat up old guns made into something workable. Nice!
- Wed Dec 01, 2021 7:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How important is a forend cap screw?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1139
Re: How important is a forend cap screw?
So I found some scope mount screws I held on to and put in a torx head with a similar shank length. It seemed a wee bit tighter than the screw in the rifle but it drove in fine with a screwdriver and cinched up well. The head stands a little proud but it's not in the way and doesn't look bad. The he...
- Mon Nov 29, 2021 12:33 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 44 mag accuracy ??
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1155
Re: 44 mag accuracy ??
Same with most loads. Haven't seen anything yet I thought was terrible including 300s in my Marlin that many say won't stabilize. Seen a few groups around 1.5.
- Sat Nov 27, 2021 12:40 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Savage 99 rare caliber?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3131
Re: Savage 99 rare caliber?
3500? You have to be kidding me
- Fri Nov 26, 2021 2:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Replacing a Winchester 94 barrel
- Replies: 29
- Views: 4058
Re: Replacing a Winchester 94 barrel
Honestly if you have a rifle configuration the rebore is the best and most economical way to go. JES has a very good national reputation. You rifle would look the same except having a shiny new bore and a new chambering marking of course. If you have a carbine a replacement will work. Changing a rif...
- Fri Nov 26, 2021 2:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How important is a forend cap screw?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1139
Re: How important is a forend cap screw?
I have the stocks and mag off. The hanger is empty on the right. I should have some 6-48 screws tucked away somewhere to try. I’d rather have something in there. The hanger isn’t very tight in the dovetail. It seems cinching down on just one side wouldn’t be a good idea
- Fri Nov 26, 2021 1:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Savage 99 rare caliber?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3131
Re: Savage 99 rare caliber?
I don’t think it is that rare. I remember them being catalog items through much of the 80s. Probably way before
- Fri Nov 26, 2021 1:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Replacing a Winchester 94 barrel
- Replies: 29
- Views: 4058
Re: Replacing a Winchester 94 barrel
What if it is already a 38? His only option would be a rebarrel.
- Thu Nov 25, 2021 11:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How important is a forend cap screw?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1139
How important is a forend cap screw?
This summer I bought a Marlin 444 with a missing for-end cap screw. Now that I disassembled it to give a thorough cleaning (surface rust removal), it seems like having only one screw might affect the bedding relationship of the barrel and fore-end. Is it important to have a screw on each side? Where...
- Thu Nov 25, 2021 1:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 22/30 sabot?
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1748
Re: 22/30 sabot?
I think at some point in velocity and rotational force an unjacketed bullet may come apart in flight. I have read of this in very frangible varmints bullets at very high velocity. I think it's worth a try in your carbine though. I don't have high hopes in something like a 3006
- Thu Nov 25, 2021 12:44 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Win 94 1901 Octagon .38-55
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1187
Re: Win 94 1901 Octagon .38-55
He should enjoy it. I have seen much worse mods.
- Tue Nov 23, 2021 10:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Win 94 1901 Octagon .38-55
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1187
Re: Win 94 1901 Octagon .38-55
Yep. Aftermarket job for sure
- Tue Nov 23, 2021 1:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Win 94 1901 Octagon .38-55
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1187
Re: Win 94 1901 Octagon .38-55
There are members way more knowledgable than me on on this. But I think that is a special order rifle from the factory as in factory custom.
- Mon Nov 22, 2021 9:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Who's shooting the "Big Fifty", 348, 358, 375 Win?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1969
Re: Who's shooting the "Big Fifty", 348, 358, 375 Win?
I bought a 444 during this shortage. I guess I can wait it out
- Mon Nov 22, 2021 6:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 22/30 sabot?
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1748
Re: 22/30 sabot?
I don't see why it wouldn't work. A reduced load with trail boss in say a 30/30 or 308 might be interesting to pop off for a while. Like a cobbled up 22 mag in your deer rifle
- Mon Nov 22, 2021 6:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Need some load advice
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1329
Re: Need some load advice
Hornady lists their 180 lead FP with Unique 5.5-8.0 grains. 700-950 fps. Their 180 XTP stops at 7.5 for 900. This is in a 3" Bulldog. I would be very comfortable with 7-8 grains with your bullet in most any 44SP. I intend to load about 6 grains of Unique under soft 240s. Nothing fancy just a fa...
- Mon Nov 22, 2021 12:26 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The Decision To Open Carry In A Riot
- Replies: 17
- Views: 1943
Re: The Decision To Open Carry In A Riot
Exactly. I don't go to them. Summer 2020 there were incidents in Raleigh not far from where I work. I put a wonder nine with a uncle mikes belt and holster in my console and a SKS with multiple stripper clips in my trunk. If I had to leave my car due to unrest I was going to visibly and heavily arme...
- Mon Nov 22, 2021 12:17 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bore sight recommendations
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1675
Re: Bore sight recommendations
I peep down the bore if possible and center an object about 50 yards away and move my reticle to the center of said object. This will usually get you on paper at 100. With factory irons I don't bother and just shoot and adjust as needed as they should be reasonably close. If adding a peep I cowitnes...
- Sun Nov 21, 2021 1:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Said Good Bye for now to my best shooting partner
- Replies: 25
- Views: 2345
Re: Said Good Bye for now to my best shooting partner
Sorry for your loss. Hoping you find comfort soon.
- Fri Nov 12, 2021 5:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 30 cal jug test
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1412
Re: 30 cal jug test
My take away is that 30-30 load is impressive. That bullet not only went through a lot of water but expanded nicely. The 308 and 30-06 loads with the PP performed beautifully too but much less deeply. That same bullet about two or three hundred fps faster shucked out. That bullet was probably design...
- Fri Nov 05, 2021 3:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Something new from Springfield Armory
- Replies: 37
- Views: 3607
Re: Something new from Springfield Armory
Btw the HP was designed in the 30s as a 9x19 and is limited to cartridges of similar length. So no 38 Super, 9x23, 10mm or the like is coming. 30 Luger is possible and probably 22 TCM. Browning made 40 S&W and I wish I had gotten one. 357 Sig is possible. I have seen conversion uppers/mags in 22...
- Mon Oct 25, 2021 10:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Something new from Springfield Armory
- Replies: 37
- Views: 3607
Re: Something new from Springfield Armory
Quite a handsome rendition of the classiest gun ever designed for 9x19. I was expecting a higher MRSP as well. The upgrades are quite practical without detracting from the original look. A 13 shot 40 S&W would be the icing on the cake. And an extra 357 Sig barrel. Ok I will stop now
- Mon Oct 25, 2021 10:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Something new from Springfield Armory
- Replies: 37
- Views: 3607
Re: Something new from Springfield Armory
Quite a handsome rendition of the classiest gun ever designed for 9x19. I was expecting a higher MRSP as well. The upgrades are quite practical without detracting from the original look
- Sun Oct 24, 2021 11:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another "prop" gun killing
- Replies: 130
- Views: 11789
Re: Another "prop" gun killing
Doc, those stated policies do change things. I can't say whether the shot was intentional or not but definitely against those guidelines. However I do know that real guns are pointed at actors. How many times have you seen a muzzle poked into someone with a finger on the trigger? Maybe those shots u...
- Sat Oct 23, 2021 9:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Any of you guys have/ had one of the older S&W 4006,
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1877
Re: Any of you guys have/ had one of the older S&W 4006,
That’s the single stack? No but my mom has a Ladysmith 3913. A single stack 9 that is a pretty solid pistol
I like 40 also. My Firestar is a tiny pistol that delivers a thump. I like 45 acp better but I think 40 is a great police cartridge and a good choice for self defense.
I like 40 also. My Firestar is a tiny pistol that delivers a thump. I like 45 acp better but I think 40 is a great police cartridge and a good choice for self defense.
- Sat Oct 23, 2021 6:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another "prop" gun killing
- Replies: 130
- Views: 11789
Re: Another "prop" gun killing
But they have pointed guns at each other and the crew since the invention of film and probably stage before that which is worse because the audience is there. We actually see people point and sometimes shoot at each other with real guns in film and television. So the not pointing guns at people in n...
- Sat Oct 23, 2021 4:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 45-70 Penetration Test
- Replies: 18
- Views: 2270
Re: 45-70 Penetration Test
I had no idea those Remington loads ran 1600. I thought they were like 1300ish.
- Sat Oct 23, 2021 4:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another "prop" gun killing
- Replies: 130
- Views: 11789
Re: Another "prop" gun killing
I truly dislike this man mainly for his personality and behavior and oppose his political position. However I'm sure countless actors trust the prop masters to safeguard guns and many other potentially dangerous objects for their use without checking them. It is their job and not the talent's job to...
- Sun Oct 17, 2021 4:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Trail Boss
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1192
Re: Trail Boss
Yeah everything I have read on this powder seems to suggest it is safe in almost any case if filled just below the bullet base. It is basically a low pressure volume filler for moderate or reduced velocities. I think it is a poor choice for compression
- Sun Sep 12, 2021 11:28 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Case Flaring
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1075
Re: Case Flaring
Second that. Doesn’t take much but it is needed. You could probably use a 9mm or 357 flare die for the 348 with a gentle touch. A 41 and perhaps a 40,10mm, or 38wcf expander could work for the 405
- Tue Sep 07, 2021 6:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Dual caliber reloading
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1250
Re: Dual caliber reloading
FWIW Hornady makes or at least has made .356 bullets intended for 38 Super that might help. I agree chamber mouth honing may be beneficial or even necessary if you truly want to use a .357-.358 bullet. You maybe able to taper crimp revolver bullets from 110-140 grains. Of course no roll crimps since...
- Mon Sep 06, 2021 4:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Dual caliber reloading
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1250
Re: Dual caliber reloading
in that case I suggest going for larger bullets in 9x19 as practical. I'm pretty the the barrel is standard spec for 357/38 and probably a bit oversize for 9x19. Otoh I would probably load 357/38 for the Ruger and just shoot whatever 9mm I had for other pistols whether store bought or Hand loaded. i...
- Tue Aug 24, 2021 10:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Now that the statute of limitations has passed
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3302
Re: Now that the statute of limitations has passed
Never done it. 22 LR is legal in NC now during gun Season though. The state in recent years got rid of caliber and barrel length restrictions. My guess is they want more deer taken especially does. Myself I started with a single shot 20 gauge for everything. I dint get a deer til I was a teen shooti...
- Fri Aug 13, 2021 12:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: What is the value of Marlin Model 336 chambered in 30-30 Winchester with a Weaver 3-9 x40 Scope
- Replies: 5
- Views: 775
Re: What is the value of Marlin Model 336 chambered in 30-30 Winchester with a Weaver 3-9 x40 Scope
Not sure. If it helps I just bought a 444S with no safety and similar styling except mine has a forend cap instead of a band. Retail, very dirty with a little surface rust, no scope or mounts, an okay leather adjustable sling $400. Cleaned up nicely. Yours looks a bit nicer, the scope adds a bit, co...
- Sat Jul 17, 2021 8:01 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 44sp/44mag vs 44-40 lever in modern guns
- Replies: 25
- Views: 2877
Re: 44sp/44mag vs 44-40 lever in modern guns
Not sure it makes much difference at 200 gr. and 1000 fps or below. I think the special/magnum offer much more flexibility in weight and velocity but at the specs you listed either would do. The WCF may give an edge in reliability and smooth feeding being a bottleneck.