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by 44shooter
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 :shock:
by 44shooter
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....
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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 ...
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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.
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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.
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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.
by 44shooter
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.
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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!
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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.
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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.
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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.
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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.
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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.
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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.
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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.
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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...
by 44shooter
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.