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by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 22, 2009 6:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-I guess I joined the 3-screw club today..Photo added..
Replies: 16
Views: 1092

Re: OT-I guess I joined the 3-screw club today..Photo added..

Since we're putting up OM photos...


Here's my .44 worked over by Bowen Classic Arms.

Image


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 22, 2009 5:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: testimonial
Replies: 10
Views: 901

Re: testimonial

Thanks to you too!

Model 66 barrel was waithing for me when I got home yesterday.


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sat Mar 21, 2009 6:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: It ain't a levergun but it'll do
Replies: 17
Views: 1788

Re: It ain't a levergun but it'll do

marlinman93 wrote:That's a very neat gun! I love those old Rem. centerfire pumps! Especially in pistol calibers!

Ditto!!

jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sat Mar 21, 2009 6:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Which two of the three would you keep?
Replies: 23
Views: 2362

Re: Which two of the three would you keep?

Number 2 for sure.

That Marauder's and those new Davidson's tappers are cool and will be worth much more .

Spikehorns are fairly common around here. Haven't seen a Marauder in ten years.


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Fri Mar 20, 2009 4:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My Winchester Deluxe 1894 lettered.....BIG TIME
Replies: 15
Views: 1422

Re: My Winchester Deluxe 1894 lettered.....BIG TIME

Wow!!
What a TROPHY!!


jb :mrgreen:
by 2ndovc
Fri Mar 20, 2009 1:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Colt Pythons
Replies: 33
Views: 3526

Re: OT: Colt Pythons

Pete Those are Sweet!


I had a 4" for a short time. Great shooter but I had bought it cheap and then need the cash.
Wish I still had it!


jb
by 2ndovc
Fri Mar 20, 2009 11:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Hunter is Borned
Replies: 21
Views: 2010

Re: A Hunter is Borned

I remeber I blasted a nuthatch with my .410 in front of my Dad. Didn't see any guns for the rest of the summer.

Migratory birds in most parts of the country are protected.

Turn him loose on the blackbirds and crows.. Those are good sport.


jb
by 2ndovc
Thu Mar 19, 2009 12:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My father did finally die
Replies: 40
Views: 4318

Re: My father did finally die

Very sorry Bruce.
Glad you had a few days with him before it happened.



jason
by 2ndovc
Thu Mar 19, 2009 7:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need some prayers-second update-great news
Replies: 35
Views: 2383

Re: Need some prayers-update

Best wishes!
by 2ndovc
Wed Mar 18, 2009 3:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ot: mortgage payments
Replies: 12
Views: 1171

Re: ot: mortgage payments

It can happen quite easily especially with these MegaBanks that we have now. Couple years ago when I was struggling along with a small business that I should have gotten out of years before, I got behind on my mortgage payments. The local bank that has the main mort. worked with me and let me get ca...
by 2ndovc
Wed Mar 18, 2009 9:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time
Replies: 27
Views: 2617

Re: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time

Thank you. I get up there as much as I can. It's not as secluded as it used to be. Same problem as the rest of the world. Too many people with more money than sense.

Still I wouldn't part with it for the world.

jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Wed Mar 18, 2009 9:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'm running of westerns to watch....need suggestions..
Replies: 48
Views: 3785

Re: I'm running of westerns to watch....need suggestions..

"The Professionals" with Lee Marvin, Burt Lancaster, Claudia Cardinale and Jack Palance. One of my Favorites. Another vote for " Once Upon a Time in the West" The HBO movie "Rough Riders" was pretty good. I thought Tom Berenger played a pretty good T.R. Not exactly a we...
by 2ndovc
Tue Mar 17, 2009 11:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hey! What happened to that little furball I brought home?
Replies: 23
Views: 1777

Re: Hey! What happened to that little furball I brought home?

OJ I never get tired of those monster dogs!

Our Great Dane Lucy just turned two this month.
Here's the day we picked her up.
Image

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jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Tue Mar 17, 2009 6:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hey! What happened to that little furball I brought home?
Replies: 23
Views: 1777

Re: Hey! What happened to that little furball I brought home?

awp101 wrote:deerwhacker, does the phrase "Too darn smart for his own good!" mean anything? :lol:

Mama was a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and Daddy was an International Playboy. We suspect Border Collie.
AKA " Sneaky Neighbor Dog" :D

Looks like a happy dog!

jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Mon Mar 16, 2009 7:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time
Replies: 27
Views: 2617

Re: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time

Jason, I'm off the Jeep kick now.---------Lets talk about that Socom. Hows it shoot? Group decent? I have been considering one but am mixed between the regular M1A and the Socom. I hear the shorties don't shoot that great.----------Sixgun I had two M14s. An Armscorp National Match and this one. Hon...
by 2ndovc
Mon Mar 16, 2009 7:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time
Replies: 27
Views: 2617

Re: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time

I know :oops: When the Durango is paid off next September I get the Jeep and Blondie gets the new wheels. What ever that might be( she's been hinting Benz :o ). We'll see. Anyway. As soon as that sucker's mine it's really gonna get a work over! I wanted to turn the Durango into a Safari Truck but no...
by 2ndovc
Mon Mar 16, 2009 5:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New face from the PNW
Replies: 27
Views: 2544

Re: New face from the PNW

Seems to be a lot of fellows on here from that area.

Welcome aboard!

jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Mon Mar 16, 2009 5:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time
Replies: 27
Views: 2617

Re: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time

THAT is my idea of a most relaxing time spent. It really don't get any better. No boss, no "other half", your best buddy is there, solitude--no nosy or boring people to irk you, your Jeep :D , and last but not least, your "iron buddies" and their "food" :D -----------S...
by 2ndovc
Mon Mar 16, 2009 7:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time
Replies: 27
Views: 2617

Re: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time

Hey Jay,

I was wishing I had some grey spray paint. Would have been even better camo for up there this time of year!

But I still would have seen ya! :D

jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 15, 2009 7:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Looking for a new reloading manual
Replies: 10
Views: 618

Re: Looking for a new reloading manual

Can't have too many.

I have three of the Lyman manuals and still use them all.
I added the Speer manual to my shelf last fall.
Still need the Hornady. Only one I don't have and
probably shoot more of their bullets than
anyone else's.

jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 15, 2009 6:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time
Replies: 27
Views: 2617

Re: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time

Poohgyrr wrote:Sounds like a great time with getting out of town, the fresh air, the woods, and shooting. Thanks for sharing and scratch your girl behind her ears for us.

She's just happy to be home and warm!
:D
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 15, 2009 5:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time
Replies: 27
Views: 2617

Re: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time

Great report and I love that cabin. Looks like the gun rack is full too! blessings. Thanks Mike, It was built in 1924 and my Dad bought it in '67, year I was born. Probably my favorite place in the world! Here's a better picture of the rifle rack. http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q128/2ndovc/100_...
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 15, 2009 5:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 35 Rem for Elk??
Replies: 17
Views: 2411

Re: 35 Rem for Elk??

I just started shooting the .35 Rem.
Been really pleased with the accuracy and
pleasant shooting characteristics of the round.
I can't wait to connect with something with it!


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 15, 2009 4:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time
Replies: 27
Views: 2617

Re: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time

Sounds like a great weekend 8) .The 577 enfield must have been a war trophy.Bama boy's weapon of choice for them blue belly yanks. :lol: Nice pics. :D i know but I think it would make a great saddle carbine! I'll have to get some photos of my Ohio marked Harper's Ferry Musket. That one's been hangi...
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 15, 2009 4:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another Temptation. Just what I don't need now!
Replies: 8
Views: 695

Re: Another Temptation. Just what I don't need now!

For six bills it better be almost new in the box!

I've bought and sole several three screw .357s. Nice revolvers
but always seem to be the first to go when I need tradin' or gun money.

jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 15, 2009 4:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 4 Weeks, 4 Days & Countin'...
Replies: 52
Views: 5159

Re: OT - Day 2 down! Now I could Stand Some Prayers

Give it He__ ! Nasty haibit anyway!


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 15, 2009 4:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time
Replies: 27
Views: 2617

Got in some Shootin' and Cabin time

Made a quick, and early, trip up to my cabin in Allegheny Mtns. in PA. http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q128/2ndovc/100_4146.jpg Was a spur of the moment and poorly planned trip but got in a good day shooting. First forgot to have the propane tanks filled :oops: Had about four hours of heat before...
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 15, 2009 3:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ok here's another
Replies: 4
Views: 477

Re: ok here's another

Photos aside. That looks like a really sharp Winchester.

I never thought of stripping that nasty finish off the reciever.
I passed up on a beat up T.R. ( if I remember right) because of the
tacky nickle finish on the receiver. Have to keep that in mind.


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 15, 2009 3:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ranch report-success!
Replies: 27
Views: 1844

Re: Ranch report-success!

NICE!!

jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 15, 2009 8:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Brought the BEARCAT Home Today
Replies: 16
Views: 1022

Re: OT: Brought the BEARCAT Home Today

I've been looking at those little Bearcats forever. I think I'm just going to have to break down and buy one.

I have one of those Cobras in .38 spl.. Not bad little guns for $100.

Nice bunch of .22s Ed.


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Thu Mar 12, 2009 2:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: levergun love
Replies: 20
Views: 1253

Re: levergun love

COOL!


:D
by 2ndovc
Wed Mar 11, 2009 7:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ot Abbie & Meredith
Replies: 9
Views: 1157

Re: ot Abbie & Meredith

What a great story!!
by 2ndovc
Tue Mar 10, 2009 6:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Huntin' , shootin' & fishin' after a hip replacement?
Replies: 15
Views: 1424

Re: Huntin' , shootin' & fishin' after a hip replacement?

Good Luck and best wishes for a speedy recovery!!

I can see one of those in my future. A couple bad accidents and other abuse and
I'm already in trouble.

jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Tue Mar 10, 2009 6:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT But a new to me non-lever
Replies: 10
Views: 1189

Re: OT But a new to me non-lever

Amazinly accurate pistols. Uses the same roller lock principle as the German G3. Real pain to remove the barrel but once you figure it out it gets easier. That's the great thing about surplus guns. Tewnty five years ago they were $1000 pistols but with the demise of the Iron Curtain boat loads of th...
by 2ndovc
Tue Mar 10, 2009 1:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Tire Lost It's Bead?
Replies: 14
Views: 978

Re: OT - Tire Lost It's Bead?

We'll that was pretty cool!


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Tue Mar 10, 2009 12:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .45 LC vs. .44 Mag/Spl (yeah - another opinion loaded threa
Replies: 48
Views: 8683

Re: .45 LC vs. .44 Mag/Spl (yeah - another opinion loaded threa

I I'm sure there are situations where the wrong load can get in the wrong gun. But I refuse to get paranoid about it. Joe This reminds me of my dad -- his guns were basically tools -- used for hunting and coyotes, etc. He took care of his firearms, but they weren't for recreational use. When he unl...
by 2ndovc
Tue Mar 10, 2009 11:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Man with a 1894 Winchester rifle. Old photo
Replies: 8
Views: 1069

Re: Man with a 1894 Winchester rifle. Old photo

I like that one. Reminds me of my grandfather.


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Tue Mar 10, 2009 9:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT VIDEO More Fun with the 470 NITRO
Replies: 20
Views: 2240

Re: OT VIDEO More Fun with the 470 NITRO

Ysabel Kid wrote:Now, if you could only find a T-Rex wandering around... :wink:

Sure looks like fun!!!


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Mon Mar 09, 2009 2:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Destination Tokyo (the movie)
Replies: 4
Views: 662

Re: Destination Tokyo (the movie)

If you watch closely a lot of the WWII films made during the war there are many troops our's and their's running around withthe wrong weapons. There are several movies where the Japanese are running around with Krag rifles. :D I'd say it was kinda difficult gathering up a couple dozen Arisaka to mak...
by 2ndovc
Mon Mar 09, 2009 1:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BLR Takedown Saddle Ring is a go.
Replies: 6
Views: 547

Re: BLR Takedown Saddle Ring is a go.

Cool!

How's the mega mag conversion working?


jason 8)
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 08, 2009 9:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Introducing, The CL Brothers
Replies: 18
Views: 1453

Re: Introducing, The CL Brothers

Nice!!!

Been wanting a 218 Bee forever!!!


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 08, 2009 5:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Went to a gun show today and ticked off the wife.
Replies: 45
Views: 4523

Re: Went to a gun show today and ticked off the wife.

Jeremy, I've explained to the "Current" Mrs. that I've never spent more on a firearm than it's worth and that they increase in value faster that the Market and a far safer investment. I've shown her first hand selling arms that I bought for $70-100 five/ten years ago for $200- 800 or more ...
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 08, 2009 4:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Colt Walker C&B questions
Replies: 27
Views: 3741

Re: OT: Colt Walker C&B questions

Joe, Here's a photo of a Dragoon (an improvement of the Walker) next to an 1851 Navy and below it 32 H&R Ruger Single Sixes. Just to give an idea of the size. http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q128/2ndovc/100_4078.jpg They are big heavy revolvers that were intended to be carried in pairs on the...
by 2ndovc
Sun Mar 08, 2009 9:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Targets is the subject
Replies: 16
Views: 1204

Re: Targets is the subject

Don't let Sixgun bother you he's just... We'll Sixgun :D Like that realitive that never gets invited over because you just never know what he'll say :D Enjoyed the link. When I had my little farm I had a seven foot commercial steel door leaning up against my backstop. I used to love to sit on the ba...
by 2ndovc
Sat Mar 07, 2009 6:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Went to a gun show today and ticked off the wife.
Replies: 45
Views: 4523

Re: Went to a gun show today and ticked off the wife.

jdad wrote:Didn't you just get another stripe? I think you earned this.
That's for sure!!


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sat Mar 07, 2009 3:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: San Pedro Saddlery
Replies: 4
Views: 680

Re: San Pedro Saddlery

I have heard the same via a guy that I've pruchased several San Pedro pruducts.

Hope it gets worked out. They make nice stuff.


jb 8)
by 2ndovc
Sat Mar 07, 2009 9:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer request - update
Replies: 23
Views: 1709

Re: Prayer request - update

Very sorry Jay.

I can't imagine losing a child. I had a cousin pass in his sleep at 33 for unknown reasons.
Even at 33 I think it aged my Aunt and Uncle ten years over night.
Fifteen years later there's still a sadness about them.

My condolences for you and the family.



jason
by 2ndovc
Sat Mar 07, 2009 9:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .45acp and Lee Factory Crimp Die
Replies: 21
Views: 1991

Re: .45acp and Lee Factory Crimp Die

You should be careful with the FCD when using it on cartridges that headspace on the mouth of the case, like the 45 ACP. A little too much crimp and you're going to have issues when the case mouth slips in the chamber too far. A light taper crimp is all that's needed on those types of rounds. That'...
by 2ndovc
Fri Mar 06, 2009 6:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895 marlin-- magnaport vs. non-magnaport
Replies: 19
Views: 3747

Re: 1895 marlin-- magnaport vs. non-magnaport

I have a Marlin 94P / .44 mag with 16" barrel that's ported. I really didn't notice a difference between that and a 94S / 45 Colt and 16" barrel. Sounds like a good deal on a nice gun to me. If you want muzzle blast try a Soviet SVT-40. Now that's a muzzle break that will really P-off the ...