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by CowboyTutt
Fri Nov 18, 2022 11:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mcpherson on Leverguns
Replies: 46
Views: 1834

Re: Mcpherson on Leverguns

Mark of "Mark and Sam After Work" are at it again with the 45 Colt at 1000 yards. That Henry rifle is pretty ugly however IMHO and it broke the mag tube as well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJnVPfguzSU Don't tell Griff, but Mark also referred to it in the opening as the "Long Colt...
by CowboyTutt
Fri Nov 18, 2022 2:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mcpherson on Leverguns
Replies: 46
Views: 1834

Re: Mcpherson on Leverguns

Since we are discussing the 45 Long Colt, a new friend of mine at Levergun's recently sent me a copy of Paco's articles. I don't think such a thread here would be the same without Paco''s input and on his forum, so I'm posting it here. Yes my friend, it did get here OK, and yes, I could decipher the...
by CowboyTutt
Thu Nov 17, 2022 8:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mcpherson on Leverguns
Replies: 46
Views: 1834

Re: Mcpherson on Leverguns

(By the way, the ancient technique of using a long drop-tube to settle blackpowder while charging cases is a waste of good time. Simply swirl-charge the case, you will get a denser charge and better ballistic uniformity. Not an opinion; a proven fact. It is amazing what one can learn from actually ...
by CowboyTutt
Tue Nov 15, 2022 8:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hunting the Lepus
Replies: 14
Views: 542

Re: Hunting the Lepus

Jim, in my new town in SoCal we have exotic meat markets where I can finally get some rabbit! Looking forward to that! -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Tue Nov 15, 2022 8:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mcpherson on Leverguns
Replies: 46
Views: 1834

Re: Mcpherson on Leverguns

Mic's knowledge is unprecidented in my experience!!!
-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Thu Nov 10, 2022 1:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: jnyork's new toy
Replies: 14
Views: 770

Re: jnyork's new toy

Its been a very long time, but I think it was in one of McPherson's books (Accurizing the Factory Rifle, I suspect) that he wrote about recrowning a barrel with a marble and some polishing compound of some sort. My gun books are all packed up right now. If I find the book again, I will look it up an...
by CowboyTutt
Wed Nov 09, 2022 7:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: jnyork's new toy
Replies: 14
Views: 770

Re: jnyork's new toy

That's pretty neat! Thanks for sharing!!! -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sat Nov 05, 2022 4:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Corned beef hash and corn. Where did it come from?
Replies: 13
Views: 2234

Re: Corned beef hash and corn. Where did it come from?

That sounds pretty good Ray! Here's a pic of my hash and corn. It is colorful and tasty as well.. -T-
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by CowboyTutt
Fri Nov 04, 2022 10:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Corned beef hash and corn. Where did it come from?
Replies: 13
Views: 2234

Re: Corned beef hash and corn. Where did it come from?

I made some "high dollar" corned beef hash and corn with Boar's Head corned beef (super lean and expensive sandwich meat), diced fresh potato's, green onions and frozen corn. Turned out exceptionally tasty, not overly salty at all, in fact I added some salt and pepper to one batch, and pic...
by CowboyTutt
Thu Nov 03, 2022 8:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: hi, newbie with 50-100 ?
Replies: 48
Views: 4963

Re: hi, newbie with 50-100 ?

Beautiful rifle and cartridge! -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Tue Nov 01, 2022 10:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday flightsimmer & CowboyTutt
Replies: 7
Views: 328

Re: Happy Birthday flightsimmer & CowboyTutt

OK, first off, thanks for the birthday wishes my friends! Apparently someone or social media page "ratted me out" LOL! :D I just turned 56, and spent the first birthday with family in probably 20 years. I'm now probably permanently in SoCal and looking forward to some shooting at the Angel...
by CowboyTutt
Tue Nov 01, 2022 10:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Damascus & Stag Boot Knife = "Executive Letter Opener"
Replies: 27
Views: 1275

Re: Damascus & Stag Boot Knife = "Executive Letter Opener"

I'm not answering your question at all. Sorry. Maybe this will help: In most applications where Damascus Steel is being used today, it was chosen for its aesthetics - how it looks. As a knife collector, I love the look of my Damascus Steel bladed knives. But as a knife user, I will always choose a ...
by CowboyTutt
Fri Oct 28, 2022 6:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My first Sharps rifle
Replies: 47
Views: 2730

Re: My first Sharps rifle

Earl, what cartridge file did you find it in? I checked 0.510 and 0.500 sizes and it wasn't there? Thanks for looking it up too. That is too little pressure even for Blue Dot I think. I started to get erratic results when I tried to slow down my 11mm loads too much. I think it needs 20K to work righ...
by CowboyTutt
Thu Oct 27, 2022 9:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Corned beef hash and corn. Where did it come from?
Replies: 13
Views: 2234

Corned beef hash and corn. Where did it come from?

My Dad really liked adding a can of corned beef hash and a can of corn together. While most corned beef hash (with potatoes) in a can is not very high quality, it has always been one of my more favorite greasy dishes once in a while. I asked him one time, where did this combo come from, and he said ...
by CowboyTutt
Thu Oct 27, 2022 9:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Weatherby 338 RPM
Replies: 11
Views: 692

Re: Weatherby 338 RPM

Grizz, the 185's are doing 3100 fps and the 225's do 2800 fps. Pretty darn good for a shorter barrel (I think I read they are 18 inches with a 2 inch brake). -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Wed Oct 26, 2022 9:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Damascus & Stag Boot Knife = "Executive Letter Opener"
Replies: 27
Views: 1275

Re: Damascus & Stag Boot Knife = "Executive Letter Opener"

While I hate to use the word "canoe" in case Grizz is around, and sends him on an esoteric journey of many moons, those are very beautiful "canoes" Sir. :D Damascus has become so much easier to get it seems. You can buy it in pre-made bars and leave it to the knife maker for forg...
by CowboyTutt
Wed Oct 26, 2022 8:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Weatherby 338 RPM
Replies: 11
Views: 692

Re: Weatherby 338 RPM

Have you looked for 338 component bullets lately? More like unobtanium! I'm trying to work up loads for my 338 Federal and the rifle sits idle since I can't find light bullets! Gunny, no, I don't have a .338 rifle of any kind. It seems like many of the bullets I need for a handful of cartridges I h...
by CowboyTutt
Wed Oct 26, 2022 8:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My first Sharps rifle
Replies: 47
Views: 2730

Re: My first Sharps rifle

It's a wonderful rifle MM, and I look forward to your BP loads. As to using modern smokeless powders, it really is about what your criteria is. If your looking for maximum velocity that will generate one chart of powders. If you want to limit the velocity with a certain bullet, you can set the crite...
by CowboyTutt
Tue Oct 25, 2022 9:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Weatherby 338 RPM
Replies: 11
Views: 692

Re: Weatherby 338 RPM

Blaine, I agree, but it depends on the terrain and what your hunting I think. But I've only killed one pig from the side of a truck, using a friend's rifle at about 75 yards.

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Tue Oct 25, 2022 8:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Weatherby 338 RPM
Replies: 11
Views: 692

Re: Weatherby 338 RPM

Bullets have to work at the intended velocities of a cartridge for sure. My best friend told me the 338 cartridge is so popular and there are so many bullets available at that size it was one of the reasons he chose his Savage rifle, cartridge, and components in 338 Lapua. I appreciate the fact that...
by CowboyTutt
Tue Oct 25, 2022 8:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Weatherby 338 RPM
Replies: 11
Views: 692

Weatherby 338 RPM

OK, I have to admit, that the Weatherby family may have hit a real home-run here with this new cartridge built around their small frame, 6 lug, Mark V action in a 5 1/2 lb carbon fiber rifle with an optional muzzle brake. They even make one for us "lefties" (bastards! -Tutt) And it is cent...
by CowboyTutt
Tue Oct 25, 2022 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My first Sharps rifle
Replies: 47
Views: 2730

Re: My first Sharps rifle

4198 was great in its day, but much better stuff out there even for this application, I'm sure. We could figure it out together when your ready someday. Would be fun! Meanwhile I appreciate the BP stuff and await your results. Very interesting history on that rifle again. I've discovered I can get t...
by CowboyTutt
Sat Oct 22, 2022 6:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger LC, 5.7x28
Replies: 25
Views: 1105

Re: Ruger LC, 5.7x28

That is totally bad-asss and attractive too! :D -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Fri Oct 21, 2022 6:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Ultimate Pocket Shooter?? 9oz Loaded
Replies: 16
Views: 858

Re: The Ultimate Pocket Shooter?? 9oz Loaded

Geeze Jim, you have some very deep pockets! :) Ray, thanks for the link to the Gunblast article. I had not seen that one before. -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Thu Oct 20, 2022 9:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Ultimate Pocket Shooter?? 9oz Loaded
Replies: 16
Views: 858

Re: The Ultimate Pocket Shooter?? 9oz Loaded

Ray, don't understand, better links please. -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Thu Oct 20, 2022 7:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger LC, 5.7x28
Replies: 25
Views: 1105

Re: Ruger LC, 5.7x28

I see no reason for animosity here, so lets just stop it now if we could. No need to ruin a good thread. JB knows what is right for his family, the 5.7 is a decent self-defense cartridge, and many others too.

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Thu Oct 20, 2022 6:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .35 Winchester
Replies: 9
Views: 557

Re: .35 Winchester

Thank you JB! -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Thu Oct 20, 2022 6:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Ultimate Pocket Shooter?? 9oz Loaded
Replies: 16
Views: 858

Re: The Ultimate Pocket Shooter?? 9oz Loaded

Jim, I respect you and look up to you as you know. I've only been in one bar fight, but it was a pretty ugly one for me, but not terribly bad as they go as I was not hurt. The data on who survives being shot is mixed. Some die just at the mention of being shot. Others you can fill full of holes and ...
by CowboyTutt
Thu Oct 20, 2022 4:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shorten a stock
Replies: 14
Views: 687

Re: Shorten a stock

That looks like a pretty cool and useful saw too, I have to say. Thanks Tycer! -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Thu Oct 20, 2022 4:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Ultimate Pocket Shooter?? 9oz Loaded
Replies: 16
Views: 858

Re: The Ultimate Pocket Shooter?? 9oz Loaded

There are some nice 22 Mag NAA mini-guns for sale even here in Commiefornia but I have my doubts that a 22 mag at snubbie velocities could "stop the threat" fast enough, especially with a body shot. Yes, it will kill, but will just take too long I think. -Tutt P.S. The NAA I handled had an...
by CowboyTutt
Thu Oct 20, 2022 4:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .35 Winchester
Replies: 9
Views: 557

Re: .35 Winchester

First off, welcome! And a great choice in a rifle and one of the better "obsolete" cartridges out there. I love my BLR in 358 Winchester. I am not sure what is out there regarding load data but I could help you with the Quick Load program with that pretty easily as its in the data base. Lo...
by CowboyTutt
Thu Oct 20, 2022 4:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pellet (air rifle/pistol) carriers...?
Replies: 17
Views: 886

Re: Pellet (air rifle/pistol) carriers...?

Just a little leather pouch I can wear around my neck. It's quiet and beats sucking on lead all day. :D My break barrel is 30 cal and the other is a PCP in 45 cal that shoots real bullets so there is nothing off the shelf for me in particular. Here's a belt pouch that could be very handy. https://ww...
by CowboyTutt
Thu Oct 20, 2022 3:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My first Sharps rifle
Replies: 47
Views: 2730

Re: My first Sharps rifle

I thought I would look and see if there was any data for the 50-140 cartridge in Quick Load already. Doesn't appear to be although I could pretty easily modify another 50 caliber I think (50-70 was in there but it's the "auto" one?) Anyhow, your not interested in going smokeless I know, bu...
by CowboyTutt
Wed Oct 19, 2022 8:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My first Sharps rifle
Replies: 47
Views: 2730

Re: My first Sharps rifle

It doesn't look like it weighs 15 lbs, have to say. I'm sure that helps to tame the recoil, and you can do your gym work out at the same time. :lol:

Fantastic find and its in the right hands with you. Keep us posted my friend. -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Tue Oct 18, 2022 6:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-30 FTX Bullets on clearance
Replies: 3
Views: 334

Re: 30-30 FTX Bullets on clearance

Sadly, I cannot use these as my only cartridge in this bracket are .312 to .314 in my 303 Brit.
But thanks for notifying us.

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Tue Oct 18, 2022 5:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How refreshing!
Replies: 5
Views: 444

Re: How refreshing!

Wish you the best my friend. I am moving south from Ukiah, CA, to South Orange County at the end of the month. Not nearly as gun friendly down there, but a better shooting range is also available there about two hours away. Thankfully my shooting friends are nearby to there, so its not a problem and...
by CowboyTutt
Tue Oct 18, 2022 5:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Oh Winchester, what ever has happened to you.
Replies: 15
Views: 900

Re: Oh Winchester, what ever has happened to you.

Hi Nath, so sorry for your troubles my friend, particularly as you are in the UK where options are more limited (I think Commiefornia is the same or working on being the same though). You are smart guy and seemed to have figured it out. I'm sure there are better parts out there made of better materi...
by CowboyTutt
Mon Oct 17, 2022 7:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Morning @ the Range
Replies: 19
Views: 992

Re: Morning @ the Range

Assuming APP is american pioneer powder, this is not b.p. but a substitute. yeah, I was using APP because I don't have a mold and what .321 bullets I could get needed a powder that can handle a mineral lube. Sorry Griff, obviously I didn't know what "APP" powder was -- thought from the &q...
by CowboyTutt
Mon Oct 17, 2022 5:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Morning @ the Range
Replies: 19
Views: 992

Re: Morning @ the Range

That's sort of the funny thing about BP, you can just scoop up powder, throw it in a case that was spit shined, seat some sort of projectile (your mileage may vary) or projectiles over it and pull the trigger. While I don't think anyone will ever confuse me with being an annallly retentive hand-load...
by CowboyTutt
Mon Oct 17, 2022 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger LC, 5.7x28
Replies: 25
Views: 1105

Re: Ruger LC, 5.7x28

Hmmm. One of those in 10mm could work for me, and even Commiafornia legal. Probably more high dollar options for me though, and I'm going to be pretty broke for a while after the move and find part time work. Still have one outstanding gun project that is going to cost me around $1200 I think to fin...
by CowboyTutt
Mon Oct 17, 2022 4:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: speaking of canoes
Replies: 85
Views: 4617

Re: speaking of canoes

Ji, I just read last night there has been a lot of volcanic activity over there recently. Is it more than usual? Anything to be concerned about for you? -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sat Oct 15, 2022 3:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: speaking of canoes
Replies: 85
Views: 4617

Re: speaking of canoes

Ji, I haven't read the whole post, but you are much missed here and glad to see you post once again. -Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Sat Oct 15, 2022 2:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1886 Loading Gate
Replies: 20
Views: 1314

Re: 1886 Loading Gate

Um, I would say defect, but will let others with an actual 1886 chime in first. Even a "Sixgun Special" Rossi 92 doesn't do that! Same design just smaller.

-Tutt
by CowboyTutt
Fri Oct 14, 2022 7:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How to clean "Brass" receiver?
Replies: 16
Views: 1269

Re: How to clean "Brass" receiver?

I did look at the photo's up close and expanded. They do look like the finish (plated) and was coated with a clear coat. Seen the same thing happen with motorcycle parts over aluminum and other things. Not saying I'm 100% correct here, just saying, it looks like the same thing. Some of the steps you...
by CowboyTutt
Fri Oct 14, 2022 7:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger LC, 5.7x28
Replies: 25
Views: 1105

Re: Ruger LC, 5.7x28

No, it's not for everyone. It fills a role for me. It's light enough and simple to operate that after a couple of lessons, anyone in my house can operate it. I've been buying the Federal 5.7s for less than $35 / 50 round box. That isn't any more expensive than a quality 9mm or .45 ACP. You found a ...
by CowboyTutt
Fri Oct 14, 2022 6:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger LC, 5.7x28
Replies: 25
Views: 1105

Re: Ruger LC, 5.7x28

Well, its accurate and reasonably powerful, but the ammo is totally expensive, and a bit of a "b-i-t-ch" to reload for as the cases won't cycle without a coating. If you look at its advantages in terminal ballistic performance when compared to the .223, there isn't any. It does what it was...
by CowboyTutt
Fri Oct 14, 2022 3:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Morning @ the Range
Replies: 19
Views: 992

Re: Morning @ the Range

Griff, I think it would be nice if you could include some photo's of the rifle on this thread too, and my life kind of sucks right now as I'm just sorting and packing through 20 years of stuff to move October 25th and the news from Ukraine. Some gun photo's would make my day if you could. Or just li...
by CowboyTutt
Fri Oct 14, 2022 12:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ukraine Monday 10/10
Replies: 9
Views: 622

Re: Ukraine Monday 10/10

Grizz, I don't know much about the internet in Ukraine other than it is pretty unreliable. All of my friends seem to use their phones and an App like Viber or What's App to communicate with me. So sometimes it probably going by cellular and encrypted or sometimes internet. Most of my friends cannot ...
by CowboyTutt
Fri Oct 14, 2022 12:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tutt's First 22 Rimfire
Replies: 15
Views: 770

Re: Tutt's First 22 Rimfire

Nice shooting Sarge!!!! Mine doesn't even have iron sights sadly. I have a rear rail for it, but there is no provision on the front of the barrel for a front sight. I do have a decent 3x9x50 Sig Sauer scope ready for it, but will have to wait until next month to mount it and try the rifle out. Nice ...