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by madman4570
Tue May 27, 2014 3:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What gun would you bet on for accuracy...?
Replies: 58
Views: 5145

Re: What gun would you bet on for accuracy...?

Brent makes a good point Doc. Take any decent M1A, Garand, AR15 preferably match grade (including sights) At 100yds adjusting the very top of front sight post to just meet the very bottom of bull (6 o-clock) you will also notice without difficulty that front post is centered (windage wise) meaning y...
by madman4570
Tue May 27, 2014 1:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Refugee from New York
Replies: 142
Views: 15803

Re: Refugee from New York

Mescalero wrote:Why should he?
The subject matter of this post is not real estate?
I posted above update at same time yours posted. Meaning I took action hit enter before knowing you posted.Notice post times.
by madman4570
Tue May 27, 2014 1:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Refugee from New York
Replies: 142
Views: 15803

Re: Refugee from New York

For one right off the bat, in Arkansaw you can own as many handguns and longguns as you can afford without a CCW and it is a SHALL issue state!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Jerry, Can you please post a piece of real estate with current great roads, right off interstate that even remotely comes close...
by madman4570
Tue May 27, 2014 12:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Refugee from New York
Replies: 142
Views: 15803

Re: Refugee from New York

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by madman4570
Tue May 27, 2014 7:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What gun would you bet on for accuracy...?
Replies: 58
Views: 5145

Re: What gun would you bet on for accuracy...?

Don't care what gun you have. If you are talking sitting at the coffee shop looking over at "the taker" on your bet just going home grabbing the cold firearm and taking it to the range (1st shot) $1000 bet on that dime ----not easy. Sitting here typing this " I think " I have the...
by madman4570
Mon May 26, 2014 8:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Special Relative, pretty rare deal Thanks!
Replies: 6
Views: 704

Re: Special Relative, pretty rare deal Thanks!

6, You have done good. For you and your family. Also you are a man of your word and have done good with your many friends. I am sure you also are a good worker at work too. Not wanting to mess things up in your life being stupid is SMART. Should be proud brother. Have done good in the past, doing go...
by madman4570
Mon May 26, 2014 6:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Special Relative, pretty rare deal Thanks!
Replies: 6
Views: 704

Re: Special Relative, pretty rare deal Thanks!

6, Brother you would be one of the last people I would want after me. I know better you are no one to mess with. Honestly, My little bit of whatever was nothing. The guys that served signed knowing at any time they will lay down their life and many did. That cannot be compared to. Utmost respect. I ...
by madman4570
Mon May 26, 2014 4:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Special Relative, pretty rare deal Thanks!
Replies: 6
Views: 704

Special Relative, pretty rare deal Thanks!

Had a nice day with my Uncle. He is 85 years old and spry. Went down his place here he is outside putting 55 gal drums in a truck for some 40 year old guy? He gets empty ones somewhere and I guess sells them for burning barrels or whatever. This dude is still ripped. :lol: Retired tractor trailer dr...
by madman4570
Mon May 26, 2014 8:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: trespassing-hunter
Replies: 10
Views: 983

Re: trespassing-hunter

Have your property surveyed,post it and then actually spend time in your woods.Keep the ### ##### off. Caught one up in my woods two weeks ago.Extremely rare. Heard at 11AM a extremely overkill loud owl call. I knew it was someone turkey hunting(as I was being on my own place) I waited and sure enou...
by madman4570
Fri May 23, 2014 2:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 44/40 VS 45 colt for Deer
Replies: 39
Views: 16976

Re: 44/40 VS 45 colt for Deer

Looked up the Winchester site. The 73 is a nice rifle with no safety, excellent. I was very impressed with the fit and finish of my 92 Deluxe Take Down 92. That rifle would be a very nice catch. My vote, worth nothing of course, is still for the 45 Colt or 357 as second choice. As stated nostalgia ...
by madman4570
Fri May 23, 2014 7:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thanks
Replies: 33
Views: 3203

Re: Prayer Request - close to a miracle....

Well now Joe, you just made my week friend!
Thank God! I am so happy for you and your fine family.
Most excellent. Praise God!
by madman4570
Thu May 22, 2014 11:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anybody up for a little Squrriel hunting?
Replies: 10
Views: 1629

Re: Anybody up for a little Squrriel hunting?

More like squirrel watching at old Lar's place. We are watching six of the little buggers at the very top of theses certain budded trees about 60ft up on the tiny very top branches with a gorge below. Incredible. Eating the buds and performing tricks. Think I am turning soft. Feed this mother rabbit...
by madman4570
Wed May 21, 2014 10:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tia and me are aging....quickly too!
Replies: 23
Views: 2121

Re: Tia and me are aging....quickly too!

She is a beautiful dog. I am sure she will to please you and her own natural love of hunting and spending time with her best friend will over do it. Simple fact there comes a time to have her ease up some. Also keep her weight in line as the activity level drops and she will still amaze you everyday...
by madman4570
Wed May 21, 2014 6:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WOOHOO! Doc was good!
Replies: 30
Views: 2607

Re: WOOHOO! Doc was good!

Great news !
Prayers up you stay as healthy as a healthy horse and live to be over 100 :wink:
God Bless!
by madman4570
Wed May 21, 2014 10:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: weight lifting questions
Replies: 19
Views: 2285

Re: weight lifting questions

Do you guys see why I mention Streetstar (Doug) as "the man" to listen too. He is absolutely unreal in the knowledge he has and shares. Take his advice. Mine well its just from a big redneck actually not knowing beans on fitness, however I am fortunate that Doug has graced me by sharing hi...
by madman4570
Tue May 20, 2014 8:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: weight lifting questions
Replies: 19
Views: 2285

Re: weight lifting questions

NO, two ratios between reps & weight are NOT the same... Weight increases will eventually build strength while added reps builds endurance... It really depends on what you're trying to accomplish. Add strength, or increase stamina. Do you fuel your car before or after a trip??? But, as with eve...
by madman4570
Tue May 20, 2014 8:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Extemely way off topic: about guitars
Replies: 50
Views: 4666

Re: Extemely way off topic: about guitars

Well, its been 5 years what did Bruce get?
How is your playing Bruce?
by madman4570
Tue May 20, 2014 4:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: weight lifting questions
Replies: 19
Views: 2285

Re: weight lifting questions

if you are using a certain weight at a certain rep, and double the weight, and halve the reps, is it the same thing? not a trick question, I'd really like to know from someone who does. and another thing, is it better to eat before a workout, or after? what's the good balance of proteins and carbs?...
by madman4570
Mon May 19, 2014 6:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: gun leather: ammunition loops in slings etc.
Replies: 47
Views: 4542

Re: gun leather: ammunition loops in slings etc.

Get a hold of 86er's uncle Jerry. Also talk to Joe(86er) himself. That is a fine gun and nothing wrong with a few cool big shiny nickel cases on a tricked out Sling. Jerry did a custom two tone shoulder sling and custom hand fitted sheath for my buck 120 Each had scrolling/fancy initials/ and hand t...
by madman4570
Sun May 18, 2014 7:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Nice review of the H&R 999 Sportsman revolver
Replies: 11
Views: 915

Re: Nice review of the H&R 999 Sportsman revolver

Cool gun. Gave mine last year to daughter's BF. Great gun once I loctited rear sight screw. Otherwise from factory every three break opens she would loosen. That fixed it. Yep. That's why I replaced mine in the first place, and decided to experiment with a 'peep' sight, since I had one on a Redhawk...
by madman4570
Sun May 18, 2014 5:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Take Your Pick :-)
Replies: 9
Views: 806

Re: Take Your Pick :-)

.223 I really dig varmint hunting, works great for deer, it shoots cheap, its accurate, it cycles fast with virtually no muzzle jump/recoil, my hunting gun weighs aprox. 4lbs kinda just weird and cool hunting with no sling. Dragging a buck out of woods grabbing rack in one hand and a gun feeling lik...
by madman4570
Sun May 18, 2014 5:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Nice review of the H&R 999 Sportsman revolver
Replies: 11
Views: 915

Re: Nice review of the H&R 999 Sportsman revolver

Cool gun.
Gave mine last year to daughter's BF.
Great gun once I loctited rear sight screw.
Otherwise from factory every three break opens she would loosen.
That fixed it.
by madman4570
Sun May 18, 2014 5:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rarest Of The Rare Colt .45 Auto
Replies: 36
Views: 4889

Re: Rarest Of The Rare Colt .45 Auto

Extremely cool 6 :mrgreen:
That for sure defines the phrase " something to behold"
Great post.
by madman4570
Sun May 18, 2014 1:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: neighbors!
Replies: 41
Views: 3736

Re: neighbors!

I might seem harsh but here goes. I don't think its gramps. Hearing if he went through all that combined with age---na! Bet it is her. Tell her you guys are avid hunters/shooters and you own that property that being an important reason. Fire off few 460 Weatherbys and say see it could be much worse....
by madman4570
Sat May 17, 2014 7:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your current long gun of choice ?
Replies: 86
Views: 7975

Re: Your current long gun of choice ?

Grandpa's Springfield '03 Sporter followed by a Marlin 94P in .44mag and a .450Marlin Guide Gun for the really big critters. jb 8) Some awful nice guns guys and I dare say well thought out weapons of choice. jb, love those Springfield 1903 sporters. This guy at our gun club uses his at our M1 shoot...
by madman4570
Sat May 17, 2014 7:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kid's Outdoors Day in Poetry, TX
Replies: 10
Views: 1328

Re: Kid's Outdoors Day in Poetry, TX

Cool Joe, well done.
by madman4570
Sat May 17, 2014 6:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Armed Forces Day!
Replies: 3
Views: 335

Re: Happy Armed Forces Day!

Ysabel Kid wrote:All I can say - and it is certainly not enough - is THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!!!
+1 :wink:
by madman4570
Fri May 16, 2014 4:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thoughts on Generations gone by, and technology.
Replies: 56
Views: 5077

Re: Thoughts on Generations gone by, and technology.

The technology deal in these given times are kind of like a sine wave. With it's ups comes it's lows. I mean when you look at YouTube in regards to using it as a resource tool of information and instruction via actual step by step video direction what a wonderful tool. On that same note, there could...
by madman4570
Thu May 15, 2014 9:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Joined a range yesterday!
Replies: 5
Views: 586

Re: Joined a range yesterday!

Bob, Good grief, did the 10 day excursion via horseback (Calgary, Baniff etc) All there is there is wilderness areas. :lol: Seriously, There must be a better way? I love shooting, but to drive 240 miles to shoot skeet at a club or a 600 yd course etc. Maybe cause I have my own or our club is 3 miles...
by madman4570
Thu May 15, 2014 6:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Caring for an elderly parent
Replies: 12
Views: 1404

Re: OT - Caring for an elderly parent

This is the time you have to really suck it up and simply "put up with it" Why? Because it is your mother of your wife(which you dearly love)and you do not stop until "your wife" tells you it is now too much. Possibly that will not happen and your MIL will pass at your home befor...
by madman4570
Wed May 14, 2014 3:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?
Replies: 54
Views: 4918

Re: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?

Mescaline, Can I have your ditch witch? You know, well, its only right that I get it. Your old and about to die. I'm much younger than you and I will put it to good use. Your 61 and I'm 59 so it just makes sense. I need it for fortifing my compound. I plan on building a moat and filling it with all...
by madman4570
Tue May 13, 2014 9:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Should A Sheridan Air Rifle Lose Air?
Replies: 14
Views: 905

Re: Should A Sheridan Air Rifle Lose Air?

Got a older Blue Streak. With age its normal to leak. Seals become compromised and leak. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bUbW-IBPKY http://www.pyramydair.com/s/m/Hatsan_Model_135_Air_Rifle/2790 Can be had in .177/ .22/ .25 http://www.pyramydair.com/s/a/Leapers_UTG_3_9x40_AO_Rifle_Scope_Illuminated_M...
by madman4570
Tue May 13, 2014 3:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pretty darn bright. very surprised.
Replies: 12
Views: 1099

Re: Pretty darn bright. very surprised.

6, How much and how does the battery life hold up.(actually given what it does, who cares) What is the model# Surefire is the mfg? I want one! :mrgreen: For that size, that is insane :D Boy, you don't like junk do ya! :mrgreen: I was thinking this one earlier today as a gift back to bro? http://www....
by madman4570
Tue May 13, 2014 1:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pretty darn bright. very surprised.
Replies: 12
Views: 1099

Pretty darn bright. very surprised.

Brother stopped up and handed me one of these. Said try it compared to your Big LED Maglite or that LED Mini-Mag Tasco XR5 250 Wow :shock: Holy cow is this thing bright. Beats my other two. Only thing he said it is just so so on the battery life, course 250 lums out of couple AAA batteries what do y...
by madman4570
Tue May 13, 2014 1:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The 50 to 100 Yard 2" Difference...
Replies: 29
Views: 2553

Re: The 50 to 100 Yard 2" Difference...

Looking at those two groups. Knowing exactly where they shoot. And trust me that looks fine. I would leave it as is and just grin. Gave my daughter mine(1972 Feathweight M70 .243)looks absolutely identical and it is a fine weapon. I mean even look at windage. :mrgreen: Dead nuts same! That wood and ...
by madman4570
Tue May 13, 2014 6:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?
Replies: 54
Views: 4918

Re: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?

It would also be a great comfort to find that one LAST woman to love and share my remaininig years with.. That may be the hardest item to come by... If ya wanna move here to New York State there is a women down the road looking for a man. She is pretty good looking too and shoots! :wink: about 5'4&...
by madman4570
Mon May 12, 2014 1:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?
Replies: 54
Views: 4918

Re: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?

It would also be a great comfort to find that one LAST woman to love and share my remaininig years with.. That may be the hardest item to come by... If ya wanna move here to New York State there is a women down the road looking for a man. She is pretty good looking too and shoots! :wink: about 5'4&...
by madman4570
Mon May 12, 2014 12:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?
Replies: 54
Views: 4918

Re: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?

A new puppy would add to your reasons To Be, or Not To Be 8) If you go by gene factoring of last prior 2 generations of my creators before me both sides, I should make age 93+ :wink: You guys have me for about another 4 decades. :mrgreen: Lucky people. Maybe 5 decades cause I (never smoked, and gav...
by madman4570
Mon May 12, 2014 12:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?
Replies: 54
Views: 4918

Re: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?

. I gotta question the sanity of lending intitutions that give 30-year mortgages to the elderly....... :roll: . Pete, Guess what? I read it myself. Absolutely unreal. However it makes 100% sense. 1)His mortgage has a clause that if he dies/stops payments/ etc. there is a 3 month grace period where ...
by madman4570
Mon May 12, 2014 11:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?
Replies: 54
Views: 4918

Re: My "Last" List... What would yours look like...?

Gosh that "your last stuff" is kinda a emotional downer Buck. I am going at it the direct opposite. Thinking at this time in my life--me be getting some, why not? Last pair of shoes? :lol: Good grief Buck, Unless the old health is going south fast, be careful now might just end up walking ...
by madman4570
Sun May 11, 2014 11:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Whats your field carry knife? Thoughts?
Replies: 64
Views: 6306

Re: Whats your field carry knife? Thoughts?

Older 1960's 7 5/8" blade Buck 120 " The General"
Carried under the shoulder (arm pit)on the strong side buy a custom leather shoulder sling/sheath hand made by 86er's Uncle Jerry.
As cherished as the gun I carry!
by madman4570
Sun May 11, 2014 9:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pricing on a Used 2009 John Deere X300 Mower w/ Snowblower?
Replies: 2
Views: 385

Re: Pricing on a Used 2009 John Deere X300 Mower w/ Snowblow

Lets put it this way. Right now you can get a brand new John Deere model X304 (meaning 4 wheel steer machine) vastly superior for mowing lawns. A 4 year, 300hr warranty etc. For $3199 If you need to blow snow this summer on sale spend that left over $$$ on a brand new John Deere walk behind blower a...
by madman4570
Sat May 10, 2014 5:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My lab Daily needs your thoughts...UPDATED May 11, 2014
Replies: 52
Views: 5245

Re: My lab Daily needs your thoughts...UPDATED May 11, 2014

Reading this brings the old moisture to my eyes. :cry: I am so very very sorry. How you get through it, no words except prayers sent. They are part of the soul and Labs and their masters there is just something that goes to the outer limits. The are just like your children. All you can do is be ther...
by madman4570
Sat May 10, 2014 11:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger did it again!!
Replies: 10
Views: 1756

Re: Ruger did it again!!

madman4570 , Thanks and I agree 1,000% !!! Not to mention that Ruger will take care of you. If you took almost anything back after 12 years,even if you never used it, and asked to have it taken care of for free, you would see a long line of people laughing their guts out at you. A side note. Ruger ...
by madman4570
Fri May 09, 2014 7:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any of you guys have a John Deere X300 ?
Replies: 4
Views: 606

Re: Any of you guys have a John Deere X300 ?

Hawkeye2, I was told that the JD's built to be sold for Lowe's or Home Depot etc. are assembled at different John Deere facilities?? The quality stds are not the same ?? However, this I am not sure of?? On a different note: My thinking is if I buy it from a dealer even if it is a few $$$ more the se...
by madman4570
Fri May 09, 2014 11:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Good Deal Gents on DR Trimmer/brushcutters now!
Replies: 0
Views: 4401

Good Deal Gents on DR Trimmer/brushcutters now!

Just got mine yesterday. Kohler engine and these things work excellent. Use my brothers and with beaver blade it cuts small trees! :lol: Even with the normal HD blue cord stuff like heavy thick shrubs and black berry bushes etc.-----gone! (roll of 80ft $17.99)bet the role lasts me a few years but I ...
by madman4570
Thu May 08, 2014 7:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any of you guys have a John Deere X300 ?
Replies: 4
Views: 606

Any of you guys have a John Deere X300 ?

Though I will keep my WH GT14 probably as long as I am breathing. Same with my Lawn Boy 2 stroke mower they are getting old. Bought last week a new Husqvarna push mower w/Honda QVC 160 engine. However for a rider want to make sure it will hold up? Looking at spending around $ 3k or so. Seems like th...
by madman4570
Thu May 08, 2014 5:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger did it again!!
Replies: 10
Views: 1756

Re: Ruger did it again!!

I purchased a NIB Ruger RB41W, 7 1/2" Bisley .41 mag. about a month and a half ago. It was flawless in finish and fit was almost perfect. My balloon deflated when I found the front sight had been silver soldered onto the barrel at an angle. I called Ruger service and the nice lady said, "...