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by Bronco
Tue Mar 18, 2008 1:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Annealing bullets Paco's way frustration
Replies: 16
Views: 3669

Howdy, I have done it this way. It is not so much a color change as it is like the tips get real shiny like mercury. Again they loose the gray lead color and get real shiny. Hope that helps, the method works great for me. A lot easier that pouring soft noses and inserting them into the mold to pour ...
by Bronco
Fri Mar 14, 2008 5:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - The Lone Ranger rides again! (Free Podcasts)
Replies: 4
Views: 857

Howdy,
Check out these guys! 973 episodes of the Lone Ranger and a whoooole bunch more.
http://www.otr.net/

John
by Bronco
Mon Mar 10, 2008 1:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Vault Muster Today
Replies: 6
Views: 1005

Gonna get a digital camera with my $400 tax refund. Pics will be a commin then.
John
by Bronco
Sun Mar 09, 2008 11:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Vault Muster Today
Replies: 6
Views: 1005

Vault Muster Today

Howdy,
Well it is time to inspect and dress all flat and tubular steel, knives n guns, :D in the vault. I clean an oil when I put them away, but I don't get around to shootin some of'em for a bit of time. :? All inhabitants front and center for a good oilin an cleanin. 8)
John
by Bronco
Thu Mar 06, 2008 4:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT cuddly P dogs!
Replies: 18
Views: 2416

Howdy,
I now know how foolish I have been going out only with a puny .20 cal rifle hunting, what I thought was a non dangerous game, P dogs. Upon further consideration I feel that it might be wise to have Jengel along, or someone along with a dangerous game gun, in case they charge. :D :D
John
by Bronco
Thu Mar 06, 2008 1:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Rifleman
Replies: 27
Views: 3638

And there you are!!!! :D :D :D
John
by Bronco
Mon Mar 03, 2008 12:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Large loop levers
Replies: 43
Views: 9979

Howdy, I don't like the look of a large lever on a levergun. But my three fingers are almost squeezed in a 1886 SRC and a M 71(Brownings). :? Will eventually put a slightly larger loop on the 86 for cold weather applications. Don't like scopes on'em either but will put a scout scope on the 86 also, ...
by Bronco
Thu Feb 28, 2008 11:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - .204 Ruger; any insights? other recommendations?
Replies: 17
Views: 2632

Howdy,
I agree, it is hard to beat the 223 for the price of ammo and with the right bullet a decent 300yd gun on varmits.
John
by Bronco
Thu Feb 28, 2008 12:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - .204 Ruger; any insights? other recommendations?
Replies: 17
Views: 2632

Howdy, Actually if you check the ballistic charts you will find that at the velocity the .204 shoots a 40 grainer close to 4000fps, it bucks the wind better than a 55gr out a 223 and is on par with a 22-250 with a 55gr. Don't have one, worried about wearing out a barrel on squirrels. Got a 20 VarTar...
by Bronco
Mon Feb 25, 2008 11:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Nice 50 Caliber Lever Gun
Replies: 4
Views: 940

Howdy,


I like'em big an fat myself(bullets that is). Here's my Browning M71 in Win 50-110. 10lb rifle and a hand full to shoot with full house loads. 350gr at 2200fps,510gr at 2100fps,547gr at 2000fps.
John
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by Bronco
Wed Feb 20, 2008 5:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Killer Fish Terrifies Britain
Replies: 26
Views: 4704

use the teeth for tooth picks :D :D
by Bronco
Tue Feb 19, 2008 11:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: I have a thing for axes.
Replies: 45
Views: 6164

Howdy,
Axes, knives, firearms, something about these things that my mind wraps around the functional art of it all. :D :D
John
by Bronco
Tue Feb 19, 2008 1:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Does anyone reload .44's ?
Replies: 19
Views: 3333

Howdy,
Yep, as has been stated! You will not save any money but you will get a lot more BANG for the buck :), cuz you shoot more .
John
by Bronco
Sun Feb 10, 2008 6:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Real Big Bore
Replies: 36
Views: 17169

Howdy,
I remember reading about that buff hunt. The PH stated that he has never seen a buff bleed out as quickly. After reading the NY Times through that hole I can see why :shock: :shock: :shock: .
John
by Bronco
Sat Feb 09, 2008 2:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Black Rifle Opinions/Questions
Replies: 23
Views: 4151

Longer than I care to admit I purchased the lower for an AR type. Could read the writing on the wall here in Kaliphorni.!!! Over the years I would buy a part that I wanted. It's heavy, but will put 5 inside a 1/2" black dot at 100yds. Thinking of what caliber is something I did not do back then...
by Bronco
Sat Feb 09, 2008 12:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gun Stocks Inc. Any experience with them?
Replies: 2
Views: 655

Howdy,
Don't know them or any one that has. Know of one person that has dealt with http://www.gunstocks.com/ and has liked their products.
John
by Bronco
Sat Feb 09, 2008 11:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More Money
Replies: 14
Views: 2394

Howdy,
I been a member for years and give a little once a year. The rest goes into the trash.
John
by Bronco
Fri Feb 08, 2008 1:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just wondering.
Replies: 22
Views: 2928

Howdy, Trappin is hard for the people that think meat is raised in cellophane wraped styrophome. Wether you want the fur or the meat, it is a way to get to your goal. I do not trap, I know those that do or did. Buckel up here, harvesting game comes under many ways. Managed, none of it should be outl...
by Bronco
Thu Feb 07, 2008 1:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The best levergun poll.
Replies: 54
Views: 8703

Howdy, There are many that I really, really like. However my favorite ones are the ones that I own :D , not as many as I would like. Got me a couple of Brownchesters, M71 in 50-110Win. and a 1886 SRC, to be a 50-110 some day. My brother has my dads first deer gun, and the first that I used on deer, ...
by Bronco
Sun Feb 03, 2008 10:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - How About 2520mps (8268fps) Muzzle Velocity?
Replies: 17
Views: 2849

Howdy,
As I recall these test were to see what meteor hits would be like on a space craft. The intended target was not far from the muzzle.
John
by Bronco
Sun Feb 03, 2008 3:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A bullet travels how fast ?
Replies: 26
Views: 3778

Yep,
Only publicized enough to break know records. I heard tell........ fast MF.
John
by Bronco
Sun Feb 03, 2008 3:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - How About 2520mps (8268fps) Muzzle Velocity?
Replies: 17
Views: 2849

Howdy, I am not going to get into the details, mind don't understand all. NASA has done tests on impact hits of fast sh*t out there. Using about a pound of gud ol 4064 they send a slug down the tube pressurizing some gas that they use ,geting into heat from compression and release by transfer from d...
by Bronco
Sun Feb 03, 2008 2:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A bullet travels how fast ?
Replies: 26
Views: 3778

Howdy,
What blew my mind, easily done, is that if a SR-71 could fly at full speed close to the groung it could overtake and run into a 180gr. bullet out of a 30-06. :shock: Man oh man.
John
by Bronco
Sat Feb 02, 2008 6:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I think ive been ripped off
Replies: 23
Views: 3724

Howdy,
It is my understanding that there are computer guys that can find anything deleted in you computer, unless you wipe out your complete hard drive and write over it two or three times and even then. Don't know if it is worth it, but may there is a way to retrieve the information.
John
by Bronco
Wed Jan 30, 2008 6:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Leather Lace on recoil pad
Replies: 11
Views: 5422

Just the ticket!! :D
Thanks
by Bronco
Wed Jan 30, 2008 5:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Leather Lace on recoil pad
Replies: 11
Views: 5422

Leather Lace on recoil pad

Hey Guys,
Dug a little in the stickies and didn't see anything on a leather lace on recoil pad. Doesn't mean that it's not there :D . Anyway, can someone point me in the right direction. I thought that there was someone here that makes some nice ones for my 86 SRC.
Thanks in advance
John
by Bronco
Wed Jan 30, 2008 5:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scout scoped Rossi 92's are in.
Replies: 18
Views: 3783

With my aging eyes I have to compromise on the looks. I am thinking, shudder, of putting a scout scope on my Browning 1886 SRC :? . Just can't see the site well enough to do the shot justice :cry: .
John
by Bronco
Sun Jan 27, 2008 1:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Auction Alert, Browning 1886, with octagon barrel
Replies: 16
Views: 2599

darn purdy!
John
by Bronco
Sun Jan 27, 2008 1:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New to lever guns.
Replies: 24
Views: 4028

Gentlemen,
I use that term judicially and with respect. I am taken in with the difference of opinions discussed here without going into a negative tone.
I know nothing of the material, but learned a whole bunch. It was great to read this, this debate added to what makes this site so great.
John
by Bronco
Sat Jan 26, 2008 11:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Coyote around the house. Need the infamous cat sneeze load.
Replies: 16
Views: 3748

Sounds like your in for fun reloading and experimenting with some 45/70's, for some aaaachewww loads
If I was sure of the back ground, I'd put a big piece of lead though the yote.
John
by Bronco
Fri Jan 25, 2008 10:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Unscrewing a barrel?
Replies: 18
Views: 3814

Doesn't the head space have to be checked after the swap????
John
by Bronco
Thu Jan 24, 2008 7:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 45-70 to .410?
Replies: 5
Views: 1584

Question
Is it okay to fire a short 410 in a 1886(new), even loaded singularly, for up close snake loads? Getting a new Browning 1886 SRC soon, first 45/70, and this is just adding to the excitement. :D :D .
John
by Bronco
Thu Jan 24, 2008 6:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Is this any good on .348 brass...???
Replies: 6
Views: 1117

Let that be your answer 8)
John
by Bronco
Thu Jan 24, 2008 2:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 21 below
Replies: 35
Views: 5845

Hey Guys, But it's a dry cold, right?? Born and raised in Kalifornie. Hated it for years, but the money was here. Retired now, last Nov. 30 and looking to get OUT of here. Got myself to thinking, convinced, it's a dry cold and it won't be that bad. Going to look at Baker City, Or. and since I am clo...
by Bronco
Sun Jan 20, 2008 11:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The 50 Alaskan is a real headache!
Replies: 41
Views: 6467

Squeeze the trigger, don't jerk, squeeze. I know the feeling, after a few of my M 71 50-110: I need a little alone time with a rimfire to get back to Squeeze.

John
by Bronco
Sat Jan 19, 2008 2:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Attn Ca shooters Barnes is expanding their line
Replies: 25
Views: 3900

I heard tell that the condor taste is somewhere between a spotted owl and a bald eagle 8)
by Bronco
Wed Jan 16, 2008 5:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Yet another 45/70 question
Replies: 5
Views: 1281

Yet another 45/70 question

Howdy, I spent a lot of time developing my 50-110 loads. However with the Browning 1886 SRC am getting I would like to gather some knowledge from you all. I looked at Midway and the bullet weights run all over the place 300gr to 500gr cast GC. for the 45/70. Have any of you found that the heavier bu...
by Bronco
Wed Jan 16, 2008 11:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - About The Worst Movie I Ever Looked At
Replies: 15
Views: 2811

You guys are making me feel better. Watched the first and waded through it, after all it is a western. Had some business last night and tried to record the srcond episode, but something went wrong and it didn't get the show recorded. Feel better now!

John
by Bronco
Tue Jan 15, 2008 12:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chronographing the right way
Replies: 13
Views: 2557

Hey JM
There are a lot of ballistic programs free on the internet. In them they will have you imput the distance from muzzle that the crono is. They will give the MV.
John
by Bronco
Sun Jan 13, 2008 11:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Mismatched bullets from Winchester
Replies: 18
Views: 3126

Hey JM
Would like it if you would share the response, if any, from Midway.

John
by Bronco
Wed Jan 09, 2008 3:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Price Check - Browning 1886 SRC
Replies: 13
Views: 2775

Howdy, Want to thank everyone here for the help. The wallet was quivering and did not know wether to squeeze one off. Well after you feedback the wallet calmed down, I squeezed and BOOM , bought the Browning 1886 SRC. I am out here in Kaliforneea and it will be awhile before I take possession. Will ...
by Bronco
Tue Jan 08, 2008 10:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Price Check - Browning 1886 SRC
Replies: 13
Views: 2775

Thanks,

Wallet is quivering, don't know yet as to squeeze it or not.

John
by Bronco
Tue Jan 08, 2008 9:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Price Check - Browning 1886 SRC
Replies: 13
Views: 2775

Price Check - Browning 1886 SRC

Hey Guys,
Found a Browning 1886 carbine, 45/70, for $1050. What say ye, yea or nay on the price?

John
by Bronco
Tue Jan 08, 2008 8:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Politics.. This is to good not to share
Replies: 43
Views: 6742

I am not talking about the politics and actions that led up to the decision of going there. I am only talking about what was done wrong after the decision to go there was made.
John
by Bronco
Tue Jan 08, 2008 8:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Politics.. This is to good not to share
Replies: 43
Views: 6742

Howdy,
I have been saying this ever since day one. The only thing that we did wrong in the sandbox was Rumsfield not listening to the people that spent their life studing the art of war(General Shinseki ) :evil: :evil: :cry: . God bless the troops and God bless America.
John
by Bronco
Tue Jan 08, 2008 6:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your ultimate deep woods deer gun?
Replies: 46
Views: 7166

If it was a standard modern rifle it would be a Marlin guide gun in 45/70 with barrel sites and a see-thru weaver mount for a aim-point if I wanted it on, 20" barrel. Large loop lever, in case I was wearing gloves. If I could dream it would be a Win. 1886 in 50-110, set up the same. Either way ...
by Bronco
Mon Jan 07, 2008 8:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Do you name your guns?
Replies: 51
Views: 7146

Howdy,

I have tried to name some, but it just doesn't come to me. Have one that has a name. It's a prairie dog, ground squirrel-varmint rifle name "Misty", for what it does to'em :shock: . Works good on yotes if'n ther close enuff. :wink:
John
by Bronco
Sat Jan 05, 2008 7:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Don't 'Ya Hate Deburring
Replies: 13
Views: 2704

Howdy, I know that there is a whole bunch of ways to skin a cat. Some more expensive that others. Back when I was competing High Power rifle approx. 600 cases a month plus the giggles shooting :lol: I finally purchased a 3 way cutter from RCBS. Didn't want to spent any more time trimming and deburri...
by Bronco
Sun Dec 30, 2007 12:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT / Although I wish it wasn't....
Replies: 10
Views: 2174

Like it has been stated, this has been talked about, a lot , and it is the way it is. Would say more but the dirt is already worn out.

John
by Bronco
Sat Dec 29, 2007 2:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Adios Amigos!
Replies: 78
Views: 12412

When I see yur posts I am always wunderin, what is that old paahtoot :wink: up ta. I'm gonna miss yur posts while yur out walk'n about. Would luv ya ta come back to the far when ya git ta these heer parts agin, sit'n and tell us the things yav seen.

John

Spel check turn'd off'n purpuss :D :D