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by .45colt
Fri Aug 04, 2023 2:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rossi 92
Replies: 15
Views: 650

Re: Rossi 92

That is the going price today . hard to believe . the last one I saw on the shelf was that price. :o .
by .45colt
Mon Jul 24, 2023 5:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old cars and trucks in case of an EMP
Replies: 39
Views: 1417

Re: Old cars and trucks in case of an EMP

Unless things make a drastic turn around in the next election EVERYONE IN RURAL AMERICA IS SCREWED. I HAVE A DELAPIDATED PROPERTY NEXT DOOR....the owner? has been gone now for 10 months. grass is waist high, windows falling off....there are local "scrap Vultures " who want to go in and ste...
by .45colt
Thu Jul 20, 2023 8:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Remington Rolling Block Short Range Target
Replies: 6
Views: 341

Re: Remington Rolling Block Short Range Target

I bet that's quite a Shooter.! Can't wait to see some Targets. :D .
by .45colt
Tue Jul 18, 2023 8:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers for Normas mom please
Replies: 20
Views: 480

Re: Prayers for Normas mom please

Prayers Up.
by .45colt
Mon Jul 17, 2023 4:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin Cowboy 45-70
Replies: 9
Views: 340

Re: Marlin Cowboy 45-70

I remember that one very well You Old Coot...... :shock: .. 8) . I have your load written down my Lyman Reloading Book.!
by .45colt
Wed Jul 12, 2023 4:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Big tree went down….sell the wood?
Replies: 11
Views: 473

Re: Big tree went down….sell the wood?

The Amish here would give You Top Dollar here , IF they Weren't All out fishing for Walleyes in Ohio....................................................... :shock: :D :D :D :D .
by .45colt
Wed Jul 12, 2023 9:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Feeling sorry for our friends in Phoenix
Replies: 34
Views: 911

Re: Feeling sorry for our friends in Phoenix

I don't care where We live extreme weather can be a week away. Look at the flooding in New England the last few days. Hurricanes in Florida every year. In My 70 years living near Lake Erie I remember winters that were never ending. Friends of ours moved from Here to Phoenix in the 90's for about 15 ...
by .45colt
Tue Jul 04, 2023 8:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 14869

Re: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)

The Fun Continues!!! Awesome Pups. :D .
by .45colt
Mon Jun 26, 2023 3:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you do something for long enough…..
Replies: 35
Views: 848

Re: If you do something for long enough…..

Great post Scott ,That's Good Shooting. Walt; I wish You Luck with the surgery. I've been down the road with cataracts and had a tough time after the operation's. I'm the one in million who has had trouble after surgery but if I had been born a generation earlier I'd be blind now. Stay positive. !!
by .45colt
Thu Jun 15, 2023 8:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Today
Replies: 34
Views: 1202

Re: Today

Thanks for the post and pic's ! sure looks like a Great Time.
by .45colt
Thu Jun 15, 2023 8:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Andy Larson
Replies: 7
Views: 449

Re: Andy Larson

"Thanks for taking care of this forum for us Andy! Much appreciated!" +1!! Thanks for posting Jim.
by .45colt
Mon Jun 12, 2023 3:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New gun day.
Replies: 18
Views: 619

Re: New gun day.

They are cool guns Nath!! I bought mine in the '70's for about $80.00. I shot a lot of skeet with those 1/2 oz loads and h110 . Have Fun. :D .
by .45colt
Fri Jun 09, 2023 6:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So Proud Of My Daughter
Replies: 19
Views: 585

Re: So Proud Of My Daughter

That's Great News. I wish Her continued success. !!
by .45colt
Fri Jun 09, 2023 6:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Fire!!
Replies: 7
Views: 307

Re: Fire!!

Awesome!!! And Yep I wish it was closer to dark............ :D .
by .45colt
Tue Jun 06, 2023 4:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Canada smoke
Replies: 11
Views: 449

Re: Canada smoke

We live here about 2 miles from Lake Erie . there are fires up in Ontario that are putting a haze on the sky and all over the lake, yesterday and today. You could even smell the smoke in the Air. pretty big stuff.
by .45colt
Tue Jun 06, 2023 11:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Day of Days
Replies: 8
Views: 358

Re: The Day of Days

The Older I get the more it sinks in as to the level of Sacrifice not only of the GI's but Americans as a whole to win the war. God Bless Them All. I don't think it could ever happen again. :(
by .45colt
Tue Jun 06, 2023 11:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 14869

Re: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)

Awesome Fun!! :D .
by .45colt
Sun Jun 04, 2023 2:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lawn Mowin'
Replies: 24
Views: 700

Re: Lawn Mowin'

I feel Your pain Griff, been down the lawn mower road many times..... last week when a newer trimming mower wouldn't run, I pull the old Gravely mower out from under the back porch where it sat all winter. put some fresh gas in it...wrap the starter cord around the flywheel three times , open the ga...
by .45colt
Sun Jun 04, 2023 2:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 41 years
Replies: 31
Views: 888

Re: 41 years

Congrats Old Pard!! I think We here have been at it a little longer, and I can Echo Your sentiments exactly. Have a Big Party. God Bless.
by .45colt
Sun Jun 04, 2023 11:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My son Jaeger graduates today
Replies: 20
Views: 473

Re: My son Jaeger graduates today

Congrats to Both of You!! :D .
by .45colt
Sat May 27, 2023 4:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 14869

Re: Just a matter of time PUPPY BORN

I give You All the credit in the world Gunny, a huge undertaking. I just hope that Momma and the surviving pups are up and running in a week. :D . I'm near 70 and they would do Me in. Congrats.
by .45colt
Sat May 27, 2023 4:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Grandpa's Model 70
Replies: 16
Views: 740

Re: Grandpa's Model 70

Great post about some wonderful Guns. Thanks Jason. :D .
by .45colt
Wed May 24, 2023 1:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 50-100-450
Replies: 19
Views: 908

Re: Winchester 50-100-450

Awesome! If I had that one here I would feel well armed against the herds of chipmunks We have this year. Why don't it Talk. :D .
by .45colt
Wed May 17, 2023 4:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Vein procedure
Replies: 20
Views: 683

Re: Vein procedure

Hope You are soon 100% ! some of the worst pain I ever felt is when I had surgery on one of my fingers and they numbed it with Lidocaine . :shock: .
by .45colt
Wed May 17, 2023 3:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Answered prayers
Replies: 27
Views: 997

Re: Answered prayers

Awesome.! :D .
by .45colt
Wed May 17, 2023 3:56 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Puttin' Off a Project
Replies: 6
Views: 326

Re: Puttin' Off a Project

I hope You can find a good welding shop. We have one nearby that are a bunch of Wizards . anything they fix is better than the day it left the factory.
by .45colt
Sun May 14, 2023 7:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "Oh Say Can You See..." (Prayers Requested) < 5/14 update >
Replies: 26
Views: 975

Re: "Oh Say Can You See..." (Prayers Requested) < 5/14 update >

Well as One who has been down this road I can truly say.....Have Faith and Pray that You vision will be restored. modern medicine can work amazing things We would have never thought about even fifty years ago. Try to be positive and stay strong ....one Day at a Time...... MORE PRAYERS UP....FOR A CO...
by .45colt
Sun May 14, 2023 6:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "Oh Say Can You See..." (Prayers Requested) < 5/14 update >
Replies: 26
Views: 975

Re: "Oh Say Can You See..." (Prayers Requested)

Hope things are improving for You , give Us an Update when You Can.............
by .45colt
Thu May 11, 2023 10:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Chilling Thought
Replies: 26
Views: 1277

Re: A Chilling Thought

KWK, How much does it cost to run Your car? How would electric cars do in a very cold winter environment ? Thank You.
by .45colt
Thu May 11, 2023 8:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'm free .... sort of.
Replies: 15
Views: 889

Re: I'm free .... sort of.

You have had a tough time Joe. I pray things will continue to go well for Your situation. Now that You can drive again is the Key! Stay Strong.
by .45colt
Wed May 10, 2023 7:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "Oh Say Can You See..." (Prayers Requested) < 5/14 update >
Replies: 26
Views: 975

Re: "Oh Say Can You See..." (Prayers Requested)

Prayers up.! We were out of town last week , eight years ago I had cataract surgery on both eyes. I was thrilled as I could see like an Eagle. around six weeks after surgery I had a torn retina in My left eye. the Doctors tried to weld it using a laser in the office. it tore again and had to have a ...
by .45colt
Wed May 10, 2023 12:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: would you pick a 357 pistol or a 45 colt for a gun fight
Replies: 48
Views: 2274

Re: would you pick a 357 pistol or a 45 colt for a gun fight

When the Boogie Man comes around..... as Keith said "when You need a Gun, You need it badly" . If I have a choice the handguns will take the day off and My A5's with 00buck and slugs come out to play.
by .45colt
Thu Apr 27, 2023 5:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sudden Loss...
Replies: 14
Views: 756

Re: Sudden Loss...

Thanks Guys, When My Dad passed at 58 years old in '81 I was floored.....One of My Women Cousins pulled Me aside and said" As hard as it is He never got old or sick. My Dad could have passed for Clark Gable...... It was hard to take.
by .45colt
Thu Apr 27, 2023 11:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PUPPIES
Replies: 14
Views: 615

Re: PUPPIES

Yep I knew it was a Rat. I spent some time with one at a relative's about 10 years ago as the Dog was better company than some people in the House. It is the smartest dog I ever saw and I'll never forget it. I would have one but My Young neighbors next-door have a boxer that is totally nuts and It w...
by .45colt
Thu Apr 27, 2023 8:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sudden Loss...
Replies: 14
Views: 756

Sudden Loss...

My Oldest Sister lost Her Husband of 55 years Tuesday from a massive heart attack. He was 78 not overweight, not a smoker or drinker , a busy active Man. In the last weeks He was given a great report from His Doctor who told Him to keep doing whatever You do. His Doctor is speechless. Give Thanks Ev...
by .45colt
Thu Apr 27, 2023 7:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PUPPIES
Replies: 14
Views: 615

Re: PUPPIES

Well Gunny You will have a fun summer!. That's a lot of puppies. That is a beautiful dog Scott. My favorite breed.
by .45colt
Tue Apr 25, 2023 3:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Here I sit all broken hearted...
Replies: 16
Views: 829

Re: Here I sit all broken hearted...

Good Luck Gunny...with your truck.........My............ "LAST"... Jeep........ had a hydraulic clutch and it failed at around 75k after the warranty expired. By that time I enough of Jeep forever..........
by .45colt
Tue Apr 25, 2023 8:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any thoughts on the new Marlins?
Replies: 25
Views: 1547

Re: Any thoughts on the new Marlins?

There is no downside to the new Marlins for Me. I have many JM Marlins that I bought before they were sold to Remington . I expect the new guns will work right and shoot well. seems like a lot of coin to lay out for a levergun but look at what a new house , truck , Jeep or anything else costs today.
by .45colt
Sat Apr 22, 2023 3:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First Indiscretion of 2023
Replies: 24
Views: 1039

Re: First Indiscretion of 2023

Good for You 6pt !! I only wish it could talk... :D ..Yesterday was my birthday and I celebrated by buying an expensive sporting item that I could never afford before. At dinner My Son said Dad "use it and have Fun .....you will never take it with You."................... The money.
by .45colt
Thu Apr 20, 2023 3:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Schofield Rig
Replies: 21
Views: 741

Re: Schofield Rig

You have some real talent!! Wow. :D .
by .45colt
Thu Apr 13, 2023 3:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Henry
Replies: 5
Views: 356

Re: New Henry

This is Great news.! Henrys customer service is the Best. :D
by .45colt
Thu Apr 13, 2023 9:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Brooms and Boxes
Replies: 52
Views: 2227

Re: Brooms and Boxes

More Awesome stuff! Thanks Pard. :D .
by .45colt
Thu Apr 13, 2023 9:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need prayers for a friend
Replies: 18
Views: 524

Re: Need prayers for a friend

Prayers Up.
by .45colt
Tue Apr 11, 2023 6:22 pm
Forum: Politics
Topic: Chairmen of the Politically Incorrect
Replies: 12487
Views: 745344

Re: Chairmen of the Politically Incorrect

Good Job Oldwin.... :D . Just like My Young Neighbor who bought a Kubota tractor that was submerged in a pond three years ago. tore it apart with My Son for help. had a bent connecting rod.....replaced the rod and a gasket kit and sold it for 2k. Hicks Rule.!
by .45colt
Tue Apr 11, 2023 11:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Had a scare yesterday
Replies: 19
Views: 846

Re: Had a scare yesterday

Glad Your Friend is on the mend ! In 2009 My Mom passed from old/age & surgery on a Friday. The next morning I got a phone call early in the morning. my Coworker and Friend Cal died on the way to work, dropping His motorcycle in a rural front yard. He was 61 and in excellent health. ended up He ...
by .45colt
Mon Apr 10, 2023 5:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: From Gary Reeder: New Rossi Model 92
Replies: 21
Views: 1048

Re: From Gary Reeder: New Rossi Model 92

The best truck I ever had was a '66 Ford F250 , 351 V8. four speed with a granny low first gear.....gone with the wind. :cry: . no smog ,no epa, just a big motor... the Good thing about the Rossi guns is that they are prolly about 1k less than they would be with out hand fitting. This world is evolv...
by .45colt
Mon Apr 10, 2023 5:13 pm
Forum: Politics
Topic: Chairmen of the Politically Incorrect
Replies: 12487
Views: 745344

Re: Chairmen of the Politically Incorrect

My Grandparents nearly starved during the depression....they lived largely on turtle meat in the winter. when I was a Kid We would go out in the row boat on the river at 5Am to check lines. Gramp would catch ten turtles and put them in a big wash tub. somewhere there is a picture of Me 10 years old ...
by .45colt
Fri Apr 07, 2023 5:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Steak Grilling
Replies: 33
Views: 1333

Re: Steak Grilling

I don't know anything as I have only been a meat cutter for 50 years......Get a good well marbled Choice piece of meat, it don't have to be "prime", angus or anything, I use Montreal steak seasoning on mine, let it set on a plate for an hour to get warm . throw it on a charcoal fire till t...
by .45colt
Fri Apr 07, 2023 4:51 pm
Forum: Politics
Topic: Chairmen of the Politically Incorrect
Replies: 12487
Views: 745344

Re: Chairmen of the Politically Incorrect

Well Oldwin I cant Waite to see Your Dad up driving that JD. :D .