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by 3leggedturtle
Sun Oct 12, 2008 11:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Opinions on Ruger's 96/22M
Replies: 9
Views: 1928

Re: Opinions on Ruger's 96/22M

Get it; they are great guns, accurate and reliable.Plus they will outlast your kids.
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Oct 12, 2008 10:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR: A HILBILLY LOVE POEM
Replies: 14
Views: 1663

Re: HUMOR: A HILBILLY LOVE POEM

UUHH YYEPP:) Todd
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Oct 12, 2008 9:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Not OT: Weather
Replies: 8
Views: 769

Not OT: Weather

Southern Minesota is having 70 and sunny days and 45 and clear nights. Great shooting days and lovely bonfire nights. Hows yours weather, where you are at :) Todd
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Oct 12, 2008 9:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - it sucks when this happens
Replies: 18
Views: 2092

Re: OT - it sucks when this happens

Happened to me too. Ispent 15mins typing up loads and chrono results and hit submit, then said i had to LOGIN in to post results. :( Todd
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Oct 12, 2008 9:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT My boys turns 8 today, 1 October 2008
Replies: 16
Views: 2436

Re: OT My boys turns 8 today, 1 October 2008

Just keep this thought in mind. To your son these ARE the good old days. With your pictures you leave him, he will always remember how much fun he had with his OLD MAN. :) Todd BTW my boys turns 18 December 31 at 18:26
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Oct 09, 2008 8:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT? Has a lever
Replies: 5
Views: 674

OT? Has a lever

Found a Mossberg SSi in 308, NIB for $300, is this a decent rifle. Seemed heavy for a single shot. Anybody Have experienc with one of these.
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Sep 29, 2008 10:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT? Buying frenzy
Replies: 10
Views: 1801

Re: OT? Buying frenzy

i'm looking for for Ruger convertibles in 22, 357/9mm, 45C/45Auto, , Gloc or Ruger 9mm auto, Ruger or 191 type 45auto, and 22 autos, so shouldnt have to hard time finding one i like
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Sep 29, 2008 9:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT? Buying frenzy
Replies: 10
Views: 1801

OT? Buying frenzy

Since i have all the levers i need, (not want) am looking for pistols. Have called on 7 different types. They are all sold within hours of the papers coming out!! Has any one else noticed this.Also missed a 375 XTR for $315. Am disappointed cuz i had the money burning my pocket.
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Sep 28, 2008 4:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PRICE CHECK - Ruger single-six
Replies: 11
Views: 1290

PRICE CHECK - Ruger single-six

Is $325 too much for a Ruger single six in stainless with just 22lr cylinder and no 22 mag thans
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Sep 25, 2008 12:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT.. ENJOY the good old matinees
Replies: 4
Views: 967

Re: OT.. ENJOY the good old matinees

I had Tex Ritters albumn which had Hillbilly Heaven on it. Played the heck out of it.
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Sep 25, 2008 12:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rifle twist
Replies: 3
Views: 623

Re: Rifle twist

was reading cast boolits article and the guy said a 1-26" was optimal for 240-250gr bullets. Good articles; go to cast booloits.com and click on cast.pics
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Sep 24, 2008 9:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chrony suggestios
Replies: 8
Views: 1143

Chrony suggestios

Just/finally bought a chrony. would hints or tips about using it right the first time thanks.
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Sep 14, 2008 9:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Calculating rifling twists?
Replies: 4
Views: 894

Re: Calculating rifling twists?

Hey thanks those are great articles and information
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Sep 14, 2008 1:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Calculating rifling twists?
Replies: 4
Views: 894

Calculating rifling twists?

is there a formula to figure out twists for caliber compared to weight. I.E. 30 cal 150gr RN could you get by with 1-14 or even 1-16. In looking at the .30 Herrett it shows 150 gr at 2000FPS and it stabilizes.(in Hornady 7th edition) I also shoot 170 Lee RN's at about 1300 with no evidence of keyhol...
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Sep 14, 2008 11:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR - Why, Why, Why?
Replies: 9
Views: 1257

Re: HUMOR - Why, Why, Why?

Thats a new one, never thought about Tarzan being clean shaven. Also Jane leggs were very clean and smoth with no stubble. AND one night Tarzan came home, and instead of having a shot of whiskey he asked for a double, Jane looks all concerned and asks why whats wrong. Tarzan looks at her and says &q...
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Sep 14, 2008 11:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WAY OT: storing vegetables
Replies: 7
Views: 876

WAY OT: storing vegetables

Have access to alot of cabbage and peppers how long will they keep in fridge? How would you keep them in long term storage?
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Sep 11, 2008 9:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - The "Big Fifty" Sharps by Elmer Keith - A/R Jun 1940
Replies: 18
Views: 2579

Re: OT - The "Big Fifty" Sharps by Elmer Keith - A/R Jun 1940

sounds good i pm'ed ya please send one thanks todd
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Sep 10, 2008 10:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Conservative/Marine Humor
Replies: 7
Views: 939

Re: OT - Conservative/Marine Humor

I first heard this joke after Bush became pres, and He (marine) kept asking for Clinton. Sure didnt go over well with local democrap club :)
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Sep 10, 2008 9:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Contender shooters
Replies: 11
Views: 2153

Re: OT: Contender shooters

well beem finding barrels in the $100-$150 range, and the most i spend on them afterward is: when i send them to mike bellm to be rechambered. Have orderd 3 from t/c custom shop and for all the BS you about T/C barrels these will shoot 1MOA when i hold right. the 45 auto barrel only does 2-3 inches ...
by 3leggedturtle
Tue Sep 09, 2008 5:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Confession - I am a caliber junkie...
Replies: 15
Views: 1916

Re: Confession - I am a caliber junkie...

m the same way want a contender carbine barrel in .30 mauser and the .22 carbine and .30 carbine. still have 1000 308 mil-brass for my soon to be 308. and the 250 cobra (25/220 swift) is on my short list which is about 3 years old. yep it never ends.
by 3leggedturtle
Tue Sep 09, 2008 1:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Contender shooters
Replies: 11
Views: 2153

OT: Contender shooters

Any one have the 9mm luger barrel with .357 groove dianeter. How is the accuracy? Hobie where do you get the Choate barrel extensions? cant find 'em in Midway catalog
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Sep 01, 2008 12:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hi gents happy labor day and range report
Replies: 4
Views: 721

Re: Hi gents happy labor day and range report

need the 125gr for rabid chipmunks! :)
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Sep 01, 2008 12:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Labor Day Hello part2
Replies: 0
Views: 850

Labor Day Hello part2

Got bac last nite at 2030 and first thing i did was bring up leverguns.com. Just got internet hooked up up last wedsnesday and didnt have time to surf b4 going up north. Been on for 9 of the last 14 hours, sleep gets in the way. Sure is nice to see everyone is getting to shows and getting projects s...
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Sep 01, 2008 12:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Henry Lever peep sight
Replies: 6
Views: 2990

Henry Lever peep sight

Has anyone installed a tang sight on your Henry 22LR lever? if so which model did you use? thanks todd
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Aug 31, 2008 11:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hi gents happy labor day and range report
Replies: 4
Views: 721

Hi gents happy labor day and range report

went to the cabin in north minnesota, brought my Puma 357 and 3 loads. 1st load was saeco 180RF with 12.5 of 2400 3 shots into 1.5 inches shot to point of aim (POA) had nice thump to it , also penetrated 15' of dried poplar. 2nd load REM 147HP (for 9mm) with 10.5 of HS7 also did 1.5inches shot to PO...
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Jul 16, 2008 11:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ot: welding barrel extensions
Replies: 4
Views: 643

ot: welding barrel extensions

i want to add a 2inch "tip" on a contender barrel to make it 16" legal. can I MIG or TIG it? Also went thru Staunton, VA and noticed the the Exit numbers were 225, 222 and 220. Hobie is that why you live there?
by 3leggedturtle
Tue Apr 22, 2008 12:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 16" 30/30 velocity
Replies: 2
Views: 708

16" 30/30 velocity

Anyone here reload for 30/30 with 16inch barrel. and do you chronograph the velocity, would like to what bullets and powders you use.. TODD
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Apr 11, 2008 1:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Levergun forumn truckers
Replies: 23
Views: 3569

Hey Coldfinger

I bicycled the Dalton hiway in July of 1997 i loved it up there. Does your company need more drivers. My goal is to live up there in 1-3 years. 2 hills i remember most from the raod was Gobbler's Knob and Camelback,and Attigun Pass was pretty good to!
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Apr 11, 2008 1:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: GANDER MTN CLOSEOUT Eau Claire, WI
Replies: 15
Views: 2840

i sure

everytime i go thru Eau Claire i stop at quik trip and get the Traders Post and then to Scheels and Gander. I usually headup the road and hit the guns shops in Chetek Rice Lake and Spooner and then go eat lunch or dinner with my aunt and uncle.
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Apr 10, 2008 1:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Levergun forumn truckers
Replies: 23
Views: 3569

OT: Levergun forumn truckers

Well my first trip with Roehl they sent me to Newark New Jersey, so am no longer a east coast virgin. saw NYC from 2 miles away. Took I80 thru Pennsylvania on the way out sure is alot hillier and prettier than i thought it would be. On the way back went thru Wheeling, WV, would like to spend a week ...
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Apr 10, 2008 1:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: GANDER MTN CLOSEOUT Eau Claire, WI
Replies: 15
Views: 2840

GANDER MTN CLOSEOUT Eau Claire, WI

If any of you live close to there they have primers going for 17.99 for 1000. they only have large and small pistol primers but i bought 2 boxes of each plus Hodgon Universal for 11.99 pound and the last 2 1 pound containers of Accurate xm5744 for 14.99 each. its gonna rain and snow here in st.paul ...
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Mar 12, 2008 2:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Renting reamers
Replies: 2
Views: 709

Renting reamers

Hi all, glad to be back in town, want to rent a 30/30 reamer and a 357 mag reamer. Where do you find them at? thanks
by 3leggedturtle
Tue Jan 29, 2008 9:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WTB: 30 Herrett dies
Replies: 5
Views: 1482

Artic goose sure send pictures i'll be out for awhile thanks
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 2:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This oughta bring a smile to your faces...
Replies: 3
Views: 1399

I've seen this on the outdoor life channel. Wanna say Knob Hill, Kentucky holds it. Also saw it on Mail call. It is a real good clean fun event. Am jealous i wont be able to get to one any time soon..
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 2:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Politics - The Worst Kiss
Replies: 14
Views: 2938

Hopefulley it will be the kiss of death for both of'em :)
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 1:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Humor - seat belt laws
Replies: 8
Views: 1954

I've said this before "how demeaning to women". OK guys she left the room, now i just have to keep a straight face every time i look at her in the passenger seat. And how do i explain this dopey grin on my face for the next 2-3 days!!!!! thnaks alot ----guess i' m stuck in the basement for...
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 1:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Which receiver sight and why?
Replies: 17
Views: 3042

wow great gun, i use both william and Lyman, some have "positive" adjustments and some have quick adjustments just depends how fast or often you adjust your sights. They work and look great happy shooting..
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 1:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OK city Gunshow
Replies: 6
Views: 1271

2row how often is the show in OKC. Do you see any 30 herrett dies there? I come thru every month or so
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 1:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Articles by Paco
Replies: 11
Views: 3530

Yes i wish i found them back in the70's when i started reloading. When i read the articles on 30 carbine 256win mag and 30/30 I KNEW iw as NORMAL. Is there any we we can get them downloaded?
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 11:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Comparing 45 cal cartridges
Replies: 22
Views: 3613

Trust me on this one Get the 45/70 first and then buy the Puma in 454 or 45colt. I have both Dont want to offend any body but i would throw away my beloved 30/30 to keep them!!!! i shot my plain jane 1895 for year but for hiking around it is heavy after 4-5 hours, I then traded a Mini-30 stainless i...
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 11:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: O.T. "Ouch"
Replies: 7
Views: 1605

hopefully he's injured enough so he can't procreate!!!!!!!!
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 11:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: What bullets to buy?
Replies: 7
Views: 1577

For jacketed i use bulk Rem 125gr Golden sabre they are accurate and you can shoot them to 2000+fps fps. For lead i cast 180FP Saeco's. they perform well from light loads to as fast as you care to load. My Puma even feeds 38 wadcutters nicely.
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 11:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: What bullets to buy?
Replies: 7
Views: 1577

For jacketed i use bulk Rem 125gr Golden sabre they are accurate and you can shoot them to 2000+fps fps. For lead i cast 180FP Saeco's. they perform well from light loads to as fast as you care to load. My Puma even feeds 38 wadcutters nicely.
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 11:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question on M92 in 45LC
Replies: 11
Views: 2718

I shoot a 255FP lead in front of 15.7gr of HS7 out of my 16" 45 Puma they give a stout shove and are nicely accurate to 100 yards. Let shoulder tell you how to load it. Happy shooting
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 11:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FWIW: reload problem
Replies: 6
Views: 1871

TedH, i shoot these bullets out of my 358Bellm and get 1-2 inch groups at 100 yards. They go about 2500fps and they expand nicely but dont blow up or disinegrate. Plus i just like trying different combos. I ve never crimped bullets for levers and have never had a bullets get pushed back .i left 1 ca...
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 28, 2008 5:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WTB: 30 Herrett dies
Replies: 5
Views: 1482

WTB: 30 Herrett dies

Any one have 30 Herrett dies they would like to sell?
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Jan 16, 2008 3:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FWIW: reload problem
Replies: 6
Views: 1871

FWIW: reload problem

Wanted to load some Rem 147JHP for the 9mm in my 357. The bullets would just slide in with little pressure by hand. So figured I would buy 9mm die but didnt want to wait that long. After a long nites sleep and then a long nap afterwards. it hit me to look at 222 Rem dies. noticed that it went from 3...