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by Sarge
Wed Aug 02, 2023 10:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lockback Pocket Knife
Replies: 33
Views: 994

Re: Lockback Pocket Knife

Wasn't aware any Randall blades were that low priced.. It's a different 'Randall', Vic. https://www.knivesplus.com/ontario-rat-randall-knives.html Ok......makes sense. Thank you Sarge You're welcome Vic. I believe RAT contracted these through Ontario since about 2002. I also read, recently, this sa...
by Sarge
Tue Aug 01, 2023 8:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lockback Pocket Knife
Replies: 33
Views: 994

Re: Lockback Pocket Knife

TraderVic wrote: Tue Aug 01, 2023 8:01 am Wasn't aware any Randall blades were that low priced..
It's a different 'Randall', Vic.

https://www.knivesplus.com/ontario-rat- ... nives.html
by Sarge
Mon Jul 31, 2023 8:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lockback Pocket Knife
Replies: 33
Views: 994

Re: Lockback Pocket Knife

I bought a very light, liner-lock pocket knife at the outdoor market last summer. It looked to have decent steel and a very 'work friendly' checkered handle. It did have a little bend in the last 3/16" of the point but that's an easy fix. The blade was marked AUS8-II and 'Randall's Adventure Tr...
by Sarge
Sun Jul 30, 2023 4:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Moving away from the AR-15
Replies: 84
Views: 2730

Re: Moving away from the AR-15

I went decades w/o an AR and never felt like I was missing anything. I picked up a nice Armalite HBAR a few years ago; decent trigger and very accurate. It weighed about nine pounds and you could barely hear a 300 yard hit on steel with hearing protection on. I sold it and bought a 1955 Marlin 336 T...
by Sarge
Sun Jul 30, 2023 8:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Deer Hunting with Rossi 357 Magnum Factory loads ??
Replies: 21
Views: 2018

Re: Deer Hunting with Rossi 357 Magnum Factory loads ??

The federal american eagle 158 gr. soft nose seems to be quite popular. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0dMXKHUxjgQ&pp=ygUqZmVkZXJhbCBhbWVyaWNhbiBlYWdsZSAzNTcgbWFnIDE1OCBnciBqc3Ag "it is easy to mistake thinking a broadside shot is what your seeing when in reality the deer is standing at an ...
by Sarge
Mon Jul 17, 2023 6:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: lever guns in general
Replies: 12
Views: 758

Re: lever guns in general

My heros have always been cowboys.
by Sarge
Tue Jul 11, 2023 11:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 38 special and 44 special RNFP Home defense ammo out of carbines
Replies: 33
Views: 1010

Re: 38 special and 44 special RNFP Home defense ammo out of carbines

I believe Hornady FTX will meet your needs, with a rubber tip that should be safe in tube magazines.
by Sarge
Fri Jul 07, 2023 11:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: win94 in 44mag yea or nay
Replies: 16
Views: 722

Re: win94 in 44mag yea or nay

In any caliber or configuration of lever action I use, I'll take Winchester (or high quality direct copy) every time. I have never had one shoot poorly, choke or require constant tinkering to keep it running. I don't do crossbolt safeties and I don't like the later rebounding hammer, but the latter ...
by Sarge
Sun Jun 25, 2023 9:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any new Blackhawks in the crowd?
Replies: 16
Views: 643

Re: Any new Blackhawks in the crowd?

Add me to the 'blissfully ignorant' congregation.
by Sarge
Fri Jun 23, 2023 10:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chronied 44 mag Hornady custom 200XTP
Replies: 20
Views: 665

Re: Chronied 44 mag Hornady custom 200XTP

On the box it says 1500fps from a revolver which sounds about right as I ran it through my 20"Rossi 92 and velocities were 2016fps, 2004fps, 1998fps. Fast and consistent and muzzle energy averages at 1780ftlbs. . One fella told me at that speed he had multiple broadside exits on small hogs as ...
by Sarge
Thu Jun 08, 2023 6:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Loading 38/40 with "inconvenient" bullets
Replies: 6
Views: 363

Re: Loading 38/40 with "inconvenient" bullets

Well I'll be danged. Earl is loading 40/10mm bullets in his 38-40 and I am loading 38-40 bullets in my 40 S&W. Fired bullet (by T&B) sailed through four gallons of water with three pieces of 3/8" plywood stacked between them. https://www.thesixgunjournal.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2...
by Sarge
Tue Jun 06, 2023 8:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 35 Remington fans here?
Replies: 30
Views: 954

Re: 35 Remington fans here?

I've got an old Ballard rifled 336 Texan in 35 Remington, for which I load the 200 grain Sierra to 2155 fps. I can tell you it wallops deer real hard at 130 yards.

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by Sarge
Wed May 17, 2023 1:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Answered prayers
Replies: 27
Views: 993

Re: Answered prayers

Don't know how I missed this but congratulations, praise God and may He continue to bless you both richly!
by Sarge
Sun May 14, 2023 11:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Why Handload?
Replies: 36
Views: 1327

Re: Why Handload?

My dad was a brick and stone mason, had my skinny little butt on a mudboat and carrying buckets of mortar by the time I was 11. I got really strong for my size PDQ. I started reloading out of curiosity and kept reloading to save money. One day the light came on and I discovered all I needed was one ...
by Sarge
Thu Apr 27, 2023 5:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any thoughts on the new Marlins?
Replies: 25
Views: 1529

Re: Any thoughts on the new Marlins?

Yes and 7-8 years ago those ARs were 900-1500 bucks and used Marlins & Winchesters were everywhere for 300-450. Two years later, S&W MP15s were under 500 bucks. Something has changed alright, but it ain't manufacturing techniques of one versus the other. It's a buying frenzy fueled by $1300 ...
by Sarge
Sun Apr 23, 2023 5:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My First SAA
Replies: 7
Views: 408

Re: My First SAA

I like it a bunch, Rimfire. One of those in 45 ACP would be the cat's rear end. Please let us know how it shoots.
by Sarge
Sat Apr 22, 2023 5:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rimfire Showdown.
Replies: 3
Views: 270

Re: Rimfire Showdown.

I bought a basic Henry 22 a couple of years ago, the black & walnut 94 Winchester-ish one based on the old Erma 22 lever action. I managed to get one made after they changed to a ramp front sight, attached directly to the barrel with a screw. I wasn't expecting much but it's turned out to one of...
by Sarge
Thu Apr 06, 2023 12:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: USPS disturbances in the force
Replies: 12
Views: 643

Re: USPS disturbances in the force

Memphis and St. Louis are also particularly bad.
by Sarge
Thu Apr 06, 2023 12:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1958
Replies: 12
Views: 615

Re: 1958

That was great, thank you.
by Sarge
Sat Mar 25, 2023 10:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Time With The Dragoon
Replies: 12
Views: 458

Re: Range Time With The Dragoon

Good stuff Jim, I have always liked the 3rd Dragoon.

"Apex of the horse pistol" is an apt description.
by Sarge
Sat Mar 18, 2023 10:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: CAPSTICK
Replies: 23
Views: 1141

Re: CAPSTICK

Whatever Capstick was or wasn't, I have certainly enjoyed his writing along with Hemmingway, Askins and others. We are imperfect creatures as anyone who knows me can attest.
by Sarge
Fri Mar 17, 2023 8:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shooting advice for a 1911 45
Replies: 26
Views: 1149

Re: Shooting advice for a 1911 45

Sometimes, I have to just lie to myself that every trigger pull is a dry-fire and all I'm going hear is a 'click'. And yes, I shoot the 1911 substantially better with an arched mainspring housing. The rest is here-


https://www.thesixgunjournal.net/back-t ... -shooting/
by Sarge
Wed Mar 15, 2023 11:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shorter Barreled Leverguns
Replies: 38
Views: 1379

Re: Shorter Barreled Leverguns

JimT wrote: Wed Mar 15, 2023 7:22 am cj57 ... those are NICE!!
Yes they are! That top one looks like Murder Incorporated for anything inside 200 yards.
by Sarge
Wed Mar 15, 2023 11:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shorter Barreled Leverguns
Replies: 38
Views: 1379

Re: Shorter Barreled Leverguns

I have a bunch of "Trappers". A couple factory, but the majority are custom built affairs. I have used them a lot over the last 3 decades (my dad still carries one hunting at age 81) so I feel I can offer some insight. From my observations, everyone loves the "cool factor". If y...
by Sarge
Wed Mar 08, 2023 9:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning A5
Replies: 15
Views: 605

Re: Browning A5

Belgian A5's are great old shotguns.

https://youtu.be/jM6jNh7FoEQ
by Sarge
Sun Feb 12, 2023 1:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RedHawk woes.
Replies: 22
Views: 1105

Re: RedHawk woes.

marlinman93 wrote: Sun Feb 12, 2023 11:44 am The attitude of "it's within specs" vs. being perfect is disappointing. A gun should be 100% reliable out of the box, regardless of spec parameters.
That's what I've come to refer to as an "80% kit with a serial number".
by Sarge
Sun Feb 12, 2023 9:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RedHawk woes.
Replies: 22
Views: 1105

Re: RedHawk woes.

Hi Scott, hope you and your family are doing well. I went through a similar, frustrating exchange with Ruger over a 45 Blackhawk with a cylinder that was bored off center and off axis. At least your Redhawk wants to shoot well and that is encouraging. You are on the right track with the extended fir...
by Sarge
Fri Feb 10, 2023 6:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Update on my wife Genie
Replies: 37
Views: 1455

Re: Update on my wife Genie

I'm so sorry to hear this Joe. Please accept our condolences and prayers for you all.
by Sarge
Sat Feb 04, 2023 8:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How I got started with the 38-40 by HarryO
Replies: 10
Views: 564

Re: How I got started with the 38-40 by HarryO

My 40 S&W (38-40 Rimless Short :D ) bulk bullet is actually a 38-40 bullet, from Bear Creek Supply. https://www.bearcreeksupplybullets.com/38-40wcf These are 180 grain RNFPs with a nice broad flat point. Shown with a round of Speer 180 grain Lawman, for comparison. https://www.thesixgunjournal.n...
by Sarge
Sat Jan 28, 2023 9:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Best Lever Action Cartridges.
Replies: 19
Views: 819

Re: Best Lever Action Cartridges.

I've had fun with lever actions in revolver calibers but they aren't very practical in open country. The 30-30, 35 Remington and a few others are usable with a 200 yard zero, provided you only use one load and pick your shots. My old 35 is on at 325, at the 3rd step of the rear sight elevator.
by Sarge
Sat Dec 31, 2022 8:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Introduction / Andy Larsson
Replies: 49
Views: 2182

Re: Introduction / Andy Larsson

Thank you Ysabel. That post turned out longer than I like, but these guys hung with me until I got it done.
by Sarge
Sat Dec 31, 2022 5:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Introduction / Andy Larsson
Replies: 49
Views: 2182

Re: Introduction / Andy Larsson

Welcome to the fire Andy. I recently used one of your front sights, with some modification, on an old Uberti 44 Mag I shortened from 7 1/2"to 5". Worked like a charm. https://www.thesixgunjournal.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220510_081827.jpg https://www.levergunscommunity.org/viewtopi...
by Sarge
Sun Dec 25, 2022 12:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Merry Christmas to all!
Replies: 13
Views: 368

Re: Merry Christmas to all!

Merry Christmas to you all.
by Sarge
Thu Dec 22, 2022 6:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you could have just one Rossi 92 ...
Replies: 33
Views: 1715

Re: If you could have just one Rossi 92 ...

A regular blue 20" 44 Mag with the standard brazil-nut stock & forend.
by Sarge
Mon Dec 19, 2022 10:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Enjoy Life while you Can
Replies: 12
Views: 601

Re: Enjoy Life while you Can

If I woke up, stood up and walked out of my tracks? The day is MINE!
by Sarge
Sat Dec 03, 2022 7:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I Had A Nice Time With Scott T. And His Wife
Replies: 12
Views: 505

Re: I Had A Nice Time With Scott T. And His Wife

Thanks for posting this Jim.
by Sarge
Fri Dec 02, 2022 4:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cartridge found at crime scene
Replies: 20
Views: 984

Re: Cartridge found at crime scene

Extractor/ejector marks on fired casings are toolmark evidence which can be used to positively match a fired casing to an individual firearm. Hey Sarge. this is a subject that interests me and i would like to read up on the facts about tool mark evidence. Something studied exhaustively and explored...
by Sarge
Fri Dec 02, 2022 10:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cartridge found at crime scene
Replies: 20
Views: 984

Re: Cartridge found at crime scene

Extractor/ejector marks on fired casings are toolmark evidence which can be used to positively match a fired casing to an individual firearm.

Civil cases are decided on a preponderance of evidence.

The standard of proof required in criminal cases is beyond a reasonable doubt.
by Sarge
Fri Oct 14, 2022 2:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tutt's First 22 Rimfire
Replies: 15
Views: 771

Re: Tutt's First 22 Rimfire

Thank you Tutt. The action on mine is wasn't great, but it was really dry and some oil helped a lot. The magazines on these are almost universally cussed and probably for good reason. There are several tweaks on the web but so far I haven't needed them. Mine requires working the bolt like you mean i...
by Sarge
Fri Oct 14, 2022 12:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tutt's First 22 Rimfire
Replies: 15
Views: 771

Re: Tutt's First 22 Rimfire

I purchased a Savage Model 93G 22 WMR locally, yesterday. This is the basic hardwood stocked bolt action with the skinny barrel and iron sights. The sights looked pretty coarse to me, for 150+ yard shooting. I shot it a few times to determine POA/POI and what height potential replacement sight(s) ne...
by Sarge
Mon Oct 10, 2022 5:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 35 Remington
Replies: 27
Views: 1438

Re: Marlin 35 Remington

. I think I need to 'blood' my 35 Remington Marlin this year. It's a great gun but I've never used for whitetail like it's meant to be. This is the third .35 Rem I've had and still haven't shot anything other than a couple of woodchucks. Need to change that. As far as the straight/ pistol grip, I d...
by Sarge
Sun Oct 02, 2022 10:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday To Mike S, Mark in MO, Marvin S, GunnyMack, Rebel1972
Replies: 4
Views: 247

Re: Happy Birthday To Mike S, Mark in MO, Marvin S, GunnyMack, Rebel1972

Happy Birthday to you all. If you are the Mark in MO I think you are, it has been too long since we sat down and visited over lunch.
by Sarge
Sun Sep 25, 2022 9:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Well, here she is
Replies: 16
Views: 1044

Re: Well, here she is

That is fantastic!
by Sarge
Sun Sep 18, 2022 12:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .44 Henry Flat--Musings on the usefulness of mild cartridges
Replies: 42
Views: 2264

Re: .44 Henry Flat--Musings on the usefulness of mild cartridges

It was a .38 Special that ended Lee Oswald's life. That is certainly not a "hot" round, even if fired from a longer barrel than what was used. Anybody know if it was a RN or SWC that got him? RN https://auction.universityarchives.com/auction-lot/jack-ruby-bullet-spent-cartridge-fired-from...
by Sarge
Sun Sep 18, 2022 8:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .44 Henry Flat--Musings on the usefulness of mild cartridges
Replies: 42
Views: 2264

Re: .44 Henry Flat--Musings on the usefulness of mild cartridges

I posted here awhile back about the Lyman 429667 running about 860 fps from a shortened 44 mag Uberti revolver. The reloads were in magnum cases but that velocity is within reach of the older 44 centerfires and most certainly from a '66 or '73. Without rehashing the whole thread, that load shot thro...
by Sarge
Tue Sep 06, 2022 10:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 94 loading gate issues
Replies: 9
Views: 690

Re: Winchester 94 loading gate issues

That loading gate is protruding way too much. I'd order a new OEM gate from whoever has them available.
by Sarge
Tue Aug 30, 2022 12:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old guy issues...
Replies: 17
Views: 1077

Re: Old guy issues...

JimT wrote: Mon Aug 29, 2022 10:37 pm
Lassiter wrote: Mon Aug 29, 2022 3:52 pm If I had known I would live this long I would've taken better care of myself...
I used to think that. As I have continued to get older I realize I probably would not change a thing. :roll:
Same here- I'd live each phase of life to the fullest.
by Sarge
Sat Aug 27, 2022 7:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: speaking of 30-30
Replies: 32
Views: 1975

Re: speaking of 30-30

Drawdown wrote: Fri Aug 26, 2022 4:21 pm Walt, is that bullet available already poured-formed?
Try Ed at Maplewood Bullets. Been using him for years and I've never had a bad bullet from him.

http://maplewoodbullets.com/services/
by Sarge
Sat Aug 27, 2022 7:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Took a little effort
Replies: 17
Views: 792

Re: Took a little effort

Scott Tschirhart wrote: Fri Aug 26, 2022 9:56 pm Sewer pipe bad. Hoppe’s No 9. A good brass brush and lots of patches.
That's still my method. Very nice old Winchester there.
by Sarge
Mon Aug 22, 2022 10:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sears/AyA Model 433 SxS
Replies: 12
Views: 718

Re: Sears/AyA Model 433 SxS

Thank you all. Dove hunting here is mostly over open hayfields, with a little jump-shooting thrown in. I'm usually on a modified tube by the third day. The stock, as it came with a hard buttplate, would have been a little long for me wearing winter clothes. With double trigger shotguns I want my fin...